Spectacle

SpaceX launched Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, which flew into orbit before breaking apart and exploding over the ocean. The test flight marks a major milestone for the programme, even with the loss of the vehicle at the end of the mission. The dramatic launch and fiery end drew massive global attention.

An event featuring cage fights between robots and humans in California has received a cease-and-desist order, forcing promoters to halt the spectacle. The matchups, which pitted human fighters against machines in a caged ring, drew wide attention for blending entertainment, robotics and combat sports. Regulators or officials behind the order have not been detailed, but the action has stopped the fights from going ahead as planned.

The channel More Aj has drawn large audiences by tasting some of the most expensive foods available online, ranking ninth among trending content worldwide with over 660,000 engagements. The format pairs luxury ingredients with candid reactions, and viewers appear drawn to the spectacle of ultra-pricey dishes being sampled and judged on camera.