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1 month ago

SpaceX launches Starship test flight

ABC News contributor, astrophysicist and science educator Hakeem Oluseyi and Columbia University professor and former astronaut Mike Massimino discuss the SpaceX rocket launch in Texas.
1 month ago
SpaceX launches Starship test flight
1 month ago

SpaceX rocket during spring training game

During the Washington Nationals and New York Mets spring training game, announcers noticed the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launching from Cape Canaveral.
1 month ago
SpaceX rocket during spring training game
1 month ago

SpaceX loses Starship on reentry over Indian Ocean

SpaceX lost contact with its Starship rocket on reentry over the Indian Ocean, the company said Thursday, but the third test flight for the mission was deemed a success.
1 month ago
SpaceX loses Starship on reentry over Indian Ocean
1 month ago

SpaceX loses Starship on reentry over Indian Ocean

The third test flight of the rocket was still deemed a success as it advanced further than either previous test, officials said.
1 month ago
SpaceX loses Starship on reentry over Indian Ocean
1 month ago

3rd SpaceX launch is most successful yet

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal reports on the SpaceX launch of Starship, the largest rocket ever, which made it into orbit before losing contact during reentry.
1 month ago
3rd SpaceX launch is most successful yet
2 months ago

SpaceX begins mission to the moon

The lunar lander is expected to land on the moon's surface next week, and will mark the first time a U.S. craft has landed on the moon in over 50 years.
2 months ago
SpaceX begins mission to the moon
4 months ago

SpaceX rocket launch carries a payload of vegetables

Scientists will look at the effects of extended time in space on human food.
4 months ago
SpaceX rocket launch carries a payload of vegetables
5 months ago

Space-X rocket explodes minutes into test flight

The FAA is overseeing the Space-X investigation into the explosion of the starship.
5 months ago
Space-X rocket explodes minutes into test flight
5 months ago

SpaceX launches Starship rocket in explosive 2nd test flight

SpaceX launched its Starship rocket Saturday morning, with the booster exploding and spacecraft apparently detonating during the second test flight.
5 months ago
SpaceX launches Starship rocket in explosive 2nd test flight
8 months ago

SpaceX launches new crew to international space station

The multicultural astronaut crew of four are expected to land at the International Space Station this morning.
8 months ago
SpaceX launches new crew to international space station
8 months ago

SpaceX sued by Justice Department over alleged asylee, refugee discrimination

The Department of Justice is suing Elon Musk's SpaceX for allegedly rejecting job applicants over their asylum or refugee status.
8 months ago
SpaceX sued by Justice Department over alleged asylee, refugee discrimination
1 year ago

SpaceX capsule touches down after 10-day orbit in space

Retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson set a new U.S. record when she touched down on Tuesday night, spending 675 days in space.
1 year ago
SpaceX capsule touches down after 10-day orbit in space
1 year ago

SpaceX Starship rocket disintegrates mid-air after launch

Elon Musk congratulated the team behind the Starship rocket launch, even after it was forced to self-destruct when its boosters failed to separate.
1 year ago
SpaceX Starship rocket disintegrates mid-air after launch
1 year ago

Why SpaceX's Starship rocket matters even after self-destruction

Even though SpaceX's Starship rocket launch on Thursday didn't go according to plan, here's how it could change space exploration.
1 year ago
Why SpaceX's Starship rocket matters even after its self-destruction
1 year ago

SpaceX rocket explodes shortly after liftoff

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the explosion of SpaceX's Starship that occurred a few minutes into flight.
1 year ago
SpaceX rocket explodes shortly after liftoff
1 year ago

SpaceX Starship rocket explodes shortly after liftoff

Astrophysicist and science educator Hakeem Oluseyi puts into context the liftoff of the largest and most powerful rocket in the world and its subsequent explosion.
1 year ago
SpaceX Starship rocket explodes shortly after liftoff
1 year ago

SpaceX's Starship Rocket explodes just moments after first ever takeoff

Retired NASA astronaut and aviation expert Cady Coleman discusses the launch and what led to the explosion.
1 year ago
SpaceX's Starship Rocket explodes just moments after first ever takeoff
1 year ago

