The aircraft experienced “an engine failure” during takeoff, Medellín Mayor Daniel Quintero said in a statement.
Ecuador fans erupt in “We want beer” chants during opening match against Qatar
Ecuador’s fans chanted “We want beer!” during their opening match Sunday against FIFA World Cup host Qatar, who banned alcohol…
U.S. men’s soccer team says players are ready to compete against “elite teams”
A young American team is ready for an opportunity to test itself against some of the world’s “elite teams” at…
Top CDC scientist said data did not support border expulsions
The government’s top public health expert on migration told Congress the health policy being used to quickly expel migrants along…
French cement company pleads guilty in U.S. to making payments to ISIS
The charge stems from cement company Lafarge’s payments to foreign terrorist organizations in exchange for permission to operate in Syria…
Radio host dies on air while doing morning show
British presenter Tim Gough died during his daily breakfast series on GenX Radio Suffolk, the station said.
Hundreds of elephants and zebras die as Kenya weathers drought
A new report says hundreds of animals have died in Kenyan wildlife preserves during East Africa’s worst drought in decades.
Iran’s soccer players refuse to sing national anthem ahead of World Cup opening match
As Iran’s anthem played on, television cameras showed the country’s players tight-lipped.
Getting to Know You: Walter Greenfeld, CEO of Keeper
Comprehending the struggle of low-income workers doing their best to live paycheck-to-paycheck, Walter Greenfeld created his business, Keeper, centered around…
Sonic the Hedgehog co-creator arrested for alleged insider trading
Renowned programmer Yuji Naka is accused of buying shares in a game company knowing it was about to release a…
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