[Editor's Note: NPR's Howard Berkes covered the 1989 crash landing of United Flight 232 in Sioux City, Iowa.]
Long before Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and the miracle landing on the Hudson, three pilots in the cockpit of a United Airlines DC-10 saved scores of lives with a near-impossible crash landing in an Iowa cornfield.
Nearly 300 people were aboard Flight 232 from Denver to Chicago on July 19, 1989. Pilot Al Haynes was in the cockpit with First Officer William Records.
Joe Alwyn Is Ready to Be a Leading Man on His Own Terms (Exclusive)
Joe Alwyn recently met his childhood hero. The 28-year-old was attending the Academy's annual Governors Awards for the first time, where a who's who of Hollywood had gathered to schmooze with Oscar voters and watch this year's honorees receive honorary awards. The hobnobbing eventually led Alwyn to cross paths with none other than Zorro himself, Antonio Banderas.
"It took everything in me not to challenge him into a sword fight," Alwyn admitted.
Producers John Attard and David Abbott Launch Tennessee-Based Showdog Studios
Production veterans John Attard and David “Doc” Abbott have launched Showdog Studios, a content company based in Franklin, Tenn.
The partners are self-financing the business and have established a development fund to create their own content.
Robin Thicke's Girlfriend Suffered a Miscarriage Before 1st Pregnancy
Robin Thicke's girlfriend April Love Geary has revealed that she suffered a miscarriage before having their daughter Mia Love Thicke.
During an Instagram Story Q&A on Wednesday, the 23-year-old model was asked about miscarriages and if they "scared" her. "I had one before Mia," April replied. "But I'm not scared, worrying or stressing out too much isn't good for the baby."
She then added, "Life happens and we can't control everything.
What Is Dean Stockwell's Net Worth?
Anyone who’s ever watched Quantum Leap knows who Dean Stockwell is. The actor had a long-running career that spans almost seven decades. He has appeared in many films in his career as an actor and, even after taking a brief break from show business, still managed to achieve critical acclaim. With all the success the actor has achieved throughout his life, how much is he worth?
Who is Dean Stockwell? Stockwell was born in Los Angeles on March 5, 1936, to a family of entertainers.
Who is Ahmad Rashads ex-wife, Phylicia Rashad? Examining the marriage of the American sportscaste
Ahmad Rashad and Phylicia Rashad are known figures in the entertainment and sports industries both having made contributions in their respective fields. Ahmad Rashad, a football player who transitioned into a sportscaster role, and Phylicia Rashad, an acclaimed actress, not only share the same last name but also have a deep connection as a married couple.
In this exploration of their marriage, we will dive into the lives and careers of these two individuals shedding light on their journey as a high-profile couple with involvement in industries.
Why women are no longer getting sterilised in the UK
“I always knew that when I finished having children I wanted to get sterilised," says 32-year-old Olivia*. “I know that sounds strange and extreme to a lot of people, but I’d much prefer not to have to deal with other methods of contraception, especially hormonal ones. I was 30 when I had my second child and my husband and I knew we didn’t want any more children so I was prepared to have that conversation with my doctor some time after the baby was born.
Apocalypse Chow: We Tried Televangelist Jim Bakker's 'Survival Food'
If it's the future, and the end of the world is nigh, it's probably safe to assume that things are looking grim. If all you have to eat is the survivalist food you bought from televangelist Jim Bakker in 2015, then your situation may be considerably worse.
You might recall Bakker's fall from grace in the '80s after a sex scandal and four-year stint in federal prison for time-share fraud. His wife at the time, Tammy Faye, was known in part for her dramatic eye makeup that frequently streaked her face during emotional TV episodes.
Essex: Trains Hit By Hot Weather
A number of Greater Anglia services have been hit by the hot weather.
The train operating company is imposing speed restrictions and cancellations as older sections of overhead lines can expand and sag in high temperatures.
A revised timetable is taking place today (Tuesday July 24th) between 12pm and 7pm.
In a statement Heart has been told services from London Liverpool Street to Shenfield, Southend, Chelmsford, Colchester, and Harwich will be affected this afternoon/evening.
ICE CUBE SHADES MAYWEATHER VS. MCGREGOR 'That Still Happening?'
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