68 m. ago Early vote count favors Australia's government being reelected for a second term

Early vote counting in Australia's general election suggested the government was likely return for a second term. Energy policy and inflation have been major issues as the country faces a cost of living crisis.

Politics

7 h. ago ‘Unacceptable’: US Army helicopter disrupts flights at Washington airport

‘Unacceptable’: US Army helicopter disrupts flights at Washington airport  South China Morning Post

Politics

9 h. ago 2 Planes Abort Landings as Army Helicopter Flies Near D.C. Airport

The episode followed a fatal collision between a military helicopter and a commercial jet in January, and prompted concern and outrage among officials.

Events

10 h. ago NTSB probing aborted landings at Reagan National Airport prompted by nearby Army helicopter

NTSB probing aborted landings at Reagan National Airport prompted by nearby Army helicopter  CNN

Events

11 h. ago Why some Texas residents are wary of Elon Musk's potential SpaceX town

Elon Musk’s SpaceX already has a footprint in South Texas but now wants to create an official municipality for the launch site called Starbase.

Technology

12 h. ago 'This should not be happening,' doctor says as measles cases rise to more than 900 in U.S.

'This should not be happening,' doctor says as measles cases rise to more than 900 in U.S.  upi.com

Politics

12 h. ago Newark Airport Is Experiencing Major Flight Delays. What’s Causing Them?

Staffing shortages at an air traffic control center have added to the effects of a runway closure, prompting United Airlines to cut flights at the hub.

Events

12 h. ago Australians vote in election, with high prices and housing shortage major issues

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's center-left Labor Party is seeking a second term. His opponent, conservative opposition leader Peter Dutton, wants to become the first political leader to oust a first-term government since 1931.

Politics

13 h. ago Aircraft diverted from Santa Monica Airport lands at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades

Aircraft diverted from Santa Monica Airport lands at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades  NBC4 Los Angeles

Transport

13 h. ago Trump administration plans major downsizing at U.S. spy agencies

Trump administration plans major downsizing at U.S. spy agencies  The Washington Post

Politics

14 h. ago Measles scare at major airport: What to know about potential exposure

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is sounding the alarm on a potential measles exposure at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Here's what you need to know.

Transport

15 h. ago These race car drivers turn lemons (and $500) into an endurance contest like no other

The Tour of Lemons is an endurance car race with a major tweak: The cars can't cost more than $500. But teams can decorate them any way they like – a recent race included a Toyota topped with googly eyes.

Transport

15 h. ago US State Departments approves potential sale of tactical missiles to Norway

US State Departments approves potential sale of tactical missiles to Norway  Reuters

Politics

15 h. ago US measles total passes 900 as CDC responds to alternative treatment push

US measles total passes 900 as CDC responds to alternative treatment push  CIDRAP

Politics

16 h. ago Measles cases surpass 900 in US, outbreaks in 6 states, CDC data shows

Measles cases in the U.S. have surpassed 900 as outbreaks continue to spread across the county, according to new CDC data published Friday.

Politics

16 h. ago US army plans for a potential parade of 6,600 soldiers on Trump’s birthday

US army plans for a potential parade of 6,600 soldiers on Trump’s birthday  The Guardian

Politics

16 h. ago State’s Latino population source of $30B in Mass. economic growth

Advocates say there is unlocked potential. The post State’s Latino population source of $30B in Mass. economic growth appeared first on Boston.com.

Economics

16 h. ago RFK Jr. Orders Search for New Measles Treatments Instead of Urging Vaccination

Decades of research have turned up no miracle treatment for measles, but studies show the M.M.R. shot is 97 percent effective in preventing the disease.

Politics

16 h. ago Meet the AI, crypto executive cozying up to Trump while also backing resistance movement: 'Won't be fooled'

A major player in crypto and artificial intelligence is attempting to cozy up to the Trump administration and is a longtime Democratic operative and six-figure donor to Dems.

Politics

16 h. ago Hegseth, Signal questions dog Waltz as potentially perilous UN ambassador confirmation hearings loom

There are some hurdles former National Security Advisor Mike Waltz must clear first before the United Nations ambassador job is his — including undergoing a Senate confirmation process.

Politics