New Images Show the 60-Foot Crater a SpaceX Rocket Left on the Moon

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AI Summary: High‑resolution NASA imagery has revealed a roughly 60‑foot crater on the lunar surface attributed to an out‑of‑control SpaceX rocket stage. Scientists are studying the impact site for both forensic clues and broader implications for orbital disposal practices, reminding space industry players that “oops” leaves visible traces on the Moon.