The plane known as “Queen of the Skies” helped make air travel more affordable, but it has been supplanted by smaller, more efficient aircraft.
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Analysis: A brutal mercenary army is gaining power in Putin’s Russia
There’s a growing rift at the top of the Russian government between Vladimir Putin’s official military and the off-the-books mercenary force that has achieved some gains for Russia in Ukraine.
Oxford student who stole £2million worth of cryptocurrency is jailed for four years
Wybo Wiersma set up a bogus website for people investing in online currency lota, and stole millions from more than 100 victims in the process.
Man who drove Tesla off cliff with family inside charged with attempted murder
Two of the three counts have enhancements for domestic violence, court documents show.
Multiple people shot in Lakeland, Florida, police say
At least 10 people were injured in a drive-by shooting.
Actor Cindy Williams, best known for her role in the ‘Laverne & Shirley’ TV sitcom, has died at age 75, her family says.
Actor Cindy Williams, best known for her role in the 'Laverne & Shirley' TV sitcom, has died at age 75, her family says. https://t.co/sExIkX5Lbp
— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 31, 2023
Tyre Nichols Death, Two EMTs And Fire Lieutenant Who Came To Scene Fired
More first responders have now been fired in the wake of Tyre Nichols’ death … and this time it’s a fire lieutenant and two EMTs who responded to the scene. The Memphis Fire Department announced Monday it fired three members of Engine 55 ……
Congressman Sends Inert Grenades to Colleagues at House Offices
Representative Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, gave the grenades as gifts to colleagues in the House, drawing mixed reactions from fellow freshmen.
Donald Trump Sues Bob Woodward, Simon & Schuster Over Release Of Interview Audio Recordings
Donald Trump has found a new avenue to sue the media: Copyright. He filed a lawsuit in federal court on Monday, alleging that Bob Woodward and his publisher, Simon & Schuster, needed his permission before releasing the audio book, The Trump Tapes, last year. The audiobook is a collection of 20 interviews that Woodward conducted […]
“Father of Peeps” candy inventor Bob Born dies at 98
Ira “Bob” Born developed a machine to make the marshmallow chicks in just six minutes, down from 27 hours previously.
Biden says U.S. won’t be providing F-16s to Ukraine
U.S. officials hadn’t before closed off that possibility.
Two Monkeys Allegedly Stolen from Dallas Zoo, Latest Weird Disappearance
Two primates at the Dallas Zoo have allegedly been ape-napped — at least that’s what the zoo is saying … just the latest in a string of bizarre animal-related disappearances. Zoo officials notified Dallas PD Monday that a couple of their emperor…
WWE legend Hulk Hogan paralyzed from the waist down following latest back surgery
Wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan, 69, reportedly has no feeling in his lower body following his latest in a series of back surgeries in which nerves were removed. It is unknown if that was intentional.
Initial Police Report on Tyre Nichols Arrest Is Contradicted by Videos
The police report was the latest instance in which video evidence offered a starkly different account of police violence than what officers had reported themselves.
Kanye’s Presidential Campaign Paid Milo Yiannopoulos Almost $50k Last Year
Kanye West’s presidential aspirations don’t come cheap — just ask his campaign, which paid Milo Yiannopoulos tens of thousands last year … while reimbursing Nick Fuentes for a few expenses, as well. According to FEC filings obtained and viewed…
Fox Renews Hulu Streaming Deal for In-Season Episodes
Fox Corp.’s Fox Entertainment and Disney’s Hulu announced a multiyear content deal renewal, encompassing in-season streaming rights for Fox’s primetime shows. The pact also includes “an extensive multiplatform strategic marketing alliance,” the companies said. That will feature joint Fox and Hulu branding across all Fox-owned and “external marketing touchpoints” to “align live and on-demand viewing […]
Grindr users warned after two Spanish-speaking thieves drugged and robbed four men they met on app
Grindr users have been warned amid reports two Spanish-speaking thieves drugged and robbed four men they met on the gay hook-up app, between New Year’s Eve and January 9, in London.
Celebrities who endorsed crypto and NFTs are facing civil lawsuits from investors who suffered losses on virtual assets, as well as scrutiny by regulators for allegedly duping the investing public
Celebrities who endorsed crypto and NFTs are facing civil lawsuits from investors who suffered losses on virtual assets, as well as scrutiny by regulators for allegedly duping the investing public https://t.co/c8HGdQZ2sa
— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) January 30, 2023
‘That’s a scary sight’: Man finds 4-foot snake in toilet
A snake catcher in Australia calmly removed the tree snake after a man found it in his toilet.
Ford boosts production of its flagship EV and drops prices to compete with Tesla
Ford is boosting production of its popular Mustang Mach-E electric SUV and dropping its sticker price weeks after Tesla dropped prices of its vehicles. The move represents a substantial roll-back of price hikes Ford announced last summer on the 2023 models — but buyers may still be paying somewhat more than before the increases.
Ex-publisher of National Enquirer set to meet with prosecutors investigating Trump
David Pecker, the former head of the company that publishes the National Enquirer, is expected to meet with Manhattan prosecutors investigating former President Donald Trump, people familiar with the matter said, indicating the probe is escalating.
Marilyn Manson sued for sexual assault of underage girl
Marilyn Manson is being sued for allegedly grooming and assaulting an underage girl multiple times in the 1990s, according to a new lawsuit.
Andrew Tate gives Channel 4 ‘full access’ to never-seen-before footage for new documentary
The former kickboxing champion is in custody in Romania facing allegations of human trafficking and being part of a crime gang along with his brother Tristan.
Tyre Nichols’ death sparks conversation about race and policing
Former NYPD Assistant Commissioner Keith Taylor and Professor at Brooklyn Law Alexis Hoag-Fordjour join “CBS Mornings” to discuss the renewed debate over race and policing in this country after the death of Tyre Nichols.