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Indirect US-Iran talks in Doha show positive progress on a memorandum of understanding, with low-level technical discussions continuing, while the US Navy searches for a missing MH-60S crew member after an emergency water landing in the Arabian Sea.
President Trump maintains a U.S.–Iran deal remains near despite retaliatory strikes after Iran downed a U.S. helicopter; a White House official says the deal is still close and that military action and diplomatic negotiations can proceed in parallel, a two-bucket approach that keeps pressure on Iran while negotiations continue amid regional tensions.
Four climbers fell near Denali Pass at about 18,200 feet on Alaska’s Mount Denali as rescuers try to reach them by helicopter amid variable weather; the seven-person team’s other members helped the injured and returned to high camp around 17,000 feet, and officials say this is an active rescue. Denali’s climbing season runs late April to mid-July, with about 516 climbers on the mountain as of Thursday, and two climbers from a separate incident were evacuated by helicopter the previous night.
Rescuers are attempting to reach four climbers who fell near Denali Pass at about 18,200 feet on Mount McKinley; the other three climbers aided the injured and returned to high camp, while weather improves enough to allow helicopter rescue efforts; 516 climbers were on the mountain that day.
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory ran 137 tests in a space-simulation chamber that replaces air with a low-density CO2 mix to mimic Mars’ thin atmosphere, spinning new Mars helicopter rotors fast enough for their tips to reach Mach 1.08. The tests evaluated a three-bladed rotor and a longer two-bladed variant for the SkyFall concept, with results showing potential lift increases of about 30%—a boost for carrying heavier science payloads and larger batteries on future Mars aircraft. The work builds on NASA’s Ingenuity success, moving toward a next generation of helicopters designed for more ambitious exploration in the Red Planet’s challenging conditions.
Video released by King County authorities shows rescuers treating and hoisting an injured hiker who fell 50 feet from Mount Si’s summit; after weather delays, a helicopter crew retrieved the climber and flew him to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for treatment.
IDF troops from Unit 669 were wounded in southern Lebanon while evacuating a comrade as Hezbollah drones approached; one drone exploded near the loading position and another was intercepted, while an Air Force helicopter evacuated the casualty within seconds and was not damaged; in a separate attack, Sgt. Idan Fooks, 19, was killed at another position and six other soldiers were wounded, though the evacuation footage didn’t appear to be related to that incident.
Kid Rock drew social-media backlash after posting a video of a military helicopter flying by his Nashville home, which is styled as a White House replica. Critics questioned the use of taxpayer funds for the flyover and who authorized it, noting that such military flyovers are typically DoD-funded and that the civilian salute by a non-military figure is controversial.
Tom Cruise's low-flying helicopter at a Scientology event in East Grinstead caused chaos among residents and animals, highlighting concerns over his behavior and its impact on the community, amid ongoing scrutiny of his ties to Scientology and recent relationship changes.
A Super Hornet fighter and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to USS Nimitz crashed in the South China Sea during routine operations, but all crew members were safely recovered and are in stable condition. The incidents are under investigation.
A U.S. Navy helicopter and fighter jet both crashed in the South China Sea while operating from the USS Nimitz, but all personnel were safely recovered and are in stable condition; the causes are under investigation.
Dramatic footage captures a helicopter falling from the sky in Huntington Beach, with social media users sharing the incident widely.
A man was rescued by helicopter after being trapped behind a waterfall in California for two days, having been pushed off his climbing lines by the force of the water. He was found alive and responsive, treated for minor injuries and dehydration, and reunited with his family.
Joby Aviation is considering acquiring Blade Air Mobility, a helicopter ride-share service, to expand its market for battery-powered air taxis, though no final decision has been made.
Charlize Theron revealed that her favorite stunt in 'The Old Guard 2' was hanging off a helicopter, describing it as intricate and psychological. The film ends on a cliffhanger, hinting at a possible third installment, with decisions on future projects pending. Theron also discussed her interest in directing someday, citing her children as a reason for currently focusing on acting.