SpaceX Rocket Hits Moon Unplanned | Cork News

A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage accidentally slammed into the Moon at 5,400 mph—thanks to solar flares and gravity throwing off its course. South Korea’s Danuri spacecraft captured the first images of the fresh crater, revealing a darkened impact zone and kicked-up debris. NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter will soon join the investigation, offering a second perspective. Though unplanned, this cosmic collision underscores our growing lunar presence and how even accidents can advance space science. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/18348c6ade7f098c