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Planes collide and catch fire at Japan’s busy Haneda airport, killing 5. Hundreds evacuated safely

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — A passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard aircraft collided on the runway at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport on Tuesday and burst into flames, with five people on the smaller plane killed, officials said.All 379 people on Japan Airlines flight JAL-516 got out safely before the plane was engulfed in flames, Transport Minister Tetsuo Saito confirmed. The pilot of the coast guard plane escaped but the five crew members died, Saito said.Tuesday’s accident was the first time one of the Airbus A350, among the industry’s newest large passenger planes, was severely damaged. It entered commercial service in 2015.The Japan Airlines A350 had flown from Shin Chitose airport near the city of Sapporo, the transport minister said.Coast guard spokesperson Yoshinori Yanagishima said its Bombardier Dash-8 plane, which is based at Haneda, had been due to head to Niigata to deliver relief goods to residents affected by a deadly earthquake in the region on Monday. The turboprop Dash-8 is wi...

Plane burns on runway at Tokyo airport after collision, five dead

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — A passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard aircraft collided on the runway at Tokyo's Haneda Airport on Tuesday and burst into flames.Transport Minister Tetsuo Saito confirmed that all 379 occupants of Japan Airlines flight JAL-516 got out safely before the plane was entirely engulfed in flames. The pilot of the coast guard plane also escaped, but five crewmembers died, Saito said. Local TV video showed a large eruption of fire and smoke from the side of the Japan Airlines plane as it taxied after landing. The area around the wing then caught fire. Footage an hour later showed the plane fully on fire.The JAL plane was an Airbus A-350 that had flown from Shin Chitose airport, near the city of Sapporo, to Haneda, the transport minister said.Coast Guard spokesperson Yoshinori Yanagishima said its plane was MA-722, a Bombardier Dash-8. The plane, which is based at Haneda, had been due to head to Niigata to deliver relief goods to residents a...

WATCH: Cat saves dog from attacking coyotes

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) – A dog in Oklahoma is alive and wagging her tail thanks to the family cat who scared off two attacking coyotes. Oakley, a dog, and Binx, a cat, have very different personalities, according to their owners. But they've been family ever since Binx wandered into their lives."She was neighborhood cat [who] just showed up when she was about two months old," said owner Lane Dyer. These 10 states have the most spoiled dogs, according to survey On Nov. 30, Binx also proved her devotion to Oakley after the Havanese dog was injured by a couple of coyotes.Security footage recorded by the Dyer family shows the 6-year-old dog being let outside to go to the bathroom, at which point she was attacked by a coyote "out of nowhere," Dyer recalled. Then another coyote arrived, the video showed.Thankfully, Binx soon appeared. "[Binx] jumped down and scared them off, it was the craziest thing ever," said Dyer.Binx, courtesy of Lane DyerBinx's brave actions gave Oakley enough time ...

A cockatiel is the first pet featured in 2024 in the Morning Report

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

Our weekday newsletter, the Morning Report, signs off with a daily photo of a pet.In January, our first pet of 2024 is a cockatiel called Koi Koi.Check out slideshows of the pets featured in 2023.Sign up for the Morning Report or any of our other newsletters (they are all free) by following the prompts at twincities.com/newsletters.Happy New Year!Tuesday, Jan. 2“Bailey is studying to be a veterinarian and has a lot of pets to keep her company,” writes Shari, Bailey’s friend. “This is Koi Koi, a cockatiel about seven years old. Koi Koi is a bird of few words but loves attention. He particularly likes to say ‘Pretty bird,’ as that is what he is!”He sure is!Yes, Koi Koi, you ARE a pretty bird!Related ArticlesLocal News | Cats unharmed after fire at St. Paul auto repair shop known for feline inhabitants Local News | As mushers wait for snow, organizers consider postponing Beargrease sled dog race Local News | ...

Drunk Rotterdam driver strikes multiple victims

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Rotterdam man was arrested on Wednesday after striking multiple pedestrians while driving drunk in Schenectady, according to New York State Police. Antonio Marotta II, 28, faces multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! On Wednesday, around 10:15 p.m., state police responded to the intersection of Albany Street and Hulett Street in Schenectady for reports of pedestrians who were struck by a car. Along with help from the Schenectady Police Department, the car that fled the area was found stopped on Craig Street. Police identified the driver as Marotta. Two pedestrians were hit and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. They were both evaluated and taken to Ellis Hospital for treatment. Troy man charged with arson in Veterans of Lansingburgh Club fire Charges:Third-degree assault (two counts)Driving while intoxicatedOther vehicle and traffic law violationsMarotta was taken to Princetown state pol...

