After the fatal crash over the Potomac River, the President says diversity hiring has made the skies unsafe, but that's not how disability hiring works

Dry January will soon be over, but these Seattle spots offer zero proof year round  KUOW News and Information

Alaska students struggling with reading and math, national study shows  Alaska's News Source

Eight Opinion writers weigh in on whether she’s up to the job of director of national intelligence.

Despite a suboptimal winter, Alaska Ski for Women is still on for Sunday  Anchorage Daily News

The reptiles, an endangered species, were incapacitated when the water temperature plummeted after a rare winter storm hit the Panhandle last week.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said anyone wondering what the country would look like had the Confederacy won, should have no question under the current adminsitration.

More dramatic questioning on vaccines in RFK Jr's second confirmation hearing. Bond/Simmons-Duffin/Stone/Webber

Semiconductor giant Intel Corporation has already received $2.2 billion in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Commerce through the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act, the company shared during its Thursday earnings call. Dave Zinsner, Intel’s co-interim CEO, executive vice president, and CFO, said the Silicon Valley-based company received the first tranche of $1.1 billion […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

An odd moment occurred on the goal line during the Commanders-Eagles NFC championship matchup, and a hot mic caught Jayden Daniels' reaction to refs saying they could award a score.

President Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Energy, Chris Wright, has advanced to a final confirmation vote in the Senate.

San Francisco Giants Likely Don't Have Assets To Acquire Star Pitcher in Trade  Sports Illustrated

Key airport along approach to SFO may lose all air traffic controllers this week  San Francisco Chronicle

A recent high school graduate and former Neuralink intern has joined meetings to review lines of code and other work history of career public servants, sparking chaos at a major government agency.

Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy had an interesting take away after he had his first interaction with Taylor Swift.

The Pentagon is rushing to block DeepSeek on its network after some employees used the service, which stores data in China. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Single women here own roughly 76,569 more properties than single men.  The post Women lead the way: Mass. ranks 9th in US for widest gender gap in homeownership appeared first on Boston.com.

The results, which will be available in the coming months, will likely show a rise in homelessness in Boston, similar to last year's 10 percent increase. The post 250 volunteers canvas Boston neighborhoods, parks for homelessness census appeared first on Boston.com.

The top Republican on the Senate's chief health committee, Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., indicated Thursday that he was “struggling" to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his inability to admit vaccines are safe and don't cause autism.

United States: DHS Vacates Recent Temporary Protected Status Extension for Venezuela  Fragomen

Testifying in a confirmation hearing, Kash Patel, who is nominated to lead the F.B.I., also sought to allay fears about his fitness to serve.

Senators grill Tulsi Gabbard on Snowden, Syria at hearing to be intelligence chief  The Washington Post

In a meeting with Meta employees on Thursday, Mr. Zuckerberg also doubled down on recent changes to the company’s online speech policies and ending its diversity initiatives.

CVS locking up water, chips in SF stores is ‘last resort’ to deter theft, company says  KRON4

Alaska has some of the lowest mathematics and reading scores among fourth and eighth graders.  Alaska's News Source

Census Bureau Director Robert Santos is resigning, giving President Trump an early opportunity to nominate an appointee to lead the bureau during key preparations for the 2030 census.

Charlie McAvoy will join a Team USA leadership group that also includes Auston Matthews and Matthew Tkachuk. The post Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy named alternate captain for Team USA at ‘4 Nations’ tournament appeared first on Boston.com.

Can ‘Visible Learning’ help rural Alaska schools? Nome among districts testing new model  Knom

A bombshell report has accused veteran NFL player Justin Tucker of sexual misconduct, allegations the Baltimore Ravens star denied as "unequivocally false."

Intel nominee Gabbard tries to win over skeptics in U.S. Senate confirmation hearing  Georgia Recorder

Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's nominee for FBI director, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar had a tense exchange at Patel's confirmation hearing Wednesday on Capitol Hill.

Delta pulls out of Ketchikan and Sitka, leaving Alaska Airlines as the only major carrier  KTOO

Investigators say there are likely no survivors in the deadly aircraft collision that occurred Wednesday evening above the icy waters of the Potomac river.

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's embattled pick for national intelligence director, was grilled about whether she might clash with intelligence officers during her Senate confirmation hearing.

The staffing at the air control tower at Reagan National Airport was "not normal" when an American Airlines plane and Army helicopter collided on Wednesday night, a report shows.

The staffing at the air control tower at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport was "not normal" when an American Airlines plane and an Army helicopter collided on Wednesday night, a report shows.

