Bezos. Branson. Musk.
Three billionaires have been racing to reach outer space for years. Following years of testing and dozens of launches, they’re getting ready to launch themselves to the edge of orbit.
Full story
Ian Toner is a product manager, supporting projects across Straight Arrow News website and mobile app. His decade-long career includes reporting from NHL All-Star Weekend, hosting live broadcasts on ESPN and ESPN Radio, and in his public relations days, advising Fortune 500 and start-up clients on content strategy.
Straight Arrow
Fear no fact.™
Don't just take our word for it.
Certified balanced reporting
According to media bias experts at AllSides
Transparent and credible
Awarded a perfect reliability rating from NewsGuard
Welcome back to trustworthy journalism.
Find out moreStraight Arrow
Fear no fact.™
Don't just take our word for it.
Certified balanced reporting
According to media bias experts at AllSides
Transparent and credible
Awarded a perfect reliability rating from NewsGuard
Welcome back to trustworthy journalism.
Find out moreTrending stories
-
-
Social Issues5 hrs ago
White House UFC fight draws thousands for Trump and America’s birthday
-
Politics6 hrs ago
Iran deal set to reopen Strait of Hormuz; UFC fight night transforms White House
-
Politics6 hrs ago
Trump brings an Iran deal to G7. Europe still has plenty to say
Related stories
-
Spencer Platt/Getty Images Cost of LivingFridayAs Musk becomes the first trillionaire, historian sees warning signs
-
RONALDO SCHEMIDT/AFP via Getty Images Cost of LivingJun 2SpaceX is changing the rules for IPOs. You’ll soon see the results in your 401(k)
-
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images, Iranian Military via AP PoliticsJun 3California voters extend two key races; US and Iran exchange heavy strikes
-
HIGHFIVE/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images, Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images, SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images PoliticsTuesdayLate ballots knock Pratt out of LA runoff; Trump draws spotlight at NBA Finals
-
AP Photo/Eric Gay PrivacyAug 26, 2025SpaceX launches Starship in critical test flight after multiple delays and failures
-
China Stringer Network via Getty Images MilitaryAug 1, 2025China wants laser-shooting subs to fight Musk’s Starlink satellites
Related stories
-
Spencer Platt/Getty Images Cost of LivingFridayAs Musk becomes the first trillionaire, historian sees warning signs
-
RONALDO SCHEMIDT/AFP via Getty Images Cost of LivingJun 2SpaceX is changing the rules for IPOs. You’ll soon see the results in your 401(k)
-
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images, Iranian Military via AP PoliticsJun 3California voters extend two key races; US and Iran exchange heavy strikes
-
HIGHFIVE/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images, Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images, SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images PoliticsTuesdayLate ballots knock Pratt out of LA runoff; Trump draws spotlight at NBA Finals
-
AP Photo/Eric Gay PrivacyAug 26, 2025SpaceX launches Starship in critical test flight after multiple delays and failures
-
China Stringer Network via Getty Images MilitaryAug 1, 2025China wants laser-shooting subs to fight Musk’s Starlink satellites