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SpaceX Starship reaches orbit before exploding over ocean
Original: SpaceX Starship: World’s most powerful rocket launched into orbit then explodes in ocean
SpaceX launched its Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, successfully sending it into orbit before it exploded on reentry over the ocean. The flight marked a major milestone for the programme despite the destructive end, and the dramatic footage has drawn widespread attention as viewers weigh the achievement against the loss of the vehicle.
Why now: A high-profile test flight combining a major milestone with a spectacular explosion naturally draws massive public attention.
Evidence
- SpaceX Starship: World’s most powerful rocket launched into orbit then explodes in ocean · The Independent · 479.8K
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