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The plane was a United Airlines Boeing 767 (not pictured). Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto/Getty ImagesA United Airlines flight from Newark, New Jersey, to London turned around on New Year's Eve. The plane's crew reported a lightning strike, the FAA said. A United spokesperson said passengers got overnight accommodations in Boston. United Airlines passengers unexpectedly celebrated the new year in Boston after their transatlantic flight turned around.

Miranda Cosgrove and Brooke Shields in "Mother of the Bride."NetflixNetflix released dozens of original movies last year, both good and bad. While some Netflix originals may be getting Oscar buzz, not all of them can be great."Mother of the Bride," "Rebel Moon," and "Uglies" are some of the streamer's worst 2024 releases.

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Chris Curle, an ex-CNN anchor, is 77 and walks every day. Chris CurleChris Curle, 77, does yoga and walks daily. She shared her tips for staying active and healthy into older age with Business Insider. These include going on field trips and not letting age hold you back. A 77-year-old who does yoga and goes on daily walks shared three things that she believes have helped her stay healthy and active with Business Insider.

An X post about a passenger's kitten pooping on a Southwest flight sparked thousands of replies. Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesAn X post about a Southwest passenger's kitten was viewed more than 20 million times. The woman said she was kicked off a flight after cleaning up her cat's poop with paper towels.

Pilots from the US can be hired to fly overseas for Emirates. The airline offers unique perks like free housing and transportation to work. GIUSEPPE CACACE/Getty ImagesEmirates wants to hire airline pilots from the US to fly its widebody jets from Dubai. The pay and benefits are good, but Emirates pilots must be ready for mostly long-haul flying.