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Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center Dedication

Chantilly, VA - December 11, 2003 -- Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of International Lease Finance Corporation, left, makes remarks at the dedication of the center that bears his name in Chantilly, Virginia on December 11, 2003. United States Vice President Dick Cheney, right, and General John R. "Jack" Daily, United States Marine Corps - retired, Director, National Air and Space Museum, center, applaud during the remarks. Mr. Udvar-Hazy pledged a total of 65 million dollars to help build the center..Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM.(RESTRICTION: NO New York or New Jersey Newspapers or newspapers within a 75 mile radius of New York City)

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Canada: Wildfire Smoke Sparks Air Quality Warnings Across Nova Scotia

Smoke from the Long Lake wildfire in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, is affecting air quality across much of the province, including Halifax, Lunenburg, Kings, and Hants counties. Environment Canada has issued warnings, noting that smoke can cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat, and pose health risks for the elderly, children, pregnant people, and those with chronic conditions. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities as smoke levels fluctuate with changing winds.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfire Returns, Prompts Air Quality Alert

Smoke from Canadian wildfires returned to the Upper Midwestern and parts of New England of the U.S. on Monday, August 11. An Air Quality Alert was issued for the region. This video shows a hazy sunrise in Cambridge, MA.

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US: Las Vegas Wakes Up to Hazy Skies as California Wildfire Smoke Blankets Region

Smoke from fires across the West and Canada is causing potential health risks for people across the U.S. A smoke alert was issued for the Las Vegas Valley as a result of California wildfires, the Clark County Division of Air Quality announced on Tuesday, August 5. This video filmed on Friday morning, showing a hazy sky over Las Vegas.

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US: Boston Sky Turns Hazy Due to Wildfire Smoke from Canada

Wildfire smoke from Canada has blanketed the Upper Midwestern and Northeastern United States, including New England. The smoke created hazy skies across these regions, but conditions are expected to improve as shifting winds help to disperse the haze.

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US: Canada Wildfire Smoke Pushes Air Quality in New York to Unhealthy Level

Smoke from Canadian wildfires continued to blanket parts of the U.S. Northeast on Tuesday, August 5, triggering hazardous Air Quality Alerts from the Great Lakes to New York City.

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US: Smoke from California’s Gifford Fire Blankets Las Vegas Valley

Smoke from California’s Gifford Fire, which has burned over 65,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest, drifted into the Las Vegas Valley, reducing visibility and leaving a strong smell of smoke. The blaze, only 3% contained, is expected to keep haze over the area until Tuesday. This video shows hazy sky over Las Vegas Monday morning, August 4.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston 2

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. This video shows a hazy sunrise over Boston caused by the drifting smoke on Tuesday morning, August 5.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England on Sunday, August 3, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. Hazy sky was seen over Boston during sunrise due to the smoke in this video.

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US: Haze Blankets New York Due to Ongoing Canadian Wildfires

More than 200 wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke into several U.S. states, including the East Coast. Air quality alerts remained in effect for some areas, especially near the Canadian border.

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Canada: Wildfires Rage Across Manitoba, Blanketing Skies in Smoke

More than 200 wildfires continued to burn across Canada as of Friday, June 6, prompting nationwide air quality alerts as smoke drifts into the U.S. In Manitoba, over 20 fires, including several that are "out of control," forced approximately 19,000 people to evacuate their homes.

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Canada: Smoke from Wildfires Blankets Skies in Newfoundland and Labrador

As wildfires continue to burn across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, smoke from the blazes created hazy skies in Newfoundland and Labrador on May 5. So far, the fires have scorched more than two million hectares (4.9 million acres), forcing over 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta

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Canada: Smoke from Wildfires Blankets Skies in Newfoundland and Labrador 2

As wildfires continue to burn across Saskatchewan and Manitoba, smoke from the blazes created hazy skies in Newfoundland and Labrador on May 5. So far, the fires have scorched more than two million hectares (4.9 million acres), forcing over 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta

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US: Wildfire Smoke from Canada Darkens Skies, Air Quality Deteriorates

Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifted into large portions of the U.S., creating hazy skies and worsening air quality. Wildfires in Canada have burned over two million hectares (4.9 million acres) so far, forcing more than 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

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US: Wildfire Smoke from Canada Darkens Skies, Air Quality Deteriorates 2

Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifted into large portions of the U.S., creating hazy skies and worsening air quality. Wildfires in Canada have burned over two million hectares (4.9 million acres) so far, forcing more than 33,000 people to evacuate in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

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US: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Triggers Air Quality Alerts for the Northeast

Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifted into the Northeast on Wednesday, June 3, blanketing parts of the region in haze. Air quality alerts were issued for New York City and surrounding areas.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 6

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 2

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 4

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 3

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 5

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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Air Pollution In Dhaka - Bangladesh

A rickshaw driver rides through a busy and hazy street in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 13, 2024. People face challenges from severe air pollution, impacting their health and daily routines. Photo by Mehedi Hasan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Dhaka - Bangladesh

A rickshaw driver rides through a busy and hazy street in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 13, 2024. People face challenges from severe air pollution, impacting their health and daily routines. Photo by Mehedi Hasan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Pollution In Dhaka - Bangladesh

A rickshaw driver rides through a busy and hazy street in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 13, 2024. People face challenges from severe air pollution, impacting their health and daily routines. Photo by Mehedi Hasan/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Wildfires Affect Air Quality In New York

Multiple wildfires burning in New York and New Jersey have caused hazy conditions, triggering air quality alerts in both states.

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Massive Israeli Airstrikes Hit Southern Suburbs - Beirut

A hazy view of Beirut with smoke from recent airstrikes on November 6, 2024. Israel continued to strike the southern suburbs of Lebanon's capital Beirut on Wednesday, as massive airstrikes targeted various areas. Loud blasts echoed throughout the capital Beirut and Mount Lebanon and black smoke covered the targeted areas.Photo by Fadel Itani/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Robonaut 2 on display at NASM - USA

Handout Photo - Jonathan Rogers, chief of the Robotic Systems Technology Branch at NASA’s Johnson Space Center and former Robonaut project manager, answers questions about Robonaut 2 from museum guests at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steve F. Udvar-Hazy Center Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Chantilly, Va. Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, is displayed publicly for the first time near the space shuttle Discovery. Robonaut 2, often called “R2”, was originally sent to the International Space Station (ISS) by NASA in 2011. Developed in a unique partnership between NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, General Motors, and Oceaneering, R2 represents cutting-edge advancements in humanoid robotics. The robot is designed to assist astronauts with tasks that require both dexterity and precision, improving efficiency and safety for crew members aboard the ISS. The humanoid robot showcases numerous component technologies, including advanced vision systems, sophisticated image r

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Robonaut 2 on display at NASM - USA

Handout Photo - Robonaut 2 is seen at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steve F. Udvar-Hazy Center Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Chantilly, Va. Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, is displayed publicly for the first time near the space shuttle Discovery. Robonaut 2, often called “R2”, was originally sent to the International Space Station (ISS) by NASA in 2011. Developed in a unique partnership between NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, General Motors, and Oceaneering, R2 represents cutting-edge advancements in humanoid robotics. The robot is designed to assist astronauts with tasks that require both dexterity and precision, improving efficiency and safety for crew members aboard the ISS. The humanoid robot showcases numerous component technologies, including advanced vision systems, sophisticated image recognition capabilities, integrated sensors, and tendon hands with dexterous, lifelike motion. R2’s intricate control algorithms enable it to handle tools, operate in

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Robonaut 2 on display at NASM - USA

Handout Photo - Robonaut 2 is seen at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steve F. Udvar-Hazy Center Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Chantilly, Va. Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, is displayed publicly for the first time near the space shuttle Discovery. Robonaut 2, often called “R2”, was originally sent to the International Space Station (ISS) by NASA in 2011. Developed in a unique partnership between NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, General Motors, and Oceaneering, R2 represents cutting-edge advancements in humanoid robotics. The robot is designed to assist astronauts with tasks that require both dexterity and precision, improving efficiency and safety for crew members aboard the ISS. The humanoid robot showcases numerous component technologies, including advanced vision systems, sophisticated image recognition capabilities, integrated sensors, and tendon hands with dexterous, lifelike motion. R2’s intricate control algorithms enable it to handle tools, operate in

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Robonaut 2 on display at NASM - USA