Staffing at Washington National Airport air control tower was ‘not normal' on night of collision: FAA report  Fox News

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Chris Lehane, chief global affairs officer of OpenAI, about Stargate, DeepSeek and the future of AI development.

Jackie and Shadow are a mating pair of bald eagles in southern California, who have riveted thousands of viewers with the live cam of their eggs. The past two years, none of them hatched.

WATCH: NTSB holds news conference on aircraft collision in Washington, D.C.  PBS NewsHour

The exposed database was connected to the internet without a password, exposing GPS coordinates, names, phone numbers, and postal addresses. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

San Francisco Giants 'Expressed Interest' in Acquiring Silver Slugger Outfielder  Sports Illustrated

The plan to build a new residence hall, announced by the university in November 2022, has yet to be approved by Medford’s Community Development Board. The post Tufts dorm still in limbo with another rescheduled Community Development Board vote next week appeared first on Boston.com.

Italy's data protection authority on Thursday blocked access to the Chinese AI application DeepSeek to protect users' data and announced an investigation into the companies behind the chatbot.

Eight Opinion writers weigh in on whether she’s up to the job of director of national intelligence.

Share your top recommendations. The post Tell us: What’s the best thing to do in the Seaport and Wharf District? appeared first on Boston.com.

A commercial flight hit a military helicopter at Washington, D.C.'s Ronald Reagan National Airport Wednesday night. The airport has a history of crashes and near-misses going back decades.

Marc Molinaro, a former Republican congressman, would steer the Federal Transit Administration, which supports mass transit systems nationwide.

Viewpoint: San Francisco needs to call city workers back to the office full-time  The Business Journals

Cuts to diversity programs and other policy changes have frustrated some of Meta’s workers. One former employee calls it “a slow, painful death.”

With an electric current and hydrogen peroxide, researchers at Penn State have developed a more efficient way to extract lithium, a key component in the batteries used in electric vehicles and portable electric devices, directly from ore found in the common mineral spodumene. The process could facilitate a 35.6% reduction in cost and a 75.3% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to traditional, less sustainable extraction methods, according to the team led by Feifei Shi, assistant professor of energy engineering at Penn State.

American Airlines Flight 5342 was on final approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Virginia when the plane and a Black Hawk helicopter collided Jan. 29.

San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade: Here's everything you need to know about street closures, route and more  ABC7 Bay Area

CicLAvia's 2025 schedule just rolled in, with eight free dates coming up  NBC Los Angeles

Statement Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) Meeting on its 2024 Annual Report  United States Mission to the United Nations

Column | Federal workers should tell Trump ‘no deal’ on resignation offer  The Washington Post

Figure skating community reels from losses of athletes, coaches and family  The Washington Post

The Oscar race for best actress is getting nasty, with Karla Sofia Gascón -- the first transgender performer ever nominated for an Academy Award -- accusing the team behind a rival nominee of launching a smear campaign. The post Transgender Best Actress Oscar Nominee Karla Sofia Gascón Accuses Rival Nominee’s Team of Smear Campaign appeared first on Breitbart.

Circa, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch: Welcoming a new West Seattle Blog sponsor  West Seattle Blog

New technology from Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, is helping the EU establish its own competitive computer manufacturing industry. Researchers have developed components critical for optimizing on-chip memory, a key factor in enhancing the performance of next-generation computers.

Dr. Phinit Phisitkul Announces $1,000 Scholarship for Aspiring Medical Professionals Across the United States  GlobeNewswire

Preparations Begin for Joint IAM Bargaining at Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines  GOIAM

Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., quizzed FBI director nominee Kash Patel on how he would help get to the bottom of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.

Kennedy accused of 'misleading' vaccine arguments by Republican US senator  Reuters

Democrats sounded off about the White House sending U.S. troops to the southern border, but Army secretary nominee Daniel Driscoll insisted that he did not believe it would affect readiness.

Aviation safety in the United States: A look at runway incursions and aircraft collisions  Yahoo! Voices

A Prolific Japanese Bakery Just Opened Its First U.S. Location in Redondo Beach  Eater LA

A Bay Area airport near SFO is losing all its air traffic controllers starting this weekend  Fast Company

Billionaire developer Rick Caruso has formed a non-profit organization to rebuild the Pacific Palisades as it was -- without the "affordable housing" and density that the State of California and City of Los Angeles may demand. The post Rick Caruso Forms Nonprofit to Rebuild Palisades, Oppose ‘Affordable’ Housing appeared first on Breitbart.

