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Three Russians parachute from stratosphere to North Pole: Three Russians set a world record for parachuting from the Earth's stratosphere to the North Pole last ...
reuters.com/world/europe/three-russians-parachute-stratosphere-north-pole-2024-04-19/
Exclusive: Daniel Kretinsky explores bid for Royal Mail owner, sources say: Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky has been exploring a possible bid for the owner of ...
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Interior Department Rejects Ambler Road Project in Alaska: A mining company wants to build a 211-mile industrial road through Alaskan wilderness to reach a large ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/climate/ambler-road-alaska-interior.html
In this Giant Meeting Hall, Donald Trump is the Elephant in the Room: Anchorage, Alaska (High North News): I entered the year saying I would spend more time ...
highnorthnews.com/en/giant-meeting-hall-donald-trump-elephant-room
LIVE: Former Royal Mail CEO gives evidence at UK Post Office Horizon IT inquiry: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Working for the Royal Mail sounded like an ideal job. But I discovered it’s falling apart, just like its vans
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/08/quit-royal-mail-falling-apart
Quick Glance: Decay of Royal Mail: An Insider's Account
- After intense work abroad, the author quickly found a job as a parcel delivery driver at Royal Mail.
- Conditions at the depot were chaotic, with outdated technology and decrepit delivery vans.
- Workload was high, turnover was high, and the postmen looked tired and injured.
American Airlines Pilots Union Warns of ‘Significant Spike’ in Safety, Maintenance Issues
time.com/6968013/american-airlines-pilots-union-significant-spike-safety-issues/
BP Focuses on Familiar Turf in Gulf of Mexico as Rivals Push New Oil Frontiers: For a company that made its name with frontier oil discoveries from Iran to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/bp-focuses-on-familiar-turf-in-gulf-of-mexico-as-rivals-push-new-oil-frontiers
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Biden set to deny approval for mining company’s road through Alaskan wilderness: The Biden administration will deny federal approval to a metallurgical mining ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4598352-biden-set-to-deny-approval-for-mining-companys-road-through-alaskan-wilderness/
Royal Mail proposes cut to second class post in order to save first class deliveries
standard.co.uk/news/politics/royal-mail-cut-second-class-post-save-first-class-deliveries-b1149107.html
A Royal Mail bid will only deliver controversy: Stock reflects the burden that an obligation to deliver letters six days a week has become
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Alaska sues EPA over Pebble copper and gold mine prohibitions: Alaska sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday seeking to overturn an agency ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/alaska-sues-epa-over-pebble-copper-gold-mine-prohibitions-2024-04-11/
Royal Mail new stamps launched to mark 100th anniversary: Royal Mail's special stamps have helped to celebrate significant events in the UK’s history
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24240066.royal-mail-new-stamps-launched-mark-100th-anniversary/
Boeing pays Alaska Airlines $160 million in compensation for the blowout of a panel during flight
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Quick Glance: Boeing compensated Alaska $160M for door plug incident
- Boeing paid Alaska Air Group approximately $160 million in compensation following the door plug incident on Alaska flight 1282.
- Alaska lost approximately $160 million in first-quarter pretax profit due to the incident.
- Additional compensation from Boeing is expected, with confidential terms.
- Boeing announced CEO Dave Calhoun will step down at the end of the year.
Lockheed Martin wins US missile defense contract worth $17 bln: Lockheed Martin has won a $17 billion contract to develop the next generation of interceptors to ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/16/lockheed-martin-wins-us-missile-defense-contract-worth-17-bln
Robot arms and the humble postie: how Royal Mail plans to deliver : Five centuries-old operation is combining automation and the human touch to compete in the ...
ft.com/content/31f649b9-18f8-401b-8975-25df7bc4e06e
Shark species that may be world’s ‘largest predatory fish’ is a rare sight, NOAA says
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article287791985.html
US and China plan talks on economic growth including manufacturing ‘overcapacity’ issue, Yellen says
apnews.com/article/us-china-yellen-economics-trade-tariffs-diplomacy-cb17ca4ed180e9b2d30ac5cdc12e1cb0
Quick Glance: US and China Reach Accord on New Talks for 'Balanced' Economic Growth
- The United States and China have agreed to hold 'intensive exchanges on balanced growth', as stated by the US Treasury Department, following two days of discussions between Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and her Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in Guangzhou.