SpaceX Starship explodes after launch

The powerful rocket lifted off the launch pad but failed to separate from its booster, exploding four minutes after the launch.
1 year ago
SpaceX Starship explodes after launch
1 year ago

SpaceX Starship rocket launches into space

The first launch attempt was scrubbed Monday due to a frozen valve.
1 year ago
SpaceX Starship rocket launches into space
1 year ago

SpaceX planning 2nd launch attempt of Starship rocket Thursday

SpaceX is planning the second launch attempt of the world's largest rocket -- Starship -- after the first attempt was scrubbed Monday.
1 year ago
SpaceX planning 2nd launch attempt of its Starship rocket Thursday
1 year ago

What is SpaceX's Starship spacecraft mission?

The Starship is expected to eventually carry passengers to the moon and Mars.
1 year ago
What is SpaceX's Starship spacecraft mission?
1 year ago

SpaceX scrubs Starship rocket test flight

The Monday morning launch of Elon Musk’s SpaceX Starship rocket from Boca Chica, Texas, was delayed due to a pressurization issue.
1 year ago
SpaceX scrubs Starship rocket test flight
1 year ago

SpaceX scrubs test launch of Starship rocket

The launch was changed to a wet dress rehearsal and the launch could be rescheduled for Wednesday.
1 year ago
SpaceX scrubs test launch of Starship rocket
1 year ago

SpaceX scrubs test flight of giant Starship rocket

SpaceX has scrubbed the launch its powerful Starship rocket -- which is expected to eventually carry passengers to the moon and Mars -- that was set for Monday morning.
1 year ago
SpaceX scrubs test flight of giant Starship rocket
1 year ago

SpaceX cleared for historic launch

The FAA cleared the way for SpaceX to launch Starship, the most powerful orbital rocket ever built.
1 year ago
SpaceX cleared for historic launch
1 year ago

Meet the crew of Artemis II

ABC News' Gio Benitez sits down with the first astronauts set to orbit the moon in more than 50 years.
1 year ago
Meet the crew of Artemis II
1 year ago

SpaceX crew makes triumphant return to Earth

Astronauts from the U.S., Japan, and Russia have returned safely to earth after five months on the International Space Station.
1 year ago
SpaceX crew makes triumphant return to Earth
1 year ago

By the Numbers: Space-X test

A look at the numbers behind the Space-X final test of its Starship rocket, clearing the way for permission to launch.
1 year ago
By the Numbers: Space-X test
1 year ago

SpaceX astronauts are giving back while training for their next mission to space

The Polaris Dawn Crew for SpaceX’s next civilian mission are working on their endurance training by running in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon that supports families of children with cancer.
1 year ago
SpaceX astronauts are giving back while training for their next mission to space
1 year ago

Pediatric cancer survivor shares story after becoming youngest American in space

Hayley Arceneaux became the youngest American to go to space last year after she spent three days in orbit on Space-X's Inspiration rocket. She is telling her story in a new book.
1 year ago
Pediatric cancer survivor shares story after becoming youngest American in space
2 years ago

SpaceX rocket blasts past full moon

A Falcon 9 rocket is seen passing a full moon as it leaves a launch site in Florida.
2 years ago
SpaceX rocket blasts past full moon
2 years ago

Space station welcomes 1st Native American woman

A SpaceX capsule carrying a crew of astronauts, including Nicole Mann, the first Native American woman in space, docks to the International Space Station.
2 years ago
Space station welcomes 1st Native American woman
2 years ago

Space X’s new mission to International Space Station makes history

Space X’s mission to the International Space Station made history, with astronaut Nicole Mann becoming first Native American woman in space, and a Russian cosmonaut joining the crew.
2 years ago
Space X’s new mission to International Space Station makes history
2 years ago

NASA, SpaceX successfully launch astronauts to the ISS

Astrophysicist and science educator Hakeem Oluseyi discusses a historic SpaceX mission as four astronauts travel to the International Space Station.
2 years ago
NASA, SpaceX successfully launch astronauts to the ISS
2 years ago

