Alaska Airlines grounds eight jets over tail equipment issue
Grounded jets tied to Flight 261 crash concerns as FAA ordered inspections of nearly 1100 planes focusing on jackscrew, a tail stabilizer part. Alaska had eight planes offline with six showing metal shavings or gritty residue around jackscrews, while most others returned to service after checks.
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Serbia seeks international action over Tisa cyanide spill
Serbia announced it will seek compensation from responsible parties at an international court for a cyanide spill that devastated the Tisa River ecosystem crossing Romania Hungary and Yugoslavia. Officials warned recovery could take years while stressing potential risks to wells soil and livestock.
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Quality of life provisions rise in defense budget plan
Washington reports outline a proposed $277 billion Pentagon budget emphasizing improved troop quality of life. Defense Secretary Cohen cites pay raises, cheaper housing, and easier access to health care as crucial to recruiting and retention. Veterans 65 and older health benefits remain unaddressed due to cost.
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Free online tax filing grows with e submissions gains
A rise in electronic tax filing is driven by IRS targets and private software rollouts. Firms like Intuit, Microsoft, and H and R Block offer free or low cost online options, with programs aimed at students and low income filers. Online filing reduces audit risk and speeds refunds, though ads and pitches accompany free services.
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Rock star Bowie and Iman announce expected child in August
Rock icon David Bowie and wife Iman say they expect their first child in August. The couple, married since 1992, note they wanted to wait for the right circumstances and avoid overwork in the child’s early years. Bowie mentions a long, patient wait and joy in the news.
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