The launch of an unmanned commercial supply rocket on the eastern shore of Virginia was supposed to be a moment of celebration. Crowds gathered to watch as the sun set. Hundreds of kilometres up, astronauts huddled around a live video feed in anticipation.

New footage of last month's incredible Antares rocket explosion -- taken from various locations -- was released, showing just how powerful it was.

A commercial cargo ship has ended its month-long space station visit.