U.S. airlines were notified this week that an investigation is underway into whether they complied with an emergency order requiring flight cuts at 40 major airports during the record government shutdown, the Federal Aviation Administration said Friday.
Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's TV, film studios, and streaming division for $72 billion, a deal that could reshape the global entertainment industry. Initially a fact-finding mission, Netflix recognized the strategic value of Warner Bros.' assets, including its extensive library and complementary business units. The acquisition followed an auction initiated by Warner Bros.
Frank Gehry, who designed some of most imaginative buildings ever constructed and achieved a level of worldwide acclaim seldom afforded any architect, has died. He was 96.
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against AI startup Perplexity. The Times claims Perplexity copied and used its articles without permission for its AI products. This is part of a larger legal battle between publishers and AI companies. Perplexity faces similar accusations from other media outlets. The startup denies wrongdoing, calling the lawsuits an outdated tactic.
The government has long advised that babies be vaccinated against hepatitis B right after birth to prevent serious liver damage that can be caused by the infection.
Myanmar and Tibet were shaken by earthquakes today. A shallow magnitude 3.3 quake hit Myanmar, raising concerns about aftershocks. Earlier, a deeper quake also occurred. Myanmar faces seismic risks due to its location between tectonic plates. Tibet also experienced tremors, including a shallow magnitude 4.3 earthquake. The Tibetan Plateau is prone to seismic activity from plate collisions.
Donald Trump received a new FIFA peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw. FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented the award, citing Trump's efforts for peace. The prize recognizes exceptional actions that unite people globally. This comes amid scrutiny of Trump's administration and his stance on immigration. Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado also acknowledged Trump's support.
