Passenger jet makes emergency landing after losing tyre on take-off

US Airlines Accuse China of 'Harmful Anti-Competitive Policies'

US Airlines , Accuse China of , 'Harmful Anti-Competitive Policies'. CNN reports that the United States aviation industry has urged the Biden administration to pause the approval of more flights to and from China. CNN reports that the United States aviation industry has urged the Biden administration to pause the approval of more flights to and from China. According to an open letter, China's “existing harmful anti-competitive policies” are affecting U.S. airlines and workers. The competitive disadvantage is harmful to the approximately 315,000 workers employed by U.S. passenger airlines that serve China, Airlines for America open letter, via CNN. The letter, addressing Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, was signed by Airlines for America, an industry lobby group. The letter, addressing Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, was signed by Airlines for America, an industry lobby group. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. If the growth of the Chinese aviation market is allowed to continue unchecked and without concern for equality of access in the market, flights will continue to be relinquished to Chinese carriers at the expense of U.S. workers and businesses, Airlines for America open letter, via CNN. CNN reports that the Biden administration said in February that it would allow Chinese airlines to increase the number of direct passenger flights to the United States. At the time, U.S. officials granted Chinese carriers approval to make 50 weekly round-trip flights, increased from 35 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, over 150 weekly flights were allowed. . China's Foreign Ministry defended the increased number of flights, citing a "consensus reached" in November between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden. China's Foreign Ministry defended the increased number of flights, citing a "consensus reached" in November between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden

United Airlines Among Major US Carriers Facing Intense Scrutiny Over Incidents

United Airlines Among , Major US Carriers Facing, Intense Scrutiny Over Incidents . 'Newsweek' reports that United Airlines has made national headlines following a string of incidents on flights to and from the United States in recent weeks. 'Newsweek' reports that United Airlines has made national headlines following a string of incidents on flights to and from the United States in recent weeks. United CEO Scott Kirby released a statement addressing the recent string of incidents, which included an engine fire and a door panel blowing off mid-flight. United CEO Scott Kirby released a statement addressing the recent string of incidents, which included an engine fire and a door panel blowing off mid-flight. Unfortunately, in the past few weeks, our airline has experienced a number of incidents that are reminders of the importance of safety. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. While they are all unrelated, I want you to know that these incidents have our attention and have sharpened our focus. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. Kirby went on to reassure travelers that steps were being taken to address the ongoing issues. . In the past few years, we've done a lot at United to build a new culture, improve our business and earn your trust, Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. I'm confident that we'll learn the right lessons from these recent incidents and continue to run an operation that puts safety first and makes our employees and customers proud. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. 'Newsweek' recently released a timeline of incidents involving three major U.S. airlines, comparing the number of incidents over the past 12 months. From March of 2023 to March of 2024, American Airlines had 63 incidents reported on AeroInside, a website that tracks aviation incidents. Over the same period of time, Delta Airlines had 70 incidents reported on AeroInside. United Airlines tops the list with 79 incidents reported on AeroInside between March of 2023 and March of this year

Sea Lions' Spectacular Return Brings Joy to San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf

San Francisco's iconic Fisherman's Wharf district is experiencing an unprecedented surge in sea lions, with over one thousand spotted at Pier 39, the highest number in 15 years.

This Day in History: The Great San Francisco Earthquake

This Day in History:, The Great San Francisco Earthquake. April 18, 1906. At 5:13 a.m., an earthquake struck offshore of San Fransisco, a city with a population of 400,000 at the time. The quake was felt from southern Oregon to Los Angeles, and ruptured 296 miles of the San Andreas fault. Destroying San Francisco's water mains, the quake ignited massive, devastating fires all over the city that could not be combated. The fires burned for days, resulting in the deaths of more than 3,000 people and destroying more than 28,000 buildings. More than half of the city was left homeless by the disaster. Damages were estimated to close to $15 billion in today's dollars. The recovery and rebuild allowed city planners to make great improvements to San Francisco

O.J. Simpson, Renowned NFL Star Succumbs to Cancer at the Age of 76| Oneindia News

OJ Simpson, the NFL star acquitted of m-rder charges, has died at 76, confirmed by his family on social media. Despite legal controversies, including a civil suit finding him liable for deaths, Simpson's legacy spans football, acting, and media. Born in San Francisco, he rose to fame at USC, then excelled with the San Francisco 49ers and the Buffalo Bills before transitioning into Hollywood. #OJSimpson #NFLStar #NFL #OJSimpsonDead #OJSimpsonnews #Footballnews #Simpsons #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~ED.194~

Remembering Maya Angelou

Remembering Maya Angelou. Marguerite Annie Johnson was born on April 4, 1928, and died on May 28, 2014. Here are five facts in honor of the poet. 1. Angelou was the second poet in history to read a poem at a presidential inauguration. 2. She worked with both Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. 3. She was named Wake Forest University's first Reynolds Professor of American Studies in 1982. 4. Angelou was the first Black woman to conduct a streetcar in San Francisco. 5. Prior to becoming a poet, she was in an opera, ‘Porgy and Bess,’ and a journalist. Happy Birthday, Maya Angelou!

These US Cities Have the Highest Populations of Millionaires

These US Cities, Have the Highest Populations of, Millionaires. According to a report by Henley & Partners, the United States remains the top country in the world for private wealth creation and accumulation. Quartz reports that the U.S. accounts for about 32% of global liquid investable wealth, valued at approximately $67 trillion. Here are some of the cities with the largest populations of millionaires, according to the report. Austin, This Texas city had the biggest explosion in millionaire growth in the U.S. over the past ten years, reaching 32,700 by the end of 2023. . Miami, This Florida city is home to 35,300 millionaires and 15 billionaires, including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Boston, While having just eight billionaires, the fewest of any other city on the list, this New England city is home to , 42,900 millionaires. Seattle, This Washington State city is the home of some of the largest corporations in the U.S., including Amazon and Microsoft. It's also home to 54,200 millionaires and 11 billionaires. . Chicago, Approximately 120,500 millionaires live in this Midwestern metropolis. . Los Angeles, The second-most populous city in the U.S. has about, 212,100 millionaires and 43 billionaires. San Francisco, The tech hub of the U.S. boasts the most billionaires with a whopping 68, as well as the second-most millionaires with 305,700. . New York, The city with the most high net worth individuals has about , 349,500 millionaires and 60 billionaires