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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

What's Next for Boeing's Troubled Starliner Spacecraft?

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft made a splash-free landing in the New Mexico desert a couple of months ago, but sadly, it wasn't carrying any astronauts back from the International Space Station. The spacecraft, which was supposed to bring back NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore from thei

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Workers Vote Again: What's Really at Stake?

More than 30, 000 Boeing workers are voting again on whether to end their seven-week strike. This vote isn't just about their paychecks; it's about the future of the company and the economy. The new deal on the table isn't much different from the one they rejected a week ago. It offers a 13% pay rai

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

New Business Class Boost: Cathay’s Latest 777 Update

Imagine sinking into a cozy, private suite on your next flight. That's just what Cathay Pacific is offering with their revamped Boeing 777 business class, known as Aria Suites. After six years of work, including a pandemic pause, these suites are finally taking flight. By the end of 2027, all 30 pla

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's New Deal: Workers Vote Monday

Alright, let's talk about what's happening between Boeing and its machinists' union. They've just agreed on a new contract deal that could end a lengthy strike which began back in September. The union's asking its members to approve this deal, saying they've gotten as much as they can from negotiati

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's Spacecraft Mishap: A Lesson in Safety and Trust

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft had a rough start, with issues like engine malfunctions and leaks causing NASA to send astronauts home on SpaceX's Crew Dragon. This isn't new for Boeing, which has faced trouble with its 737 Max planes too. Back in 2014, NASA gave Boeing and SpaceX contracts to make sp

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Oct 28 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's $19 Billion Share Sale: A Money Move to Stay in the Game

Boeing has been dealing with a tough time for years now. Two plane crashes and a pandemic later, the company is looking to boost its finances. So, they've just announced a plan to sell some of their shares worth about $19 billion. This isn't their first big money move, as they've already raised $25

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Oct 27 2024SCIENCE

Space Traveler Checks Out of Hospital After Space Adventure

Have you ever wondered what happens to astronauts after they come back from space? Well, let's talk about a NASA astronaut who just got released from the hospital. This astronaut had been on an extended space mission and faced some troubles along the way. First, there were issues with the Boeing ca

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Oct 26 2024BUSINESS

Boeing May Sell Space Programs to Focus on Core Business

Boeing, a well-known aerospace company, is considering selling its space-related programs. This includes the Starliner space vehicle and operations at the International Space Station (ISS). The company's new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, is behind this move as part of a strategy to simplify Boeing's portfolio

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

Homecoming After a Long Space Stay

Four astronauts finally made it back to Earth after a prolonged stay in space. Their journey started in March with SpaceX's Dragon capsule, and they were supposed to be home in September. But technical hiccups with Boeing's Starliner capsule and a hurricane delayed their return. The team included NA

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Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Boeing Strike: Pensions and Planes on the Line

Last month, Boeing workers walked off the job with a clear demand: they want their pensions back. In 2013, Boeing froze the traditional pension plan to keep production in Seattle, claiming it was too expensive. But now, workers are feeling the squeeze and aren't giving in. They recently rejected Boe

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