Wilton Mall movie theater to reopen

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

WILTON MALL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The movie theater in the Wilton Mall, which has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to reopen. Scene One Entertainment, formerly known as Bow Tie Management, is reopening the theater. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! "We’re thrilled to add the Wilton Mall Cinemas back ‘to the family.’ It first opened on my birthday in 2013, so this one holds a special meaning for me,” said Joe Masher, owner and CEO of Scene One Entertainment. “The theater is in fantastic shape and the mall has maintained it beautifully since its pandemic closure."The movie theater opened in October 2013 by Bow Tie Cinemas before closing in 2020. The Wilton Mall Cinemas will have eight screens, Dolby Digital surround sound, leather rocking chairs, concessions, and a private party room. Movie theater operator rebrands, buys Huck Finn’s Playland “Scene One Cinemas fulfills one of the most-requested uses from guests and brings th...

Troy man charged with arson in Veterans of Lansingburgh Club fire

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Troy man was arrested on Monday and is charged with arson after a fire occurred at the Veterans of Lansingburgh. Michael Christiansen, 43, faces multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! According to Troy Police, around 9 p.m., crews received multiple 911 calls regarding an exterior fire at the Veterans of Lansingburgh at 777 1st Avenue in Troy. Troy firefighters began working, and thanks to community members and Veterans of Lansingburgh staff, a suspect was identified within minutes. The fire was quickly extinguished and damage was limited. The suspect, identified as Christiansen, was taken to Central Station for processing and was held for arraignment to occur at 9 a.m. in Troy City Court. Search for two missing adults with special needs in Mariaville Charges:Third-degree arsonPossession of an open container of an alcoholic beverageThis incident is still under investigation. Police will continue to ...

Two missing vulnerable adults found at Cobleskill Walmart

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Schenectady County Sheriff's Office has confirmed with NEWS10 that the two missing vulnerable adults, Malachi Williams and Ryan Williams, have been found. Law enforcement conducted a large search for the two missing adults with special needs early Tuesday morning near Mariaville. Malachi Williams (left) and Ryan Williams (right) images courtesy of Schenectady County Sheriff's Office Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Schenectady County Undersheriff James Barrett says the two went missing from 7969 Mariaville Road between 10 p.m. Monday last night and early Tuesday morning. Drone units, K9s, and several local agencies were on the scene to help with the search. both were found at the Cobleskill Walmart. Acres of local forest are currently being searched. This is a developing story. Stick with NEWS10 as more information becomes available.

Family loses home after trailer fire in Bethalto, Illinois

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

BETHALTO, Ill. - Two people in Bethalto, Illinois, lost their homes Tuesday morning when their trailer went up in flames.Firefighters were called to Wesley Drive around 6:30 a.m. They say the trailer went up in flames in about six minutes. St. Louis home riddled with bullets during short-term rental party Both people living there were able to get out safely; they were treated for smoke inhalation.

Free and cheap things to do in Denver in January: Denver Zoo, stock show, mystery movies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:29:43 GMT

Plastic bag changesPlastic bag rules are changing.Get ready for more plastic bag changes in the new year. Starting Jan. 1, House Bill 21-1162 goes into effect in Colorado. The act prohibits stores and restaurants from providing single-use plastic carryout bags. That means that no plastic bags will be available at all, even for purchase at 10 cents. A store may only furnish a recycled paper bag for 10 cents, but aren’t required to do so. Many are opting not to provide plastic or paper bags at all. If you forget your reusable bags in 2024, there will be three options: Buy a recycled paper bag at 10 cents (if available); purchase a reusable bag at checkout; or carry your purchases by hand. More information about the changes and tips on remembering your bags are at milehighonthecheap.com.$1 Mystery Movie MondayEnjoy a major plot twist even before the movie starts at Regal Cinemas’ Mystery Movie Mondays. You can be the first to experience a new release before it opens to the public, usua...