WASHINGTON, D.C.: The owner and manager of a cargo ship involved in a deadly bridge collapse near Baltimore have agreed to pay US$102 million for cleanup expenses, settling a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Justice Department.  This agreement addresses only the immediate cleanup costs, leaving the estimated $2 billion reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge unresolved. The state of Maryland has filed a separa

Ship owner in Baltimore bridge collapse to pay $102 million

Baltimore bridge mishap ship's owner will pay $102 million for cleanup

Owner of ship in Baltimore bridge collision to pay $102 million

ATLANTA, Georgia: For the fifth time, Georgia's capital will have a shipping vessel named after it by the U.S. Navy. U.S. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro announced this week that the Navy will build a nuclear attack submarine and name it the USS Atlanta. It was not immediately clear when the submarine's construction would start, when it would enter service, or how much it would cost. In August, the 

US Navy will name a nuclear submarine after Georgia's capital

US Navy to name submarine USS Atlanta after Georgia's capital

Atlanta to have fifth vessel, a submarine, named after it by US Navy

BOOTHBAY HARBOR, Maine: Conservationists are calling on the government, shipping and fishing industries to save the North Atlantic right whale from extinction despite an increase in its population. Researchers studying the whales said this week that the population increased to an estimated 372 in 2023. That's an increase of about four percent from 2020, and "heartening news" after the whale's population fell by 

Right whale population grows 4%, but extinction remains a threat

Right whale population faces extinction threat despite 4% growth

Extinction of right whale population still likely despite 4% growth

WASHINGTON, D.C.: A military investigation into the deaths of two U.S. Navy SEALS who tried to climb aboard a ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen has stated they drowned because of glaring training failures and a lack of understanding about what to do after falling into deep, turbulent waters. A Navy investigation revealed that the deaths of Chief Special Warfare Operator Christopher J. Chambers 

Drownings of 2 Navy SEALs were preventable, military probe finds

Military probe finds training failures caused 2 Navy SEALS to drown

Military probe finds drownings of 2 Navy SEALs were preventable

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu will embark on the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and witness Naval Operations at sea on November 7, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Wednesday.
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, the Chief of the Naval Staff, will receive the President at INS Hansa (Naval Air Station at Goa) and present a 150-men Ceremonial Guard of Honour. Soon thereafter, the Pr

President Murmu to witness naval operations onboard INS Vikrant

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu will visit Goa on Thursday to attend the 'Day at Sea' event.
According to an official release, the event will demonstrate the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy combatants, including a glimpse of the flying operations from the INS Vikrant.
Recently, President Murmu completed her three-nation visit to Algeria, Mauritania, and Malawi.
President Murmu was

President Droupadi Murmu to visit Goa on Nov 7 to attend 'Day at Sea' event

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], November 6 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on the Richter Scale jolted the New Ireland region of Papua New Guinea on Wednesday, the National Centre of Seismology (NCS) said.
The NCS stated that the earthquake hit at 8:06 PM (IST), at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre of the quake was recorded at Latitude 4.84 S and Longitude 153.21 E.
"EQ of M: 6.1, On: 06/11/2024 20:06:26 IST, Lat: 4.

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolts New Ireland region of Papa New Guinea

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], November 6 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan praised the Agnipath scheme on Wednesday, describing it as an excellent opportunity for young people to join and serve in the defence forces.
General Chauhan visited Nibe Industries in Pune, where he reviewed the capabilities of small and medium enterprises within the defence sector.
Speaking on the occasion, General Chauhan stated, 

"Very good opportunity for youth to join, work in defence forces": CDS Gen Chauhan praises Agnipath scheme

Channapatna/Ramanagara (Karnataka) [India], November 6 (ANI): In response to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's comment calling Kumaraswamy a "touring talkies," Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy replied sharply, asserting, "I am not a touring talkies; I am a permanent talkies in Ramanagara".
Campaigning in Sogala village, Kumaraswamy said, "I am permanently based in Ramanagara. I am not going anywhere, and no one can make 

