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Delta Flight Returns to Salt Lake City After Pressurization Issues Cause Passenger Injuries

A Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City to Portland experienced severe pressurization issues on September 15, 2024, leaving passengers with bloody noses and ears. The plane was unable to pressurize above 10,000 feet, prompting the crew to return to Salt Lake City. Passengers were transferred to another aircraft, and Delta has since fixed the issue. Several passengers reported pain and bleeding, with 10 being treated by medical personnel. No serious injuries were reported, though the cause of the issue remains unclear.

National News

Elon Musk Announces SpaceX Lawsuit Against FAA Over Regulations

Elon Musk has announced that SpaceX plans to sue the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for "regulatory overreach." The lawsuit comes as Musk argues that the FAA's stringent regulations are hindering SpaceX's ability to innovate and progress its space exploration goals. The tension between SpaceX and the FAA has been ongoing, particularly regarding launches of the Starship rocket.

International News

Second Wave of Explosions in Lebanon Leaves 20 Dead and Hundreds Injured

On September 18, 2024, a second wave of explosions in Lebanon killed 20 people and injured over 450, targeting devices linked to Hezbollah. The blasts, believed to be part of an Israeli operation, followed earlier pager explosions that killed 12 civilians and fighters. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant declared a "new phase" in the conflict, raising fears of further escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.

Sports News

BYU Volleyball Faces In-State Rivals Ahead of Big 12 Play

BYU's women's volleyball team will face three in-state rivals this week before starting their Big 12 conference play. The No. 19-ranked Cougars are set to play Utah State (2-6) at Smith Fieldhouse on Wednesday, followed by matches against Weber State (3-6) in Ogden on Friday and UVU (0-18 against BYU) on Saturday. BYU holds dominant records against all three teams, including perfect records against Weber State (58-0) and UVU (18-0). The Cougars, currently 4-3, aim to bounce back from a recent loss to No. 12 Oregon before entering Big 12 competition.

Events  

September 19th

• The Addams Family - Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 1:30 PM

• 22nd Annual Rocky Mountain Knitters' Retreat — Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 12:00 PM

September 20th

• SUPER EVENT 20 - Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM

• Latino Conservation Week Festival & Gear Swap - Friday, September 20, 2024 at 5:30 PM

September 21st

• Night Lights Event - Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM

• Fall Festival - Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM

September 22nd

• Hoodoo Gurus - Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM

• Snail Fest 2024 | Slow Food Utah's Annual Gathering - Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 5:30 PM

September 23rd

• Ziggy Alberts - Monday, September 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM

• Sensory Inclusive Afternoon 9/23 - Monday, September 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM

September 24th

• Friday Pilots Club - Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM

• Rodrigo y Gabriela - Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00 PM

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