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Federal probe targets airlines’ frequent flyer programs
The Biden administration is investigating frequent flyer programs run by the four largest U.S. airlines — American, Delta, Southwest, and United — over concerns that these programs devalue the points consumers earn and frequently change the number of points or miles needed to book flights. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sent letters to the CEOs of… -
Father of 14-year-old Georgia school shooting suspect charged with murder
The father of the 14-year-old suspect in the shooting at a Georgia high school has been arrested and charged in connection to the deadly incident. And in a surprise move, Hunter Biden has pleaded guilty in his federal tax case. What’s next for the president’s son. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. Father… -
Lego says only 1/3 of educators, parents believe students are engaged in learning
As students return to the classroom, a new report by Lego is looking into whether students are engaged while in class, and how teachers and parents can help build their confidence. It works out that the company behind the report is familiar with the building part. Lego Education released its “State of Classroom Engagement Report”… -
Georgia school shooting suspect was questioned over online threats: FBI
We have new details about the suspect and the victims in the deadly shooting at a Georgia high school. And Boeing’s troubled Starliner spacecraft is set to begin its trip back to Earth without its crew. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. FBI: Suspect in Georgia school shooting was questioned over online threats Authorities… -
DraftKings fined after online slot machine has no winners for a week
DraftKings and White Hat Gaming have been fined over $22,000 after an incident last summer involving 522 online casino players. What happened to those players may have seemed like a case of bad luck at first, but had nothing to do with the laws of probability. It was a problem with the slot machine. According… -
US charges 6 Hamas leaders with terrorism over Oct. 7 attack
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced terrorism charges against senior leaders of Hamas. And with the kickoff to a new NFL season a day away, betting on the games is expected to break records. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. US charges 6 Hamas leaders with terrorism over Oct. 7… -
No link between brain cancer and cellphone use, WHO says
For those reading this report on their cellphone, the World Health Organization has good news. According to a new review commissioned by the WHO, there is no link between cellphone use and brain cancer. That goes for people who make long phone calls, spend a lot of time on their phones or have used a… -
Philadelphia Eagles say team is not behind ‘counterfeit political ads’ of Kamala Harris
The Philadelphia Eagles kick off their 2024 season Friday, Sept. 6, in the first NFL game ever to be played in Brazil. As the Eagles prepare to face the Green Bay Packers abroad, they are facing another issue off the field here at home — tackling a problem described by the team as “counterfeit political… -
Pressure builds for cease-fire deal after 6 hostages killed in Gaza
Calls continue to grow for a cease-fire deal after the bodies of six hostages were recovered in Gaza. And thousands of hotel workers are on strike at major hotel chains across the country. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Pressure builds for cease-fire deal after 6 hostages killed in Gaza Pressure… -
Pakistani man charged with cyberterrorism for misinfo that led to UK riots
Farhan Asif, a 32-year-old freelance web developer, has been charged with cyberterrorism after allegedly spreading false information online about a deadly stabbing in the United Kingdom. Asif was arrested during the week of Aug. 18, at his home in Lahore, Pakistan, by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). According to a police report seen by various… -
Second largest diamond ever found is discovered in Botswana
The second biggest diamond ever found has been unearthed in Botswana. Canadian mining company Lucara Diamond said it discovered the gem in one of its mines in the south African country. The massive 2,492-carat diamond was located using the mining company’s x-ray technology. The company presented it to Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Thursday, Aug.… -
VP Kamala Harris formally accepts Democratic presidential nomination at DNC
Vice President Kamala Harris closed out the Democratic National Convention (DNC) by accepting her party’s nomination for president. And one of the largest diamonds ever found was just unearthed in Botswana. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. VP Kamala Harris formally accepts Democratic presidential nomination at DNC Vice President Kamala… -
WNBA star Angel Reese confirms Reese’s collab after fans’ request
It’s a sweet deal that basketball fans have been craving: The chocolate and peanut butter brand Reese’s has partnered with WNBA star Angel Reese for a merchandise collaboration. So how did this partnership come about? Social media, of course. It all began when Angel Reese posted “Reese’s Pieces, where ya’ll at?” on X to her…