space exploration race is heating up with both private companies and governments competing. nasa, spacex, and china’s space agency are leading new missions to the moon and mars. the goal is not just scientific discovery but also economic opportunities, such as mining asteroids for resources. space tourism is also becoming a reality, with companies offering suborbital flights to wealthy passengers. while excitement is high, questions about cost, safety, and ethics remain. should resources be spent on space when earth still has major problems? despite debates, the space race marks a new chapter in human exploration.