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SpaceX: Why is Elon Musk’s latest Starship rocket test a big deal?

SpaceX: Why is Elon Musk's latest Starship rocket test a big deal?

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has successfully completed a world first test, landing part of their Starship back onto its launch pad. This means the company’s plan to develop a fully reusable and quickly deployable rocket a lot closer. The BBC’s science correspondent, Pallab Ghosh, explores why this “incredibly difficult” operation is a big deal for future exploration and what environmental concerns …

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Tesla: Are Elon Musk’s new Tesla robotaxis safe?

Tesla: Are Elon Musk's new Tesla robotaxis safe?

Elon Musk has unveiled Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi, which he claims will hit the market as early as 2027. BBC Tech Correspondent Lily Jamali analyses the ‘robocabs’ and whether their reliance on camera technology might be undermining the vehicles’ safety. Musk also debuted “Optimus” robots, which he claims will free up human time and take on chores.

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Brazil lifts ban on Elon Musk’s X after it pays $5m fine

Brazil lifts ban on Elon Musk's X after it pays $5m fine

Brazil’s Supreme Court has said it is lifting a ban on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In his decision, Justice Alexandre de Moraes said that he authorised the “immediate return” of X’s activities in the country after it paid hefty fines and blocked accounts accused of spreading misinformation. According to a statement, the site has paid …

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Is Elon Musk’s internet firm Starlink a game changer for Africa?

Is Elon Musk’s internet firm Starlink a game changer for Africa?

Elon Musk’s satellite internet company Starlink claims it can bring superfast broadband to ‘almost anywhere on Earth’. It is the largest satellite internet provider around the world, and has already launched in several African countries. But will it be the solution to Africa’s patchy broadband access? Reporter: Debula Kemoli Edited by: Ali Abbas Ahmadi

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