Passenger plane struck by bullet at Texas airport

Airport sparks debate with introduction of 'hug time' limit

An airport in New Zealand is asking travelers to limit their "hug times" in order to reduce congestion.

New Zealand Airport Puts Hugs on a Timer

The new rule at a New Zealand airport limits curbside embraces to three minutes, drawing worldwide commentary, from the indignant to the amused.

World - The New York Times - November 1

High-security prison 'like an airport' for drones

Inmates are burning holes in cell windows to allow in the drones in at the prison, inspectors say.

Missile From Lebanon Hits Israel's Main Airport

The missile, which landed in a parking lot, causing minor damage, was part of a volley of 10 fired by Hezbollah at central Israel.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Bank Holiday airport chaos made worse by password issue, report says

An air traffic control engineer was unable to fix a major fault from home, a report says.

Satellite Images Suggest Israel Struck a Major Iranian Missile Plant

Analysts said the Shahroud Space Center was likely used to produce intermediate-range ballistic missiles that could be used to target Israel.

World - The New York Times - October 30

How U.S. Women’s Soccer Has Struck a Balance Between Celebration and Evaluation

It’s hard to disagree with the approach from Coach Emma Hayes after a successful October window, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 1

Zelensky says Ukraine struck by 900 bombs in the space of one week

World - Yahoo News - November 3

Oregon ambulance struck cyclist, then billed him $1,800 for ride to hospital

William Hoesch, 71, is suing Columbia River fire and rescue department for $1m for injuries and medical expenses. An ambulance struck a cyclist in Oregon , brought him to a hospital for treatment ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

UFC 308 results, highlights: Shara 'Bullet' Magomedov scores highlight-reel spinning knockout

Magomedov delivered a double spinning backfist to stop Armen Petrosyan in dramatic fashion

Sports - CBS Sports - October 26

GTA 5 Actor Says He Is Filled With Bullet Holes Like His Character

Shawn Fonteno's GTA experience goes back two decades to Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas , when he lent his voice to the game. But the actor had a much bigger role in Grand Theft Auto 5 as Franklin ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

American Airlines jet and small plane in close call

An American Airlines Boeing 737 and s small Cessna plane came within 400 feet of each other in Austin, Texas, forcing the jet to take evasive action to avoid a collision. NBC News' Stephanie Gosk ...

Plane left runway due to bearing failure - report

The plane came off the runway as it landed in windy conditions last year, the AAIB say.

3 dead after light planes collided in Australia

Three men have died after two light planes collided midair and crashed into a forested area southwest of Sydney on Saturday

World - ABC News - October 26

Appeals made after WW2 plane crash discovery

The crash happened on 6 August 1945, the same day United States military dropped a nuclear bomb on Hiroshima.

Plane fails to land amid fierce typhoon in Taiwan

A plane at Taoyuan Airport was forced to abort its initial landing amid strong winds.

Man escorted off plane in Turkey later found dead

Ben Crook fought with his partner on their journey to Turkey before going missing, an inquest hears.

We must not turn blind eye to antisemitism, says Dutch king after attacks on Israeli football fans

Willem-Alexander says Jewish people must feel safe in the Netherlands after Israeli football supporters come under attack.

Qantas plane makes emergency landing in Sydney

A Qantas plane bound for Brisbane made an emergency landing in Sydney shortly after takeoff. The airline said there were potential issues with an engine. Passengers reported hearing a loud bang, ...

Spirit Airlines Plane Shot at in Haiti and Forced to Divert

A day after the prime minister of Haiti was fired, the airport in Port-au-Prince was closed because of the attack on the aircraft. A JetBlue plane was also struck.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Third plane hit by gunfire in Haiti; FBI investigating

A third plane was hit by gunfire in Haiti amid a surge in gang violence. The FAA banned flights to the country for a month following the incidents, which are being investigated by the FBI. CBS News ...

Cheap fix floated for plane vapour's climate damage

The warming impact of the vapour trails that emerge from airplanes is being discussed at climate gathering.

Boeing Says Plane Production Restart Will Take Weeks

After striking for almost two months, workers will return to factory floors in the Pacific Northwest, but must ensure safety procedures are followed as it begins building 737 jetliners.

Business - Inc. - 3 days ago

U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread

Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.

Protesters Say Uber and Lyft Are Still Failing Their Blind Passengers

At a protest in San Francisco, blind Uber and Lyft users claim that the ride-hailing companies aren’t doing enough to prevent drivers from turning them away.

Tech - Wired - October 20

New young drivers should not carry under-21s as passengers, AA says

It is also proposed that under-21s could lose their licences for not wearing a seatbelt.

Passenger dies and 15 hurt after two trains crash

A westbound train went about 1,000 metres beyond its stopping point to hit a stationary service.

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