FAA bars MD-11 flights after a fiery UPS jet crash – that’s the headline, and frankly, it’s understandable. The news is centered around an emergency airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, following a terrifying incident. We’re talking about a UPS MD-11 cargo jet that experienced a catastrophic engine failure during takeoff in Louisville. The left engine, along with its pylon (the structure connecting it to the wing), completely detached.
The FAA’s response was swift and decisive. They grounded the entire fleet of MD-11s, a decision driven by safety concerns and a commitment to understanding what exactly went wrong.… Continue reading
Due to new customs regulations, numerous U.S.-bound packages shipped by UPS are stuck in warehouses across the country, with some being “disposed of” by the company. Frustrated customers report weeks-long delays, conflicting tracking updates, and the loss of valuable or sentimental items, including tea, musical instruments, and personal mementos. These issues stem from complex new tariffs and fees imposed by the Trump administration on international shipments, making customs clearance more difficult and costly, especially for low-value packages. While UPS claims to be clearing the majority of packages promptly, the company acknowledges that some shipments are being held and potentially destroyed, leading to customer frustration and concerns about the future of international shipping.
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Advocacy groups have decided against appealing a court decision that struck down the Biden administration’s net neutrality rules. The groups cited concerns about the conservative majority in the Supreme Court and the current FCC, which opposes net neutrality. The legal battle centered on the FCC’s ability to classify broadband as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act, a key step for implementing common-carrier regulations. These regulations, originally established during the Obama era, prohibited practices like blocking or throttling content and paid prioritization.
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Dozens of advocacy groups are demanding Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s resignation following his collaboration with Republicans on a recent spending bill. This collaboration, seen as a capitulation to the Trump-Musk agenda of dismantling key government functions, is viewed as a dereliction of duty by the groups. The letter, signed by over 50 organizations, criticizes Schumer’s lack of strategy and communication, asserting his actions have eroded confidence among Democrats and advocacy groups. The groups emphasize the urgency of replacing Schumer with a leader capable of effectively opposing the Trump-Musk agenda, highlighting the dire consequences of inaction.
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Matt Underwood 
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