Lone survivor of Air India crash reportedly recalls "loud noise" after takeoff

A Boeing 787 carrying over 200 passengers crashed in India’s northwestern city of Ahmedabad five minutes after taking off on Thursday. Nearly everyone was killed.

DC spends the most per-capita on dining out: study

On average, more than 55% of food budgets are spent on food eaten away from home, including full-service restaurants, fast food, bars, hotels and vending machines.

Fewer Americans want to visit Europe this summer, survey suggests

Only 33% of Americans plan to visit Europe this summer, a drop from 2024. Cost concerns and political unease appear to be driving the decline, as Chinese tourism surges in contrast.

Passengers stuck on 32-hour flight ended up back where they started: Reports

The flight made five stops to refuel, including a layover in Thessaloniki, Greece, where passengers had to allegedly pay for their own accommodations.

United Airlines disables Starlink on jets after cockpit-radio disruptions

United Airlines has disabled Starlink WiFi on some regional jets after pilots experienced static interference with air traffic control radios, raising concerns about Elon Musk’s growing role in U.S. infrastructure.

Maryland dishes up culture and cuisine for African Restaurant Week

Maryland is dishing up a 10-day culinary celebration with African Restaurant Week 2025, a statewide celebration of Pan-African cuisine and culture running from June 8 through June 18.

DC WorldPride 2025: What to know and where to go

WorldPride is coming to D.C.! Here is everything you need to know about this weekend’s upcoming events downtown, including the best events to attend, locations, and activities.

Study finds rising anxiety among Gen Z about life after high school

A new national survey reveals major gaps in how prepared students feel after high school—especially when it comes to money, mental health, and planning for the future.

Subway owner buys chicken chain

A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.

DC Council votes to pause Initiative 82 $2 raise for tipped workers

The DC Council voted Tuesday to pause raises for tipped workers – meaning restaurant workers won’t be getting the $2 raise they were expecting on July 1.

McDonald’s Snack Wraps are finally coming back — here’s when and what to expect

McDonald’s will relaunch its fan-favorite Snack Wraps on July 10, nearly a decade after discontinuing them. But the 2025 version will look a little different.