HD Kumaraswamy questions Priyanka Gandhi's candidature from Wayanad

PARIS, 6th November, 2024 (WAM) - EDGE, one of the world's leading defence and advanced technology groups, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Brazilian Navy at EURONAVAL, one of the world's largest naval exhibitions, currently being held in Paris. The MoU establishes a collaborative foundation for the development of autonomous surface and aerial defence systems, reinforcing shared strateg

EDGE Group expands partnership with Brazilian Navy to develop, deploy counter-drone systems

By Gaurav AroraPrayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], November 6 (ANI): In preparation for Mahakumbh 2025, the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government is pushing forward with an extensive road-widening and beautification initiative in Prayagraj.
Key projects, particularly the widening and enhancement of roads leading to Sangam, are approaching completion. With a focus on ensuring smooth access and a visually appealing e

Mahakumbh 2025: Yogi govt to complete widening of all roads leading to Sangam by Nov 30

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): Ahead of India's upcoming T20I series against South Africa, former cricketer Anil Kumble shared his thoughts on Men in Blue wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson's recent performances, noting that he has lacked consistency.
Samson made his T20I debut in 2015 against Zimbabwe and has since played 33 T20 matches, amassing 594 runs at a strike rate of 144.52. His T20I record includes one centu

"The consistency is something that is a little missing": Kumble reflects on Samson's recent performance

Seoul (South Korea), November 6 (ANI): North Korean troops have clashed for the first time with Ukrainian forces in Russia's war against Ukraine, as per the New York Times with the report also stating that the troops are occupying a portion of Kursk region in Russia.
The New York Times reported this on Tuesday citing a senior Ukrainian and a senior US official.
This follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmi

North Korean troops clash with Ukrainian forces in Kursk

By Masud KarimDhaka [Bangladesh], November 6 (ANI): In Bangladesh's port city of Chittagong, a clash between the Hindu community and the law enforcement forces took place in the midst of a tense situation over a Facebook post criticizing ISKCON. Due to this, the joint forces of police and army conducted an operation there on Tuesday night.
"A local Muslim youth reportedly uploaded a post on Facebook criticizing ISKCON. Th

Bangladesh: Tensions over Facebook post about ISKCON

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The initial rankings for the highly anticipated, first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff confirmed what many believed even before the season began: The Southeastern Conference will be represented in the new-look tournament.

Indeed, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama combine to make up one-third of the field. But the first rankings also offered some surprises -- not the least 

Take 5: Drawing conclusions from first CFP rankings

Taipei [Taiwan], November 6 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported Chinese military activity on Wednesday, detecting 12 People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and nine People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels.
The Taiwanese MND stated that nine of the aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.
In a post on X, the MND stated, "12 PLA aircraft and 9 PLAN vessels operat

Taiwan detects 12 Chinese aircraft, 9 navy vessels  around its ADIZ, responds 'accordingly'

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): Additional Director General (Retd) VD Chafekar, formerly of the Indian Coast Guard, has been appointed as the seventh Executive Director of Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia Information Sharing Centre (ReCAAP ISC) in Singapore.
He was appointed as the Executive Director by the Governing Council of ReCAAP ISC for the period from A

Retd ADG apppointed as Executive Director of ReCAAP ISC in Singapore

New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): In a meeting on November 5, Brigadier Omar Khan of the Guyana Defence Forces called on General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff of India, according to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS).
The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation, regional stability, maritime security, and fostering mutual understanding.
General Chauhan extended India's suppo

Strengthening ties: India and Guyana discuss defence cooperation

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The Pittsburgh Steelers acquired wide receiver Mike Williams and edge rusher Preston Smith ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, multiple outlets reported.

The Steelers are sending a 2025 fifth-round draft pick to the New York Jets in exchange for Williams and shipping a seventh-rounder to the Green Bay Packers for Smith, per the report.

