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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Ukraine hits over 40 Russian warplanes in major drone attack
Ukraine launched a major drone strike on Russian military planes, hitting more than 40 aircraft on Sunday, a Ukrainian security official told Reuters. The official, speaking anonymously, said the attack was carried out by Ukraine's SBU security agency. It targeted four Russian military air bases at the same time. According to the official, the drones struck aircraft, including Tu-95 and Tu-22 bombers. These are long-range planes that Russia uses to fire missiles at targets in Ukraine. The source also shared videos which they said showed the attack. The footage included large aircraft, some of which looked like Tu-95 bombers on fire. Ukraine conducted a major drone attack hitting over 40 Russian military aircraft on Sunday. 'Rows of Russian strategic and nuclear bombers burning.' This was thousands of miles from the frontline. Some are calling this Russia's Pearl Harbor. — Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) June 1, 2025 Reuters said it could not independently confirm the claims. Ukraine has increasingly used drones in place of missiles, which it has fewer of than Russia. These drones have been used in earlier attacks on military and fuel sites inside Russia. The strike could mark one of the most serious drone attacks by Ukraine since the start of the war. Reuters also reported that Russia has suggested new peace talks in Istanbul on Monday. Ukraine has not yet said whether it will attend.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
45-Foot-Tall Statue Of Naked Woman Sparks Uproar In San Francisco, Locals Call It "Obscene"
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. A 45-foot-tall nude statue, titled R-Evolution, sparks controversy. The sculpture aims to celebrate female empowerment and challenge norms. Installed in Civic Centre Plaza, it lacked public input before placement. In the heart of San Francisco, a city long celebrated for its progressive ethos and vibrant arts scene, a new controversy has erupted over a towering 45-foot-tall statue of a naked woman, titled R-Evolution. The 32,000-pound sculpture, installed in a bustling public plaza, has ignited debate, with some internet users decrying it as "obscene" and others defending it as a bold artistic statement. As per the Sun, R-Evolution, a massive steel sculpture depicting a nude female figure with outstretched arms, was first unveiled at the 2015 Burning Man festival. Created by artist Marco Cochrane, the statue was intended to celebrate female empowerment and vulnerability, challenging societal norms around the human body. After plans to install it in New York's Union Square fell through due to its weight, the sculpture found a home in San Francisco's Civic Centre Plaza, a prominent public space near City Hall. San Francisco unveiled their 45-foot statue of a nude woman Thursday at Embarcadero Plaza to attract tourism. The piece is titled 'R-Evolution.' SF continues to be plagued by crime, homeless, and illegals. The city would have many more tourists if these issues were addressed. — Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) April 13, 2025 The installation, reportedly placed without public input, has rekindled discussions about art and public space. The artist and supporters argue that R-Evolution embodies San Francisco's spirit of openness and inclusivity. "The installation is meant to reflect the city's ethos of bringing people together, activating public space, and reinforcing the power of art to spark conversation," a spokesperson for the project stated. Art advocates, including members of San Francisco's arts community, have praised the sculpture for challenging societal taboos around nudity and femininity. "Art is supposed to provoke, to make us uncomfortable, to make us think. This statue does exactly that—it forces us to confront our biases about the human body and public space," said a local curator. However, the statue has drawn sharp criticism from some San Franciscans, who argue that its explicit nudity is inappropriate for a family-friendly public space. "Somebody put up a 45-foot naked lady statue in San Francisco, nobody asked for it," one X user wrote. Another user quipped, "I'd rather have another $1.7 million public restroom. Y'know, something more practical." A third said, "This isn't about art; it's about forcing a statement on people who didn't sign up for it." Others have pointed to the lack of public consultation as a point of contention, with questions raised about how such a large and provocative installation was approved without broader input. As the debate rages on, city officials have promised to hold public forums to address concerns and discuss the statue's future.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
San Francisco's 45-Foot Statue Of A Naked Woman Triggers Social Media Storm