Keith Law: Who Mariners could trade from No. 1 farm system for impact now  Seattle Sports

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hurt Trump’s quest for US energy dominance  Atlantic Council

Kash Patel battled Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., during his FBI directorial confirmation hearing, particularly in regard to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riots.

The messages showed that F.B.I. investigators took normal bureaucratic steps and precautions when opening an extraordinarily sensitive inquiry into Mr. Trump’s attempts to overturn the 2020 election.

Key airport along approach to SFO to lose all air traffic controllers this week  San Francisco Chronicle

Letter to NSA Waltz Calling For Tightening Export Controls on Chips Critical to China's AI Platform DeepSeek and Other Measures to Address its Risks to Americans’ Data and Security  Select Committee on the CCP |

Conservative law firm Alliance Defending Freedom pushes probe into five major universities after alleged "censorship" practices that were funded by taxpayers.

San Francisco Giants Urged to Sign Starting Pitcher Before Spring Training  Sports Illustrated

These reservations come with a side of charm. The post 7 of America’s most romantic restaurants in 2025 are in New England, according to OpenTable appeared first on Boston.com.

Washington bill would restrict when outside National Guard troops can enter the state  Washington State Standard

The person who was arrested Monday for allegedly plotting to kill Trump officials is identified as 24-year-old Ryan Michael English, who prefers to go by Riley Jane. The post Revealed: Suspect Accused of Plot to Kill Trump Officials Is Transgender appeared first on Breitbart.

U.S. prosecutors accused an Argentinian national living in Spain of being an “active administrator” of Nulled, one of the two hacking forums seized and shut down by authorities. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Moolenaar, Krishnamoorthi Call For Tightening Export Controls on Chips Critical to China's AI Platform DeepSeek and Other Measures to Address its Risks to Americans’ Data and Security  Select Committee on the CCP |

Outfielder Mickey Moniak and Los Angeles Angels go to salary arbitration hearing  FOX Sports

Live updates: Tulsi Gabbard grilled during Senate confirmation hearing for intelligence chief  The Washington Post

Former Rep. Mike Rogers of Michigan says he's considering a second straight Republican run for U.S. Senate days after Democratic Sen. Gary Peters announced he wouldn't seek re-election in the 2026 midterms

While driving home, Ari Shulman said a "spray of sparks" in the sky caught his attention as he watched in horror the midair collision unfold.

Airport on SFO flight path to lose all air traffic controllers in pay dispute  The San Francisco Standard

Airport 10 miles from SFO to lose all air traffic controllers in pay dispute  The San Francisco Standard

Trust in the intelligence community is at an "all-time low," Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, said at her confirmation hearing. The post DNI Nominee Tulsi Gabbard Lays Out Weaponization of Biden Admin: Trust Is at an ‘All-Time Low’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Kennedy accused of 'misleading' vaccine arguments by Republican senator  Reuters

US foreign aid freeze is upending global aid and the work of contractors  CNN

The 25-year deal would enable Chestnut Carbon to reforest 60,000 acres of land across Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Several figure skaters, including two-time Olympian Tonya Harding, have spoken out on the fatal plane crash near Washington, D.C., where several members of U.S. Figure Skating are feared dead.

President Donald Trump's DNI pick Tulsi Gabbard said 9/11 would likely been prevented if not for government "stovepipeing," she said in the Senate Intelligence Committee hearing.

Bakso can be found with mom Sohni on the Maharajah Jungle Trek!

Former colleagues of ex-Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., detailed the senator's fall from grace and the impact it will have on his legacy, in a New York Times report.

One of Seattle’s best restaurants is hiding inside this cafe and wine bar  The Seattle Times

Team USA names Auston Matthews captain for 4 Nations: Why he was the pick, and notable omissions - The Athletic  The Athletic

The electronics of the future can be made even smaller and more efficient by getting more memory cells to fit in less space. One way to achieve this is by adding the noble gas xenon when manufacturing digital memories.

To make smart bets on the current wave of startups, Matt Hartman thinks venture capitalists will need a deeper understanding of the tech those startups are building. Hartman (pictured above) spent nine years as a partner Betaworks before starting a new firm, Factorial Capital, where he’s developed a different approach to identifying the startups with […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

A school district in Newton, Massachusetts, is engaged in massive internal changed after a coalition of parents and teachers rose up against COVID-era DEI education reforms.

An aviation attorney told Fox News Digital he expects the families of the victims of Wednesday's midair collision will file lawsuits in the coming days.

