Staffing was 'not normal' in air traffic control tower at time of midair collision, FAA report obtained by AP says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Staffing was 'not normal' in air traffic control tower at time of midair collision, FAA report obtained by AP says.
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AFP NewsAirbus and Boeing eye India's 'soaring skies'
Air traffic is booming in India, even though only a tiny fraction of its people fly each year, and manufacturers are seeking lucrative deals at the flagship Aero India exhibition from Monday.Neither aircraft manufacturer wanted to detail its ambitions for the Aero India show.
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Recent aviation disasters cause fears about the safety of flying
The spate of recent aviation disasters and close calls have people worried about the safety of flying. The midair collision that killed 67 near Washington, the fiery plane crash in Philadelphia and now a missing plane in Alaska are only the most high-profile disasters. There was also a Japan Airlines plane that clipped a parked Delta plane while it was taxiing at the Seattle airport earlier this week and a United Airlines plane caught fire during takeoff at the Houston airport Sunday after an engine problem sparked a fire on the wing.
- INSIDER
I commuted by helicopter in New York City. It was convenient and luxurious, but I can see why some locals hate the flights.
Flexjet flies helicopters in places like Manhattan to cut down on travel time. I see why the wealthy love it, but hope operators keep locals in mind.
- The Independent
Despite recent plane tragedies over Christmas, flying remains incredibly safe
Long-term trend is towards ever-safer skies despite two plane crashes within four days over Christmas
- People
A Teen Waited at a Bus Stop, Then Vanished Forever. 8 Years Later, an Undercover Sting Finally Revealed What Happened to Him
On Dec. 7, 2003, Daniel Morcombe set off from his family’s home to shop for Christmas gifts, and was never seen again
- The Independent
Trump turns on Time magazine after new cover shows Musk sitting behind his Resolute desk
Just months ago, Trump was crowing about being named the magazine’s 2024 Person of the Year
- Cinema Online
Mainland actor Liang Youcheng dies of suspected influenza
The rising actor succumbed to flu complications, following Barbie Hsu's tragic death
- CNN
More than 150 female inmates raped and burned to death during Goma jailbreak in DRC, UN says
More than 150 female prisoners were raped and burned to death during a jailbreak last week when fleeing male inmates set fire to a prison in Goma, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a United Nations spokesperson has said.
- BuzzFeed
Trump Supporters Shared How He Could Lose Their Support, And There's One Issue That's Verrrrry Important To Them
"We didn't vote for my husband to lose his government career and benefits."
- Reuters
Trump says he will announce reciprocal tariffs on many countries next week
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump said on Friday he plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on many countries by Monday or Tuesday of next week, a major escalation of his offensive to tear up and reshape global trade relationships in the U.S.' favor. Trump did not identify which countries would be hit but suggested it would be a broad effort that could also help solve U.S. budget problems. "I'll be announcing that, next week, reciprocal trade, so that we're treated evenly with other countries," Trump said.
- The Independent
Trump ‘immediately’ revokes Biden’s security clearance and daily briefing in act of revenge against predecessor
Former presidents do not have security clearances because elected officials — including presidents, vice presidents and members of the House and Senate — do not need them
- Reuters
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thailand's prime minister, seeking to allay security concerns among Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, said she had "Chinese blood in her" and that she had personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens. Security in Thailand has become a trending topic of conversation among Chinese nationals, by far the largest group of foreign tourists to Thailand, since a minor Chinese actor was rescued from a scam centre in Myanmar after being abducted in Thailand last month.
- The Guardian
‘It’s horrible’: Hooters plots British ‘breastaurant’ expansion via Newcastle
Launch may be decisive test for franchise known for skimpy staff uniforms which has previously struggled in UK
- NY Daily News
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren file for divorce after 17 years, no prenup
Jessica Alba filed for divorce from Cash Warren on Friday, nearly a month to the day since news of their split first broke. The Honest Company co-founder, 43, and 46-year-old producer, who have been married for nearly 17 years, did not have a prenup, insiders told TMZ. The outlet reports that Alba filed just before Warren on Friday, but their filings are nearly identical, suggesting the ...
- INSIDER
US destroyers in the Red Sea conflict defeated enemy weapons without firing a shot, changing the way warships fight
Documents obtained by Business Insider disclose multiple incidents where US Navy destroyers used "non-kinetic" capabilities to defeat Houthi drones.
- SETHLUI.COM
Cai (財): Rumoured $5 hor fun with the richest wok hei in the West
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Hon Ni Kitchen: $2 Nasi Lemak that attracts long queues
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- The Independent
Pete Hegseth rips former Fox News colleague and calls out ‘fake news’ for her sharing of factual information
Hegseth has asked for more than $130,000 to repair a government-furnished home, $49,000 of which is for an ‘emergency’ paint job
- Hello!
Royal bride surprises in embellished gown featuring see-through detail
Greece's Prince Nikolaos married Chrysí Vardinogiánni in Athens on 7 February - see first photos of the royal bride's wedding dress.
- BBC
'My angel went to heaven': Husband mourns actress Barbie Hsu
The Meteor Garden star's sudden death sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry.