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SpaceX is preparing to launch Starship Flight 11 from its Texas Starbase, to test engine restarts, heat shields and landing procedures ahead of future Mars missions.

Starship Flight 11: SpaceX targets October 13 for next megarocket launch

The upcoming flight will test several upgrades designed for future missions. Super Heavy will attempt a new landing sequence, firing five of its 33 Raptor engines to control its descent.

Elon Musk says SpaceX to fly bigger, fully reusable starship in 2026

The current iteration of Starship, which the company calls Version 2, has capacity of about 35 tons and SpaceX has been able to recover just its booster. Musk has long promised full reusability and much larger payload capacity.

SpaceX acquires spectrum licenses from EchoStar for $17 billion

The deal will enable EchoStar's Boost Mobile subscribers to access SpaceX's Starlink Direct to Cell service, the statement said, without the need for an additional dedicated terminal.

SpaceX’s building-sized Super Heavy splashes into ocean after launch, watch video here

SpaceX’s Starship completed its tenth test flight with both stages performing controlled splashdowns, providing vital data for future reusability.

SpaceX delays Starship launch after months of test failures

The 10th test flight of SpaceX’s Starship megarocket was called off after engineers detected issues with the launchpad infrastructure.

From Himalayas to thunderstorms: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares mesmerising timelapse of India from space; watch Video

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shared a timelapse of India from space, showing thunderstorms, the Himalayas and sunrise from orbit, while calling the Axiom-4 mission a historic achievement for the nation.

SpaceX’s expensive Starship explosions are starting to add up

Since its inception, SpaceX has made highly visible test flights that sometimes fail in spectacular ways something of a calling card, with cinematic broadcasts on X, Musk’s social-media platform

14-year-old boy who joined Elon Musk’s SpaceX is now leaving the company at 16: Here’s why

In 2023, when he was only 14, SpaceX hired him to help design software for its Starlink satellites. At the time, Kairan said SpaceX stood out because it gave him a chance based on his skills and not his age.

SpaceX builds water pipeline to Starbase but locals must pay…

SpaceX is replacing water trucks with a pipeline to its new city, Starbase. But unless you work for the company, getting access might come with fine print — and fewer rights.

Crew-11 set for July launch: All you need to know about NASA’s new SpaceX mission

The Crew-11 will research plant biology, human health, and space medicine. They will also test how microgravity affects viruses that target bacteria.

Elon Musk turns to Tesla and SpaceX to fuel his AI ambitions

The billionaire on Sunday said he plans to hold a vote by Tesla Inc. shareholders on whether the EV maker should invest in xAI

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon set for first Space Station mission

Anil Menon was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2021 and graduated with the agency’s 23rd astronaut class in 2024.

Trump says Musk got ‘more subsidy than any human ever’, suggests shutting down SpaceX and Tesla aid

Taking a direct shot at Musk’s companies, Trump claimed the Tesla and SpaceX CEO may have received more subsidies “than any human being in history.”

Shubhanshu Shukla and other Ax-4 astronauts conduct microgravity research and global outreach on ISS

Commander Peggy Whitson led research on the Cancer in LEO study. This experiment investigates the behaviour of cancer cells in microgravity.

Meet Dr Kamna Shukla: Wife, friend and strongest support of astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla

The Indian Air Force officer Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to board the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Axiom Mission 4.

Smile from Space: Shubhanshu Shukla’s Selfie from ISS with Hungarian Crewmate Wins Internet

Shubhanshu Shukla made history last Thursday by becoming the first Indian to reach the ISS. He is now the second Indian in space after Rakesh Sharma’s mission in 1984.

SpaceX launches memorial flight carrying 150+ ashes and DNA capsules, including dog’s remains

The cost of sending a single titanium or aluminium capsule into orbit is around $3,500.

NASA puts Axiom-4 mission on hold to review International Space Station repairs

NASA has officially postponed the launch of Axiom Mission 4 to the International Space Station. The liftoff, which was tentatively set for 22 June, has now been put on hold.

Elon Musk's SpaceX makes history with 500th Falcon 9 launch, marking reusability milestone

The latest launch lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida. It was celebrated widely by SpaceX engineers and CEO Elon Musk.

ISRO, NASA and SpaceX working together after Ax-4 delay, says ISRO chairperson

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) confirmed it is working closely with Axiom Space, NASA and SpaceX after a recent technical issue with the ISS Zvezda module.

From Earth to Orbit: How India’s Shubhanshu Shukla Will Reach the ISS Aboard Axiom-4 |SpaceX Mission

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is all set to become only the second Indian to venture into space as part of the Axiom-4 mission, launching from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon. Joining a four-member international crew, Shukla’s 28-hour journey includes complex orbital mechanics, docking maneuvers, and high-speed coordination in space. In this video, we break down every stage of the flight — from launch window planning to docking with the ISS.

SpaceX halts Axiom-4 mission carrying Shubhanshu Shukla due to Falcon 9 propellant leak

SpaceX postponed the launch of Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission. It was scheduled to fly from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre. Liftoff was originally planned for 10 June at 8:22 am ET.

Axiom-4 mission to ISS delayed, SpaceX cites liquid oxygen leak

SpaceX confirmed the delay early Wednesday morning, citing the need for additional time to repair a liquid oxygen (LOx) leak detected during post-static fire booster inspections.