Elon Musk plays down latest Space X launch explosion

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Elon Musk shared a three-word reaction after his SpaceX rocket exploded into a massive fireball while being tested on Wednesday night in Texas.
The SpaceX owner seemed to joke about the failed test, writing, 'Just a scratch' on X after the Starship suffered a 'major anomaly' and shot up into flames, ruining yet another test for the space company.

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Elon Musk plays down latest Space X launch explosion

©UK Independent Today at 21:30 Elon Musk shared a three-word reaction after his SpaceX rocket exploded into a massive fireball while being tested on Wednesday night in Texas. The SpaceX owner seemed to joke about the failed test, writing, 'Just a scratch' on X after the Starship suffered a 'major anomaly' and shot up into flames, ruining yet another test for the space company.

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SpaceX Starship rocket explodes during testing in setback to Musk's Mars mission

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Your eyesight might be worse than you think if you can't complete this Elon Musk brainteaser in 15 seconds or less

HE'S been hitting the headlines for the past few weeks. But do you know what Elon Musk looks like enough to be able to spot the odd one out in this brainteaser? 2 Can you spot the 'Elon Mustache' in this tricky brainteaser? Credit: direct sight The new puzzle challenges players to look through the pictures of Elon to see if they can find 'Elon Mustache' - the only drawing of the Tesla boss with facial hair. You'll be even more impressed with yourself if you can find Elon Mustache in the 144 images in just 15 seconds. And if you can't, your eyesight might not be as good as you think. "With Elon Musk dominating headlines, this brainteaser offers players a topical test of their eyesight, to find the odd Elon out of nearly 150 regular cartoon images of him," a spokesperson for Read more Brainteaser stories 'This 'odd one out' game is a perfect blend of mental stimulation and a nod to testing our eyesight that so many of us are committed to. "It's a quick, engaging way to take a break, test your observational and visual skills and have fun along the way." If you're struggling to find the odd one out, try narrowing it down into quarters. And take a look at one before the other. Most read in Fabulous If you still can't find the mustachioed man, you can rule out the left half of the picture. Then, you can cross out the top section of the right half - it's somewhere in the bottom. Can you find the hidden bee amongst the flowers in this tricky brainteaser- The answer to the puzzle is circled at the bottom of the page if you're still finding it tough. Brainteasers are excellent for your noggin because they stimulate cognitive function, improve problem-solving skills and enhance overall mental agility. They also challenge different areas of the brain, including memory, logic and spatial reasoning. So what's the benefit exactly? Improved neuroplasticity, which is the brain's ability to adapt and form new neural connections. How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me? Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions. Some benefits include: Cognitive stimulation : Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility. Problem-solving skills : Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function. Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes. Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus. Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief. As well as this, activities like brainteasers, puzzles and riddles require you to think critically, which also sharpens your analytical and reasoning skills. If you want to continue to challenge your brain further, you can find a range of optical illusions on our website. 2 If you can't do it in 15 seconds or less, you might want to get your eyes checked Credit: direct sight