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Is that a drone or a plane? Experts help explain the differences
Experts say it’s easy to confuse drones and airplanes, especially at nightABC News - 1h -
As Drone Sightings Multiply, a Look at Loose Regulations May Explain Reports of Crowded Skies
While laws strictly limit how and when authorities can respond to threatening drones, manufacturers enjoy a nearly free flight path to produce and sell the umanned craft.Inc. - 8h -
Democrats divided over Biden administration response to reported drone sightings
The Biden administration’s response to mounting public concern over alleged drone sightings in the northeast is dividing Democrats on Capitol Hill, where some lawmakers are defending the executive ...The Hill - 12h -
Drone sightings a combination of 'lawful' drones, other aircrafts and stars, officials say
Recent drone sightings include a combination of "lawful" drones, other aircrafts and stars, federal government officials said in a statement on Monday. In looking into "the technical data and tips ...The Hill - 18h -
The Ordinary Explanations Behind the Reported Drone Sightings
As tips roll in, most reported incidents involve piloted planes and hobby drones, not foreign spying or secret programs, officials say.The New York Times - 20h -
Mystery drone sightings fuel spread of internet theories
One Facebook group has swelled to over 70,000 members as people speculate about the source of the drones.CBS News - 22h -
Waltz, Klobuchar on mysterious drone sightings reported in several states
During their appearance on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rep. Mike Waltz, a Republican from Florida, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota, addressed mysterious drone ...CBS News - 1d -
Drone sightings close Wright-Patterson airspace
Officials reported unmanned drones near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio over the weekend. Bob Purtiman, chief of public affairs for the 88th Air Base Wing at the base, said that the base ...The Hill - 1d -
New Jersey governor briefed on drone sightings
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) said he received a briefing Sunday night about the drone sightings in the northeast. “Received a briefing tonight from @FBINewark Special Agent in Charge Nelson ...The Hill - 1d -
Lawmakers react to mysterious drone sightings
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security say there is "no evidence of a current threat to public safety" or of foreign influence regarding the mysterious drones that have been spotted in at ...CBS News - 1d -
New questions arise about drone sightings in East Coast skies
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd reports on the recent surge in drone activity in New Jersey and beyond. A former DHS assistant secretary who oversaw counter-drone policy, ...CBS News - 1d -
Eye Opener: Surge of mysterious drone sightings in Northeast
Lawmakers from both parties demand answers and federal action after an increase in mysterious drone sightings in the Northeast. Also, a rare tornado leaves a trail of destruction in Northern ...CBS News - 1d -
Feds step in as number of states reporting drone sightings grows
The federal government is deploying new resources to address the mysterious wave of drone encounters along the East Coast. Police say two men were arrested for flying a drone dangerously close to ...NBC News - 1d -
Drone Sightings Reported in New Jersey and New York: What We Know
Reports of flying objects continue to occur throughout the region. State and local officials say they do not pose a threat but have provided few answers.The New York Times - 1d -
Mystery continues to surround reported drone sightings
There is continued concern and confusion over reports of drone sightings in New Jersey. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said there is no known foreign involvement. Shanelle Kaul ...CBS News - 1d -
Growing calls for action as drone sightings increase
There are growing calls for action as drone sightings increase in the skies over New York and New Jersey. Today Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer urged federal officials to use special drone ...NBC News - 1d -
Mayorkas says DHS 'vigilant in investigating' drone sightings
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas sought to assure the American people that the federal government has a handle on the reports of drone sightings on the East Coast. ...The Hill - 2d -
Weeks of Drone Sightings Leave New Jersey on Edge
In the Garden State, where the rash of sightings started a month ago, residents are looking to the skies, wondering why they still don’t have definitive answers from officials.The New York Times - 2d -
Thousands of East Coast drone sightings spark mystery
Thousands of drone sightings along the East Coast have ignited a mystery. Security agencies are challenged with answering why clusters of drones have been reported over at least seven states. Ali ...CBS News - 2d -
Frustrations and confusion grow as more residents in New Jersey report drone sightings
