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Plane and Aircraft Tug Collide in Chicago, Critically Injuring Driver
The wing of an Air Wisconsin plane struck the vehicle, which was trying to cross a taxiway at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, officials said.The New York Times - 2h -
Congress eyes probe, reforms in response to aircraft tragedy
Lawmakers in both parties say Congress is gearing up to play an aggressive role in the federal response to this week's deadly collision between a military helicopter and a commercial passenger ...The Hill - 9h -
Plane collides with aircraft tug at O'Hare Airport; tug driver critically injured
The FAA said Air Wisconsin Flight 6181 collided with an aircraft tug while approaching a gate at O'Hare International.CBS News - 16h -
Labour ministers tread carefully as welfare reform looms
The government is not just looking at reforming the benefits system - it is preparing to put it at the heart of its economic agenda.BBC News - 1d -
Yahoo Sports AM: Tragedy on the Potomac
In today's edition: Tragedy over the Potomac, NBA All-Star reserves, Mikayla makes history, Duke-UNC in Durham, Rory's slam dunk ace, and more.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Morning Report — Aviation tragedy tests Trump
In today’s issue: President Trump sought Thursday to command the aftermath of a national aviation tragedy with reassurance, but without the patience to turn a moment of silence for the victims ...The Hill - 2d -
Reform’s polling surge: a familiar story or political earthquake?
It’s too early to say much about Labour’s performance, but Nigel Farage’s recent boost spells trouble for ToriesFinancial Times - 2d -
Boston Skating Club is at the center of another airplane tragedy
Nancy Kerrigan stepped to the microphone at the Boston Skating Club in Norwood, Massachusetts, visibly shaken.NBC News - 2d -
The 2 Aircraft That Collided Over Washington are Both Workhorses in Use Around the World
What to know about Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet involved in the deadly crash.Inc. - 3d -
El Salvador's Congress clears hurdle to speed constitutional reforms
El Salvador’s Congress has ratified a constitutional reform that will make it easier and faster to make constitutional changes in the future, a change critics say will allow President Nayib Bukele ...ABC News - 3d -
OpenAI probes DeepSeek
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story OpenAI investigates DeepSeek data use OpenAI is examining whether Chinese artificial intelligence startup ...The Hill - 3d -
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38 Injured After ‘Unexpected Aircraft Movement’ on a United Flight
The authorities in Nigeria said that the United Airlines plane had to return to Lagos after the episode. Six people were treated at a hospital, officials said.The New York Times - 5d -
House eyes PBM reform next steps
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Republicans weigh path forward for advancing PBM reform House Energy and Commerce Committee leaders are ...The Hill - 5d -
Flight to DC returns to Nigeria with injured passengers after 'unexpected aircraft movement'
A flight to Washington, D.C., returned to Nigeria after “unexpected aircraft movement” caused injuries, United Airlines said. A statement from United emailed to The Hill on Monday said that one of ...The Hill - 6d -
White House says migrant deportation flights with military aircraft have begun
The Trump administration has started flying immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally out of the country using military aircraft, a White House spokesperson said Friday. White House press secretary ...The Hill - Jan. 24 -
The Papers: 'Bravery' of Southport girls and calls for justice reform
Reactions to the 52-year jail sentence handed to Southport killer Axel Rudakubana lead the papers.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
Reeves to soften UK non-dom tax reforms
Chancellor tells Davos crowd that government had been ‘listening to concerns’Financial Times - Jan. 23 -
A 'National Tragedy' in India: Popcorn Is Taxed Three Ways
Critics say the multiplicity of tax rates on the humble snack is emblematic of why India remains a difficult place to do business.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 22 -
Is bipartisan reform of the clemency process likely?
Sen. Chris Coons suggested that there might be common ground with Congress and the attorney general to institutionalize reforms to the clemency process.The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Triumph, tragedy and an occultist: life at the dawn of mountaineering
A new book chronicles the struggles of early climbers as they attempted to mount expeditions on the world’s highest peaks. In 1907, Tom Longstaff made the first known summit of a 7,000-plus-meter ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Biden announces aircraft carriers will be named for Bush, Clinton
The latest line of U.S. carriers is named for Gerald R. Ford, and another of the multi-billion-dollar ships bears John F. Kennedy's name.CBS News - Jan. 14 -
A young gorilla rescued from an aircraft hold recovers at Istanbul zoo
A young gorilla rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recovering at an Istanbul zoo, officials said Sunday, while wildlife officers consider returning him to his natural habitat.NBC News - Jan. 13 -
Are arsonists responsible for the L.A. wildfires?
Fire investigators are working to determine whether the Los Angeles blazes were the result of an intentional act, an accident or damaged utility lines.NBC News - Jan. 13 -
Young gorilla rescued from aircraft hold recovers at Istanbul zoo
A young gorilla rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recovering at an Istanbul zoo while wildlife officers consider returning him to his natural habitatABC News - Jan. 12 -
FBI investigating Los Angeles firefighting aircraft damaged by drone
An investigation is underway into an unauthorized drone that hit a firefighting aircraft while it battled raging wildfires in Los Angeles last week.CBS News - Jan. 12 -
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Reform UK councillors resign in protest over Farage
A group of councillors in Derbyshire say the party "has lost its sense of direction" under Farage's leadership.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
The books members of Congress are reading
Since opening up an independent bookstore on Long Island, I’ve often been asked by my former colleagues in Congress for book recommendations. At the start of every new year, I survey members for ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
FAA: Firefighting aircraft damaged by drone over Palisades Fire
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that an aircraft was damaged by a drone Thursday while fighting the deadly Palisades fire in Los Angeles. “Fire officials informed the FAA that a ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Firefighting aircraft hit by drone
A Canadian Super Scooper plane was hit by a drone while flying over the Palisades Fire. The plane is expected to fly again, but as KNBC's David Biggar reports, the FAA is investigating as flying ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
17+ winter essentials we’re eyeing from Reformation’s winter sale
Reformation is currently discounting a handful of seasonal bestsellers, including wool and cashmere sweaters, denim, outerwear, shoes and more.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
The Next Congress
We explore the disagreements that could define the new Congress — and potentially derail Donald Trump’s agenda.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Minneapolis agrees to police reform deal following George Floyd probe
The city of Minneapolis has agreed to a series of police reforms after a probe from the Justice Department in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. A court-enforceable agreement known as a ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Aubrey Plaza calls husband's death 'unimaginable tragedy'
The actress and filmmaker's family ask for privacy after the announcement of his death at the weekend.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Aubrey Plaza says husband's death was an 'unimaginable tragedy'
Aubrey Plaza made a brief statement Monday on the death of her husband, Jeff Baena, at the age of 47 and asked for privacy.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7 -
Welfare reform for absent fathers
Fathers, not mothers, are the real center of the family problem.The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Musk calls for Farage to be replaced as Reform party leader
Surprise split comes after two men disagreed over jailed rightwing activist Tommy RobinsonFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Tragedies highlight need for mental health checks for vets
Two military service members, Shamsud-Din Jabbar and Matthew Livelsberger, have been named as suspects in recent horrific acts, highlighting the need for mental health checks for veterans and ...The Hill - Jan. 4