Approaches to regulating artificial intelligence (AI), from creation to deployment and use in practice, vary internationally. Daryl Lim, Penn State Dickinson Law associate dean for research and innovation, H. Laddie Montague Jr. Chair in Law and Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS) co-hire, has proposed an "equity by design" framework to better govern the technology and protect marginalized communities from potential harm in an article published on Jan. 27 in the Duke Technology Law Review.

A school official in a Texas school district has been seen advising parents of transgender students to hide their trans kids from officials. The post School Official Appears to Advise Parents of Trans Athletes to Change Birth Certificates to Play Girls’ Sports appeared first on Breitbart.

Amazon has started the year with a series of layoffs across different parts of the company as it continues to trim its workforce and streamline operations.

On Wednesday’s broadcast of NewsNation’s “The Hill,” Oklahoma Education Superintendent Ryan Walters (R) argued that universities that refuse to work with law enforcement and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should lose taxpayer funding. Host Blake Burman asked, “So, what happens The post Oklahoma Superintendent: Colleges That Won’t Work with ICE Should Be Defunded appeared first on Breitbart.

The historic fires in Los Angeles meant many students lost homes, schools, or both. Now, as some schools reopen, families are trying to find routine.

A paraprofessional has been placed on leave from the South Shore Educational Collaborative due to allegations of inappropriate relationships with Hull High School students. The post Hull school employee accused of inappropriate relationships with students appeared first on Boston.com.

Legislative seafood industry task force finalizes report to forward to fellow lawmakers  Alaska's News Source

A Texas school district provided a statement addressing a video of an admin saying a trans child can play in girls' sports by changing their birth certificate.

Student stabbed after altercation involving another student outside Franklin High School in Highland Park  ABC7 Los Angeles

Apple’s iPhone sales may be down, but the company’s Services division, which includes the App Store, iCloud, Music, TV+, and other subscriptions, is still soaring. The Cupertino-based tech giant reported Thursday its Services business had an all-time revenue high of $26.3 billion for the quarter ended December 28, up 14% year-over-year. Services generated nearly $100 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Cushion, a fintech startup that described itself as the “Plaid for buy now, pay later (BNPL),” has shut down. On Thursday, founder and CEO Paul Kesserwani posted on LinkedIn about the decision to wind down the company at the end of 2024. In the post, Kesserwani said that “despite bringing multiple new fintech products to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google is testing a new “Ask for Me” feature that uses AI to call local businesses on your behalf, for information about availability and pricing. The feature is available on desktop and mobile for users who have opted into the company’s Search Labs experiments. The idea is to help users access information without having to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Muni to cut service on a number of bus lines this summer, as it confronts $50 million shortfall  San Francisco Chronicle

President Trump has signed settlement papers that will require Mark Zuckerberg's Meta to pay roughly $25 million to resolve a 2021 lawsuit Trump filed after the company suspended his accounts on Facebook and Instagram. The post Mark Zuckerberg’s MAGA Makeover Continues: Meta to Pay $25 Million to Settle Donald Trump’s Lawsuit appeared first on Breitbart.

Philanthropists, prominent families donate $30 million to finish Memorial Stadium project  KOMO News

The European Central Bank’s reduction, the fifth consecutive cut since last summer, came a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates.

SuperOps has raised $25 million in an all-equity Series C round led by March Capital to bolster AI integration into tools supporting managed service providers and IT teams. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

A San Francisco man wants Dave Ramsey to talk him out of buying a $250K Lamborghini — here’s his surprising answer  Yahoo Finance

Ukraine aid groups cut services, scramble for cash after US funding shock  Reuters

Microsoft said Wednesday that its profit for the October-December quarter grew 10% as it works to capitalize on the huge amounts of money it has spent to advance its artificial intelligence technology.

Analysis | $50 million for condoms in Gaza? There’s no evidence for the White House claim.  The Washington Post

French startup Swan has raised another €42 million (around $44 million at current exchange rates). The company considers this round as the second part of the Series B round that was originally announced in September 2024. Swan helps other companies offer financial products at scale. The company can generate both virtual and physical cards that […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Washington County to spend $25 million on new radio technology for first responders  CBS News

Chris Stapleton and Wife Morgane Donate $1 Million to Los Angeles Wildfire Relief  PEOPLE

Six-year Indiana University center Mike Katic has decided not to enter the NFL Draft and will join Barstool Sports as a media personality and analyst.

NFL legend Troy Aikman said the NFL "owes" it to fans to get officiating issues resolved amid the recent drama during an appearance on “SI Media with Jimmy Traina."

