In early July 2025, catastrophic flash floods swept through Central Texas, claiming the lives of at least 104 people. Torrential rain—up to 20 inches in some areas—caused rivers like the Guadalupe to rise at alarming speeds, submerging entire communities. Among the hardest-hit was Camp Mystic in Kerr County, where 27 girls and counselors were killed …
On October 13, 2024, SpaceX successfully captured the first-stage booster of Starship Flight 5 with mechanical arms, a world-first achievement. Launched from Texas, the rocket’s reusable booster returned to the launch pad, marking a critical step toward cost-effective, rapid reusability for future space missions. This success brings SpaceX closer to its goal of using Starship …