4 h. 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

11 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

12 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

13 h. ago Federal judge strikes down Trump order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie

The ruling from U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell is the first to permanently block an executive order issued by President Trump punishing a law firm for representing clients or causes he dislikes.

Events

14 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

14 h. ago Hawaiian Airlines to hire 500 more flight attendants this year

Hawaiian Airlines to hire 500 more flight attendants this year  The Business Journals

Politics

15 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

15 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

16 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

17 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

17 h. ago Reds in another weather delay at Great American Ball Park. Here's when to expect an update

Reds in another weather delay at Great American Ball Park. Here's when to expect an update  Cincinnati Enquirer

Society

17 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

18 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

18 h. ago Gun training courses experience surge in sign ups: 'People don't want to be the victim anymore'

Fear of uncertainty, crime and defunding police are driving greater interest in gun ownership, but owning a gun is not the same as knowing how to use one.

Events

19 h. ago Former California Highway Patrol captain charged with slapping flight attendant's buttocks on LA

Former California Highway Patrol captain charged with slapping flight attendant's buttocks on LA-bound flight  ABC7 Los Angeles

Events

19 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

20 h. ago Are you expected to start repaying your defaulted student loans? NPR wants to know

How will having to start repaying your student loans affect your financial situation? Tell us about your experience, and we may be in touch for an upcoming story on Morning Edition.

Politics

20 h. ago Scientists reel as turmoil roils National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation, a major government funder of basic science research, is being shaken up with over 1,000 grants already terminated and the White House looking to halve its budget

Science

21 h. ago Helicopter Caused 2 Planes to Abort Landings at Washington, DC Airport—FAA

Helicopter Caused 2 Planes to Abort Landings at Washington, DC Airport—FAA  Newsweek

Events

21 h. ago New method quickly assesses underwater landslide risk for offshore turbines

Heriot-Watt researchers have developed an advanced simulation tool that accurately predicts underwater landslides caused by offshore wind turbines.

Politics