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SpaceX cut short the first orbital flight of its Starship rocket, bringing the vehicle home earlier than planned. The company's next-generation spacecraft, central to its plans for Moon and Mars missions, ended its maiden orbital attempt ahead of schedule. News outlets, including Axios, are reporting on the outcome, with attention focused on what the early return means for the programme's development timeline and future test flights.

A new UK government scheme aimed at helping first-time buyers has boosted share prices of housebuilders, according to Reuters. Analysts caution, however, that the scheme's long-term impact will depend heavily on the design of the homes and programme details, with questions over affordability, quality and delivery still to be resolved.

A new Senate bill proposes that first-time homebuyers who save up to $10,000 receive a 5-to-1 match from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, capped at $50,000 in assistance. Eligible homes must be priced at or below the area median, and only personal savings would count toward the match, excluding gifts or other contributions.

India and West Indies are playing the first One Day International of their 2026 series, with fans following live scores and ball-by-ball commentary. The match is drawing heavy engagement as cricket followers track every over, wicket and partnership in real time, with discussion centred on team selections, early momentum and how the touring side responds to India at home.

German basketball clubs open their European campaigns this week. Bayern Munich play Fenerbahce Istanbul on Tuesday in the EuroLeague, while Chemnitz, Rostock, Frankfurt and Ulm begin their EuroCup schedules. Bayern then host their first home game of the season on Friday as the German clubs balance domestic and European fixtures.