Williams, 30, has played in all nine g

Reports: Steelers add WR Mike Williams, DE Preston Smith

New Delhi [India], November 5 (ANI): The third edition of the high-level virtual interaction 'MAHASAGAR' was conducted by the Indian Navy on Tuesday, during which Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff interacted with Heads of Navies/ Maritime Agencies and Senior Leadership from Indian Ocean Region littorals viz., Bangladesh, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lan

Indian navy hosts third edition of 'MAHASAGAR'

SACRAMENTO, California: State officials announced a new partnership to boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and cut air travel emissions.  The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has teamed up with Airlines for America - representing airlines such as Delta, JetBlue, and United - with a goal to increase SAF availability in the state to 200 million gallons by 2035, meeting about 40 percent of in-stat

California announces sustainable fuel deal to curb aircraft emissions

California to curb emissions with sustainable jet fuel production deal

California to boost sustainable jet fuel production, reduce emissions

DUBLIN, Ireland: Cutting Ireland's motorway speed limit to 110 km/h could significantly reduce carbon emissions, according to Green Party MEP Ciaran Cuffe. Cuffe suggests that reducing car and truck speeds by 10 km/h would lower emissions from Ireland's largest carbon-emitting sector: transport. Transport accounted for 40 percent of the country's energy-related emissions in 2018 and continues to rise.The 

Speed limit reduction could lead to drop in emission in Ireland: MEP

Drop in emissions possible in Ireland if speed limit is reduced: MEP

MEP says reducing speed limit could help reduce emissions in Ireland

SACRAMENTO, California: California is planning to overhaul its Low Carbon Fuel Standard, a key climate program that aims to reduce emissions from transportation fuels.  The proposal has sparked heated debate, primarily because it could raise gasoline prices in a state where residents already pay the most at the pump. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will vote on the proposed changes on November 8

California's plan to overhaul a key climate program ignites debate

California's fuel price could rise if state overhauls key climate program

Californian plan to revamp key climate program could raise fuel prices

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - The government has recruited three law firms to fight Iran's case against Pakistan at the Court of Arbitration in Paris for not completing its section of the gas pipeline and failing to meet the 750mmcfd gas intake requirement under the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.According to top officials in the Law Division and Attorney General's Office, Pakistan hired the services of well-known internat

High stakes arbitration: Iran sues Pakistan for million dollar-a-day penalty in France

Pipeline Stalemate: Pakistan gears up for legal showdown with Iran in Paris

Battle over gas pipeline: Pakistan taps global legal experts to counter Iran's claims

MOSCOW, Russia: Russia's central bank has raised its key interest rate to a record 21 percent to curb inflation, which is driven by heavy government spending, especially on military needs.  The increase, announced on October 25, reflects concerns that demand is outpacing Russia's capacity to produce goods and services, pushing up prices and wages.  According to the central bank's statement, inflation is r

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21% to fight inflation

Military needs force Russian central bank to hike interest rate to 21%

To fight inflation, Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21%

DUBLIN, Ireland: International tourists in Ireland are now spending more money despite shorter visits, according to recent data from the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC).  From July to September, the duration of overnight stays dropped by seven percent compared to last year. However, spending climbed ten percent, with international visitors contributing 2.14 billion euros to the economy. The nu

International tourists spend less time in Ireland, but more money

International tourists on short holidays in Ireland spend more money

International tourists in Ireland spend more, even on shorter visits

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ryanair has announced plans to reduce flights to and from UK airports by 10 percent next year, following the UK government's decision to raise the Air Passenger Duty (APD) in the latest Budget. CEO Michael O'Leary criticized the move, calling it "idiotic" and claiming it will make air travel more expensive and harm the UK's tourism and economic growth. According to O'Leary, the planned reduction

Ryanair to cut UK flights by 10%, CEO criticizes budget air tax rise

Ryanair plans 10% cut in UK flights after budget raises air tax

AS UK raises air tax, Ryanair plans to cut UK flights by 10%

DUBAI, U.A.E.: Colm McLoughlin, the Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free into a global airport retail powerhouse, has died at 81. McLoughlin, who led Dubai Duty Free from its inception in 1983 until his retirement earlier this year, helped grow the operation into a $2 billion business with over 6,000 employees. According to a statement by Dubai Duty Free, he passed away on Wednesday following a brief illness

