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More than 60 World War II veterans are set to depart Dallas for France on Friday to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings.The group, ranging in age from 96 to 107, will be flying first to Paris, American Airlines said. One of several These are the people who take veterans to France for the commemoration ceremonies.The group will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Suresnes American Military Cemetery, visit the Eiffel Tower and take part in the daily ceremony known as the “Carnage of Fire” at the Arc de Triomphe to commemorate…
More than 60 World War II veterans are set to depart Dallas for France on Friday to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings.The group, ranging in age from 96 to 107, will be flying first to Paris, American Airlines said. One of several These are the people who take veterans to France for the commemoration ceremonies.The group will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Suresnes American Military Cemetery, visit the Eiffel Tower and take part in the daily ceremony known as the “Carnage of Fire” at the Arc de Triomphe to commemorate…
This article is the first of a two-part series by physicist Eric Hedin and is reprinted with permission from Evolution News. Next is part 2. Reports of newly discovered exoplanets, especially those that share even the slightest overlap in parameters similar to Earth, are a staple of science news. While these discoveries are exciting from an astronomical point of view, attention often relies on speculation that these planets might one day become homes to humans. The idea of extraterrestrial life operating on the surfaces of planets that are not hellishly hot, or trapped in the frozen outer reaches of distant…
This article is the second of a two-part series by physicist Eric Hedin and is reprinted with permission from Evolution News. Part 1 is here. Simply reducing the mass of the spacecraft won't solve the problem. Imagine replacing your 747-sized spacecraft with a much smaller 4,500 kg economy model, about the size of a Winnebago camper trailer, that's 1/89th the mass of the original spacecraft. Unfortunately, this means that the energy needed to get there is 54 times the total energy consumption of the United States for one year. Yes, we need a lot of energy, and apparently what we…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Law Enforcement waited nearly two years to tell the Orlando Sentinel that financial details of Gov. Ron DeSantis' flights to Fort Pierce and Live Oak were not subject to a public records request.The Journal wanted to find out whether DeSantis, who was seeking reelection, held a campaign event in addition to his official event on Aug. 30, 2022, without his campaign reimbursing the state for flight costs.They also wanted to know whether other candidates reimbursed the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for use of the jet, which was purchased with taxpayer money after DeSantis…
©Shutterstock.comMany Americans dream of living in a European city like Paris, Rome or Barcelona, or in a quaint villa in Burgundy, Tuscany or the English countryside.Many European cities and towns paint an idyllic picture of safe places with rich culture and great transport systems, and these portrayals are true, at least to some extent.Check it out: 3 travel destinations similar to Hawaii, but much cheaperRead more: How to get $340 a year in cash back on gas and things you've already boughtHowever, traveling to Europe can be a hassle. In addition to enduring long flights, visiting different parts of Europe…
©Shutterstock.comMany Americans dream of living in a European city like Paris, Rome or Barcelona, or in a quaint villa in Burgundy, Tuscany or the English countryside.Many European cities and towns paint an idyllic picture of safe places with rich culture and great transport systems, and these portrayals are true, at least to some extent.Check it out: 3 travel destinations similar to Hawaii, but much cheaperRead more: How to get $340 a year in cash back on gas and things you've already boughtHowever, traveling to Europe can be a hassle. In addition to enduring long flights, visiting different parts of Europe…
Travel experts share their best tips on how to secure a room at luxury hotels that are reportedly fully booked or nearly impossible to book online.Whether you're planning a trip to a major sporting event, a glamorous beach getaway or simply a city getaway, securing a hotel room is often the most difficult, yet most important, part of a busy summer ahead.Travel experts share their best tips on how to secure a room at luxury hotels that are sold out or nearly impossible to book online.Credit: GettySome websites don't always show the correct information, which can mean missing out on…
“The researchers have documented the longest migration of any silky shark, highlighting its widespread movements in international waters and highlighting the need for global cooperation in shark conservation. The study demonstrates the urgency of establishing regulations to protect marine biodiversity and manage the threats faced by long-distance migrating sharks.”Researchers documented the longest silky shark migration on record and revealed serious conservation gaps that require immediate attention.In a recent study, scientists documented the most extensive migration of silky sharks ever recorded (Japanese Greenfinch) traveled 27,666 kilometers in 546 days. Their study reveals important insights into the behavior of this overfished fish.…
Over the past five years, great strides have been made to improve passenger comfort at cruising altitudes. Hundreds of planes are fitted with sensors that constantly transmit turbulence information to computers on the ground, along with the plane's altitude, speed, and position. The computers then relay the information to other planes participating in the program. This allows pilots to know if there is turbulence ahead and if changing altitude can improve the ride. Airlines participating in the IATA Turbulence Aware program are ANA, Aer Lingus, Air France, Aegean Airlines, China Airlines, Delta Air Lines, easyJet, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways,…