Delta Jet Crashes and Flips Over at Toronto Pearson Amid Harsh Weather

A Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis crash-landed at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday afternoon, flipping over on the tarmac amid strong winds and drifting snow. The Bombardier CRJ900, operated by Delta subsidiary Endeavor Air, ended up upside down with at least one wing torn off. Despite the severity of the crash, all 80 people on board survived, though at least 18 were injured, including a child and another passenger in critical but non-life-threatening condition. Witnesses described a routine descent that quickly turned chaotic upon touchdown, with flames and sparks visible as the aircraft skidded. Emergency responders swiftly evacuated passengers and extinguished the flames. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is leading the investigation, with assistance from U.S. authorities. The incident compounded existing travel disruptions at Pearson Airport, which was already facing delays and cancellations due to consecutive snowstorms.

Sources: The New York Times

European Leaders Weigh Deploying Troops to Ukraine Amid Ceasefire Talks

European leaders held urgent discussions on Monday about potentially deploying troops to Ukraine as part of a ceasefire deal, amid accelerating negotiations between the U.S. and Russia. The Trump administration has been exploring what military support European nations could provide, while European leaders seek clarity on what U.S. backing—such as intelligence or air defense—would be available. French President Emmanuel Macron hosted a high-level meeting in Paris, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed willingness to send troops “if necessary.” However, Germany and Poland voiced hesitations, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz calling the debate premature. The proposed European force could consist of 25,000 to 30,000 troops stationed away from active conflict zones as a deterrent against further Russian aggression. France has led military planning efforts and is prepared to contribute up to 10,000 troops. While the Trump administration has ruled out sending U.S. troops, it has not dismissed supporting a European force.

Sources: The Washington Post

Intel Faces Potential Breakup as TSMC and Broadcom Weigh Deals

Intel is reportedly being considered for a potential split, with major chip industry rivals Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) and Broadcom exploring separate acquisitions. According to The Wall Street Journal, the discussions are in early stages and remain informal. TSMC is evaluating a takeover of Intel’s manufacturing operations, a move reportedly supported by the Trump administration to strengthen the U.S. semiconductor industry and mitigate risks from China. Meanwhile, Broadcom is interested in Intel’s chip design and marketing business but may only proceed if another buyer takes over the manufacturing segment. The reports have already influenced markets, with TSMC’s Taipei-listed shares rising 2.4% on Monday. Neither Intel, TSMC, nor Broadcom have commented on the speculation.

Sources: Barron’s, The Wall Street Journal

Egypt Proposes Gaza Reconstruction Plan to Counter U.S. Resettlement Proposal

Egypt is developing a plan to rebuild Gaza without displacing its population, in response to President Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians and have the U.S. take control. Egypt’s proposal involves creating temporary "secure areas" within Gaza for displaced Palestinians while international firms rebuild infrastructure. Israel has expressed support for Trump’s plan, while rights groups and European nations have condemned it as forced expulsion. The Egyptian proposal includes a Palestinian administration independent of both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority and a reformed security force. Arab and European nations are expected to further discuss the plan in Riyadh and at an upcoming Arab summit. Reconstruction is estimated to cost over $46 billion and would take up to five years, provided a lasting ceasefire is reached.

Sources: Associated Press

Social Security Acting Commissioner Resigns Amid DOGE Access Dispute

Michelle King, the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), resigned Sunday after a reported dispute over granting Elon Musk’s U.S. DOGE Service access to sensitive government records. King, a longtime SSA official who took over last month, clashed with Musk’s associates over data access before stepping down, according to sources. President Trump has appointed Leland Dudek, a Social Security anti-fraud manager, as her interim replacement while the Senate considers Frank Bisignano for the permanent role. Critics, including former SSA Commissioner Martin O’Malley, have expressed concerns that bypassing senior agency officials to appoint Dudek undermines experienced leadership and could disrupt benefit payments. The White House has defended the move, arguing that political appointees should have greater oversight over federal data, particularly to root out fraud. Musk challenged critics on X, stating that if he wanted access to personal information, he could have done that while working at PayPal.

Sources: The Washington Post

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