Colm McLoughlin, Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free, dies at 81

Irishman who transformed Dubai Duty Free into retail powerhouse dies

Irishman who made Dubai Duty Free a global powerhouse dies at 81

WASHINGTON, D.C.: According to the Labor Department, U.S. job openings dropped in September to 7.4 million, the lowest level since January 2021.  The decline from 7.9 million in August indicates some cooling in the labor market, with the largest reductions in vacancies among healthcare companies and government agencies. Layoffs also rose in September, while the number of Americans who quit their jobs fell

US job openings fell in September to 3 year-low

US jobs fell to 7.4 million in September, lowest since January 2021

Decline in US job market shows cooling in labor market

VADODARA, India: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez inaugurated India's first private military aircraft manufacturing plant on October 28 in Vadodara, Gujarat, advancing New Delhi's goal of bolstering domestic defense production.  The Tata Aircraft Complex, developed in partnership with Airbus Spain, will produce the C-295 military transport aircraft, which is intended t

India, Spain launch India's first private military aircraft plant

Tata, Airbus Spain launch military aircraft factory in Indian state

Tata sets up first Indian military aircraft factory with Airbus Spain

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico: Spirit Airlines has temporarily suspended flights to Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince after gunfire struck a U.N. helicopter near the country's main airport.  The airline, which operates a daily flight from Fort Lauderdale to Port-au-Prince, announced the suspension would last through October 27, citing safety concerns for passengers and staff. This decision follows an incident when 

US airline suspends flights to Haiti after gunfire hits UN helicopter

Spirit Airlines suspends flights to Haiti after gunfire hits helicopter

After gunfire hits UN helicopter, US airline suspends flights to Haiti

ATLANTA, Georgia: Delta Air Lines has filed a lawsuit against cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, blaming the company for a tech outage in July that canceled thousands of flights.The airline is seeking compensation and punitive damages, alleging the outage stemmed from a faulty update CrowdStrike sent to millions of Microsoft computers. This update disrupted Delta's operations and led to over $500 million in losses.

Delta sues CrowdStrike over tech outage that canceled flights

Delta sues CrowdStrike, blaming it for losses from canceled flights

CrowdStrike sued by Delta for tech outage that canceled flights

DALLAS, Texas: Southwest Airlines has settled a months-long proxy battle with hedge fund Elliott Investment Management by agreeing to overhaul its board of directors.The settlement, announced last week, will see Chairman Gary Kelly and six other current board members step down on November 1 to be replaced by five Elliott-backed candidates and a former Chevron executive.Elliott, led by billionaire financie

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund as Q3 profit shrinks

Southwest board agrees to step down, hedge fund appointees to step in

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund, board to step down

SEATTLE, Washington: Boeing workers continue to strike after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, six weeks into a labor dispute that has halted production of some of the aerospace giant's most profitable aircraft. Union members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) in Seattle voted 64 percent against the proposal, which included a 35 percent pay raise over four yea

No end to Boeing strike as workers reject latest contract proposal

Boeing workers reject latest contract proposal; strike continues

Boeing strike continues as workers reject latest contract proposal

DALLAS, Texas: The U.S. government has fined American Airlines $50 million for mishandling wheelchairs and failing to provide proper assistance to passengers with disabilities over a five-year period.  According to the Transportation Department, these incidents occurred between 2019 and 2023, and in some cases, wheelchair users were injured, although the department did not specify how many. American Airli

American Airlines fined $50 million for mishandling wheelchair users

Mishandling of wheelchair users: American Airlines fined $50 million

$50 million fine to American Airlines for mishandling wheelchair users

HOUSTON, Texas: A helicopter crashed into a radio tower in Houston and burst into flames, killing four of its passengers, officials said. Mayor John Whitmire said at a news conference that the helicopter took off from Ellington Field, about 15 miles away, and went down just before 8 p.m. on October 20 in a neighborhood east of downtown after. He did not know where the helicopter was headed.  No one on the

Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4

4 aboard helicopter killed as it crashes into Houston radio tower

4 killed as helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower

CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing has made a revised contract offer to the union representing striking machinists, aiming to end a walkout that has stalled airplane production for over a month.  The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) announced that it will hold a ratification vote on October 23 to decide on the new proposal. The updated offer includes a 35 percent pay increas

Boeing makes new offer to union in the hope of ending strike

Boeing makes revised offer, hopes union will accept and end strike

In hope of ending 2-month old strike, Boeing makes new offer to union

BLAGNAC, France: Airbus, the European aerospace giant, announced on October 16 that it plans to lay off 2,500 employees to turn around its struggling defense and space division.  The layoffs come amid ongoing challenges in the sector, including supply chain disruptions, rapidly evolving warfare technologies, and rising costs. The company also indicated that additional organizational changes would be imple

Airbus to lay off 2,500 to turn around space and defense division

Airbus to fire 2,500 workers to streamline space, defense division

To revamp space and defense division, Airbus to sack 2,500 workers

DUBLIN, Ireland: The Irish High Court has ruled that EasyGroup Ltd and EasyGroup IP Ireland Ltd, companies linked to the EasyJet brand, cannot sue Easy Forex Trading Limited and its parent company, Blue Capital Markets Ltd, in Ireland over the use of the word "Easy" in their business name. EasyGroup had claimed that Easy Forex's use of "Easy" in its name infringed on its intellectual property rights and sought a

EasyJet firms can't sue Cyprus firm in Ireland using 'easy' in title

EasyJet loses case against Cyprus firm in Ireland court on use of name

Ireland court throws out EasyJet suit against Cyprus firm on name use

CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing is preparing to issue layoff notices to thousands of employees amid deepening turmoil.  According to union and industry sources, the first notices are expected in the coming weeks. This follows Boeing's recent announcement to cut 17,000 jobs and take US$5 billion in charges, marking another tumultuous chapter for the company in 2024. Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie 

Boeing is in turmoil as it prepares to fire thousands of workers

Boeing to fire thousands of workers as strike shows no signs of ending

Boeing prepares layoff notices for many workers as turmoil deepens

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ryanair has announced plans to shift more flights to Belfast International Airport if the current passenger cap at Dublin Airport remains in place.  The airline's Chief Marketing Officer, Dara Brady, described Belfast as the "closest viable alternative" if Dublin's 32 million annual passenger limit is not lifted. Brady indicated that Ryanair would also explore options at other Irish airpo

Ryanair to move more flights to Belfast if Dublin passenger cap stays

Ryanair to shift more flights to Belfast to beat Dublin passenger cap

To bypass Dublin passenger cap, Ryanair to shift flights to Belfast

DUBLIN, Ireland: Nearly 18 million passengers passed through Dublin and Cork Airports in the first half of 2024, reflecting strong growth in both airports.  Dublin Airport saw a five percent increase in passenger traffic from January to June, while Cork Airport experienced an 11 percent rise, making it the fastest-growing airport in the country. The DAA group, which operates both airports, reported revenu

Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers in first half of 2024

Two airports in Ireland had 18 million footfalls in first half of 2024

In first half of 2024, Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers

CANBERRA, Australia: A helicopter crash that claimed the life of a pilot on the roof of an Australian hotel in Cairns two months ago was caused by the pilot being under the influence of alcohol, as well as his lack of qualifications to fly at night, according to an official investigation. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) released its final report, concluding that Blake Wilson, a 23-year-old New Zeal

Helicopter pilot who crashed onto Australian hotel roof was drunk

Helicopter pilot was drunk when he crashed into Australian hotel

Pilot who crashed helicopter into Australian hotel was inebriated

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - Etihad Airways, the UAE's national airline, has announced strong traffic figures for September 2024, marking a successful end to the summer holiday season. The airline welcomed 1.6 million passengers during the month, achieving an impressive average passenger load factor of 88 percent. Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, highlighted the company's upward trajectory. "Our pas

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