Handout Photo - Robonaut 2 is seen at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steve F. Udvar-Hazy Center Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Chantilly, Va. Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, is displayed publicly for the first time near the space shuttle Discovery. Robonaut 2, often called “R2”, was originally sent to the International Space Station (ISS) by NASA in 2011. Developed in a unique partnership between NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, General Motors, and Oceaneering, R2 represents cutting-edge advancements in humanoid robotics. The robot is designed to assist astronauts with tasks that require both dexterity and precision, improving efficiency and safety for crew members aboard the ISS. The humanoid robot showcases numerous component technologies, including advanced vision systems, sophisticated image recognition capabilities, integrated sensors, and tendon hands with dexterous, lifelike motion. R2’s intricate control algorithms enable it to handle tools, operate in

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Robonaut 2 on display at NASM - USA

Handout Photo - Robonaut 2 is seen at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steve F. Udvar-Hazy Center Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Chantilly, Va. Robonaut 2, the first humanoid robot to fly to space, is displayed publicly for the first time near the space shuttle Discovery. Robonaut 2, often called “R2”, was originally sent to the International Space Station (ISS) by NASA in 2011. Developed in a unique partnership between NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, General Motors, and Oceaneering, R2 represents cutting-edge advancements in humanoid robotics. The robot is designed to assist astronauts with tasks that require both dexterity and precision, improving efficiency and safety for crew members aboard the ISS. The humanoid robot showcases numerous component technologies, including advanced vision systems, sophisticated image recognition capabilities, integrated sensors, and tendon hands with dexterous, lifelike motion. R2’s intricate control algorithms enable it to handle tools, operate in

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China: Dense Fog Blankets Highway In Yichang, Reducing Visibility To Near Zero

On October 15, 2024, in Yichang, central China’s Hubei province, a driver encountered dangerously low visibility while traveling on a highway in the early hours of the morning. The dimly lit road was suddenly engulfed in dense fog, making it increasingly difficult to see ahead. As the fog thickened, visibility dropped to near zero, forcing the driver to proceed with extreme caution. The surreal atmosphere felt like entering an unknown, mysterious realm.

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US: Chemical Fire In Conyers Creates Haze And Chlorine Odor In Nearby Cities 3

A fire broke out at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, east of Atlanta, Georgia, on Sunday morning, September 29 prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, while others were advised to shelter in place. The fire created a dense smoke haze and a strong chlorine odor in nearby cities, raising concerns among residents.

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US: Chemical Fire In Conyers Creates Haze And Chlorine Odor In Nearby Cities

A fire broke out at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, east of Atlanta, Georgia, on Sunday morning, September 29 prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, while others were advised to shelter in place. The fire created a dense smoke haze and a strong chlorine odor in nearby cities, raising concerns among residents.

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US: Chemical Fire In Conyers Creates Haze And Chlorine Odor In Nearby Cities 2

A fire broke out at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, east of Atlanta, Georgia, on Sunday morning, September 29 prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, while others were advised to shelter in place. The fire created a dense smoke haze and a strong chlorine odor in nearby cities, raising concerns among residents.

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US: Smoke From Wildfires Creates Hazy Sky Over Las Vegas Valley

Smoke from wildfires in California and the Davis Fire in Reno spread and created hazy conditions in the Las Vegas Valley on Wednesday, September 11. The Clark County Division of Air Quality issued a smoke alert, advising residents to stay indoors due to poor air quality.

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US: Smoke From Wildfires In Southern California Turns Sky Orange Over San Bernardino County

A trifecta of wildfires, the Line Fire, Bridge Fire, and Airport Fire in Southern California, sent plumes of smoke into the region, creating smoky and hazy conditions. Smoke from wildfires turned the sky orange over San Bernardino County on Tuesday, September 10.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Brings Hazy Skies To Parts Of Northeast

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires brought hazy conditions to parts of the U.S. Northeast, including New York City, on Thursday, August 15. The National Weather Service said the haze would last for several days.

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China: Sandstorm Sweeps Through Village In Hebei, Causing Hazy Sky

On June 11, 2024, residents of Xilitun Village in Hengshui, Hebei Province faced a severe sandstorm that made it difficult to keep their eyes open. This video shows a person riding an electric scooter and roadside trees dramatically swaying amid powerful winds. The Hengshui Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and strong winds, with gusts reaching level 8 or higher. The filmer Ms. Sun remarked that, as she filmed, she felt pity for the farmers braving the bad weather to harvest the wheat by the roadside.

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