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Boeing Tries Again to Launch Starliner Rocket to ISS

SpaceX is the only private space company to have flown people to the International Space Station. Boeing wants to join this exclusive club with its Starliner rocket. But first, it needs to successfully launch an uncrewed mission. It's the company's second attempt — malfunctions felled the initial attempt in 2019 — and there's a lot riding on the launch's performance on Thursday. Here's what you need to know about Starliner and how to watch the event live.

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