- These planned talks signify the latest advancement in joint efforts to stabilize relations between the world's top two economies since a meeting between Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping last November.
- Yellen emphasized that these exchanges will facilitate a discussion on macroeconomic imbalances, including the link to overcapacity, and her intention to advocate for a fair playing field for American workers and companies.
- The US Treasury Secretary cautioned against China's overcapacity risks and highlighted the importance of dialogue to avoid potential conflicts, noting progress in the talks and the structured continuation of discussions as crucial.
Basic service only for expensive A-Post: British Royal Mail is looking for a way out of the crisis
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Post Office scandal: Bosses earned millions despite Horizon scandal: Top executives have made £19.4m over 24 years since the flawed IT system was in place
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Royal Mail delivers card to Hull woman 27 years after it was posted: The card was posted in 1997 but was only delivered to a Hull woman last month
bbc.com/news/articles/c723p39e554o
Poste Italiane, unlike Royal Mail, brings both the mail and the cash: Italy’s postal service kept its post office network and financial services and has used ...
ft.com/content/31b01b82-8bda-40cf-ae70-f5c08a854df7
New Royal Mail scam alert as people report getting text messages: This week homeowners have been getting messages saying there’s a package that needs to be ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/new-royal-mail-scam-alert-28965061
China ‘flooding market with fake Royal Mail stamps’: Suppliers are offering to produce a million forgeries a week with the ‘tacit approval’ of Beijing ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/china-flooding-market-with-fake-royal-mail-stamps-0ph289wwb
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Royal Mail to increase cost of stamps this month - see how much more you'll pay: The price rise is the second stamp surge over the space of six months - and ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/royal-mail-increase-cost-stamps-28918063
Plans to cut Royal Mail deliveries ‘could worsen patient safety risks’: The chief executives of Healthwatch England, National Voices, The Patients Association ...
expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2024/04/06/plans-to-cut-royal-mail-deliveries-could-worsen-patient-safety-risks/
Essay | What Climate Change Looks Like in the Arctic: A polar explorer warns that we are running out of time to understand this unique environment.
wsj.com/science/environment/what-climate-change-looks-like-in-the-arctic-14fcd651
Newport postman who takes pictures of cats along mail rounds: Nick Cueto has taken to taking pictures of cats along his Royal Mail rounds along the streets of ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24225622.newport-postman-takes-pictures-cats-along-mail-rounds/
San Diego Travelers View Total Solar Eclipse From 33,000 Feet on Alaska Airlines Jet
sandiegouniontribune.com/news/story/2024-04-08/san-diego-travelers-view-eclipse-from-31-000-feet
World's oldest man has revealed his secret to a long and happy life : The care home shared the exciting news in a Facebook post and told how Guinness delivered a ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/worlds-oldest-man-lives-merseyside-32518568
Quick Glance: World's Oldest Man Crowned at 111 Years Old
- John Tinniswood from Merseyside has been officially crowned the world's oldest living man.
- After the death of the previous record holder, Juan Vicente Perez from Venezuela was confirmed as the world's oldest living man in February 2022 but passed away at the age of 114 on April 2.
- John, now officially the oldest man in the world at the age of 111 years and 222 days, received a framed certificate from Guinness.
- His care home, The Hollies Rest Home in Southport, confirmed the news in a social media post while Guinness World Records visited John personally to officially present him with the title.
