Luna, a small dog missing for over a month in Yellowstone, is reunited with her owners
A small dog named Luna has been found after more than a month on the loose in Yellowstone National Park. Despite frequent sightings, the Jack Russell terrier evaded capture since early September amid mounting fears for her survival and the approach of winter weather. Volunteers were able to catch the dog Wednesday in a live trap baited with a T-shirt and pillowcase carrying her owner's scent. The California family that lost Luna believes a housekeeper accidentally let her out of a cabin they were staying in while they explored the park on Sept. 10. The search for Luna had rallied locals and tourists alike.
Pilot reported ice building up on the wings before Wisconsin crash that killed 6
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Authorities report that six people, including a child, died in a plane crash in Wisconsin. The pilot had reported ice buildup on the wings while flying through a thunderstorm Tuesday night. The single-engine plane was traveling from Kenosha to Menomonie when it crashed near Mirror Lake State Park. The National Transportation Safety Board says the pilot requested to descend after noticing icing at 24,000 feet. Air traffic control approved, but communication was lost during the descent. The NTSB will investigate the crash, which occurred near Wisconsin Dells. The names of the victims have not been released.
Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts at streaming giant in years
CHICAGO (AP) — Netflix plans to lay off about 6% of its workforce as part of wider organizational changes. Co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos announced the cuts in a memo to employees on Wednesday. They said the company's product, tech, legal, and human resources teams would be most impacted. The company maintains business is strong but needs to prioritize resources for future growth. Despite profit growth this year, Netflix's forecast for the third quarter fell below Wall Street's expectations. Competition in the streaming space is growing, with rivals like Amazon's Prime Video and Disney+ close behind.
The building housing London's oldest restaurant has been donated to a conservation charity
LONDON (AP) — The building that houses London’s oldest restaurant has been donated to Europe’s biggest conservation charity. It's a move that will hopefully secure one of the U.K. capital’s go-to eateries for centuries to come. Rules was established in 1798 by Thomas Rule as an oyster bar when Europe was in turmoil in the aftermath of the French Revolution. Rules has survived the British Empire, the Blitz and even plans for a new road that would have seen it demolished. The four-decade owner of the building that houses Rules is J-P Mayhew who has made the selfless decision to donate 34-35 Maiden Lane in bustling Covent Garden in central London to the National Trust.
Kroger to lay off 3,000 corporate employees over 3 years as it leans into artificial intelligence
Grocery store chain Kroger says it will lay off 3,000 corporate employees over the next three years as it ramps up its use of artificial intelligence to streamline operations. In a memo to Kroger employees on Monday, CEO Greg Foran said the company needs to take advantage of recent advances in technology. Kroger last month outlined its AI strategy with the goal of improving the customer experience and making work easier for its employees. Cincinnati-based Kroger is the largest standalone U.S. supermarket chain with 409,000 employees and more than 2,700 stores operating under various brands, including Ralphs, King Soopers, Smith’s and Fred Meyer.
Roller coaster rider's death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides
A man's death on a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia has raised questions about ride safety and regulation. On Monday, a 42-year-old man was thrown from his seat on the Goliath ride, striking other patrons before landing below. In the U.S., state governments regulate amusement parks, not the federal government. Deadly roller coaster accidents are rare, and some experts say the industry has multiple safety checks and adheres to high standards set worldwide. Others call for more federal oversight to ensure consistent safety standards across states.
Israel returns 22 artifacts as Greece pushes to bring antiquities home
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Israel has returned 22 ancient Greek artifacts that were illegally removed from Greece, marking the first such repatriation between the two countries. Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni received the antiquities at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens from the Israel Antiquities Authority. The collection includes a bronze statuette of a woman and pottery decorated with mythological scenes and geometric motifs, dating from approximately 700 B.C. to 320 B.C. The handover comes as Greece intensifies its international campaign to reclaim the Parthenon Marbles, currently housed at the British Museum in London.
Germany briefly shuts Nuremberg airport and scrambles jets to escort flight with radio problem
BERLIN (AP) — Authorities in Germany briefly shut down an airport and scrambled fighter jets to escort a passenger plane from Greece after an emergency call raised fears of a possible hijacking. Officials later said it was a radio problem. The Boeing 737-800 from Corfu to Nuremberg sent an emergency code over Croatia due to a radio malfunction. The airline confirmed no emergency occurred, and said the plane landed safely. Police cordoned off Nuremberg airport as a precaution. Six flights were delayed, and two were diverted. Authorities across Europe have increased surveillance amid concerns about Russian activities and drone incidents.
3,156-pound pumpkin grown in Rhode Island is inspected for possible world record
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — A Rhode Island pumpkin grower appears to have set a new world record for the heaviest pumpkin. Ron Wallace's giant squash weighed 3,156 pounds at a contest in New England. That's nearly the weight of three concert grand pianos. The Guinness Book of World Records has yet to verify his achievement. Wallace said Monday he was in communication with officials. He won $3,500 at his local contest, choosing to compete there despite bigger prize offers elsewhere. Meanwhile, in Northern California, Travis Gienger won a major pumpkin-weighing contest with a 2,389-pound pumpkin named Rocky. Gienger plans to grow pumpkins in a climate-controlled environment like Wallace to compete more seriously.
RJ Mitte, 'Breaking Bad' actor and disability rights champion, dies at 34
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Breaking Bad” actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte has died at age 34. According to authorities and his representatives, Mitte was declared dead Monday in Brownsville, Texas. His representatives said that he died by suicide. Mitte was known for his role as Walter White Jr. on the acclaimed AMC show. He drew from his own experience living with cerebral palsy to bring authenticity to the role. His representatives said he used his platform to challenge stereotypes and promote greater representation for people with disabilities. “Breaking Bad” star Bryan Cranston said he is in “deep despair” for the loss of his TV son.
