Passengers evacuated Delta flight 876 via emergency slides due to smoke or haze inside the aircraft. The plane, on its way to Columbia, returned to Atlanta where it landed safely. Video showed hazy conditions and passengers using emergency slides to exit. The incident is under FAA investigation. (UPI)
A listeria outbreak linked to Prairie Farms Dairy shakes has infected 38 people, causing 12 deaths across 21 states. The majority of cases reported have been in long-term care facilities or hospitals. The recalled shakes were distributed to nursing homes nationwide with best-by-dates of 2025-2026. (CBS News)
Pope Francis, 88, is showing slight improvement but remains in critical condition due to pneumonia. Doctors are cautious about his prognosis. He remains hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, eating normally and continuing medical therapies. The Vatican thanks followers for their prayers. (ABC News)
Denny’s has joined Waffle House and introduced surcharges for meals containing eggs due to the nationwide shortage and rising U.S. egg prices. Denny’s says prices will “temporarily” vary by location and insists it’s working with vendors to mitigate the impact on customers. (NBC News)
Apple plans will over $500 billion in the U.S. in the next four years, aiming to hire 20,000 people and build a server factory in Texas. CEO Tim Cook had pledged to move manufacturing from Mexico to the U.S. to avoid tariffs. (AP)
