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Passengers boarding a flight bound for Orlando were evacuated due to the detection of a ‘strong odour’ on the airplane.

According to a report in Fox Business, the episode occurred during the departure preparations of Frontier Airlines' Flight 1759 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Wednesday (March 27) night.

A video which is making rounds on social media shows passengers getting off from the plane - an Airbus A321neo – using emergency slides at Charlotte Douglas airport.

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The flight, which accommodated 226 passengers, saw them disembark using both the jet bridge and evacuation slides. Fire trucks and ambulances were also spotted at the scene.

As per the reports, one passenger was injured while going down the slide, and was taken to hospital.

On Wednesday evening the Flight 1759 was in the boarding process at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, when a strange odour was detected throughout the airplane. As a preventative measure, the captain issued an evacuation notice," Frontier Airlines told Fox Business.

"Passengers exited the aircraft using both the evacuation slides and jet bridge. As per the initial reports no visible smoke or fire was observed," the airline added.

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The airline later apologised to the passengers and said it is looking into the cause of the incident.

One passenger told Queen City News that they first smelled an odour on board the plane before the lights went off.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told Fox Business that the crew reported the smell of smoke in the cabin and it will&nbsp;investigate&nbsp;the incident.

(With inputs from agencies)

Passengers boarding a flight bound for Orlando were evacuated due to the detection of a ‘strong odour’ on the airplane. According to a report in Fox Business, the episode occurred during the departure preparations of Frontier Airlines' Flight 1759 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Wednesday (March 27) night.

Passengers boarding a flight bound for Orlando were evacuated due to the detection of a ‘strong odour’ on the airplane. According to a report in Fox Business, the episode occurred during the departure preparations of Frontier Airlines' Flight 1759 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Wednesday (March 27) night. A video which is making rounds on social media shows passengers getting off from the plane - an Airbus A321neo – using emergency slides at Charlotte Douglas airport. Also read: NASA rockets to probe Earth's upper atmosphere during Solar Eclipse 2024 The flight, which accommodated 226 passengers, saw them disembark using both the jet bridge and evacuation slides. Fire trucks and ambulances were also spotted at the scene. As per the reports, one passenger was injured while going down the slide, and was taken to hospital. On Wednesday evening the Flight 1759 was in the boarding process at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, when a strange odour was detected throughout the airplane. As a preventative measure, the captain issued an evacuation notice," Frontier Airlines told Fox Business. "Passengers exited the aircraft using both the evacuation slides and jet bridge. As per the initial reports no visible smoke or fire was observed," the airline added. Also read: LinkedIn to roll out TikTok-like video feed despite concerns of distraction The airline later apologised to the passengers and said it is looking into the cause of the incident. One passenger told Queen City News that they first smelled an odour on board the plane before the lights went off. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told Fox Business that the crew reported the smell of smoke in the cabin and it will investigate the incident. (With inputs from agencies)

Passengers evacuate Frontier airlines' flight due to 'strong odour'

Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza.

Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”.

When asked by a journalist why she was being questioned by the police, the woman replied, "They (the police) can't tell me. Apparently, it's a public order offence under Section 5." Footage shows her being taken by police into a police van.

At least 32,705 Palestinians have been killed and 75,190 injured in Israel's military offensive on Gaza since Oct. 7, the Gaza health ministry said on Saturday.

A three-ship convoy left a port in Cyprus on Saturday (March 30) to deliver essential aid supplies for Palestinians in Gaza amid raging war between Israel and Hamas. The convoy left with 400 tonnes of food and other supplies amid soaring concerns about hunger and potential famine in the blockaded Palestinians enclave.&nbsp;

According to a statement by the World Central Kitchen, the ships are carrying ready-to-eat items like rice, pasta, flour, legumes, canned vegetables and proteins that were enough to prepare more than 1 million meals, Associated Press reported.&nbsp;

Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza. Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”.

Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza. Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”. When asked by a journalist why she was being questioned by the police, the woman replied, "They (the police) can't tell me. Apparently, it's a public order offence under Section 5." Footage shows her being taken by police into a police van. At least 32,705 Palestinians have been killed and 75,190 injured in Israel's military offensive on Gaza since Oct. 7, the Gaza health ministry said on Saturday. A three-ship convoy left a port in Cyprus on Saturday (March 30) to deliver essential aid supplies for Palestinians in Gaza amid raging war between Israel and Hamas. The convoy left with 400 tonnes of food and other supplies amid soaring concerns about hunger and potential famine in the blockaded Palestinians enclave. According to a statement by the World Central Kitchen, the ships are carrying ready-to-eat items like rice, pasta, flour, legumes, canned vegetables and proteins that were enough to prepare more than 1 million meals, Associated Press reported.

