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Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply. [TheTopNews] Read More.25 mins ago - Providence Isn’t an Official World Cup Host, but It Sure Is Acting Like One
A stadium outside Boston that will host seven World Cup games is actually closer to Providence, R.I., prompting officials there to capitalize on that proximity to lure fans. [TheTopNews] Read More.29 mins ago - United flight returns midair after Bluetooth device name reportedly sparks secur...
A United Airlines flight bound for Spain returned to Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday night after a potential security concern prompted the aircraft to turn around over the Atlantic Ocean.United Flight 236 departed Newark en route to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, but reversed course about 90 minutes into the trip and landed back in New Jersey later that evening.A spokesperson for United Airlines told FOX Business there were 190 passengers and 12 crew members aboard the Boeing 767 aircraft."United flight 236 from Newark to Palma De Mallorca, Spain safely returned to Newark to address a potential security concern," the airline said in a statement. "The flight continued to Palma De Mallorca with a new crew."UNITED FLIGHT CARRYING 221 PASSENGERS HITS POLE AND TRUCK ON APPROACH TO NEWARKAirLive.net reported that the incident began after flight attendants instructed passengers to disable their Bluetooth connections. Passengers later said the crew repeatedly warned that the request came from United's operations center and that the flight could not continue unless the issue was resolved.One passenger told the outlet that crew members made several announcements regarding a potential safety concern linked to a Bluetooth device and eventually issued a final warning before the aircraft changed course.The warnings reportedly became increasingly urgent as crew members attempted to identify the source of the device. Passengers cited by the publication said flight attendants indicated the issue had been escalated and that the aircraft could be forced to return if the matter remained unresolved.UNITED PILOT REPORTS MIDAIR DRONE SCARE NEAR AIRPORT DURING LANDING APPROACHAir traffic control communications reviewed by AirLive.net indicated the aircraft returned to Newark after concerns arose about the name of a Bluetooth-enabled device visible to others onboard.The outlet reported that the device's discoverable name included the word "bomb," which led to a security response and the flight's eventual return to Newark.The flight crew ultimately decided to discontinue the trip and return to Newark rather than continue across the Atlantic with the issue unresolved, according to the report.UNITED AIRLINES RAISING TICKET PRICES UP TO 20% AS FUEL COSTS SURGE AMID IRAN WARAfter the aircraft landed safely, law enforcement officers and security personnel met the plane. Passengers were removed while authorities conducted a security inspection.Travelers were permitted to take only limited personal items with them as they exited the aircraft, according to the report. Passengers were later rescreened before boarding a replacement flight, while the aircraft and checked… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - U.S. Military Is Quietly Guiding Ships Through the Strait of HormuzU.S. Central Command has helped around 70 commercial ships pass through the strait in the last three weeks, an official said. [TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
- Burger King brings back fan favorite for the first time in 15 yearsBurger King is bringing back its Crown Nuggets for the first time in 15 years, reviving a nostalgic menu item that fans have repeatedly pushed the fast-food chain to restore.The crown-shaped chicken nuggets will return to Burger King restaurants nationwide starting June 2 and will be available while supplies last, the Miami-based company announced this week. The rollout marks the first time the nuggets have appeared on menus since 2011."We’ve been committed to creating awesome experiences for the whole family and listening to our Guests, and bringing back our Crown Nuggets allows us to do both of those things," Burger King's Chief Marketing Officer Joel Yashinsky said in a statement."And, by partnering with Crayola, the brand known for inspiring creativity and imagination to generations of families, we’ve created a King Jr. Meal experience that brings more fun and interaction to mealtime for Guests of all ages."BURGER KING MAKES CHANGES TO SIGNATURE WHOPPER FOR FIRST TIME IN NEARLY A DECADEStarting June 9, the limited-time kids meal will include a co-branded 4-pack of Crayola crayons, a colorable crown and a meal bag. The nuggets will be available as an 8-piece order and as part of Burger King’s $3.99 King Jr. Meal, which comes with a side and a drink."Crayola has always been focused on creating fun for the whole family, making this partnership with Burger King a natural fit," Crayola's Head of Global Partnerships Anna Roca said in a statement. "Together, we’re creating moments that encourage families to be engaged, get creative and make everyday mealtime experiences even more colorful."WISCONSIN DEMANDS $1M FROM BURGER KING FRANCHISEE OVER ALLEGED VIOLATIONSCustomers greeted the announcement as a long-awaited comeback."I miss them so much," one fan wrote on Reddit.Another celebrated the return with a "we are so back."NAKED MAN FOUND BEHIND BURGER KING WITH AMNESIA MAY HAVE HIDDEN MYSTERIOUS PAST FOR DECADESThe Crown Nuggets comeback comes during a year of menu and branding moves for Burger King. Earlier this year, the chain announced updates to its signature Whopper, including a new bun and packaging, saying the changes were based on customer feedback rather than a full reinvention of the burger."We fired the king and crowned you," an ad campaign said in hailing the return to its roots.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HEREBurger King, founded in 1954, operates more than 19,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and U.S. territories, with most locations owned… [TheTopNews] Read More.5 hours ago
- Tax-weary Americans flee blue states for Republican-led southern havensAmericans are voting with their feet, leaving high-tax blue states for lower-cost, Republican-led states and reshaping the nation’s economic and political map, according to new Census Bureau data.As states battle for residents and businesses, low-tax red states are attracting jobs, investment and population growth. Democratic-led states continue relying on higher taxes to fund public services and social programs, even as companies and wealthy residents move elsewhere.With affordability set to dominate the 2026 midterms, the migration trend points to continued appeal for Republican-backed economic policies, despite Democrats' attempts to pin economic frustrations on President Donald Trump.If the trend persists, it could also reshape the political landscape, increasing the influence of faster-growing states in both state capitals and Washington.AMERICA’S NEXT ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE MAY BE RISING IN RED-STATE TERRITORYCensus Bureau data show the nation's highest-tax states are losing residents, while Southern and Sun Belt states continue posting some of the strongest population gains. Seeking lower housing costs, lighter tax burdens and a more affordable cost of living, Americans are increasingly leaving high-cost coastal states that have seen domestic outmigration accelerate in recent years.The migration shift reflects a broader divide over taxation and government spending.New York collected more state and local taxes per resident than any other state in fiscal year 2023, at $12,506, according to Census Bureau data. Democratic-led Connecticut, New Jersey and California also ranked among the nation's most heavily taxed states.Connecticut collected $9,388 in state and local taxes per resident, while New Jersey collected $9,178. Many of those states rely on progressive income tax systems to fund public schools, mass transit and other government services.THE RED STATES RACING AHEAD IN AMERICA’S POWERFUL WEALTH BOOM — AND THE STATES FALLING BEHINDBy contrast, Mississippi, Tennessee and Alabama ranked among the lowest in per-capita tax collections, reflecting a governing philosophy centered on lower taxes and a lighter burden on residents and businesses.That approach appears to be attracting both people and investment. Several Republican-led states have embraced aggressive tax-cutting strategies aimed at drawing workers, retirees and businesses.Tennessee has no state income tax, while Arizona recently adopted a flat tax. Mississippi and South Carolina have enacted multi-year tax-cut plans and are pursuing the eventual elimination of their state income taxes altogether.Supporters of the lower-tax approach argue it has helped drive migration to the South and Sun Belt, particularly as remote work gives Americans more flexibility over where they live and businesses greater freedom over where they… [TheTopNews] Read More.5 hours ago
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