Category: News Of The Day

United Airlines Plane Hits Truck on New Jersey Turnpike Near Newark Liberty International Airport

A United Airlines Boeing 767 struck a truck and light pole while approaching Newark Airport. Authorities investigate how the plane flew dangerously low.

France and South Korea team up to secure Strait of Hormuz route

France and South Korea partner to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil route impacting US energy prices, global trade, and Middle East stability.

Airport Security Lines Grow as Government Shutdown Hits TSA Staffing

Airport security lines are growing across the U.S. as the government shutdown leaves TSA short-staffed, causing long waits and travel disruptions during spring break.

Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom gold, becomes 3-time Olympic champ

Team USA star Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics, becoming a three-time Olympic champion in an emotional victory for the United States.

40 dead, 115 hurt in Swiss Alpine bar fire on New Year NYE party

About 40 people were killed and 115 injured in a devastating fire at a Swiss Alpine bar during New Year’s Eve celebrations, authorities confirmed.

Oysters, crab and $400K worth of lobster stolen in New England

Oysters, crab, and $400K worth of lobster were stolen across New England in late 2025. The lobster heist involved a fraudulent trucking company and cargo theft

NJ midair helicopter crash leaves 1 dead, another critically hurt

Two helicopters collided midair near Hammonton, New Jersey, killing one pilot and critically injuring another.

Albanese announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi attack

PM Anthony Albanese announces a national bravery award for civilians and responders who showed courage during the Bondi antisemitic terror attack.

Judge orders Trump administration to restore disaster funds

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must restore disaster relief funds to Democratic-led states after determining the funding cuts were unlawful.

Actor James Ransone, known for his role in ‘The Wire’ dead at 46

James Ransone, actor best known for his role in The Wire, has died at age 46. He also appeared in It: Chapter Two and The Black Phone.

Greg Biffle, family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash

Seven people, including retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family, were killed in a North Carolina plane crash. Authorities are investigating the cause

MIT Professor Shot and Killed in Boston Suburb

A 47-year-old MIT professor was found fatally shot at his home in Brookline, MA. Local police are investigating the homicide.

Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles home

Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home, and authorities are investigating the cause.

Longest U.S. Government Shutdown Ends After 43 Days

The longest U.S. government shutdown in history ends after 43 days as President Trump signs a funding bill, restoring federal operations and lifting market uncertainty.