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Confusion and frustration over drone sightings along the East Coast are reaching a boiling point, as reports of the mysterious flying objects continue to pour in.NBC News - 2d -
New Jersey, New York residents report frequent drone sightings
Millions of Americans are keeping their eyes on the skies and trying to unwrap a mystery. Ever since Thanksgiving, there have been thousands of drone sightings reported, mostly in the skies over ...CBS News - 3d -
Blumenthal pushes for government clarity on drone sightings
Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) is demanding answers related to the drones spotted in the skies of New Jersey and around the country. "I don't know what's going on. Neither do the agencies who ...The Hill - 3d -
Johnson briefed on drone sightings; Pelosi injured in Luxembourg
Lawmakers in New Jersey and beyond grew worried Friday about the now-regular spotting of drones over the state, with officials calling for answers and more transparency from federal agencies. It's ...The Hill - 4d -
Hochul Launches Investigation Into Drone Sightings in New York
The governor made the announcement on Friday as sightings spread across New York and New Jersey. State and federal authorities said the flying objects posed no threat to the public.The New York Times - 4d -
Evening Report — Washington presses for answers on drone sightings
💵 Plus: Corporate execs cozy up to Trump {beacon} Evening Report Friday, Dec. 13 @xGabbyNu/TMX via AP East Coast on edge over drone sightings LAWMAKERS ARE DEMANDING ANSWERS about the cluster of ...The Hill - 4d -
The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious
A flurry of drone sightings across New Jersey and New York has sparked national intrigue and US government responses. But experts are pouring cold water on America’s hottest new conspiracy theory.Wired - 4d -
Drone expert on mysterious sightings as officials call for answers
New York City lawmakers are calling on the NYPD and the federal government to solve the growing drone mystery spreading across the northeast after several recent sightings across multiple states. ...CBS News - 4d -
Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey spread to Maryland
Mysterious drones have been spotted buzzing over neighborhoods, businesses, and military bases across the U.S., with sightings now expanding from New Jersey to Maryland. Now, a group of lawmakers ...NBC News - 4d -
Stanley recalls 2.6 million mugs after reports of burns from loose lids
Stanley is recalling 2.6 million steel travel mugs sold in the U.S. after multiple complaints from consumers.CBS News - 5d -
Pentagon investigates dozens of drone sightings in New Jersey
The Pentagon assures the public there's no evidence linking New Jersey's drone sightings to a foreign threat, but the origin of the drones remains unclear.CBS News - 5d -
Lawmakers meet over New Jersey drone sightings amid concerns
Federal investigators were pressed on Capitol Hill Wednesday about nearly a month of nightly drone sightings over New Jersey, causing growing concern among residents, military personnel and local ...NBC News - 5d -
Mysterious wave of New Jersey drone sightings prompts concern
New Jersey residents looking skyward have been left baffled by dozens of drone sightings since last month. On Wednesday, Homeland Security officials and New Jersey State Police met state lawmakers ...CBS News - 5d -
Mounting frustration over mysterious New Jersey drone sightings
A New Jersey state senator is calling for a limited state of emergency after several residents and officials reported seeing mysterious drones flying over the region in recent weeks. CBS News ...CBS News - 5d -
Five things to know about the recent drone sightings in New Jersey
Reports of drone sightings in New Jersey have rattled Garden State residents in recent days, with Gov. Phil Murphy (D) saying on Monday that he is taking them “deadly seriously.” The local FBI ...The Hill - 6d -
NJ state senator calls for 'limited state of emergency' over drone sightings
A New Jersey state senator is calling for "a limited state of emergency” over recent drone sightings in the state. “The State of New Jersey should issue a limited state of emergency banning all ...The Hill - 6d -
New Jersey drone sightings now prompt calls for state of emergency
A New Jersey state senator is calling for a limited state of emergency over the mysterious drones that have been seen flying over New York and Jersey.ABC News - 6d -
UK regulators urged to make City firms report data on ‘class ceiling’
Letter from campaigners calls for mandatory reporting of socio-economic backgroundsFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Unidentified Drones Light Up New Jersey’s Skies, Baffling Residents
People across the state have reported seeing scores of large, low-flying objects in recent weeks. Officials haven’t said where they’re coming from, or why they’re here.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...NBC News - Dec. 3