FAA clears path for Boeing Max 9 jets to fly, but blocks production expansion
On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration announced it was halting Boeing’s planned expansion of its 737 Max aircraft production, nearly three weeks after a door plug blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight.
Rents slipped in December but are still way above pre-pandemic levels
U.S. median rents dropped for the eighth month in a row in December, offering some relief for renters who are still contending with high inflation and interest rates.
Bilt Rewards announces $200M equity investment, raising valuation to $3.1 billion
Bilt Rewards on Wednesday announced a $200 million equity investment, which thrusts the company's valuation to $3.1 billion as Ken Chenault and Roger Goodell were added to its board.
FAA will have ‘boots on the ground’ at Boeing 737 MAX factory until quality control deemed appropriate: report
The head of the Federal Aviation Administration says there will be "boots on the ground" at Boeing's 737 MAX factory until it is "comfortable" that its quality control system is working.
Alaska Airlines CEO ‘angry’ over Max 9 issues, makes 'demand' of Boeing
Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci revealed his frustrations with Boeing, saying Tuesday he is “angry" and "disappointed" with the aircraft company.
CVS store to close after DC thieves ransack location for months, leaving shelves bare
A Washington D.C CVS pharmacy storefront is closing down after a large group of teens 'routinely' ransacked the store, leaving the shelves bare.
Boeing CEO to meet with senators amid 737 Max 9 grounding
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun will visit Capitol Hill this week to meet with a ground of senators as the company deals with the 737 Max 9 grounding following an accident earlier this month.
Delta Boeing plane loses nose tire moments before takeoff: 'Rolled off the runway'
A nose wheel on a Delta Boeing aircraft reportedly came loose and tumbled down a runway at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announces $2B medical debt bailout for up to 500K residents
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan to wipe out up to $2 billion in medical debt for hundreds of thousands of city residents during a press conference on Jan. 22, 2024.
Colorado pastor admits taking $1.3M in crypto scheme that targeted Christian community
A Denver pastor admits to accusation made against him and his wife in a civil fraud lawsuit filed to seek relief for investors of an alleged cryptocurrency fraud scheme,
American Airlines flight diverted after oven fire in galley: report
American Airlines says a flight from Austin to Charlotte was diverted to Houston following a “mechanical issue" that happened shortly after takeoff.
New York-bound flight canceled after passenger sees parts missing from wing
Virgin Atlantic initiated the precautionary additional engineering checks after a passenger told the flight crew about multiple missing bolt fastener tops,
Oakland, California's only In-N-Out restaurant closing due to crime
An In-N-Out location that is the only one in one Bay Area city will be closing this spring, the fast food chain announced. A statement cites crime as the reason.
FAA tells airlines to check door plugs on second Boeing plane
The FAA says airlines that operate Boeing 737-900ER aircraft should “visually inspect mid-exit door plugs to ensure the door is properly secured."
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's New Orleans home sells for $2.8M amid divorce battle
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's former New Orleans home sold at auction for $2.8 million. The French Quarter mansion once belonged to Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen.
Ryanair flight diverted after mid-air brawl creates chaos: reports
A mid-air fight on a Ryanair flight from London to the Canary Islands was diverted to Portugal on Friday, after a brawl involving several people created a chaotic situation.
San Francisco's largest mall loses more retailers as exodus continues
Westfield San Francisco Centre in downtown San Francisco continues to see tenants pack up and leave, and is now reportedly only 25% occupied as more shops shutter.
Plane taking off from Dulles airport makes emergency landing on highway
A small plane that took off from Dulles International Airport in Virginia was forced to make an emergency landing on the Loudoun County Parkway.
Popular Bahamas resort halts shark tank experience after boy is bitten by shark
Operations of a shark tank "expedition" at a popular Bahamas resort have been paused after a 10-year-old Maryland boy was bitten by a shark on Monday.
Airplane passenger becomes stuck inside bathroom for nearly entire flight after door malfunction: report
A passenger traveling on a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru this week reportedly became stuck for around an hour inside the aircraft’s bathroom.