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7 hours ago

SpaceX launches high-power Spanish communications satellite

The satellite will serve the Americas, Greenland and Atlantic Ocean air and sea lanes.

cbsnews.com
15 hours ago

SpaceX's 1st Falcon Heavy rocket launched Elon Musk's Tesla into space 5 years ago

Five years ago today (Feb. 6), SpaceX's brawny Falcon Heavy rocket left Earth for the first time ever, sending a car into orbit around the sun.

space.com
1 day ago

SpaceX eyeing March for 1st Starship orbital flight, Elon Musk says

SpaceX will try to launch its huge Starship rocket to Earth orbit for the first time next month, provided the vehicle passes its remaining tests, Elon Musk said.

space.com
1 day ago

SpaceX Crew-6 astronauts gear up for Feb. 26 launch to space station

Crew-6 will head to the space station after its Feb. 26 launch, but three of its four crewmembers are preparing for the next generation of missions to the moon.

space.com
2 days ago

Watch SpaceX launch big communications satellite on Sunday

SpaceX plans to launch Hispasat's Amazonas Nexus communications satellite to orbit Sunday (Feb. 5), and you can watch the action live.

space.com
2 days ago

Jupiter has too many moons and there’s a bear on Mars: This Week in Outer Space

They say space is the place — and there’s a whole lot going on out there. Here’s what you may have missed this week in outer space.

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3 days ago

Lights in the sky? Here’s what Jacksonville-area residents saw after looking up Friday night

Chances are pretty good, if you’re reading this, you’re one of a handful of people who called the News4JAX newsroom Friday night after seeing lights or a streak in the sky.

3 days ago

Jury find Musk, Tesla not liable in securities fraud trial following 'funding secured' tweets

Tesla CEO Elon Musk was found not liable in a shareholder class action suit stemming from 2018 tweets in which he said he was considering taking Tesla private.

cnbc.com
3 days ago

Jury find Musk, Tesla not liable in securities fraud trial following 'funding secured' tweets

Tesla CEO Elon Musk was found not liable in a shareholder class action suit stemming from 2018 tweets in which he said he was considering taking Tesla private.

cnbc.com
3 days ago

SpaceX's 200th Falcon 9 rocket launch looks absolutely gorgeous in these photos

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket notched its 200th successful orbital mission on Thursday (Feb. 2), and the company marked the milestone by sharing some stunning photos.

space.com

Video shows 'mysterious' whirlpool spiral flying over Hawaii sky

A strange spiral was caught on video earlier this month as it soared over Maunakea, Hawaii, and a telescope operated by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan.

foxnews.com

SpaceX crewmates Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken awarded Space Medal of Honor

Former NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken received the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, the highest U.S. honor reserved for spaceflight veterans.

space.com

A mysterious flying spiral above Hawaiian night sky likely caused by SpaceX launch

A Japanese telescope captured images of the shape on Jan. 18. It was likely caused by the sun illuminating leftover fuel expelled from the rocket of a SpaceX launch.

npr.org

SpaceX launches Falcon 9 with 49 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg

SpaceX is targeting 11:15 a.m. Tuesday for a Falcon 9 launch of 49 Starlink satellites and D-Orbit’s ION SCV009 Eclectic Elena to low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

Watch 2 pioneering former astronauts get Congressional Space Medal of Honor on Tuesday

Two trailblazing former NASA astronauts will receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor on Tuesday (Jan. 31), and you can watch the ceremony live.

space.com

Video shows mysterious whirlpool spiral flying over Hawaii night sky

Enthusiasts speculated that the formation, which was caught on a telescope, was linked to a SpaceX satellite launch that took place the same day.

washingtonpost.com

Polaris Dawn: The trailblazing commercial mission of the Polaris Program

Polaris Dawn is the first of three missions of the Polaris Program. The mission will fly on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft and be commanded by Jared Isaacman.

space.com

Watch SpaceX launch 49 Starlink internet satellites to orbit Sunday

SpaceX plans to launch another set of its Starlink broadband satellites to orbit on Sunday (Jan. 29), and you can watch the action live.

space.com

SpaceX destacks Starship to prep for epic 33-engine test fire (photos)

SpaceX destacked its Starship Mars rocket on Wednesday (Jan. 25) to continue gearing up for the giant vehicle's first-ever orbital test flight.

space.com

SpaceX Starlink launch spawns gorgeous dawn clouds in Florida sky

Noctilucent clouds hovered over parts of Florida's Space Coast after SpaceX rocketed 56 Starlink satellites to orbit early Thursday morning (Jan. 26).

space.com

SpaceX and astronomers come to agreement on reducing Starlink astronomy impact

The National Science Foundation and SpaceX have come to an agreement on reducing the impact Starlink satellites have on ground-based astronomical observations.

space.com

Astronauts discuss upcoming mission to ISS

NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 astronauts held a briefing to discuss their upcoming trip to the International Space Station, scheduled for next month. (Jan. 25)

news.yahoo.com

SpaceX Crew Dragon may get a shield upgrade after Soyuz spacecraft leak

A micrometeoroid strike on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft has spurred NASA to talk to SpaceX about possibly increasing the shielding on its Crew Dragon capsule.

space.com

Watch SpaceX launch 56 Starlink satellites early Thursday

SpaceX will launch 56 more of its Starlink internet satellites to orbit early Thursday morning (Jan. 26), and you can watch the liftoff live.

space.com

Rocket Lab launches for first time from Wallops, Va.

