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Newsweek
11 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
World's Largest iPhone Maker Sparks Speculation With Rare Move
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The world's largest assembler of iPhones has sparked speculation that it might be making a major update after it suspended its shares from trading. Hon Hai Precision Industry Co.—better known as Foxconn—halted its share trading Tuesday in Taiwan pending an imminent disclosure of market-sensitive information. While little is publicly available about the motivations for the decision, the move is rare for the electronics manufacturing giant and signals the potential for a significant development for the company and its primary client, Apple Inc. Why It Matters Hon Hai is Apple's largest manufacturing partner and is instrumental to the assembly of iPhones and other devices. Apple's reliance on Hon Hai for precision manufacturing and large-scale assembly makes any disruption or announcement by the firm significant for global tech supply chains. The iPhone has long been popular in the U.S., so any changes that could affect them will be of interest to consumers. A person looks at their phone at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on June 1, 2025, in Seattle. A person looks at their phone at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on June 1, 2025, in Seattle. AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File What To Know Hon Hai operates expansive manufacturing hubs in China, India and elsewhere, supplying not only Apple but also various electronics brands worldwide. According to Bloomberg, trading suspensions usually take place before market-moving decisions like acquisitions. However, it is not yet known what update the company will make. What People Are Saying Jeff Harris, a finance and real estate professor at American University in Washington, told Newsweek: "Trading halts of this sort almost always indicate a pending corporate announcement that has the potential to move market prices significantly. "Markets halt shares when new information is expected, at least partially to allow all traders to digest the news at the same time—thus protecting uninformed investors from buying after bad news is released [when they don't know the news yet] or from selling after good news is released [before they learn of the good news]. A trading halt intends to allow the news to disseminate, putting all traders on a more equal footing, as far as information is concerned. "In this case, I might anticipate that Hon Hai has news directly related to iPhones—it may be tariff-related, some production problem, some sort of new agreement for long-term production or any number of things. In this case, I would lean toward some negative news, perhaps related to tariffs." What Happens Next Hon Hai is expected to disclose its market-sensitive information on Wednesday, after which it will seek to restart trading of its shares. Earlier this month, Apple signed a $500 million deal with rare-earth producer MP Materials to secure a domestic supply of magnets needed for iPhone production. The magnets will be produced at MP's Fort Worth, Texas, facility beginning in 2027.
Toronto Sun
21-07-2025
- Business
- Toronto Sun
Alaska Airlines resumes operations after tech outage grounds all flights
The undisclosed technical error affected its entire system for approximately three hours, Published Jul 21, 2025 • 1 minute read Alaska Airlines aircraft sits in the airline's hangar at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Jan. 10, 2024, in SeaTac, Wash. Photo by Lindsey Wasson / AP Alaska Airlines has resumed operations following an undisclosed technical error affecting its entire system for approximately three hours, the company announced. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The carrier experienced an 'IT outage that resulted in a temporary, system-wide ground stop for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air flights' around 8 p.m. Pacific time Sunday. The stop was lifted at 11 p.m., the Seattle-based company said in a social media post. 'As we reposition our aircraft and crews, there will most likely be residual impacts to our flights. It will take some time to get our overall operations back to normal,' the post said. The Federal Aviation Administration website had confirmed a ground stop for all Alaska Airlines mainline and Horizon aircraft, referring to an Alaska Airlines subsidiary. The National Transportation Board last month credited the crew of Alaska Airlines flight 1282 with the survival of passengers when a door plug panel flew off the plane shortly after takeoff on Jan. 5, 2024, leaving a hole that sucked objects out of the cabin. In September, Alaska Airlines said it grounded its flights in Seattle briefly due to 'significant disruptions' from an unspecified technology problem that was resolved within hours. Toronto & GTA Canada Toronto & GTA Football Editorial Cartoons
New York Post
12-07-2025
- New York Post
Smiling fugitive recaptured and returned to Kentucky after dramatic Seattle airport escape