Last Updated: The statue was installed last month with hopes it will attract more visitors and help boost economic activity in the city. San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza is home to a new, eye-catching figure – a 45-foot tall statue of a naked woman. Named R-Evolution, this steel sculpture weighs 15,000 kg and shines with multicoloured lights. Created by artist Marco Cochrane, it is the final piece in his 'The Bliss Project' series, which debuted at the Burning Man festival in 2015. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, together with The Sijbrandij Foundation and Building 180, installed the statue last month hoping it will attract more visitors and help boost economic activity in the city. Social media platforms have been buzzing with opinions. A user wrote on X, formerly Twitter, 'San Francisco unveiled their 45-foot statue of a nude woman Thursday at Embarcadero Plaza to attract tourism. The piece is titled 'R-Evolution.' SF continues to be plagued by crime, homeless and illegals. The city would have many more tourists if these issues were addressed." San Francisco unveiled their 45-foot statue of a nude woman Thursday at Embarcadero Plaza to attract tourism. The piece is titled 'R-Evolution."SF continues to be plagued by crime, homeless, and illegals. The city would have many more tourists if these issues were addressed. — Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) April 13, 2025 Another wrote, 'Public art is a waste of money." Public art is a waste of money.— Jakob Mi (@Jakob_Mi_) April 13, 2025 'This is not the way to attract more tourists," a comment read. Someone said, 'This is weird." 'And the point of that statue is what??" a user asked. The Recreation and Park Department defends the installation as gender representation in public art. According to their press release, 'Despite making up more than half the population, women are vastly underrepresented in public art, comprising only 8% of statues in the US. This sculpture challenges that imbalance, creating a powerful moment of visibility and reflection." R-Evolution is an impressive piece of art. Made with more than 55,000 steel welds, the statue moves slightly for one hour each day to look like it is breathing. At night, it lights up softly with colourful lights, turning Embarcadero Plaza into a beautiful spot to visit after dark. The artist Marco Cochrane explains his vision behind the sculpture: 'This sculpture is about being seen. Women's presence in public art is rare. When they are depicted, it is often through outdated or passive narratives. R-Evolution challenges that. She stands strong, aware and grounded, calling for a world where all people can walk freely and without fear." Cochrane's work focuses on empowering female figures in a way that breaks away from traditional portrayals. 'The Bliss Project' series, ending with R-Evolution, shows women not as passive objects but as powerful, self-aware beings. First Published:
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
影/佛州機場驚魂！達美航空起飛前「引擎突起火」 294人軟腳急逃
美國又發生飛安意外！當地時間21日上午，佛州奧蘭多機場一架達美航空客機，起飛前引擎突然著火，全機共294人透過充氣滑梯緊急疏散，這也是達美航空今年以來第3起飛安事故。 據外媒綜合報導，聯邦航空總署（FAA）發聲明指出，這架原定前往喬治亞州亞特蘭大的達美航空班機，於東部時間21日上午11點15分左右離開登機門後，其中一個引擎突然起火。 社群媒體上流傳的影片顯示，飛機後半部引擎冒出火焰與濃煙。隨後的影片中可見，跑道上的工作人員協助乘客撤離飛機。 該架客機機型為空中巴士A330，機上包括282名乘客、10名空服員與2名飛行員全數撤離，並被帶往機場航廈。 FAA證實，火勢已被控制並撲滅，無人受傷。 達美航空隨即發聲明表示，「當空姐發現其中一具引擎尾部有火焰時，依照標準程序進行了客艙疏散」，達美航空也將派維修人員檢查飛機，以釐清起火原因。 近期美國重大飛安事故不斷。今年1月，一架美國航空客機在雷根華盛頓國家機場（Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport）降落時，與一架軍用直升機發生碰撞，造成67人喪生。 Delta Airlines plane caught on fire in Orlando on on the plane had to be still practices DEI.(No sound) — Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) April 21, 2025 A Delta flight just caught on fire in Orlando, Florida.(Video: @dylangwall) — No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen (@NoLieWithBTC) April 21, 2025 延伸閱讀家寧全家涉高額逃漏稅 律師：最重恐關7年影/家寧一家四口疑逃漏稅遭約談！ 晚間家寧3萬交保影/直擊！家寧表情木然現身新北檢 家寧媽上樓梯險跌倒
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ex-Military Helicopter Pilots Explain The Challenges Of Flying Over The Capital
The skies over Washington D.C., where an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger airliner Wednesday night, killing 67, is the most tightly controlled and surveilled airspace open to civilian air traffic in the United States. As such, it can be a hazardous place to be airborne, particularly at night, when bedrock principles of good airmanship can fall by the wayside and helicopter and air traffic control personnel can get overwhelmed, current and former military helicopter pilots told TWZ Thursday. The collision killed the three soldiers aboard the UH-60 helicopter, as well as 64 aboard the PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, which was on its final approach to Ronald Reagan National Airport shortly before 9 p.m. when the accident occurred over the Potomac River. Airplane has collided with a helicopter near DC while the plane was trying to land at Reagan National plummeted into the Potomac River where massive casualties are is a disaster that's for survivors. — Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) January 30, 2025 It happened as the inbound airliner from Wichita, Kansas, made its visual approach to Reagan's Runway 33. The PSA flight was operating as Flight 5342 for American Airlines. Go here to read our ongoing coverage of the tragedy. Multiple investigations have been launched into the incident. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, echoing President Donald Trump, said Thursday that 'there was some sort of elevation issue' with the Fort Belvoir, Virginia, based Black Hawk that the Army was investigating. Update on Guantanamo Bay Operations and @SecDef Hegseth Addresses Tragic Mishap Involving US Army Helicopter — Department of Defense (@DeptofDefense) January 30, 2025 Beyond that, it remains anybody's guess as to how a mishap of this magnitude could have happened. But helicopter pilots who spoke with TWZ shared their thoughts on what would have complicated the sky over the Potomac Wednesday night. The jet was close to landing at Reagan, and therefore, 'to be a couple hundred feet above the Potomac there is not unusual,' said Dr. Michael Canders, a retired Air Force and Navy helicopter pilot who has also worked as a commercial airline pilot and has flown over the capital both in and out of uniform. 'You've got helicopters operating along the Potomac River, and I think the [height restriction] is 200 feet,' Canders, now an aviation professor at Farmingdale College in New York State, told TWZ Thursday. 'When they are in the vicinity of the airport, they have to be especially vigilant. It's not that unusual for this combination of traffic to occur.' As such, awareness of other aircraft is key, he said, and helicopter pilots should always be aware of airliners on such a northwest heading for runway 33. Officials have yet to say what altitude the helicopter and passenger jet were at when they collided. 'If you're going to fly past, make sure you remain clear and under it, so you don't impact or interfere with any aircraft,' Canders said. Jets fly on very specific approaches, and helicopter routes are designed with that in mind, which makes the collision's causes that much more unclear, Tom Longo, a retired Marine Corps CH-53E pilot who once helped plan President Barack Obama's helicopter flights as part of Marine Helicopter Squadron One, told TWZ. '[Helicopter] routes were designed to go under jets,' Longo said. 'There's deconfliction built into this, if you stay on the route and do what you're supposed to.' 'The glide slope going into the airport for the airplane shouldn't intercept the helicopter route,' he added, likening such flights to highway travel. 'You're going 55 mph, someone else is going 55 mph in the other direction, but if you stay on the highway, it's not that hard,' Longo said. 'It's not that hard until you start freelancing.' Key questions:1.) Does the helicopter route, including its max altitude block, intercept the glideslope or very near to it for Runway 33?2A.) If yes, why does this exist and why wasn't there extreme vigilance to deconflict aircraft when 33 is in use?2B.) If no, was the… — Tyler Rogoway (@Aviation_Intel) January 30, 2025 While not inclined to speculate on the mishap's cause, Canders said the helicopter crew may have not followed a basic pilot mantra. 'It's called 'see and avoid,'' he said, 'and it's as simple as it sounds.' See and avoid basically entails making sure that a pilot maintains visual situational awareness of the skies around their aircraft, precisely to avoid the type of collision that happened Wednesday. 'Were there factors that contributed to maybe an inability to see and avoid? That's what the investigators will try to determine,' he added. 'That's the key question, why wasn't see and avoid complied with?' Despite modern technology, flying at night remains 'significantly' harder than day flying, Canders said. 'Both of them are hard to see [at night] because the only thing you're going to typically see are some lights,' Canders said. 'You'll see what they call the position lights and anti-collision lights, but when they're interfered with, or when they're among the ground lighting, it's not always easy to pick out how far away they are, how fast they're going, so that's the challenge of night flying. It's really a different kind of world.' Wreckage from PSA Airlines Flight 5342, the Canadair Regional Jet CRJ-700 which crashed earlier tonight in the Potomac River while landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in D.C. @andyharnik — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) January 30, 2025 Air traffic control can help, as can instruments in the cockpit, but 'you've got to be looking outside the aircraft,' Canders said, adding that cockpit display advancements have led to a trend of relying on such systems, 'maybe more than you should.' Such systems include TCAS in airliners and the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) in a helicopter's cockpit display. Earlier Thursday, TWZ laid out what TCAS can and cannot do. 