Federal Assistance Mysterious

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 - 4h

NJ senator says mysterious drones 'almost certainly planes,' slams federal response

Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) said mysterious drones hovering over the Garden State are likely planes in a Saturday series of posts on the social platform X as public concern mounts over the sightings. ...

The Hill - 5h

New York governor calls for federal assistance after mysterious drones shut down airport runways

Mysterious drones in New York temporarily shut down runways at an Orange County airport, a frustrated governor said, calling for federal assistance and declaring that "this has gone too far."

NBC News - 5h

On the hunt for mystery drones

The search for answers grows as more mystery drones are spotted over New Jersey, New York, and a handful of other states. NBC News' Maya Eaglin reports.

NBC News - 6h

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 - 1d

Werner Herzog's ‘Theater of Thought’ Explores the Mysteries of the Brain

In “Theater of Thought,” he talks to scientists and other experts about consciousness, quantum computing and whether parrots understand human speech.

The New York Times - 1d

The mysterious origins of Pennsylvania Dutch eggnog

Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell and the iconic statue of Rocky Balboa, but it's also the birthplace of the popular holiday drink Pennsylvania Dutch eggnog. The drink is made in ...

CBS News - 14h

Mystery drones: Where they have been spotted?

Drone sightings have continued in recent weeks around the country and have also been reported at European military bases.

The Hill - 16h

Mayorkas: No evidence to suggest mystery drones are ‘nefarious’

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas suggested that the mysterious drones reportedly spotted in the skies of New Jersey and around the country are not "nefarious" nor a "threat." "We know ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump calls for mystery drones to be shot down

President-elect Trump on Friday evening called for authorities to shoot down the mysterious drones that have been seen in the skies of New Jersey and around the country. He also suggested the ...

The Hill - 1d

Drone outrage grows as federal agencies keep mum

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Outrage over drones grows as federal agencies stay mum Officials ...

The Hill - 1d

Mysterious drones reported in New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland

New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland residents are joining those in New Jersey reporting mysterious drones hovering in the sky. Federal officials have offered little information on their purpose. ...

CBS News - 1d

Medically-assisted deaths in Canada reach record high

According to data released Wednesday by Health Canada, about 4.7% of Canadians who died in 2023 received MAID, or Medical Assistance in Dying.

CBS News - 1d

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 - 1d

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 - 1d

NJ, NY senators demand federal briefing on mystery drones

Senators from New Jersey and New York sent a letter Thursday to the FBI, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) demanding a briefing on the mysterious ...

The Hill - 2d

Details on mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey

There are far more questions than answers about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey in recent weeks. The Pentagon said Wednesday they don't appear to be coming from ...

CBS News - 2d

NFL to mull replay assist on face mask penalties

The NFL will consider expanding replay assist to include face mask penalties and other plays.

ESPN - 3d

Who are the MPs chosen to scrutinise the assisted dying bill?

The bill's committee is made up of 14 supporters, nine opponents and senior voices from both sides of the debate.

BBC News - 3d

Infowars Sale to The Onion Rejected by Federal Bankruptcy Judge

The Onion’s bid for the conspiracy website was supported by the families of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting and a nonprofit focused on ending gun violence.

The New York Times - 3d

Cotton blocks federal shield law for journalists

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) blocked a federal shield law that would protect journalists from revealing their sources and material to the government. In the Senate on Tuesday, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) ...

The Hill - 4d

Federal judge temporarily blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the merger of grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons after a three-week hearing. The Federal Trade Commission sued over the $25 billion deal in February, ...

CBS News - 4d

Mexico federal congressman shot dead in Veracruz state

Benito Aguas from president Claudia Sheinbaum’s Morena party is latest victim of spate of political violence. A Mexican federal congressman has been assassinated, in the latest killing in an ...

The Guardian - 4d

Federal court blocks ACA coverage for Dreamers

A federal court in North Dakota has blocked Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage for immigrants that came into the U.S. illegally as children, also known as “Dreamers.” U.S. District Judge Daniel M. ...

The Hill - 5d

Chris Paul moves into 2nd on NBA's career assists list against Pelicans

San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul moved to second on the NBA’s all-time assists list against the New Orleans Pelicans, the franchise where his 20-year career began

ABC News - 6d

McDavid has goal and assist as Oilers beat Blues 4-2

Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist and the Edmonton Oilers beat the St. Louis Blues 4-2 for their second straight win

ABC News - 6d

In Congo, a Medical Mystery Offers Clues to the Mpox Epidemic

In a remote Congolese town, a medical mystery led to the discovery of alarming changes in the mpox virus and, eventually, to a global health emergency.

The New York Times - Dec. 7

White House announces nearly $1 billion in military assistance to Ukraine

President-elect Donald Trump's election victory has cast doubt on the future of U.S. aid for Ukraine.

CBS News - Dec. 7

FIU hires Duke assistant Simmons as new coach

Florida International has hired Duke assistant Willie Simmons as its next head coach. FIU previously considered hiring Simmons as its coach in 2021.

ESPN - Dec. 7

TikTok Ban or Sale Upheld by Federal Appeals Court

The D.C. Circuit denied TikTok’s petition to overturn the ruling that requires it to break with parent company ByteDance or be banned.

Inc. - Dec. 6

Federal appeals court upholds TikTok ban

A panel of federal judges voted unanimously to uphold a law that could ban TikTok in the United States if the app's Chinese parent company does not sell to an American owner. NBC News' Savannah ...

NBC News - Dec. 6

Blackpool assistant Agnew charged with misconduct

Blackpool assistant manager Steve Agnew is charged with misconduct by The FA after being red-carded in his side's win at Shrewsbury Town.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Senior Biden aide commits to giving Ukraine avalanche of military assistance

White House games last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine, including $20bn in loans and sweeping sanctions on Russia. The White House has gamed out a last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine’s war ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Where Is Assisted Dying Legal? And What Countries Are Considering It?

Assisted dying is legal or partly legal in about a dozen countries, and more are considering allowing it.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Yamal: Stunning assist to Raphinha 'L2' on FIFA

Lamine Yamal dished out advice for recreating his "trivela" assist on FIFA after starring in Barcelona's 5-1 win against Mallorca in LaLiga on Tuesday.

ESPN - Dec. 4

NBA closes investigation of Knicks’ promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson

According to SNY’s Ian Begley, the NBA has been poking around on the Knicks’ promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Biden administration announces additional $725m in military assistance to Ukraine

The White House is trying to disburse last $7bn in aid approved by Congress before Trump begins second term. The Biden administration is rushing military equipment to Ukraine in a last-ditch ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3