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A sonic boom, a baffling plane crash and a family destroyed: Inside the Virginia tragedy that sparked a F-16 response

No survivors found after Cessna Citation plane wrecked in Virginia mountains following unauthorised flight over Washington, with thunder clap heard as two F-16s went supersonic in race to intercept it. Joe Sommerlad writes

The Independent UK

Washington DC sonic boom: All we know about doomed flight after mysterious fatal crash

A huge sonic boom heard in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia on Sunday was caused after an F-16 jet was scrambled in response to a rogue Cessna Citation jet that wasn't responding to radio signalling

Daily Mirror

Sonic boom in DC – live: MAGA family identified as victims of jet crash that left ‘crater’ in rural Virginia

Loud roar heard over Washington on Sunday, leading many residents to panic as houses shook

The Independent UK

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US jets pursue light aircraft over Washington DC before it crashes in Virginia

The fighter jets caused a sonic boom over the US capital that sent some residents into a brief panic

The Guardian - US

Sonic boom ‘explosion’ shakes Washington DC as fighter jets react to unresponsive plane before crash

‘Loud boom’ heard as far away as Annapolis, Maryland after fighter jets scrambled to intercept private Cessna that strayed into DC airspace

The Independent UK

Washington DC sonic boom: Fighter jets cause loud explosion as private plane crashes

A huge sonic boom heard in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia today was caused as an F-16 jet was scrambled. The FAA confirmed another jet crashed into a mountainous region in southwest Virginia earlier today

Daily Mirror

Google announces Android feature drop right before WWDC — here’s the full list

Google has revealed the latest feature drop coming to Android devices with plenty of upgrades for users to be excited about

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Heads up! Stunning birds are all around us, even in dense cities

If you pay attention, you can see or hear a wide variety of birds, especially in migration season.

WEKU

National Memorial Day Parade 2023 honors Apollo astronauts in US capital (video)

Apollo lunar module pilots Charlie Duke, Harrison Schmitt and Rusty Schweickart joined active NASA astronaut Randy Bresnik in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC.

Space

Fed’s Favorite Inflation Gauge Exceeds Expectations, Fueling Fear Of New Rate Hikes

The U.S. PCE price index rose 4.4% and Core PCE price index rose 4.7% year-over-year in April

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Biden vetoes congressional resolution that sought to nullify D.C. policing law

On May 25, 2023, President Joe Biden (D) vetoed H.J.Res.42 – Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022. This was the fourth veto of his presidency.

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Lidia Bastianich on her new PBS special

"I think for any immigrant, it is a personal choice as to what to bring and what new things to embrace"

Salon

On 3rd anniversary of George Floyd's death, Biden stops GOP-led effort to block DC police reform law

President Joe Biden on Thursday - the third anniversary of George Floyd’s murder - vetoed an effort led by congressional Republicans to overturn new District of Columbia law on improving police accountability

The Independent UK

Washington Commanders may have to change name AGAIN for third time in three years

The Washington DC football franchise might now have more than one reason to change their name as it would be the fourth different name in five years after three changes in the last three seasons

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Roger Goodell: ‘I grew up in Washington D.C…so I understand the passion of the fans’

The NFL commissioner discussed the Commanders' sale and potential new stadium.

Investors Business Daily

Stock Market Losses Widen; Visa Tumble Hurts Dow Jones Average

Stock market losses grew in afternoon trading Tuesday as investors digested retail earnings, debt-ceiling talks and a megadeal in the tech sector.

The Independent UK

Former DC police lieutenant indicted for leaking information to Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio

Proud Boys leader, Enrique Tarrio. was convicted on treason-related charge for his role in January 6 in May

USA Today Sports Media Group

Washington D.C. councilman makes his case for new Commanders’ new stadium at RFK

Councilman Kenyan McDuffie wants to bring the Commanders home to Washington, D.C.

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The Independent UK

Philadelphia's likely next mayor could offer model for how Democrats talk about crime

The Democrat who will almost certainly become Philadelphia’s next mayor wants to hire hundreds of additional police officers and says officers should be able to stop and search pedestrians if they have a legitimate reason to do so

Salon

House Dem flips the script on GOP, crime

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett calls out House Republicans

TV Tech

Television Academy Foundation Announces $3M Education Program Donation

$3M endowment fund honoring a broadcasting pioneer will establish new ‘Bob Bennett Future Leaders’ Program

Homes & Gardens

Barack Obama's former townhouse combines laid-back decor with refined DC style – listed for $1.29 million

Located only a stone’s throw from the United States Capitol – the property housed Barack and Michelle during his time as US Senator

The Independent UK

Senate votes to block 2nd DC crime law; Biden veto expected

The Senate has voted to overturn a District of Columbia law enacted last year to improve police accountability, the second time this year that Democrats have joined with Republicans to try and block the district’s crime regulations

Roll Call

Bowser argues for DC autonomy as she defends city on crime response - Roll Call

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser sought to “set the record straight” Tuesday as Republicans ramp up criticism of the city’s policies.

Roll Call

Senate sends joint resolution on DC police to Biden - Roll Call

The Senate voted to block a Washington, D.C., police overhaul measure even though President Biden has vowed to veto it.

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