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London’s Heathrow airport closed all day after nearby fire cuts power
More than 1,000 flights and 16,000 homes affected by ‘significant’ outage at electrical substationFinancial Times - Mar. 21 -
Heathrow Airport chaos: What we know so far
Flights are resuming after disruption due to a fire at a nearby substation caused a power outage at the airport.BBC News - 6d -
Four US soldiers missing for two days in Lithuania
Lithuanian forces say search is ongoing after US Army finds vehicle submerged during drills near Belarus border.BBC News - 1d -
Plane Fire at Denver Airport Forces Passengers to Evacuate Onto Wing
The flight had been diverted to the airport after experiencing “engine vibrations,” the authorities said. Six passengers were taken to a hospital for evaluation.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Counter-terror police leading inquiry into ‘unprecedented’ Heathrow fire
Met officers say no immediate indication of foul play as passengers face days of disruption from electrical substation blaze. Heathrow airport closed – live updates Counter-terror police are ...The Guardian - Mar. 21 -
Syrian defence ministry says military operation over and forces ‘paving way for life to return to normal’ – Middle East crisis live
Syria’s defence ministry spokesperson warns of further retribution against forces loyal to Assad. Syria ’s defence ministry has announced it has completed military operations to fight remnants of ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Sudan army recaptures presidential palace after two years of war
It follows days of heavy fighting as the army took control of areas previously held by a rival force.BBC News - Mar. 21 -
Barcelona forced to play two matches in under 65 hours after La Liga rejects appeal
Real Madrid expressed significant frustration last weekend over their scheduling, having to play against Villarreal on Saturday after competing in the Champions League round of 16 just three days ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
National Grid boss says Heathrow could have stayed open despite substation fire
Two other substations available to supply airport with electricity, according to chief executive John Pettigrew. There was enough power for Heathrow to remain open during the entire period it was ...The Guardian - 4d -
'Coach, I just want to play': Gonzaga's Steele Venters working to return after losing two seasons to injuries
Mar. 19—WICHITA, Kan. — Put yourself in Steele Venters' shoes last August. You've worked diligently to return from a torn right ACL that sidelined you for the 2023-24 season. Days from being fully ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Urgent investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow Airport
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after substation fire led to major flight disruption on Friday.BBC News - 5d -
Power outage at London’s Heathrow Airport causes global travel chaos
One of the world’s busiest airports, London’s Heathrow, has shut down due to a power outage caused by a fire at an electricity substation nearby. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports on the global travel ...NBC News - Mar. 21 -
Airlines Scramble to Rebook Travelers After Canceling Heathrow Flights
About 80 airlines operate at the airport, London’s busiest travel hub.The New York Times - Mar. 21 -
Thousands of jobs at risk as British Steel threatens closure
The company announces a consultation that could see the closure of two blast furnaces at Scunthorpe.BBC News - 1d -
King and Kate return to annual Commonwealth service
The royals had not appeared together at the event for two years due to their treatments for cancer.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
U.K. Launches Investigation into Heathrow Airport Blackout
The British authorities ordered an urgent investigation, but some experts said that any airport would be crippled by being cut from the electrical grid.The New York Times - 5d -
Sudan’s army says it has recaptured Khartoum's airport as it seeks to liberate the capital
Sudan’s military says it has recaptured the international airport in the capital, Khartoum, after nearly two years of fighting against a rival paramilitary groupABC News - 2d -
Starliner astronauts to soon return to Earth after extended stay in space
Two American astronauts who have been at the International Space Station for nine months could soon return to Earth. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were originally scheduled for an eight-day ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
DOT bans nearly all helicopters from Washington Reagan Airport airspace after midair collision
After the NTSB issued two urgent safety recommendations, the secretary of transportation permanently restricted Washington Reagan National Airport airspace to nearly all helicopter traffic. The ...CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Mookie Betts says he feels 'awesome, normal' in return from illness that made him lose 18 pounds