Idyllic Scottish island seeking person for postie job with £1,500 welcome bonus: An amazing job opportunity on the Isle of Mull has come up, with the small ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/scotland-now/idyllic-scottish-island-seeking-person-32536529
Hornchurch and Upminster first-class post delivery 'below target': Concern has been raised in Hornchurch and Upminster after post delivery rates for first-class ...
romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/24237781.hornchurch-upminster-first-class-post-delivery-below-target/
'It's scandalous': People forced to pay fees over counterfeit stamps as Royal Mail issues warning
itv.com/news/2024-04-05/as-royal-mail-issues-warning-over-counterfeit-stamps-how-do-you-spot-a-fake
Alaska Airlines mid-air blowout incident: Boeing pays $160 million in compensation for blowout of panel during flight at 16,000 feet
financialexpress.com/business/airlines-aviation-alaska-airlines-mid-air-blowout-incident-boeing-pays-160-million-in-compensation-for-blowout-of-panel-during-flight-at-16000-feet-3447179/
Boeing Weathers Whistleblower Testimony as Airlines Tally Costs: A day of Congressional hearings will keep the plane maker in the spotlight over safety practices ...
inc.com/associated-press/boeing-weathers-whistleblower-testimony-as-airlinestally-costs.html
Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Calls for Grounding of All 787 Dreamliners
- Boeing quality engineer Sam Salehpour is urging the planemaker to ground all 787 Dreamliners worldwide, citing potential structural issues.
- Salehpour alleges that Boeing took shortcuts during the construction of the 787 and 777 jets, compromising aircraft safety.
- After raising internal concerns with Boeing, Salehpour claims he faced retaliation and witnessed unsafe assembly practices in another program.
- Boeing defends the 787 Dreamliner's quality, while the FAA investigates Salehpour's claims, emphasizing the importance of aircraft safety.
Boston Globe introduces its new meteorologist Ken Mahan: From Alaska to Wisconsin, and now a return to New England. Here's the weather journey that has led me ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/02/metro/boston-globe-meteorologist-ken-mahan/
Quick Glance: Impending Storm Prompts State of Emergency in Kentucky
- Over five million people under tornado warning, especially around Nashville.
- Schools in Tennessee closed early due to impending severe weather.
- Tornado warnings for parts of Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio until 10 p.m.
Cruise market: full speed ahead: Cruising has picked up speed again, ports around the world are reporting record numbers - but there is resistance at some of the ...
faz.net/aktuell/reise/kreuzfahrt-verzeichnet-wieder-rekordzahlen-19618263.html
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UK flooded with fake stamps from China slammed as 'economic warfare': Security experts have raised concerns after reports of thousands of fake Royal Mail stamps ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/11/uk-flooded-fake-stamps-china-slammed-economic-warfare-20626479/
Southwest Airlines makes a major onboard safety change: The airline has followed United and Alaska Airlines in making the key move.
thestreet.com/travel/southwest-airlines-makes-a-major-onboard-safety-change
Inside the £2.7m former home of Royal Mail fraudster that's now up for sale: The mansion, one home to a scammer who defrauded Royal Mail of £70 million ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/property/inside-27m-former-home-royal-28930201
Royal Mail warns customers will get £5 'penalty' after Border Force error: A senior Royal Mail executive has accused the Border Force of failing to prevent the ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/royal-mail-warns-customers-5-28981824
First major attempts to regulate AI face headwinds from all sides: Group of bipartisan lawmakers – including those from Alaska, Georgia and Virginia – has been ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-first-major-attempts-to-regulate-ai-face-headwinds-from-all-sides/
Xbox Mastercard is now available to all United States residents: In September 2023, Microsoft announced early access to Xbox Mastercard, a credit card with perks ...
neowin.net/news/xbox-mastercard-is-now-available-to-all-united-states-residents/
Lockheed Beats Northrop for $17 Billion US Interceptor Deal: Lockheed Martin Corp. beat rival Northrop Grumman Corp. in a $17 billion contest to continue ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/lockheed-beats-northrop-for-17-billion-us-missile-interceptor
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Mission complete: Dr. Ebbie Shearer Jackson ran what was probably one of the most challenging races of her life, considering what she was doing it for – her ...
thenassauguardian.com/lifestyles/mission-complete/article_a7c2f070-fb75-11ee-accd-3b103a9cbe70.html
Royal Mail admits machine errors after Brits handed £5 surcharge: The Royal Mail has admitted that its machines can mistake genuine stamps for counterfeits ...
