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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby wants a new competitor to Airbus and Boeing—but think it’s ‘unlikely’ China’s COMAC fills the gap

Two companies, Boeing and Airbus, have dominated the aviation industry for decades. But Boeing’s recent struggles with safety this year, as well as production shortages for both planemakers, could be pushing carriers to wonder whether it’s time to change up the competitive landscape. “We need more competition in the aerospace business,” United Airlines CEO Scott […]

Israel agrees to buy 25 F-35 fighters jets from the United States

Israel has agreed to buy 25 F-35 fighters jets from the United States, the Defence Ministry confirmed on Tuesday. The ministry said this is the third squadron of Lockheed Martin fighter jets of this type to be integrated into the Israeli armed forces. The Israeli Air Force will then have 75 of these stealth jets […]

San Jose no longer 10th largest city in United States

SAN JOSE, Calif. – San Jose is no longer the 10th largest city in the United States. The home of eBay and Adobe is now the 13th, according to the US Census Bureau, reported by Richmond Confidential.  The U.S. Census Bureau estimates San Jose’s population was 969,655 on July 1, 2023, down just over 1,500 […]

Manchester United star Casemiro joins board of directors at ambitious Marbella

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has joined the board of directors at Marbella after becoming a stakeholder in the Spanish fourth-tier club. Marbella have announced the 32-year-old Brazilian’s “incorporation into the club’s shareholding structure” on social media. The club said: “The enthusiasm and commitment that Casemiro shows with the Marbella project is evident with his incorporation […]

Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leaves

What the papers say Jadon Sancho is reportedly willing to return to Manchester United but only if manager Erik ten Hag leaves the club this summer, according to the Mirror. Sancho has been on loan at Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund after falling out with the United manager earlier in the season. Crystal Palace are […]

The United States is lurching towards civil war

When the news of the Trump verdict came over the car radio, I almost had to pull over. My thought was: “This is Fort Sumter.” Just as when the South decided to shell a Northern-held fort in 1861, it felt like the no-turning-back, first shot fired in an inevitable civil war. Why was I so […]

How Much Will United Parcel Service Pay Out in Dividends This Year?

Logistics stalwart United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) is a name that investors follow closely thanks to the growth of e-commerce. Its allure, however, transcends its premier logistics company status as it has been steadily growing its robust dividend for 15 years — an encouraging sign for those looking to supplement their passive income streams. But […]

The United States at last casts off caution in its support for Ukraine

Over 800 days into Europe’s bloodiest conflict since the Second World War, Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine shows no sign of relenting. Despite tens of thousands killed on both sides, and Ukrainian cities still facing daily, deadly bombardments, Russian president Vladimir Putin – emboldened by Western equivocation – has not abandoned his maximalist objectives, seeking […]

TUV leader sets election priority as ‘reunifying the United Kingdom’

TUV leader Jim Allister set his priority as “reunifying the United Kingdom” as he unveiled candidates for the upcoming UK General Election that included several former DUP members, including former Stormont health minister Jim Wells. Mr Wells, a DUP member for 47 years, will stand in South Down for TUV/Reform UK, while former DUP director […]