NASA and SpaceX launch Crew-5 astronauts into space on the Dragon shuttle

The rocket successfully blasted off into orbit, making it the first mission to send a Native American woman to space.
2 years ago
NASA and SpaceX launch Crew-5 astronauts into space on the Dragon shuttle
2 years ago

NASA and SpaceX make history with Crew-5 launch to the International Space Station

The six-month mission aboard the International Space Station is commanded by Nicole Mann, the first Native American woman in space. Also on board are astronauts from the U.S., Japan and Russia.
2 years ago
NASA and SpaceX make history with Crew-5 launch to the International Space Station
2 years ago

NASA and SpaceX to send the first Native American woman to space

The six-month long mission will send four astronauts to space aboard the SPACEX dragon capsule to the International Space Station.
2 years ago
NASA and SpaceX to send the first Native American woman to space
2 years ago

SpaceX launches its first Russian Astronaut

Anna Kikina's presence on the mission shows that cooperation is continuing between the United States and Russia on the International Space Station despite Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
2 years ago
SpaceX launches its first Russian Astronaut
2 years ago

NASA to launch SpaceX’s Dragon Shuttle to International Space Station

The crew, comprised of two American astronauts, a Japanese astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will lift off from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center.
2 years ago
NASA to launch SpaceX’s Dragon Shuttle to International Space Station
2 years ago

'GMA' gets all-access pass into special training for all-civilian space walk

"GMA" is giving you an all-access pass into the special training for the first all-civilian space crew to attempt a spacewalk.
2 years ago
'GMA' gets all-access pass into special training for all-civilian space walk
2 years ago

Exclusive interview with space crew preparing for historic mission around the globe

The astronauts are partnering with St. Jude Children's Hospital to raise millions as they prepare for the mission to reach the highest earth orbit ever flown.
2 years ago
Exclusive interview with space crew preparing for historic mission around the globe
2 years ago

FCC gives go-ahead to SpaceX’s internet service

FCC grants permission for SpaceX to provide Starlight internet service to moving vehicles.
2 years ago
FCC gives go-ahead to SpaceX’s internet service
2 years ago

SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to ISS

SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA on Wednesday, less than two days after completing a flight chartered by millionaires.
2 years ago
SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to ISS
2 years ago

Historic SpaceX mission launches

SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA Wednesday, including Jessica Watkins, the first Black woman making a long-term spaceflight.
2 years ago
Historic SpaceX mission launches
2 years ago

SpaceX lifts off on historic space mission to ISS

The Crew-4 mission includes 33-year-old NASA astronaut Jessica Watkins, who will be the first Black woman to live on the International Space Station for a long-term mission.
2 years ago
SpaceX lifts off on historic space mission to ISS
2 years ago

Trailblazing SpaceX astronaut prepares for International Space Station mission

ABC News’ Gio Benitez speaks with Jessica Watkins, the first Black woman to go on a long duration mission to the International Space Station this spring with SpaceX.
2 years ago
Trailblazing SpaceX astronaut prepares for International Space Station mission
2 years ago

SpaceX rocket segment on course to hit the moon

The rocket was launched seven years ago and is expected to crash into the moon in March.
2 years ago
SpaceX rocket segment on course to hit the moon
2 years ago

SpaceX rocket segment on course to hit the moon

A segment of a SpaceX rocket that launched seven years ago is currently on course to crash into the moon.
2 years ago
SpaceX rocket segment on course to hit the moon 7 years after it launched
2 years ago

Michael Strahan begins training ahead of space launch

The "GMA" co-host took us behind the scenes of his final preparations in Van Horn, Texas, ahead of his journey into space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard.
2 years ago
Michael Strahan begins training ahead of space launch
2 years ago

Michael Strahan's jersey comes out of retirement for trip to space

The "GMA" co-host, whose number was just retired by the New York Giants and who is currently training for his flight into space aboard a Blue Origin shuttle, shared what this journey means to him.
2 years ago
Michael Strahan's jersey comes out of retirement for trip to space