How to Successfully Transfer Your Manufacturing Plant From Mexico to the United States  The National Law Review

How to watch Washington Wizards vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Thursday's NBA game  CBS Sports

Creating an email alias can help clean up your inbox by organizing emails based on purpose, like creating different aliases for shopping, newsletters and work.

The commissioner said he's looking into the idea of shortening the game. Other coaches got fired up about it. The post Joe Mazzulla doesn’t care about cutting NBA quarters to 10 minutes, but Adam Silver is ‘a fan’ of the idea appeared first on Boston.com.

Major League Soccer and Apple announced details of this year's MLS Season Pass streaming package on Wednesday. And this time, the details weren't just about MLS and Apple.

Asuka, the 43-year-old WWE superstar, posted a series of statements on Wednesday night explaining how she feels in danger after recent fan interactions.

For years, the Twitch streamer Valentin Squirelo has been seeking new ways players with disabilities can enjoy games without expensive hardware. Now he and his community of fans have invented a solution.

Clay Matthews was only able to win one Super Bowl with arguably the most talented quarterback ever. Maybe that's why he's able to appreciate the Chiefs' greatness.

How to watch San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Clippers: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Wednesday's NBA game  CBS Sports

Live updates: Day before D.C. plane crash, another jet had to abort first landing at Reagan National  The Washington Post

Live updates: Collision between helicopter and plane kills 67 in nation's deadliest air disaster in over 20 years  The Associated Press

"Our hearts are with The Skating Club of Boston, the entire figure skating community and everyone that has been affected by this tragedy." The post TD Garden holds moment of silence in remembrance of DC plane crash victims  appeared first on Boston.com.

An American Airlines regional jet went down in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

"I know that's not the popular pick, I'm not trying to be popularized," Newton said. The post Former Patriots QB Cam Newton says he wouldn’t trade his MVP award for a Super Bowl title appeared first on Boston.com.

A 43-year-old Milton woman was found in her car with several gunshot wounds Thursday morning, Milton police said. The post Milton woman hospitalized after being found shot in vehicle, police say appeared first on Boston.com.

President Donald Trump on Thursday took executive action to address FAA hires and aviation safety after an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet in D.C.

Teen figure skaters and their coaches, group of hunters and students among victims of air crash  The Associated Press

Pedestrian dies a week after being struck by driver in S.F.’s Sunnydale neighborhood  San Francisco Chronicle

How to watch the Los Angeles FireAid benefit concert tonight supporting fire victims  CBS NewsFireAid: Los Angeles benefit concert to feature Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo  BBC.comFireAid: How to Watch the All-Star Benefit Concerts in Los Angeles  Variety

The Washington Wizards held a moment of silence before their game against the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday night to honor the victims in Wednesday's midair collision.

US probes release of arrested immigrant in first challenge to sanctuary cities  Reuters

New Seattle police chief talks department culture, recruiting officers  KING5.com

What We Know About the Plane and Helicopter Crash Near Washington, D.C.  The New York TimesRonald Reagan Washington ‘one of the most demanding airports’ for pilots, who face ‘helicopter alley’  New York Post

Exclusive new photos show the FBI has joined the Department of Homeland Security in President Donald Trump's nationwide crackdown on criminal aliens and migrant crime.

AROUND ALASKA: Post Office Vandalism, Farm Forum, and New Police Partner!  youralaskalink

The investigation is part of a wider government probe into a gambling ring that was linked to former Raptors forward Jontay Porter. The post Former Celtic Terry Rozier under investigation for illegal betting scheme  appeared first on Boston.com.

Live updates: Black boxes recovered from plane, helicopter crash that left no survivors  NBC Washington

Among the unanswered questions about the crash near Washington, D.C., are the flight pattern of the Black Hawk helicopter and the exact nature of its training exercise.

Live updates: A day before D.C. plane crash, another jet landing at Reagan National had to ‘go-around’  The Washington Post

Federal prosecutors filed an amended list of charges against the music mogul on Thursday and said he had coerced two additional women into sex acts.

Social media erupted after Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Kash Patel, nominee for FBI director, clashed over a Jan 6 song and the use of the word "we."

Alaskan travelers react to deadly Washington DC collision between airline jet, Army helicopter  Alaska's News Source

Indiana University alum among those killed in American Airlines crash over Washington DC.  IndyStar

Invasive freshwater fish able to swim through Alaska’s Cook Inlet, study proves  Anchorage Daily News

Mr. Chopra, long a target of criticism by Republican lawmakers and banks, has not yet been forced out. “I swore an oath to a five-year term,” he said this week.