'But there's a little bit of lag on that technology, on those electronics,' he said. 'So back to looking outside, you're definitely going to be able to determine, am I on a collision course with that, although it is harder at night and pilots are often drawn inside. They want to look at the display.' Canders flew a derivative of the Black Hawk used for Air Force rescue missions known as the HH-60G Pave Hawk, and he recalled flying that low-level route over the Potomac. 'It tends to be busy there,' he said. 'So it's back to see and avoid, and always having your head on a swivel, looking outside and making sure that you're not going to run into another [aircraft].' Still, Canders said the skies over Washington aren't any more difficult to fly through than similarly busy skies in New York City or other major metropolitan areas. But staying below 200 feet is critical, or pilots risk losing their licenses. 'If you were flying formation, the last guy in the formation would have to work pretty hard to maintain not exceeding the altitude, and you'd have to bug the guy in the front, like, you got to go lower,' Longo, who retired in 2012, told TWZ. 'It wasn't hard as much as it felt you weren't used to it. Typically when you fly around the cities, you would fly high, not to bug people. This seemed like you have to do the opposite.' Meanwhile, some military pilots have noted online that aircraft have so much to track, and can get easily distracted, despite how common it is to have helicopters flying in and around major airports like Reagan. Helicopters operating in and around major airports is very common. In the United States, the FAA publishes prescribed routes and altitudes for helicopters in 8 major cities across the United States, I have flown almost all the routes in a helicopter mostly at night in over 7 of… — Thenewarea51 (@thenewarea51) January 30, 2025 'You are operating a complex aircraft in a complex environment and you can get task saturated even with a two-pilot crew,' like that aboard the Black Hawk, @Thenewarea51, a career helicopter pilot and friend of the site, wrote on X Thursday. He added that 'task saturation also can happen to the most experienced air traffic controller.' In such circumstances, see and avoid can understandably become harder to execute. '[Air traffic control] may call out traffic and you confirm that you have it in sight, or maybe you spot the wrong aircraft,' the pilot wrote. 'It takes one little thing to happen to lose sight of that traffic in question, e.g., a light flashes on your instrument panel, the person sitting next to you or behind you asks a question, you have multiple radios that you are listening to, you spot a bird, and the list goes on and on.' To that pilot, pressing questions include whether the Black Hawk pilots were wearing night vision googles (NVG), which provide around a 40-degree field of view. The pilot also wondered if the helicopter identified the correct aircraft and assured the air traffic control that they had it in sight and would maintain visual separation. Remains of the US Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter floating in the Potomac River after colliding with AA Flight 5342. — OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) January 30, 2025 'How many other aircraft was the controller trying to keep separated, why didn't the controller inform the CRJ about the helicopter?' the pilot added. 'It's a mind boggling amount of data to digest even for a pilot or control with thousands of hours of experience.' Canders noted that, if the Black Hawk's crew had realized it was in the path of the airliner sooner, it could have taken evasive measures and been out of the jet's way in about five seconds. Less than a day after the mishap, Longo is convinced someone made a mistake, but he's not sure who was ultimately responsible. '[Was the helicopter] off course? Was the airplane off course?' he asked. 'And you can't do this without talking to the [air traffic control] tower, so the tower would have cleared them through. There's at least three choices … I'm sure everyone thought that he or she was doing the right thing, but one of the three erred.' As the saying goes, military regulations are written in blood. New policies are often enacted after older policies lead to loss of life. As the Army, the National Transportation Safety Board and other federal agencies dive into what went wrong Wednesday night, what caused this tragedy remains to be unveiled, as does the question of what could have been done to prevent the loss of those 67 souls. Email the authors: geoff@ howard@
