Actor and comedian Billy Crystal recently spoke out about the devastating loss of his Pacific Palisades home in the recent LA wildfires. Crystal was a presenter at the FireAid benefit concert on Thursday night, raising money for wildfire relief efforts. The couple, who have lived in their home since 1979, were forced to evacuate on … Read more
The website of the Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem Post is currently down for maintenance, although some other sites belonging to the same company appear to be functioning normally. It appears that the site experienced a technical issue leading to its unavailability. Users are advised to try again later or visit other online platforms for updates … Read more
NASA’s Juno spacecraft has discovered a massive volcanic hot spot on Jupiter’s moon Io, which is larger than Lake Superior. The volcano is so powerful that its eruptions release six times the total energy of all the world’s power plants combined. Juno’s flybys of Io have provided unprecedented insights into the moon’s surface, revealing features … Read more
Two NASA astronauts, Commander Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, have completed their first spacewalk together, marking a significant milestone in their 10-month mission to the International Space Station. The pair removed a broken antenna and wiped down the station’s exterior, leaving behind evidence of any remaining microbes that could pose a threat after launching from … Read more
Hundreds of millions gathered worldwide to celebrate the start of the Chinese Lunar calendar’s new year, ushering in the Year of the Snake. The first new moon marked the beginning of spring and symbolized good luck, rebirth, and regality. Born in this year are said to be resilient and courageous, with strong interpersonal skills and … Read more
A US airplane carrying 60 passengers crashed into the Potomac River after colliding with a military helicopter. The incident occurred on Tuesday at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C., prompting an extensive search-and-rescue operation. According to witnesses, including pilots in nearby aircraft, the American Airlines plane was seen exploding in a fireball before disappearing … Read more
LONDON (AP) — Five years ago, two crowds gathered near Britain’s Parliament, representing the country’s divided views on leaving the European Union. The UK officially departed the bloc in January 2020, marking a significant shift in its history and economy. The impact of Brexit is still being felt today, with economists estimating that the UK’s … Read more
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Germany on Thursday to protest the conservative Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) parties. The demonstrations came one day after Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz worked with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to push draft anti-immigration legislation through the lower house of parliament. The opposition, led by Chancellor … Read more
Southwest Airlines’ fourth-quarter profit exceeded analyst estimates, driven by robust travel demand and increased airfares. The airline’s adjusted profit of 56 cents per share surpassed the average estimate of 44 cents. The carrier’s operating revenue rose 1.6% to $6.93 billion in the quarter, supported by improved pricing power. Airlines across the US have reduced seating … Read more
A plane-helicopter collision in Washington D.C. has claimed the lives of all 64 people on board, including passengers and crew members from American Eagle Flight 5342. The aircraft, a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet operated by PSA Airlines, was set to land at Reagan National Airport when it collided with an Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter … Read more