Flights across the UK experienced significant disruption due to a technical issue at the NATS air traffic control center, leading to cancellations and delays, but operations are gradually returning to normal after the system was restored. Calls for investigation and accountability have been made, with ongoing concerns about system reliability.
A cruise ship has departed from the Baltimore port for the first time since the collapse of the Key Bridge, marking a significant milestone in the port's recovery and resumption of operations.
Tesla's German gigafactory near Berlin is expected to take some time to fully resume production following a week-long power outage, which was caused by a suspected arson attack on a nearby pylon. The plant head, Andre Thierig, stated that while it will take some time to fully resume production, the most important step has been taken, and the factory has been reconnected to the electricity grid.
The US and China have resumed military contacts at the highest level, signaling a potential thaw in their strained relationship. The move comes as both countries seek to address their differences and find common ground on various issues. This resumption of military contacts could help improve communication and reduce the risk of misunderstandings or miscalculations between the two superpowers.
The manga "The Magnum Opus Performed By Four Sages" resumes on January 19th, 2024, featuring a story about four sages who successfully connect the world of man to the divine and diabolic realms, gaining incredible powers and influencing the course of history. One of the main characters is Crowley.
Blue Origin is set to resume its New Shepard suborbital launches with the NS-24 mission, following a mishap over 15 months ago. The uncrewed flight, scheduled for no earlier than December 18, will carry 33 experiments and 38,000 postcards. The mishap investigation concluded that a structural failure of the BE-3PM engine's nozzle caused the problem. The Federal Aviation Administration identified 21 corrective actions for Blue Origin to undertake before flying again. The long delay in returning New Shepard to flight had led to speculation about the company's priorities, but it has since won a NASA contract and continued work on other projects.
The United States will resume providing food aid to Ethiopia next month after a five-month suspension due to allegations of widespread theft. The Ethiopian government has agreed to implement reforms, including joint lists of the needy with aid groups and community members, third-party monitoring, and new identification cards for households. The government will no longer be responsible for securing warehouses, and aid agencies will have control. The resumption of aid comes as millions of Ethiopians continue to face food insecurity due to civil war, drought, and inflation.
Flight operations at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport were suspended after two missiles fell in the surrounding area. The suspension affected several flights, including El Al #LY612 from Moscow and #LY5142 from Larnaca. However, flights are expected to slowly resume.
Beams have been injected into the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) ahead of schedule, following the repair of a vacuum leak. The LHC will now undergo recommissioning and fine-tuning to ensure it is ready for physics research. The focus for the rest of the year will be on heavy ion physics, with a proton-proton reference run followed by lead ion collisions. The resumption of beam operation is a testament to the dedication and innovation of CERN's scientific and technical teams.
Iraq's oil minister and his Turkish counterpart did not reach an immediate agreement to resume Iraq's northern oil exports during their meeting in Ankara. Turkey halted the flows in March after an arbitration ruling ordered Ankara to pay damages for unauthorized exports by the Kurdistan Regional Government. The ministers agreed to hold further talks to finalize pipeline maintenance before resuming oil flow. The visit aimed to reach common ground and agree on a clear date for the resumption of oil exports.
Federal student loan borrowers in the U.S. will have to resume making monthly payments starting in October, after a pandemic-era pause that lasted over three years. The average monthly bill ranges from $200 to $299 per person, with interest accruing from September. Borrowers are encouraged to consider income-driven repayment plans or apply for forbearance or deferment if they can't afford the payments. The resumption of loan payments may lead to reduced spending in other areas, particularly retail, potentially impacting brands and retailers. The Supreme Court struck down President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, but efforts to reduce student loan debt continue.
The US is bracing for an economic hit as student loan debt payments are set to resume, with millions of borrowers facing the challenge of repaying their loans amid a struggling job market and ongoing pandemic. The resumption of payments could have a significant impact on consumer spending and the overall economy, as individuals may have less disposable income to contribute to other sectors.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has allowed flights to resume at most airports in the Washington, D.C. area after grounding them due to a technical issue. Reagan National Airport in Virginia and Dulles International Airport in Virginia were among the airports affected by the grounding.
Iraqi authorities have reached a preliminary deal to resume oil exports to Turkey, which were halted earlier this year due to a dispute over payments. The agreement is expected to be finalized soon, and will allow Iraq to resume exports of around 400,000 barrels per day through the Turkish port of Ceyhan.
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, suspended all trading, deposits, and withdrawals due to a bug on a trailing stop order. The shutdown immediately impacted Bitcoin, with prices dropping from $28,055 to $27,541 within minutes. CEO Changpeng Zhao reassured traders that all funds were safe and trading was expected to resume within two hours. Trading resumed at 10 am EDT, with trailing stop order functionality temporarily suspended until further notice.