coventrytelegraph.net/news/uk-world-news/royal-mail-admits-machine-errors-28996302
UK flooded with forged stamps despite using barcodes — to prevent just that: Royal Mail, the British postal and courier service began switching all snail mail ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/uk-flooded-with-forged-stamps-despite-using-barcodes-to-prevent-just-that/
How To Redeem Miles For Qatar Airways Business Class: Want to redeem miles for Qatar Airways' incredible business class product? Here's everything you ...
onemileatatime.com/guides/redeem-miles-qatar-airways-business-class/
LETTER: Change is needed to save our postal service: AT Royal Mail, we consider it a privilege to serve every household and business in the UK.
keighleynews.co.uk/business/24252067.letter-change-needed-save-postal-service/
China in the South China Sea and the Arctic: Insights from Liselotte Odgaard.
thediplomat.com/2024/04/china-in-the-south-china-sea-and-the-arctic/
Quick Glance: Taiwan Rejects China's Aid Offer After Earthquake
- Taiwanese authorities have not yet estimated the cost of recovering from the massive, deadly earthquake that hit the island on Wednesday.
- China offered aid, but Taiwan swiftly turned it down due to their conflict-ridden relationship.
- Taiwan's quick rejection likely stems from lingering bitterness over how the 1999 earthquake was handled.
- China's aid always comes with conditions, leading to Taiwan's resistance based on distrust and military threats.
Jewel Will Still Save Your Soul: Artifice is out, mental health is in, and Jewel’s been ready for this moment her entire life.
elle.com/culture/music/a60446644/jewel-interview-2024/
A new journey awaits as Never Alone 2 is announced: From Humble Games and E-line Media, rooted in the unique traditions and culture of the Iñupiat people will be ...
thexboxhub.com/a-new-journey-awaits-as-never-alone-2-is-announced/
Engine fire: US aviation authority investigates new breakdown at Boeing: A holiday flight operated by US airline Southwest had to cancel takeoff in Mexico ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/unternehmen/us-luftfahrtbehoerde-prueft-erneut-panne-bei-boeing-konzernchef-verzichtet-auf-bonus-19635118.html
Quick Glance: Boeing CEO receives nearly $33 million in 2023 total compensation
- Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun received nearly $33 million in total compensation in 2023, with much of it in deferred stock that decreased in value after an incident.
- Calhoun's retirement payouts were valued at over $44 million as of year-end 2023.
- Boeing underwent a management shakeup due to quality concerns from regulators and customers.
- Boeing revamped its executive compensation policies to prioritize product safety and quality after two fatal 737 MAX crashes.
Isle of Wight man's Snapchat drugs seized at sorting office: An Isle of Wight man has been fined after a package of drugs he bought on Snapchat was seized at a ...
countypress.co.uk/news/24245097.isle-wight-mans-snapchat-drugs-seized-sorting-office/
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce on Royal Mail reform proposals: Suffolk Chamber of Commerce has highlighted the need for a "reliable Royal Mail" as the ...
ipswichstar.co.uk/news/24241618.suffolk-chamber-commerce-royal-mail-reform-proposals/
This Cruise Company Just Became the First Line to Receive International Seafood Certifications
foodandwine.com/holland-america-line-sustainable-seafood-certifications-8628743
Royal Mail van stolen and raided as police issue CCTV images : Parcels were taken from the van in Kenilworth
coventrytelegraph.net/news/local-news/royal-mail-van-stolen-raided-28962886
Dark web dealers who sent cocaine via Royal Mail are jailed: Dark web drug dealers who sent cocaine, ketamine, cannabis and sleeping pills in the post have been ...
hamhigh.co.uk/news/24240246.dark-web-dealers-sent-cocaine-via-royal-mail-jailed/
Colchester councillors worried post chaos affects election: Colchester councillors are worried about Royal Mail delivery issues affecting upcoming elections.
gazette-news.co.uk/news/24231680.colchester-councillors-worried-post-chaos-affects-election/
Colchester residents speak up about letter delivery misery: Colchester residents are fed up with irregular and untimely postal deliveries ...
gazette-news.co.uk/news/24228201.colchester-residents-speak-letter-delivery-misery/
7 things going up in price from April 1: Households will be paying more for some bills and services from this month – don’t miss our guide to those that might ...
