Drones Flying Airbases

Are the drones lighting up US bases in England something sinister?

In a village close to a military site, residents report aerial vehicles hovering above their houses.

UK military joins hunt for drones near US airbases

There are fresh reports of drone activity near USAF installations in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Unidentified drones spotted over three UK airbases, US air force confirms

Unmanned aerial systems seen over RAF bases in Suffolk and Norfolk but US air force does not know if they were hostile. A number of unidentified drones have been spotted over three airbases in ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

US Air Force in UK says drones have been spotted flying over bases in England

The U.S. Air Force says a number of small drones have been detected near four bases in eastern England that are used by American forces

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

'Taught us to fly': Raptors retire Carter's No. 15

An emotional Vince Carter acknowledged his contentious exit from Toronto as his No. 15 jersey became the first number retired by the Raptors in a halftime ceremony during Saturday's game against ...

Sports - ESPN - November 2

The Tsetse Fly, Blood Meals and African Sleeping Sickness

World - Yahoo News - November 5

Pulisic, high-flying USMNT storm into NL semis

Mauricio Pochettino's United States side rode a barnstorming first half to victory over Jamaica on Monday in St. Louis, earning a spot in the Concacaf Nations League semifinals next year.

Sports - ESPN - November 19

The Hair-Raising Stakes of Flying Into Beirut's Airport

Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport has operated almost without interruption since Israel began targeting Hezbollah personnel and weapons nearby with regular airstrikes south of Beirut.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 21

Ukraine attacks Moscow with 34 drones

Ukraine attacked Moscow with 34 drones, the Russian Ministry of Defense said early Sunday morning. “Between 7:00 and 10:00 Moscow time, an attempt by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack ...

Politics - The Hill - November 10

Why North Korea Is Building Drones

Analysts say the low-cost weapons are attractive to Mr. Kim, who is intent on modernizing North Korea’s military.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 15

Should the US ban Chinese drones?

The best selling drones in the US are made by DJI in China - some Republican lawmakers plan to ban them

World - Financial Times - November 21

"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows

NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.

Can These Fly-Fishing Businesses Recover From Hurricane Helene?

Fishing guides in North Carolina’s High Country face an uncertain future as they work together to clean up the area’s waters.

Business - Inc. - October 31

Accusations fly in Spain over who is to blame for flood disaster

A week on, recriminations fly over who was to blame for Spain's worst natural disaster in living memory.

Ben Baldanza, 62, Dies; Brought No-Frills Flying to Spirit Airlines

He introduced ticket prices that couldn’t be beat, but asked fliers to pay extra for nearly everything, including water, carry-ons and printed tickets.

Business - The New York Times - November 10

Europe's flying taxi dreams falter as cash runs short

Makers of a new generation of European electric aircraft are struggling to raise money.

UK flying taxi firm pins hopes on investors as cash runs short

Vertical’s crash and cash crisis highlight challenge of making flying taxis a reality after nearly a century of efforts. On a dreary November day in the Cotswolds, England, the VX4 – a cross ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

Residents of Lebanese border town 'determined to stay' as rockets fly above

The residents of Rmeish have decided to stay despite the fighting raging all around them.

Insults, and bottles, fly in fiery Fury-Till press conference

The Tommy Fury vs. Darren Till kickoff press conference descended into utter chaos after John Fury launched a liquid attack on the former UFC star.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19

Flight ban strains humanitarian efforts and frustrates Haitians trying to fly home

December usually brings travelers into Haiti, but a ban on flights has halted plans for holiday gatherings and for anyone trying to deliver food, medicine and other aid.

Jets continue to fly high, plus what each team is thankful for this season

As we approach Thanksgiving, and a quarter of the season in the rear-view mirror, here is each team's most cherished item in 2024-25.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

The Airline Industry's Biggest Winners Are Betting You'll Pay to Fly in Style

United and Delta dominate industry profits by promoting premium travel options like carved up cabins and luxe lounges

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 23

EasyJet boss denounces ‘illegal’ fines over hand luggage charges

Spain’s penalty to carriers for charging passengers for hand luggage and seat reservations is called ‘anti-consumer’. The boss of easyJet has denounced fines handed out to the airline and other ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Photos of Trench Warfare in Ukraine in the Age of Drones

At a critical battlefield in eastern Ukraine, advanced technology is shaping battles that resemble the wars of older eras. When drones are watching, assaults become violent sprints.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

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.

Russia Keeps Hitting Ukrainian Cities With Waves of Drones

Moscow has been using decoy drones with no warheads to overwhelm defenses, and surveillance drones and strike drones to gather intelligence, Ukrainian officials said.

World - The New York Times - November 7

Russia Hits Ukraine with Drones, Missiles Overnight

Millions trek to shelters nightly or take their chances at home as unceasing missile and drone attacks drag on. Some Ukrainians are looking — with hope or sarcasm — to Trump for respite.

World - The New York Times - November 8

Russia and Ukraine exchange record drone strikes overnight

Russia's defense ministry said a total of 70 drones were shot down overnight in Russian territory while Ukrainian air force officials say Russia overnight launched a "record" 145 drones at ...

Moscow targeted as Ukraine and Russia trade huge drone attacks

Both countries say they shot down dozens of drones over their respective territories.

Zelenksy condemns record number of Russian drone attacks

World - Yahoo News - November 10

Russia, Ukraine trade massive drone strikes

Russia and Ukraine carried out their largest drone attacks on each other since the beginning of the war. Chris Livesay reports.

Canada fires coach Priestman over drone scandal

Bev Priestman will not return as head coach of the Canadian women's soccer team following an independent report into the use of drones to spy on an opponent at this year's Paris Olympics, Canada ...

Sports - ESPN - November 13

Gaza surgeon describes drones targeting children

World - Yahoo News - November 13

Russia hits Ukraine with massive missile and drone attack

Ukraine suffered what it said was the largest missile and drone attack from Russia since the summer. Chris Livesay has more.

£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrapped

Critics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces.

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