SpaceX’s largest rocket explodes shortly after taking off

SpaceX’s attempt to make a significant leap forward with the Artemis program came to an abrupt end on Thursday, as the next-generation rocket ended in an explosion minutes after launch – but the company still considers the test a success. After four minutes of liftoff, some of the 33 engines on board seemed to fail, resulting in the booster and spacecraft tumbling downwards. Despite this major set back, Elon Musk and NASA chief Bill Nelson …

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