Several passengers died after a plane carrying 67 people from Baku to Grozny in Chechnya, Russia, was diverted due to fog. About 25 people survived, according to the country’s emergency agency. The Azerbaijan Airlines plane caught fire while attempting an emergency landing near the city of Aktau. Flight J2-8243 operated by Azerbaijan Airlines was traveling from Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia. According to reports, fog caused it to be rerouted.According to footage confirmed by the Reuters news agency, the aircraft is rapidly approaching the ground as its landing gear is down. Around 28 people survived the crash…
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OPPO Reno 13 Series to Launch in January 2025: Design and Specifications Revealed OPPO has confirmed that the Reno 13 series will launch in January 2025. The Chinese smartphone brand announced on December 23 that the series will include two models: Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro. Ahead of the launch, OPPO shared some important design details, including the available color options, dimensions, weight, and ingress protection ratings. Expected Specifications of the Reno 13 Series The Reno 13 series was first unveiled in OPPO’s home country in November, and the India models are expected to have the same specifications as…
Santa’s location Here…It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa Claus is getting ready for his yearly trip from the North Pole to deliver gifts around the world. As part of a long-standing tradition, the North American Aerospace Command (NORAD) will once again track Santa’s journey this Christmas 2024. They use an official map that is updated regularly to show his current location. NORAD, which is responsible for monitoring and protecting airspaces over the United States and Canada, has been tracking Santa since 1958. Before NORAD, the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) handled the task for three years. Here’s what you need to…
Snowboarder Sophie Hediger, who had hoped to win a medal at the upcoming World Championships in March, tragically passed away in Arosa, a town in the Swiss canton of Graubünden. The Swiss snowboarding community is mourning the loss of the 26-year-old athlete. Sophie died on Monday in an avalanche accident in Arosa. The Swiss Ski Association confirmed her death, quoting her family in a statement. “The tragic loss of Sophie Hediger has cast a shadow over the Christmas holidays for the Swiss Ski family. We are deeply saddened. Sophie will always be remembered with great respect,” said Walter Reusser of…
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Christmas day often bring a lot of last minute tasks, whether it’s buying presents or picking out final ingredients. Many shops and offices are closed on both holidays to allow employees to spend time with family and friends. This year, Christmas Eve falls on Tuesday, December 24, and Christmas Day is on Wednesday, December 25. Before you head out, remember to check the timings of local businesses. Here’s what will be open and closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2024: Grocery Stores Retail Stores Financial Centers Pharmacies Postal Services Before you head out, always check the operating hours of…