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Travel February 3

Inquiry begun after American Airlines flight reports mysterious blue light while trying to land

American Airlines crew reported a strange blue light while landing at a Charlotte airport — sparking a safety investigation. The flight landed safely with no injuries.

Florida December 11

Stunned 911 dispatcher reacts to plane crash-landing on Florida freeway: 'A plane ... out of the sky?'

A plane made an emergency landing on Florida's I-95, crashing into a Toyota Camry in a dramatic freeway incident. The pilot and passenger were unharmed, and the driver was hospitalized.

Health October 7

Air pollution may play a bigger role in cognitive decline than anyone realized

Air pollution exposure could make Alzheimer's disease worse by speeding up brain changes that cause memory loss and impaired judgment, a Penn Medicine study finds.

Health September 30

Doctors say eating specific type of food may offset lung damage from air pollution

A new study from the University of Leicester finds that high fruit intake reduces air pollution's harmful effects on the lungs, particularly in women who eat four portions daily.

Ben Affleck September 24

Violet Affleck demands clean air at UN but is 'powerless over dad getting off cigarettes': expert

Violet Affleck spoke at a UN panel on healthy indoor air while experts note the irony of her father Ben Affleck's smoking outside.

Airport News & Updates June 20

Newark Airport passengers face lengthy delays due to staffing shortages

Newark Airport faces delays due to FAA Traffic Management Program triggered by staffing shortages, with flights delayed over an hour and a half amid nationwide controller shortages.

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Flash May 30

Newark Airport runway to reopen Monday, nearly 2 weeks ahead of schedule: Gov. Phil Murphy

Newark Airport's runway will reopen on Monday as efforts to tackle air traffic controller shortages continue, Gov. Phil Murphy announced.

Health May 6

Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim

Some scientists are raising concerns about Aspergillus, a potentially deadly fungus that could spread across regions of the U.S., Europe, and Asia. This mold flourishes in warm, humid environments.

Air And Space April 2

FAA increasing air traffic control staff, supervisors at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

The FAA is increasing air traffic control staffing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near Washington, D.C., following a fatal January midair collision that killed 67 people.

Health January 13, 2025

How wildfire smoke affects the body: Doctors warn of health hazards

Wildfire smoke can pose hazards from particle pollution even after only short-term exposure. Experts reveal common symptoms and offer strategies to reduce the risk.