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Betts has regained some weight, but will he be ready for Opening Day?Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Flight cancellations at Germany’s Hamburg Airport affect more than 40,000 passengers after strike
Flight cancellations at Hamburg Airport after a surprise strike by workers affected more than 40,000 passengers on Sunday, a day before a planned wider protest across Germany amid new contract ...NBC News - Mar. 9 -
The 49ers bring back Kyle Juszczyk days after cutting him, AP source says
Fullback Kyle Juszczyk is returning to the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $8 million contract just days after being cut, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday. ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
New evidence changes timeline of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's last days
Actor Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, called a medical concierge service in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Feb. 11 -- one day after authorities previously reported her last known activity, and two ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Heathrow looks at building shorter third runway in bid to cut costs
London’s hub airport is preparing a detailed expansion plan after winning government backingFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
Heathrow warns airlines risk having to pay £1bn for better power system
CEO says airport will review case for upgrading grid connections after outage that shut hub for nearly 24 hoursFinancial Times - 14h -
Heathrow warns airlines risk having to pay £1bn for better power system
CEO says airport will review case for upgrading grid connections after outage that shut hub for nearly 24 hoursFinancial Times - 14h -
US military's mini space shuttle returns to Earth after orbiting for 434 days on a secret mission
The U.S. military's classified mini space shuttle has returned to Earth after circling the world for 434 daysABC News - Mar. 7 -
The Lions sign WR Tim Patrick a day after he pleads to return to Detroit
The Lions sign WR Tim Patrick a day after he pleads to return to DetroitYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
BlizzCon Skips 2025 But Will Return In 2026 After Two Years Off
BlizzCon will be back for 2026, Blizzard has announced, in the process confirming the convention will not happen this year. The developer's (usually) annual fan expo will return to the Anaheim ...GameSpot - Mar. 11 -
3/22: Saturday Morning
Heathrow Airport resumes operations after power outage; How an iconic NYC restaurant is making a comeback.CBS News - 6d -
After Heathrow, Who Pays for Missed Cruises and Hotel Bookings?
When the airport shut down travelers were on the hook for reservations that could not be canceled, expensive new flights and missed events that airlines don’t reimburse for. How can you protect ...The New York Times - 1d -
After Heathrow, Who Pays for Missed Cruises and Hotel Bookings?
When the airport shut down travelers were on the hook for reservations that could not be canceled, expensive new flights and missed events that airlines don’t reimburse for. How can you protect ...The New York Times - 1d -
After Heathrow, Who Pays for Missed Cruises and Hotel Bookings?
When the airport shut down travelers were on the hook for reservations that could not be canceled, expensive new flights and missed events that airlines don’t reimburse for. How can you protect ...The New York Times - 1d -
The Papers: 'Heathrow's day of chaos' and 'Kate's year of courage'
Saturday's front pages cover the chaos at Heathrow and one year since the Princess of Wales shared her cancer diagnosis.BBC News - 6d -
Farage and NatWest settle dispute over bank account closure
The agreed settlement comes almost two years after the Reform UK leader had his bank account with Coutts closed.BBC News - 2d -
Heathrow boss warns airlines risk having to pay £1bn for better power system
Thomas Woldbye says airport will review case for upgrading grid connections after outage that shut hub for nearly 24 hoursFinancial Times - 14h -
Israel returns to deadly force in Gaza
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Israel returns to deadly force in Gaza The Israeli military ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Safety board calls for helicopter ban on certain routes near DC airport: 'Intolerable risk'
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Tuesday issued two “urgent” safety recommendations after discovering thousands of close calls between helicopters and planes near Ronald Reagan ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
How passengers affected by the Heathrow outage can get reimbursed
Passengers affected by the power outage that shut down London's Heathrow Airport Friday are not automatically entitled to compensation for their flight disruption, experts say.NBC News - Mar. 21 -
What Caused the Fire That Shut Down Heathrow Airport?
Officials and travelers are calling for an investigation into not only how the blaze started, but how it was able to cause such a large disruption to global travel.The New York Times - 6d
