President-elect Donald Trump will attend the launch of SpaceX’s Starship rocket in Texas, showing his close relationship with CEO Elon Musk. This launch will be the sixth for Starship, the largest rocket ever built, designed for crewed lunar missions as part of NASA’s Artemis program. Senator Ted Cruz will also be in attendance, highlighting the significance of the event for space-related issues.
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OECD March Economic Outlook flags slowdown in Australian economic growth
The OECD warns that Australian economic growth will slow in 2026 due to US President Trump's tariff agenda, with GDP growth expected to decline to 1.8% from 1.9% in 2025. Global growth is also projected to moderate, with higher trade barriers impacting investment and household spending. Inflation is expected to be higher than previously forecasted, with headline inflation in Australia predicted to reach 2.2% in 2026, allowing for continued policy rate reductions. Full Article
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