SpaceX Starship Rocket Explosion

Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship rocket exploded in mid-January, potentially releasing harmful air pollution into the Earth's atmosphere. The explosion caused widespread disruptions to air traffic and may have generated significant amounts of metal oxides and nitrogen oxides.

North Korea's Failed Satellite Launch

North Korea's attempted satellite launch ended in an explosion and crash of the rocket carrying the craft into the sea, causing tensions in the region.