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Blue Origin Rocket Explodes on Pad
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Blue Origin suffered a major setback as its New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad in Cape Canaveral, sending a massive fireball into the sky — but thankfully, no one was hurt. The blast, visible for miles, has reignited scrutiny in the fierce race to dominate spaceflight, especially against SpaceX. Bezos called it a “very rough day,” but vowed to push forward, insisting space exploration is “worth it.” The FAA will now investigate, following a prior mission failure that already triggered a review. Officials praised the safety response and acknowledged how unforgiving spaceflight can be, pledging full support for Blue Origin’s recovery.
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