A congressional subcommittee will hold a hearing addressing overregulation in California following the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.

Members of Pennsylvania skating club, Delaware coach among Washington, D.C. midair collision and plane crash victims  6ABC Philadelphia

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

Washington plane crash live: Trump says no survivors in helicopter collision  The Times

Salwan Momika, a 38-year-old Iraqi man who staged several burnings and desecrations of the Quran in Sweden in 2023, has been killed in a shooting near Stockholm.

NPR's Ailsa Chang visits the Kali Mandir temple in Laguna Canyon to talk with singer Radhika Vekaria, who's nominated for her first Grammy for her album Warriors of Light.

Study: Homicide and suicide are leading causes of maternal death in the United States  Contemporary Obgyn

Kash Patel is a frequent critic of the FBI who has spread conspiracy theories. He gets a Senate hearing Thursday to run the agency he wants to shake up.

Pilot, flight attendant on passenger jet that crashed in Washington are identified  Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News

Return to the ‘mother ship’: Seattle startup studio Madrona Venture Labs is absorbed by Madrona  GeekWire

Return to the ‘mother ship’: Seattle startup studio Madrona Venture Labs absorbed by Madrona  GeekWire

It will be some time before investigators can offer clear answers to the cause of the midair crash at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport but air traffic controller audio and radar reviewed by NPR offer some insight into what happened before.

Without evidence, President Trump and other administration officials claimed that DEI programs led to Wednesday's fatal air crash. DEI has recently become a common talking point to blame disasters on.

The Philadelphia Eagles opened Brandon Graham's practice window, giving the star defensive end a chance to return for the Super Bowl against the Chiefs.

An American Airlines regional jet went down in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Rep. Troy Nehls spoke with Fox News Digital about what he's learning about the fatal collision between a military helicopter and a small passenger jet.

Olympic star Nancy Kerrigan fought through tears as she spoke about those who were lost in a tragic plane crash, which occurred on Wednesday night.

FCC chair, Republican Brendan Carr, reportedly sent a letter to NPR and PBS announcing the launch of an investigation into potential airing of 'prohibited commercial' ads.

Alaska Air National Guard’s rescue mission ongoing after plane crash near Faro, Yukon  Yukon News

No clear reason yet for Washington air disaster that killed 67, officials say  Reuters

President Donald Trump got into a tense conversation with CNN host Kaitlan Collins after she objected to his theory that DEI played a role in the D.C. plane crash.

How to Watch the Los Angeles FireAid Benefit Concerts: Performers, Schedule, More  Parade Magazine

Here's what is known about the deadly collision between a passenger jet and Army helicopter  The Associated Press

No survivors expected after plane crashes with helicopter over Washington, DC  Semafor

Donald Trump's DHS chief, Kristi Noem, has frozen government funding for the progressive groups that aid migrants, pending a 90-day review. The post Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem Chops Funding for Migrant Aid Groups appeared first on Breitbart.

D.C. Plane Crash Puts Spotlight on History of ‘Near Misses’ in the U.S.  TIME

Sen. Elizabeth Warren discussed her viral back-and-forth with RFK Jr. on Thursday during an interview on "The View," saying the U.S. could be left with "no vaccines."

NBA player Terry Rozier is currently under investigation by federal prosecutors over suspicions of an illegal betting scheme, the NBA confirmed Thursday.

Figure skating broadcasters Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir were emotional in discussing the plane crash that is presumed to have taken the lives of many skaters.

FireAid, a benefit for LA wildfire relief, is almost here. Here’s how to watch and donate  The Associated Press

Washington plane crash live: Investigation details emerge as Trump blames DEI  The Times

Authorities in the Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis have launched an investigation after discovering a partially submerged boat containing at least 19 bodies.

Former Carolina Panthers star quarterback Cam Newton said he would not trade his MVP award for a Super Bowl win during a recent episode of ESPN's "First Take."

'Black box' flight data recorder recovered in DC plane crash: Live updates  USA TODAY

Four Philly artists receive $50,000 from the United States Artists Fellowship award  The Philadelphia Inquirer

Live updates: Collision between helicopter and plane kills 67 in nation's worst air disaster in a generation  The Associated Press

Families and friends of those who lost loved ones in the deadly American Airlines and Army helicopter collision are sharing tributes online in memory of the crash victims.

In maps and graphics: See what happened in DC plane crash with helicopter  USA TODAY

Microsoft founder Bill Gates expressed his surprise at the growing conservative presence in Silicon Valley and is personally committed to engaging with the Trump administration, according to a recent interview with the New York Times. The post Creepy Bill Gates Is Shocked that Silicon Valley Is Shifting to the Right appeared first on Breitbart.