The company, based in California, had previously launched rockets from its facility in New Zealand, but it hopes to fly more frequently from the United States.

washingtonpost.com

SpaceX's 1st orbital Starship looks supercool in these fueling test photos

SpaceX fueled up a fully stacked Starship vehicle for the first time ever on Monday (Jan. 23), and dramatic photos preserve the process for posterity.

space.com

SpaceX completes major Starship test in prep for rocket's first orbital launch attempt

SpaceX announced it completed a major test of its latest Starship prototype, as the company prepares for the first orbital launch of the towering rocket.

cnbc.com

SpaceX fuels up fully stacked Starship vehicle for 1st time ever (video)

SpaceX fueled up a fully stacked Starship for the first time ever on Monday (Jan. 23), a huge milestone on the path toward the vehicle's debut orbital flight.

space.com

Elon Musk testifies he would have sold SpaceX stock to take Tesla private in 2018

Tesla CEO Elon Musk took the witness stand on Monday to defend himself against allegations that he committed securities fraud and cost shareholders money.

cnbc.com

Elon Musk stands by ‘Funding secured’ tweet in trial testimony

Musk, the Tesla and Twitter CEO, has already said not everyone believes his tweets — which are not comprehensive.

washingtonpost.com

SpaceX rocket creates eerie blue spiral in night sky over Hawaii: reports

The Subaru Telescope spotted a spiral shape in the sky shortly after SpaceX sent a GPS satellite to space on Wednesday (Jan. 18).

space.com

First Native American woman in space steps out on spacewalk

The first Native American woman in space performed a spacewalk Friday to prep for adding more solar panels. Astronaut Nicole Mann and Japan's Koichi Wakata worked together on project.

foxnews.com

SpaceX and NASA targeting Feb. 26 for Crew-6 astronaut launch

SpaceX's sixth contracted astronaut flight to the International Space Station for NASA will launch on Feb. 26, if all goes according to plan.

space.com

Conservatives react to Elon Musk's poll about the World Economic Forum: 'Hell no'

Elon Musk tweeted a poll Wednesday that asked whether the World Economic Forum should run the world. The poll drew reactions from conservatives who do not like the organization.

foxnews.com

SpaceX Dragon capsule to be 5-person 'lifeboat' in event of ISS emergency

On Wednesday (Jan. 18), NASA plans to start moving astronaut Frank Rubio's seat liner from a Russian Soyuz spacecraft over to SpaceX's Dragon capsule Endurance.

space.com

SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket stuns viewers with gorgeous liftoff (photos)

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket aced its liftoff on Sunday (Jan. 15) within view of numerous photographers, who shared incredible footage on social media.

space.com

Watch SpaceX launch advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force early Wednesday

SpaceX plans to launch a GPS satellite launch for the U.S. Space Force Wednesday (Jan. 18) at 7:10 a.m. EST (1210 GMT), and you can watch the action live.

space.com

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket launches classified mission for US Space Force

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy launched on its fifth-ever mission on Sunday (Jan. 15), sending multiple satellites aloft for the U.S. Space Force.

space.com

Watch SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch classified military mission on Saturday

SpaceX's powerful Falcon Heavy rocket will be back in action on Saturday (Jan. 14), and you can watch the liftoff live.

space.com

SpaceX's giant Starship rocket spotted from space by satellite (and poses for epic photos, too)

An Airbus satellite spotted SpaceX's huge Starship vehicle on the launch pad in South Texas being prepped for a landmark test flight.

space.com

Missing the moment history happens: The media and 'NewSpace' (op-ed)

The important stuff, if mentioned at all, wasn't part of the build-up to the Artemis story about NASA finally returning to the moon after 50 years or so.

space.com

SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule returns to Earth after 6-week stay at space station

A robotic SpaceX capsule splashed down off the coast of Florida on Wednesday morning (Jan. 11), wrapping up its six-week cargo mission.

space.com

Russia to send replacement spacecraft to retrieve crew from space station

Officials have determined that a Soyuz vehicle that sprang a leak last month, probably because of an impact from a micrometeoroid, is too compomised to return two Russian cosmonauts and an American astronaut to earth safely.

