Author: Richard Craven

South Korea is in mourning after the tragic crash of Jeju Air flight 7C 2216 in Muan County on December 29, 2024. The deadly incident, which claimed the lives of 173 passengers and crew members, is now the nation’s worst aviation disaster in nearly three decades. Families and loved ones gathered at Muan International Airport, awaiting news of their relatives amid overwhelming grief and prayers. Investigators Probe Cause of Jeju Air Crash The Boeing 737-800 aircraft, en route from Bangkok to Muan, crash-landed shortly after 9 a.m. local time. According to South Korean transport officials, the pilot reported a bird…

Reality TV stars Paige DeSorbo and Craig Conover, known for their appearances on Bravo’s “Summer House,” “Southern Charm,” and “Winter House,” have officially announced their split after three years of dating. The news was revealed by DeSorbo during the latest episode of her “Giggly Squad” podcast on December 30, where she confirmed that their decision to part ways was mutual. A Mutual and Respectful Decision DeSorbo explained on the podcast that the breakup wasn’t due to any conflict or wrongdoing. “I have so much love and respect for Craig,” she said. “He is one of the best people I’ve ever…

Linda Lavin, Star of ‘Alice’ and Tony Award-Winning Actress, Dies at 87 Linda Lavin, the beloved Tony Award-winning actress best known for her role as a single mother and waitress in the hit sitcom Alice, passed away on Sunday in Los Angeles at the age of 87. Her representative, Michael Gagliardo, confirmed the cause of death as complications from lung cancer. From Theater to Television Stardom While Lavin became a household name through her role in Alice, which aired from 1976 to 1985, she was already a well-established figure on the Broadway stage. Before her television career, Lavin performed in…

CJ Baskerville Calls Out Arkansas Player for Dirty Play During Liberty Bowl The Liberty Bowl showdown between Texas Tech and Arkansas on Friday night ended with Arkansas securing a 39-26 victory, but the game was not without controversy. Texas Tech safety CJ Baskerville accused Arkansas offensive lineman Fernando Carmona of intentionally stepping on his ankle during the fourth quarter, an act he described as a “dirty” play. The Incident The incident occurred with 2:05 left in the game during a Braylen Russell run. Baskerville, who had gone down in the pile while attempting a tackle, alleged that Carmona deliberately stepped…

SpaceX Successfully Launches Four MicroGEO Satellites for Astranis In early Dec. 29, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying four “MicroGEO” communications satellites into orbit, marking another milestone in the company’s record-breaking year. The launch took place at 12:00 a.m. EST (0500 GMT) from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Mission Details and Background This mission, dubbed “Astranis: From One to Many,” marked SpaceX’s second attempt to launch the MicroGEO satellites for San Francisco-based Astranis. A previous launch attempt on Dec. 21 was aborted at the last second due to technical issues,…

Jeju Air Plane Crash at Muan Airport: At Least 124 Dead A tragic plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea has claimed the lives of at least 124 people, according to the country’s fire service. The ill-fated aircraft, operated by Jeju Air, was carrying 181 passengers when it veered off the runway and collided with a wall during its landing. Details of the Crash The flight, returning from Bangkok, Thailand, crashed shortly after 9:00 a.m. local time (00:00 GMT). The aircraft’s collision with a wall caused a section of the plane to burst into flames, resulting in devastating…

Big Lots Saves Hundreds of Stores After Bankruptcy Filing Big Lots Inc. has secured a lifeline to keep hundreds of its stores operating after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September. The retailer, which initially planned to liquidate all its locations, has struck a last-minute deal with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners LLC and Variety Wholesalers Inc., potentially saving up to 400 stores. The Bankruptcy and Initial Store Closures When Big Lots filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, the company operated 1,300 stores nationwide. The financial struggles led to the closure of 315 stores, with plans for complete liquidation after restructuring…

Carolina Panthers Lose Chuba Hubbard for the Season Due to Injury The Carolina Panthers have suffered a significant setback as running back Chuba Hubbard, the NFL’s sixth-leading rusher in 2024, has been placed on injured reserve due to a calf and knee injury. This news, reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Saturday, comes as a major blow to a struggling Panthers team (4-11). Hubbard’s Breakout Season Cut Short Hubbard was enjoying a career-best season, rushing for a personal high of 1,195 yards. He had emerged as a bright spot for Carolina, despite their challenging season. Earlier this year, Hubbard signed…

UConn vs. North Carolina: Fenway Bowl Showdown at Fenway Park The Wasabi Fenway Bowl is set to showcase a historic matchup as the UConn Huskies and the North Carolina Tar Heels face off at Boston’s iconic Fenway Park, the oldest Major League Baseball stadium in the United States. This is only the fourth time these two programs will meet, and the game promises to deliver plenty of excitement on Saturday, December 28, 2024. When and Where to Watch the Fenway Bowl Matchup Overview The UConn Huskies enter the Fenway Bowl as the more stable football program, seeking their third season…

The U.S. Treasury Department has extended the deadline for millions of small businesses to file the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report to January 13, 2025. This new requirement, part of the Corporate Transparency Act, was initially set for January 1, 2024, and carries potential fines exceeding $10,000 for noncompliance. What is the BOI Reporting Requirement? The BOI report requires certain corporations, LLCs, and other entities to disclose ownership details to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The rule aims to enhance transparency and combat financial crimes. However, businesses with over $5 million in gross sales and more than 20 full-time…