Thousands march in London to demand ceasefire in Gaza

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Several women have lately reported being assaulted in New York City. The incidents gained a lot of attention on TikTok after women posted pics, videos with bruises on their face, claiming someone punched them in the face.

Halley Kate, a TikTok influencer with more than 1 million followers, posted a video detailing her horrific experience of being randomly attacked. She described how the hit caused her to fall to the ground, resulting in a visible bump on her head.

On Wednesday (March 27) night, the NYPD acknowledged its awareness of a widely shared video in a statement. The accused Skiroky Stora, 40, was then taken into custody and charged with the attack.&nbsp;

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Halley Kate was walking down Chelsea's West 16th Street when she fell, according to police, after Stora smacked her in the head. Stora was walking his dog at the time of the attack, according to Kate's TikTok video. 
 
Authorities revealed that Stora had previously been accused of attacking other women.

Kate's video served as a catalyst for other women on TikTok to share their own experiences of random attacks. One such individual, Mikayla Toninato, posted a video on the same day, tagging Kate and recounting a similar incident that occurred to her.

"I was looking down at my phone, texting, and then, out of nowhere, this man just came up and hit me in the face," Toninato explained in the video.

It is unclear whether Toninato filed a police report or if the NYPD launched an investigation into the incident. 
 
Billionaire Elon Musk also raised concern on women being punched randomly by strangers in New York City.&nbsp;

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The Tesla CEO was reacting to a video Halley Kate, a TikTok user, who uploaded a video on Monday following one of the assaults currently under investigation by New York Police. In the video, Ms Kate, with 1.1 million followers on TikTok, said she was walking when a "man came up and punched me in the face". Many other women have shared similar stories of being unexpectedly punched while walking.

"Failure to prosecute crime in New York and many other US cities allows violent criminals to assault women at will! The governor had to call out the national guard just so people could ride the subway," Musk said while sharing a post on X.

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Several women have lately reported being assaulted in New York City. The incidents gained a lot of attention on TikTok after women posted pics, videos with bruises on their face, claiming someone punched them in the face.

Several women have lately reported being assaulted in New York City. The incidents gained a lot of attention on TikTok after women posted pics, videos with bruises on their face, claiming someone punched them in the face. Halley Kate, a TikTok influencer with more than 1 million followers, posted a video detailing her horrific experience of being randomly attacked. She described how the hit caused her to fall to the ground, resulting in a visible bump on her head. On Wednesday (March 27) night, the NYPD acknowledged its awareness of a widely shared video in a statement. The accused Skiroky Stora, 40, was then taken into custody and charged with the attack. Also read: New York set to be first US city to impose $15 congestion fee Halley Kate was walking down Chelsea's West 16th Street when she fell, according to police, after Stora smacked her in the head. Stora was walking his dog at the time of the attack, according to Kate's TikTok video. Authorities revealed that Stora had previously been accused of attacking other women. Kate's video served as a catalyst for other women on TikTok to share their own experiences of random attacks. One such individual, Mikayla Toninato, posted a video on the same day, tagging Kate and recounting a similar incident that occurred to her. "I was looking down at my phone, texting, and then, out of nowhere, this man just came up and hit me in the face," Toninato explained in the video. It is unclear whether Toninato filed a police report or if the NYPD launched an investigation into the incident. Billionaire Elon Musk also raised concern on women being punched randomly by strangers in New York City. Also read: Here's why narcissists are happier in their lives than psychopaths The Tesla CEO was reacting to a video Halley Kate, a TikTok user, who uploaded a video on Monday following one of the assaults currently under investigation by New York Police. In the video, Ms Kate, with 1.1 million followers on TikTok, said she was walking when a "man came up and punched me in the face". Many other women have shared similar stories of being unexpectedly punched while walking. "Failure to prosecute crime in New York and many other US cities allows violent criminals to assault women at will! The governor had to call out the national guard just so people could ride the subway," Musk said while sharing a post on X. Failure to prosecute crime in New York (and many other US cities) allows violent criminals to assault women at will! The governor had to call out the national guard just so people could ride the subway. https://t.co/G6cx8X0GAc — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 28, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

Women in NYC report being punched by strangers ‘out of nowhere’, Elon Musk reacts

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Baltimore's collapsed bridge reconstruction is expected to take anywhere from 18 months to several years, and the estimated $400 million in expenditures could double that amount, according to experts.

The timeline depends on a number of variables, most of which are now unknown, including the bridge's design and how quickly government representatives handle contract awards and permit approvals.

Professor Ben Schafer of Johns Hopkins University engineering offers a reasonable five-to seven-year schedule based on analogies with lead times in other construction industries.

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Some experts, such as Sameh Badie from George Washington University, are optimistic about completion, estimating it to take between 18 months and 2 years.

The new tragedy emphasises how urgently restoration activities must be undertaken. It is reminiscent of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge collapse in Florida in 1980. One notable example of a project completed quickly is the Minnesota Interstate 35W bridge, which was rebuilt quickly after collapsing in 2007.