washingtonpost.com

SpaceX stacks giant Starship rocket again to prep for test flight (video)

SpaceX has stacked its giant Starship rocket once again, as a dramatic new video shows.

space.com

SpaceX fires up Falcon Heavy rocket ahead of Saturday launch (photo)

SpaceX's powerful Falcon Heavy rocket has flexed its muscles ahead of a planned liftoff this weekend.

space.com

Not far out: can games predict the future of commercial space travel

Spacelines From The Far Out is a new video game that simulates commercial space travel, but how realistic is its portrayal? We spoke to space historian and author Rod Pyle to find out.

space.com

SpaceX launches 1st European solar sail on Transporter 6 mission

Europe's first sail solar is set to soar in orbit after taking a ride aboard a SpaceX rideshare mission earlier this month.

space.com

SpaceX and NASA target Crew-6 astronaut launch in mid-February

NASA and SpaceX are targeting mid-February for the launch of the next commercial crew mission to the International Space Station (ISS).

space.com

SpaceX gearing up for 5th Falcon Heavy launch (photos)

SpaceX's next Falcon Heavy rocket is in the hangar at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, prepping for a launch in the coming days.

space.com

SpaceX launches 40 OneWeb broadband satellites, lighting up overnight sky

It was the second Falcon 9 launch helping OneWeb recover from a post-Ukraine break with Russian rockets.

cbsnews.com

Bill Gates' climate investment firm is backing this reusable rocket startup

Stoke Space is developing a clean-fueled, rapidly reusable rocket that can deliver satellites into orbit.

cnbc.com

SpaceX could launch 1st Starship orbital flight in February, Elon Musk says

SpaceX's huge Starship vehicle could go orbital for the first time next month, if all goes according to plan.

space.com

What’s that in the sky? News4JAX receives calls, emails after SpaceX rocket launch creates stunning sky art

Take a look at these pictures from some of our Insiders.

Satellite launched to map the world's oceans, lakes, rivers

A U.S.-French satellite that will map almost all of the world's surface water has rocketed into orbit.

Japanese company's lander rockets toward moon with UAE rover

A Tokyo company is aiming for the moon with its own private lander.

Fired SpaceX employees accuse company of violating labor law

Several SpaceX employees who were fired after circulating an open letter calling out CEO Elon Musk’s behavior have filed a complaint accusing the company of violating labor laws.

Cargo ship reaches space station despite jammed solar panel

A Northrop Grumman capsule has delivered several tons of supplies to the International Space Station despite a jammed solar panel.

SpaceX nails booster landings after foggy military launch

SpaceX has scored another set of double booster landings following a Florida launch for the military.

Ukraine envoy hopeful about fate of Musk's satellite network

A Ukrainian diplomat is expressing optimism about securing the money needed for the continued operation of a satellite network funded by billionaire Elon Musk that has provided key battlefield and humanitarian contacts in the war with Russia.

Musk: SpaceX might keep funding satellite service in Ukraine

Billionaire Elon Musk suggested in a Saturday tweet that his rocket company SpaceX may continue to fund its satellite-based Starlink internet service in Ukraine.

SpaceX ferries astronauts back to Earth after half-year away

Four astronauts are back on Earth after spending almost six months at the International Space Station.

World's 1st space tourist signs up for flight around moon

The world’s first space tourist has signed up to spin around the moon aboard Elon Musk’s Starship.

SpaceX delivers Russian, Native American women to station

SpaceX has delivered a fresh crew to the International Space Station for NASA, including the first Russian to launch from the U.S. in 20 years.

Space telescopes capture asteroid slam with striking clarity

Two space telescopes have captured this week's asteroid strike, the first planetary defense test of its kind.

Space station gets 3 new residents after Russian launch

The International Space Station is welcoming three new residents following a smooth Russian launch.

Musk to seek exemption from Iran sanctions for Web access

Elon Musk’s hopes to operate his satellite internet firm in Iran require permission from the Treasury Department, which said Tuesday it welcomes applications to support internet freedom in the country, which is largely isolated from western economies.

Boeing astronaut flight off until next year for more fixes

Boeing's first spaceflight with astronauts has been delayed until next year because of repairs that need to be made to the capsule.

Thousands forecast to flock to Space Coast for historic Artemis 1 launch

NASA will be launching the first test flight around the moon since the shuttle program ended in 2011.

South Korean spacecraft launched to the moon, country's 1st

South Korea is on its way to the moon.

US, Russian astronauts will swap seats on rockets again

NASA astronauts will go back to riding Russian rockets under a new agreement.

SpaceX reported to fire employees critical of CEO Elon Musk

A report in The New York Times says the rocket ship company run by Tesla CEO Elon Musk has fired several employees involved in an open letter that blasted the colorful billionaire for his behavior.

