An audit revealed the Air Force loosely enforced sobriety rules for air traffic controllers, allowing some on duty with blood-alcohol levels above the limit due to alleged testing errors. Pilots and maintenance personnel also faced lax testing, raising concerns about aviation safety.
The Arturia MiniLab 37 offers a balanced blend of playability and portability with its 37 keys, making it ideal for musicians. It features a solid set of controls, integrates well with Arturia's software, and offers great value at $149, despite a plasticky build and a small screen.
An unannounced strike by Belgian air traffic controllers has led to the cancellation of all departures and arrivals at Brussels and Charleroi airports. The wildcat strike at Skeyes, linked to negotiations over a new digital control center, has affected around 140 flights at Brussels Airport and 100 Ryanair flights, impacting nearly 20,000 passengers.
An unannounced strike by Belgian air traffic controllers has led to the cancellation of all departures and arrivals at Brussels and Charleroi airports this afternoon. The "wildcat strike" at Skeyes, affecting around 140 flights at Brussels Airport and 100 Ryanair flights, is linked to negotiations over a new digital control center.
The Nex Playground, a new motion-controlled console, launches in the UK, offering camera-tracked minigames for family entertainment. Despite a high subscription cost, it has seen success in the US, outselling Xbox during Black Friday, and aims to promote active play and family connection.
Xbox controllers may be phasing out the proprietary expansion port, previously used for accessories like the Chatpad. Recent signs include the Forza Horizon 6 gamepad lacking the port, leaked images of the Elite Controller Series 3 showing no port, and a store page update. Microsoft has not released significant accessories for the port since the current console generation.
Nintendo Switch 2 owners can find excellent third-party controllers that rival the official Pro Controller in features and comfort, often at a lower price. These alternatives offer advanced joystick technology and other perks.
WIRED reviews the best grills and smokers of 2026, highlighting smart upgrades for classic models like the Weber Kettle and innovative new devices. Key features include precise temperature control, digital monitoring, and versatile cooking options.
Vladimir Putin noted that the high professionalism of Russian air traffic controllers made it possible to avert tragic consequences
Spirit Airlines has announced an orderly wind-down of operations after a sudden and sustained rise in fuel prices derailed a March 2026 restructuring agreement with bondholders. CEO Dave Davis stated the company lacked the hundreds of millions in additional liquidity needed to sustain operations, despite reaching a restructuring plan that would have allowed Spirit to emerge as a going concern.
Amazon's annual Gaming Week sale runs through May 4th, offering discounts on video games, consoles, controllers, and PC components. Notable deals include Elden Ring Nightreign Deluxe Edition at $27 (51% off), the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor at $324.99, the EasySMX S10 Switch 2 controller at $42, and various gaming laptops from Asus, MSI, and Acer with significant markdowns.
Most PC gamers already have a controller they love using with Steam - a Sony DualSense, a 8BitDo Ultimate, a Nintendo Switch Pro, or something else. Part of that love comes from Steam treating them like "native" controllers. They can do the things that made the first Steam Controller worth buying. Namely, they offer a […]
An American Bombardier Challenger 650 Artemis II reconnaissance aircraft was tracked flying over neutral waters of the Black Sea, departing from Romania. This marks the latest in a series of similar surveillance flights conducted in the region throughout April.