Although the sources of funds, including the government support promised by President Joe Biden, are still unknown, coordinated efforts are anticipated to reduce the bureaucratic backlog.

Experts estimate that, depending on design complexity and material availability, the project might cost between $500 million and $1 billion, notwithstanding obstacles including unstable steel pricing and a shortage of construction resources.

In order to reduce future dangers, Hota GangaRao from West Virginia University emphasises the intricacy of using the current pier foundations as opposed to repositioning supports and the associated financial consequences.

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Emeritus engineering professor Norma Jean Mattei of The University of New Orleans highlights the complex procedure that goes into replacing such a vital infrastructure, stressing the length of time needed for planning, obtaining permits, choosing a contractor, and starting construction.

Biden sanctions $60 million, Governor says 'very long road ahead'

Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Thursday (Mar 28) said it is a “very long road ahead" as the Biden administration sanctioned a federal aid of $60 million after the deadly collapse.

Moore said that “the best minds in the world" have been making plans to clear the debris and shift the cargo ship which had rammed into the bridge. "Government is working hand in hand with industry to investigate the area, including the wreck, and remove the ship," the governor said.

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“This work is not going to take hours. This work is not going to take days. This work is not going to take weeks. We have a very long road ahead of us," Moore added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Baltimore's collapsed bridge reconstruction is expected to take anywhere from 18 months to several years, and the estimated $400 million in expenditures could double that amount, according to experts.

Baltimore's collapsed bridge reconstruction is expected to take anywhere from 18 months to several years, and the estimated $400 million in expenditures could double that amount, according to experts. The timeline depends on a number of variables, most of which are now unknown, including the bridge's design and how quickly government representatives handle contract awards and permit approvals. Professor Ben Schafer of Johns Hopkins University engineering offers a reasonable five-to seven-year schedule based on analogies with lead times in other construction industries. Also Read: Biden says he commuted over Baltimore bridge by train 'many times'. The problem? It has no rail tracks! Some experts, such as Sameh Badie from George Washington University, are optimistic about completion, estimating it to take between 18 months and 2 years. The new tragedy emphasises how urgently restoration activities must be undertaken. It is reminiscent of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge collapse in Florida in 1980. One notable example of a project completed quickly is the Minnesota Interstate 35W bridge, which was rebuilt quickly after collapsing in 2007. Although the sources of funds, including the government support promised by President Joe Biden, are still unknown, coordinated efforts are anticipated to reduce the bureaucratic backlog. Experts estimate that, depending on design complexity and material availability, the project might cost between $500 million and $1 billion, notwithstanding obstacles including unstable steel pricing and a shortage of construction resources. In order to reduce future dangers, Hota GangaRao from West Virginia University emphasises the intricacy of using the current pier foundations as opposed to repositioning supports and the associated financial consequences. Also read: Efforts escalate to clear Baltimore bridge debris after massive crisis Emeritus engineering professor Norma Jean Mattei of The University of New Orleans highlights the complex procedure that goes into replacing such a vital infrastructure, stressing the length of time needed for planning, obtaining permits, choosing a contractor, and starting construction. Biden sanctions $60 million, Governor says 'very long road ahead' Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Thursday (Mar 28) said it is a “very long road ahead" as the Biden administration sanctioned a federal aid of $60 million after the deadly collapse. Moore said that “the best minds in the world" have been making plans to clear the debris and shift the cargo ship which had rammed into the bridge. "Government is working hand in hand with industry to investigate the area, including the wreck, and remove the ship," the governor said. Also read: Source of Baltimore port ship spillage not known “This work is not going to take hours. This work is not going to take days. This work is not going to take weeks. We have a very long road ahead of us," Moore added. (With inputs from agencies)

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New York is already an expensive place to travel, but things have just become worse,&nbsp;transit authorities authorised a controversial $15 toll for cars entering the busiest area of Manhattan, which is scheduled to go into force in mid-June.

In an attempt to promote public transportation use and ease traffic in town and lower Manhattan, the board of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority of New York voted 11-1 to charge the congestion toll. This will help decrease pollution.

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The price, which is comparable to current programmes in Singapore, London, and Stockholm, will be the first of its kind in an American city. Federal approval is initially required, and then toll collection mechanisms must be established.

Along with any existing bridge or tunnel taxes, drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street from Queens, Brooklyn, and neighbouring New Jersey will be charged $15 during the day and $3.75 at night for passengers and small commercial vehicles.

During the day, trucks and sightseeing buses will pay between $24 and $36; at night, they will pay less. According to the MTA, ridesharing services like Uber will be allowed to charge $2.50 each trip, while taxis would charge $1.25 for each passenger into the zone.