Members of Pennsylvania skating clubs, Delaware coach among Washington, D.C. midair collision and plane crash victims  6ABC Philadelphia

"The writing is tight, the suspense is unrelenting" in Boston-based Joseph Finder's latest thriller, "The Oligarch's Daughter." The post Book Review: Hunted by the FBI and Russian Oligarch, a hedge fund manager flees into the wilderness appeared first on Boston.com.

Video shows man stab woman walking down street in Los Angeles, police searching for suspect  ABC13 Houston

Covington had been with the Patriots since 2017. The post Former Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington reportedly set to for role with Packers appeared first on Boston.com.

An American Airlines jet carrying 64 people plunged into the Potomac River after colliding in midair with an Army helicopter on Wednesday night. The post Collision between helicopter and jetliner kills 67 in nation’s worst air disaster in a generation appeared first on Boston.com.

'We will find out what happened,' NTSB vows after tragic midair collision: Live updates  USA TODAY

Teens from a Boston skating club, their mothers, and coaches among passengers killed in air crash  The Associated Press

At least three wildfires have ignited near towns in North Carolina still recovering from the devastating and deadly Hurricane Helene.  The post Wildfires Ignite Near North Carolina Towns Devastated by Hurricane Helene appeared first on Breitbart.

An American Airlines regional jet went down in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Washington plane crash live: Trump blames DEI hires for deadly accident  The Times

California Wildfire Updates: Palisades, Eaton Fires More Than 96% Contained  Forbes

A new Chicago casino set to open in 2026 has guaranteed 25% ownership to women and minority investors, prompting a lawsuit.

Major Storm Systems To Bring Rain, Snow To West; Seattle And Portland Could Get First Snows  Yahoo! Voices

Gwinnett County high school grad identified as crew chief on Blackhawk helicopter that crashed in DC  Atlanta News First

California wildfire cleanup is complicated by highly combustible lithium-ion batteries found in electric and hybrid vehicles popular in Los Angeles County.

RFK Jr. on the defensive over vaccine views as key confirmation vote hangs in the balance  NBC Los Angeles

Some victims in deadly Washington, DC, plane crash ID'd; airline tied to Ohio. What we know  The Cincinnati Enquirer

A timeline of the Washington, D.C., plane crash on Jan. 29 details the moments before and after an American Airlines passenger flight and Army helicopter collided over the Potomac.

‘They're gone': Northern Virginia skaters, coach were on plane that crashed  NBC Washington

Deep divisions exist around the plan to renovate White Stadium in Franklin Park through a public-private partnership with a pro soccer team. The post Resolution for White Stadium construction pause narrowly fails in City Council appeared first on Boston.com.

A PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet collided with a Black Hawk helicopter while on approach at Reagan Washington National Airport at about 9 p.m. Wednesday.

DC plane crash live updates: Harrowing new photos show submerged, mangled remnants of Black Hawk chopper, AA plane involved in deadly DC crash  New York Post

Warmth is weakening the polar vortex. Here’s what it means for extreme cold.  The Washington Post

Trump Responds to Washington Plane Crash With Racist, Ableist Diatribe  Mother Jones

Live updates: Trump baselessly criticizes DEI in D.C. plane crash; 67 feared dead  The Washington Post

Washington, Baltimore archbishops offer prayers after deadly DC plane crash  Catholic News Agency

An American Airlines regional jet went down in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

The plane had been cleared to land on Reagan National Airport’s main runway. But in the final moments of the flight, air traffic control asked the pilot to land on a separate, intersecting runway.

D.C. plane crash live updates as search for victims continues in Potomac River; no survivors from disaster  CBS News

U.S. figure skating team members were aboard plane that crashed near Washington D.C.  Yahoo Sports

Aviation attorney Jim Brauchle told Fox News Digital that a "combination" of factors could have led to the deadly collision near Reagan National Airport.

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom appeared to blame the Black Hawk military helicopter for the collision on Wednesday at Ronald Reagan National Airport, CNBC reported Thursday. The post American Airlines CEO Appears to Blame Military Helicopter for Deadly D.C.-Area Crash appeared first on Breitbart.