kentonline.co.uk/news/trending/7-things-going-up-in-price-from-april-1-304325/
Dinosaur study challenges Bergmann's rule: When you throw dinosaurs into the mix, sometimes you find that a rule simply isn't.
phys.org/news/2024-04-dinosaur-bergmann.html
UAAP: Sean Chambers brings Alaska mentality to FEU Tamaraws: MANILA, Philippines — Sean Chambers is looking to bring Alaska’s integrity and his version of ...
sports.inquirer.net/560414/uaap-sean-chambers-brings-alaska-mentality-to-feu-tamaraws
Royal Mail announces 'convenient' change for customers in 1,500 areas: Royal Mail customers will be able to use parcel lockers for the first time next month and ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/royal-mail-announces-convenient-change-28881776
Senator questions why pilots were unaware of 787-9 cockpit door blowout feature: A US Senator has described it as “chilling” that pilots were kept unaware that a ...
aerotime.aero/articles/alaska-airlines-door-plug-blowout-cockpit-door
New use for former Abergavenny Post Office revealed: A former Post Office is to be reopened to the public for a different postal service.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24229673.new-use-former-abergavenny-post-office-revealed/
7 things going up in price from April 1: Households will be paying more for a number of bills and services this month – don’t miss our guide to those that might ...
lincsonline.co.uk/lifestyle/7-things-going-up-in-price-from-april-1-9359468/
Alaska is gonna try and use a robot to scare wildlife from around an airport: The Aurora Boston Dynamics robot is being trialed as a nonlethal ...
theverge.com/2024/4/2/24118846/boston-dynamics-robot-dog-alaska-fairbanks-airport-wildlife
Boeing announces CEO Dave Calhoun to step down: The troubled aircraft company also announced its board chairman would exit.
lemonde.fr/en/united-states/article/2024/03/25/boeing-announces-ceo-dave-calhoun-to-step-down_6651835_133.html
Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Royal Mail's huge change making parcel delivery easier: The new service comes as part of a new partnership between Royal Mail and global parcel locker operator ...
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/royal-mail-making-huge-convenient-9195074
Is there post on Good Friday? Royal Mail Easter weekend changes: This is the full schedule of Royal Mail delivery dates over the Easter bank holiday weekend 2024 ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24220100.post-good-friday-royal-mail-easter-weekend-changes/
Royal Mail row after OAP left without gifts over postage price saga: Mark Hesse says Royal Mail has been 'unhelpful' - and still doesn't know ...
gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/royal-mail-row-after-cancer-28913207
We can’t freeze out Antarctica’s national security consequences: America is competing with Russia and China in a great power struggle.
thehill.com/opinion/national-security/4556767-we-cant-freeze-out-antarcticas-national-security-consequences/
An election looms, but can we trust the process?: Metro columnist and Green MP Caroline Lucas says that while a general election is needed ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/27/election-looms-can-trust-process-20541222/
How to Get Over Your Fear of Flying: Many people are afraid when they get on a plane, and the Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout hasn’t helped ...
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/fear-of-flying-aerophobia-guide-0ee2a087
Royal Mail breaks silence over fines for people making stamp mistake: The move comes after the company replaced old stamps with ones that have barcodes
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/royal-mail-breaks-silence-over-28901578
Maintenance staff shortage could clip aviation industry's wings: This comes as the global fleet of commercial aircraft is set to balloon a third by 2034 ...
newvision.co.ug/category/world/maintenance-staff-shortage-could-clip-aviatio-NV_184833
Eight things going up in price in April - including stamps, passports and water : Households sare set to see their bills skyrocket in just a few days
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/eight-things-going-up-price-28894579
DPD and Royal Mail made the same mistake in Hereford: A while ago I noticed that a ‘proof of delivery’ photo placed online for a delivery by DPD showed that the ...
herefordtimes.com/news/business/24206403.dpd-royal-mail-made-mistake-hereford/
Stoke post box Hayling Island: Victory for Maria Gay after her campaign forces Royal Mail U-turn
portsmouth.co.uk/news/people/stoke-post-box-hayling-island-royal-mail-u-turn-4574607
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