TECHNOLOGYMay 22 · 22:52 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDAssociated Press

SpaceX launches its biggest rocket yet in test flight from Texas

SpaceX launched its upgraded Starship rocket on a test flight from Texas, marking the 12th test of the mega-rocket designed for Mars missions. NASA relies on this version for future moon landings, and the launch occurred two days after CEO Elon Musk announced plans to take the company public.

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