Washington DC Plane Crash Highlights: Trump Says US Is 'In Mourning' After No Survivors From Plane Crash  NDTV

'Everyone knows everyone': Minnesota figure skating community reacts to Washington plane crash  MPR News

What we know about the American Airlines plane and Army helicopter crash over D.C.'s Potomac River  CBS News

Alaska Authors: Artist Doug Lindstrand distills five decades of experience into a new guide on drawing Alaska wildlife  Anchorage Daily News

Celebrate Black History Month in Seattle with New Restaurants, Tasting Rooms, and Exhibit Openings  Visit Seattle

Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) present a revolutionary leap in renewable energy technology with their high efficiency, lightweight, and flexible nature. But their commercial applications are often hindered by their sensitivity to environmental factors like heat and humidity.

HGTV star Christina Haack explained why she believed filming her new reality show "The Flip Off" with her estranged husband Josh Hall was a "recipe for disaster."

Reflecting on a transformative residency program, the jazz vocalist now nominated for her first Grammy Award says her album Journey in Black reflects "the expansiveness of the Black experience."

The company, founded by 25-year-old Kian Sadeghi, announced a $14 million Series A, bringing its total funding to about $32 million. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google SVP Rick Osterloh issued an internal memo to the Pixel/Android/Chrome team Thursday, announcing a “voluntary exit program.” TechCrunch has confirmed the letter’s existence with the company, after it was first reported by 9 to 5 Google. In a statement to TechCrunch, a spokesperson notes, The Platforms & Devices team is offering a voluntary exit […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Lawmakers have expressed concerns about congestion in at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport amid a constricted space.

ElevenLabs, one of the more popular startups working in the field AI audio, said Thursday that it has raised a Series C round of $180 million, valuing the company at $3.3 billion post-money. a16z and ICONIQ Growth are co-leading investment. Rumors of the fundraise were first reported by TechCrunch. The final numbers confirm some but […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Why the airspace near Reagan airport in Washington has long been a concern  USA TODAY

Why the airspace near Reagan Washington National Airport has long been a concern  USA TODAY

Executive Order Aims to Strengthen US Leadership in Digital Financial Technology – Publications  Morgan Lewis

As the demand for digital security grows, researchers have developed a new optical system that uses holograms to encode information, creating a level of encryption that traditional methods cannot penetrate. This advance could pave the way for more secure communication channels, helping to protect sensitive data.

Washington DC airspace challenges highlighted by passenger jet and Army helicopter collision  Reuters

Jared Zhao originally got interested in data analytics during his time at UC Berkeley because he was drawn to how it could turn raw data into a story. Zhao founded his first data analytics startup Polyture in 2021. But advancements in generative AI just a year later made Zhao realize what Polyture was building was […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Tesla's fourth-quarter adjusted profits rose slightly amid a big push to sell its electric vehicles with offers of zero financing and other incentives, but the results still fell short of Wall Street forecasts.

Collision between passenger jet and Army helicopter highlights Washington DC airspace challenges  Reuters

Bringing forward the return of Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams would leave just a single astronaut operating the US portion of the International Space Station.

Scientists race to restore Calif.'s largest — and contaminated — freshwater lake  SFGATE

The world is experiencing more frequent and intense heat waves, floods, hurricanes, and wildfires due to rising greenhouse gas emissions. The energy sector is one of the largest contributors to climate change, yet it also plays a crucial role in the strategies needed to mitigate and adapt to its effects, contributing to the achievement of ambitious climate goals.

As rising seas lap at its shore, Tuvalu faces an existential threat. In an effort to preserve the tiny island nation in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, its government has been building a "digital twin" of the entire country.

Researchers report on Jan. 30 in the journal Joule that a more efficient and environmentally friendly form of refrigeration might be on the horizon. The new technology is based on thermogalvanic cells that produce a cooling effect by way of a reversible electrochemical reaction.

Inspired by the movement of insects gliding on the surface of water, University of Waterloo researchers have designed tiny robots controlled by light, offering promising possibilities for environmental remediation and biomedical applications. Their work is published in Advanced Functional Materials.

Jillian Michaels is praising Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after a contentious first day of his Senate confirmation hearing as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Influencer apologizes after hurling racial slur at valet workers in Beverly Hills  NBC Los Angeles

Despite waiver from U.S. on aid freeze, health and humanitarian groups uncertain if they can proceed  Reuters

San Carlos Airport set to lose air traffic controllers amid pay dispute  CBS San Francisco

An aircraft is down near Washington’s Reagan Airport, and takeoffs and landings are halted  WGN TV Chicago

Small aircraft down near Washington's Reagan Airport, takeoffs and landings halted  WPMT FOX 43

A small aircraft is down near Washington's Reagan Airport and takeoffs and landings are halted  WRAL News