In a sudden and devastating turn of events, a small plane crashed while taking off from Catalina Airport on Tuesday evening. The tragic incident took place just moments after the aircraft departed from the airport near the island city of Avalon. The plane, a twin-engine Beechcraft 95, was carrying f
General Motors (GM) held an investor day, but Wall Street seemed unimpressed. GM highlighted plans to boost profits for both electric and traditional vehicles. While GM believes it's ahead in the EV race, investors are waiting for more details. GM's CEO, Mary Barra, focused on efficiency and cost di
Late Tuesday evening, a twin-engine Beechcraft 95 plane crashed on Catalina Island, leaving five people dead. The plane took off from Catalina Airport with five adults on board and crashed just moments later, approximately a mile west of the airport. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department recei
Aaron Rodgers' famous "I’ve been immunized" comment three years ago wasn’t just a slip-up, it eroded his credibility. Now, with the firing of former Jets coach Robert Saleh, we’re left wondering if Rodgers had a role. While Rodgers clearly didn’t give the order to fire Saleh, his actions might have
Ever thought how space exploration could help our planet? It’s not just about reaching other worlds. Space tech has been secretly aiding climate scientists in their fight against global warming. During World Space Week, let’s zoom in on how these innovations are making a real difference. Imagin
A former official from Mayor Eric Adams' team has been arrested just a day after resigning. This person, Mohamed Bahi, is accused of some serious stuff. He's charged with trying to influence witnesses and hiding evidence in an ongoing investigation into Adams' 2021 campaign donations. Federal prosec
Lots of financial firms are talking about how great AI is, but many aren't seeing real results yet. Edward J Achtner, the head of generative AI at HSBC, thinks a lot of what's happening is just "success theater." He said at the CogX summit in London that companies need to be smart about where they u
In the war-torn nation of Sudan, cholera cases have surged by nearly 40% in just under two weeks. According to the latest data, there are now over 21,000 cases spread across 11 states, with eastern regions being the hardest hit. The United Nations (UN) is deeply concerned, as the outbreak continues
Have you ever wondered what happens when the weather gets too extreme? It's not just about the temperature or rainfall anymore; it's about how these changes affect us and our environment. Let's dive into the world of extreme weather and see what's going on. First, let's talk about why extreme weath
This week, China is putting a new tax on brandy coming from the European Union. Customs officials will start collecting deposits, around 30.6% to 39% of the brandy's value, from companies importing the drink. This change comes after a previous decision in August not to impose any taxes, despite find
