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SpaceX 403-foot Starship Explodes Mid-Flight, Scattering Debris Over Florida Skies
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Science & Technology

SpaceX 403-foot Starship Explodes Mid-Flight, Scattering Debris Over Florida Skies

A SpaceX Starship spacecraft exploded during its eighth test flight, sending debris across the Florida skies and disrupting air traffic. The failure marks the second explosion in two months for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, raising concerns over Starship's reliability. Details of the Test Flight The uncrewed Starship mission launched at 5:30 PM CT (11:30 PM GMT) from SpaceX’s Starbase facility in South Texas. The 403-foot Starship was propelled by a 232-foot-tall (71-metre-tall) Super Heavy rocket booster, a critical component of the launch system. Booster Separation and Landing Success After nearly three minutes of firing, the Super Heavy booster separated as planned from Starship’s upper stage. The booster successfully landed within the “chopstick” arms of “Mechazilla”, SpaceX’s launch...
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Costco Raises Membership Fees for First Time in a Decade, Sparking Customer Backlash
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Business

Costco Raises Membership Fees for First Time in a Decade, Sparking Customer Backlash

For the first time in nearly a decade, Costco is increasing its membership fees, citing the need to keep pace with rising costs. The wholesale giant, known for its bulk-buy discounts and exclusive member deals, has informed customers of the upcoming price hike, set to take effect this weekend. Details of the Membership Fee Increase Costco, which operates 29 stores and serves over two million customers in the UK, has officially confirmed the membership price changes. Letters have been sent to members notifying them of the increase, which will come into effect in March 2025. The company operates on a membership-only model, requiring shoppers to hold an active membership to make purchases. Customer Reactions and Backlash (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) The announcement ...
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Zelenskyy’s Attire Sparks Clash with Trump in Heated White House Meeting
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Europe, North America, World News

Zelenskyy’s Attire Sparks Clash with Trump in Heated White House Meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was advised to wear a suit for his meeting at the White House, but he chose his signature military-style attire, causing friction with Donald Trump. The incident reportedly set a tense tone for the meeting, fueling a wider debate on diplomatic decorum. The Controversy Over Zelenskyy’s Outfit According to Axios, Trump’s team had advised Zelenskyy to dress formally for the meeting. However, the Ukrainian leader opted for an all-black ensemble, a decision that reportedly irritated Trump. Amid Ukraine’s ongoing conflict with Russia, the focus on Zelenskyy’s outfit over pressing geopolitical issues raised eyebrows. Trump’s Reaction to Zelenskyy’s Attire As Trump greeted Zelenskyy at the West Wing entrance, he remarked sarcastically, “He is all...
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