SpaceX closer to launching giant rocketship after FAA review

SpaceX has cleared a key hurdle for its plan to launch a gigantic, futuristic rocketship into orbit from Texas.

Boeing capsule lands back on Earth after space shakedown

Boeing's astronaut taxi has returned to Earth from the International Space Station, completing a repeat test flight with a mannequin on board.

Boeing docks crew capsule to space station in test do-over

Boeing's astronaut capsule has arrived at the International Space Station in a critical repeat test flight.

Boeing crew capsule launches to space station on test redo

Boeing's crew capsule has blasted off on a repeat test flight to the International Space Station.

SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from California

A SpaceX rocket has carried 53 satellites for the Starlink internet constellation into orbit.

SpaceX brings 4 astronauts home, then launches 53 satellites

SpaceX has returned four astronauts from the International Space Station with a midnight splashdown off the Florida coast.

SpaceX launches 4 astronauts for NASA after private flight

SpaceX has launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA, less than two days after completing a flight chartered by millionaires.

SpaceX capsule splashes down off Jacksonville coast

Three rich businessmen are back on Earth with their astronaut escort after a pricey trip to the International Space Station.

Rich trio back on Earth after charter trip to space station

Three rich businessmen are back on Earth with their astronaut escort after a pricey trip to the International Space Station.

Elon Musk accused of breaking law while buying Twitter stock

Elon Musk’s huge Twitter investment took a new twist Tuesday with the filing of a lawsuit alleging that the colorful billionaire illegally delayed disclosing his big stake in the social media company so he could buy more shares at lower prices.

Musk suggests Twitter changes, including accepting Dogecoin

As Twitter’s newest board member and largest shareholder, Elon Musk is already floating suggestions for changes he’d like to see on the social media platform.

NASA, SpaceX Adjust Target Launch Date for Crew-4 Mission

NASA and SpaceX have set a new launch date to send four astronauts to the International Space Station. The new launch date is no earlier than Tuesday, April 19. The previous date was set for March 30.

US astronaut to ride Russian spacecraft home during tensions

A U.S. astronaut has made it through nearly a year in space but faces what could be his trickiest assignment yet: riding a Russian capsule back to Earth.

Space junk on 5,800-mph collision course with moon

The moon is about to get walloped by a big piece of space junk.

Space traveler Hayley Arceneaux writes about her 'Wild Ride'

The youngest American to journey into space, Hayley Arceneaux, has a simple title for her memoir.

Billionaire who flew SpaceX last year going back into orbit

The billionaire who flew on his own SpaceX flight last year is headed back up, aiming for an even higher orbit and the chance to take part in a spacewalk.

SpaceX's Elon Musk: 1st orbital Starship flight maybe March

SpaceX's Elon Musk says the first orbital flight of his towering Starship could come in another month or two.

SpaceX satellites falling out of orbit after solar storm

SpaceX's newest fleet of satellites is tumbling out of orbit after being struck by a solar storm.

Musk helping restore Tongan internet; virus outbreak growing

Entrepreneur Elon Musk is trying to help reconnect Tonga to the internet after a volcanic eruption and tsunami cut off the South Pacific nation more than three weeks ago, according to officials, while repairs on an undersea cable are proving more difficult than first thought.

SpaceX, NASA looking into sluggish chutes on last 2 flights

SpaceX and NASA are investigating a parachute issue that occurred on the last two capsule flights.

He won a trip to space. Then he gave it away to a friend

The real winner of a sweepstakes for a ride in space has finally come forward: a Florida-based airline pilot.

SpaceX launches 52 Starlink satellites from California base

A SpaceX rocket has carried 52 Starlink internet satellites into orbit from California.

NASA's newest X-ray telescope rockets into orbit

NASA’s newest X-ray observatory is circling the world after launching from Kennedy Space Center.

SnapJax users spot SpaceX rocket launch from Cape Canaveral

Chances are pretty good that if you looked up at about 6:12 p.m. on Thursday, you caught a glimpse of what appeared to be a fireball in the sky.

SpaceX's Musk: 1st Starship test flight to orbit in January

SpaceX is aiming to launch its futuristic, bullet-shaped Starship to orbit in January.

SpaceX launches 53 Starlink satellites into orbit

SpaceX launched 53 Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida on Saturday.

SpaceX delivers new crew of 4 to station, 'glorious sight'

A SpaceX capsule carrying four astronauts has pulled up at the International Space Station, their new home until spring.

SpaceX returns 4 astronauts to Earth, ending 200-day flight

Four astronauts are back on Earth after a 200-day space station mission.

High wind delays SpaceX crew homecoming after 6 months aloft

High wind off the Florida coast has prompted SpaceX to delay the return of four space station astronauts.

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