Specialised city cars, emergency vehicles, and vehicles transporting individuals with disabilities will be the only ones excluded. Drivers in the congestion zone with low incomes will be eligible for discounted costs.

MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber called the vote "one of the most significant the board has ever undertaken," and said in a statement, "The MTA is ready."

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The MTA plans to use more than $1 billion it will get from the new toll to finance system expansions, modernise subway signals, and renovate stations to make them more accessible.

"One of the biggest goals of this is to finally attack congestion, but the other side of the equation is to invest more in transit," Lieber stated.

But critics, especially already stressed-out commuters, have howled over the new toll, and several lawsuits are already under way.

(With inputs from agencies)

New York is already an expensive place to travel, but things have just become worse, transit authorities authorised a controversial $15 toll for cars entering the busiest area of Manhattan, which is scheduled to go into force in mid-June.

New York is already an expensive place to travel, but things have just become worse, transit authorities authorised a controversial $15 toll for cars entering the busiest area of Manhattan, which is scheduled to go into force in mid-June. In an attempt to promote public transportation use and ease traffic in town and lower Manhattan, the board of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority of New York voted 11-1 to charge the congestion toll. This will help decrease pollution. Also read: US presidential hopeful Trump pushes legal challenges in hush money, poll subversion cases: Report The price, which is comparable to current programmes in Singapore, London, and Stockholm, will be the first of its kind in an American city. Federal approval is initially required, and then toll collection mechanisms must be established. Along with any existing bridge or tunnel taxes, drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street from Queens, Brooklyn, and neighbouring New Jersey will be charged $15 during the day and $3.75 at night for passengers and small commercial vehicles. During the day, trucks and sightseeing buses will pay between $24 and $36; at night, they will pay less. According to the MTA, ridesharing services like Uber will be allowed to charge $2.50 each trip, while taxis would charge $1.25 for each passenger into the zone. Specialised city cars, emergency vehicles, and vehicles transporting individuals with disabilities will be the only ones excluded. Drivers in the congestion zone with low incomes will be eligible for discounted costs. MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber called the vote "one of the most significant the board has ever undertaken," and said in a statement, "The MTA is ready." Also read: Baltimore bridge collapse: Flammables, corrosives found on ship as largest crane helps clear channel The MTA plans to use more than $1 billion it will get from the new toll to finance system expansions, modernise subway signals, and renovate stations to make them more accessible. "One of the biggest goals of this is to finally attack congestion, but the other side of the equation is to invest more in transit," Lieber stated. But critics, especially already stressed-out commuters, have howled over the new toll, and several lawsuits are already under way. (With inputs from agencies)

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A group of immigrant workers gathered at the Baltimore offices of Casa a Maryland-based immigration advocacy group where they mourned the lives lost on the bridge collapse. This comes as a crane that can lift a thousand tons described as one of the largest on the Eastern Seaboard arrived near the site of a collapsed highway bridge as crews prepare to begin clearing wreckage that is hindering the search for four workers missing and presumed dead.

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In a first, US President Joe Biden wrote a letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday (March 29). In the letter, President Biden assured the newly elected Prime Minister of Pakistan that his government fully backs Shehbaz Sharif's government and that the ties between the two nations are important for bilateral and regional peace and security.

In a first, US President Joe Biden wrote a letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday (March 29). In the letter, President Biden assured the newly elected Prime Minister of Pakistan that his government fully backs Shehbaz Sharif's government and that the ties between the two nations are important for bilateral and regional peace and security. "The enduring partnership between our nations remains critical to ensuring the security of our people—and people around the world—and the United States will continue to stand with Pakistan to tackle the most pressing global and regional challenges of our time," Biden wrote according to the contents of the letter shared by the US Embassy. Since Biden assumed office in 2021, there has been no communication between the US President and any of Pakistan's PMs. He neither congratulated Prime Minister Imran Khan after his victory nor called Shehbaz Sharif when he won over Imran Khan in April 2022. What did Joe Biden write in the letter? "That includes advancing our shared vision for a future of greater health security, economic growth, and access to education for all. Through our U.S.-Pakistan “Green Alliance” framework, we will also continue to strengthen our climate resilience, support sustainable agriculture and water management, and assist with Pakistan’s recovery from the devastating floods in 2022. And, the United States remains committed to working with Pakistan to protect human rights and promote progress," President Biden's letter read. "Together, we will continue to forge a strong partnership between our nations, and a close bond between our people," the letter concluded. Why is this letter important for Pakistan? Considering how Islamabad's relations with the White House have strained, this letter holds significance for Pakistan's government. The US-Pak ties have had multiple ups and downs following the withdrawal of international forces from Afghanistan. During his tenure, former Prime Minister Imran Khan blamed Washington for conspiring, in collaboration with Pakistan’s military to remove him from office through a vote of no-confidence.

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