A fugitive who escaped custody at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in May appeared surprisingly pleased with his recapture, flashing a broad grin as law enforcement escorted him back to Kentucky. The Warren County Sheriff's Office shared the update on Sedrick T. Stevenson, thanking the other agencies for their help, stating that they 'coordinated closely' with US Marshals and Seattle-area agencies to ensure Stevenson's secure return. Advertisement Photos released by the Warren County Sheriff's Office show Stevenson smiling cheerfully while seated on a plane alongside multiple law enforcement officers — a striking contrast to the circumstances of his return to custody. 'Therefore, we wanted to ensure he was brought back without issue. We underwent coordination with the Port of Seattle Police, Seattle Police, US Marshals, Air Marshals, and TSA,' the sheriff's office shared. Authorities took no chances with Stevenson this time and guaranteed he would return to Kentucky with zero issues as he was pictured strapped to a wheelchair and put in the plane's window seat under the careful watch of law enforcement. 3 'He received VIP service and ensured a 5 Star Yelp review,' the Warren County Sheriff's Office joked on Facebook. Warren County Sheriff's Office / Facebook Advertisement Deputies joked about the cross-country trip to retrieve Stevenson, pointing out it took nearly 24-hours to conduct the mission. 'I am happy to report that after 2 direct flights, 4 time zone changes, and 21 straight hours, he was booked into the WCRJ,' officials said. 'He (Stevenson) received VIP service and ensured a 5-Star Yelp review.' Stevenson, 28, who was wanted on warrants out of Bowling Green, Kentucky, snuck away from a contracted agent on May 4 when the agent lost control of him at the ticket counter at the airport. Port of Seattle Police confirmed via video cameras that Stevenson, who was in shackles, was caught on video escaping by boarding a light rail train and disappearing for more than a month until he was captured by U.S. Marshals. Advertisement The US Marshals Service told FOX 13 Seattle that Stevenson was arrested in a Seattle neighborhood, along with a second person who investigators said was reportedly assisting Stevenson in his escape. 'This arrest sends a clear message: no matter how long it takes or how far someone runs, justice will catch up with them. Our deputies and taskforce officers worked tirelessly and with unwavering dedication to bring Stevenson back into custody. The community can rest easier, knowing a dangerous fugitive is no longer on the streets' US Marshal Donrien Stephens told the outlet. 3 The Warren County Sheriff's Office spent 21 hours traveling with the suspect. Warren County Sheriff's Office / Facebook 3 Sedrick T. Stevenson escaped from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in early May. YouTube/KING 5 Seattle Advertisement Stevenson was being held in the King County jail until authorities in Kentucky were able to transport him back to their state. At the time of his escape, Stevenson was being extradited to Kentucky to face multiple charges, according to the US Marshal's Office, including being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, third-degree assault, and enhanced possession of a controlled substance. Fox News Digital reached out to the U.S. Marshal's Office, but did not immediately receive a response.
Axios
08-07-2025
- Axios
Shoes can now stay on at Sea-Tac Airport security checkpoints
Travelers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport can now keep their shoes on while they pass through security — no PreCheck required. Why it matters: Passengers stopping to remove their shoes at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints can slow down lines — and most people would rather skip walking through airports in socks or bare feet, even briefly. What's happening: The TSA is rolling out the new shoes-on policy at select airports, multiple outlets reported. The new procedure has been in effect at Sea-Tac since Monday morning, airport spokesperson Perry Cooper told Axios. The big picture: This is the first time in about 20 years that general passengers can keep their shoes on, Axios' Josephine Walker reports. What they're saying: A TSA spokesperson told Axios the agency is "always exploring new and innovative ways to enhance the passenger experience and our strong security posture." Flashback: The TSA started the shoes-off rule at airport security checkpoints in 2006, according to CBS News. This was five years after the 9/11 attacks and a 2001 incident when a man tried to set off explosives hidden in his shoes on a flight, but was stopped by passengers and crew.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
TSA Announces Big Change at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Over the past several months the Transportation Security Administration has been rolling out new technology to screen passengers before their travels. One of the busiest airports in the United States will be seeing that upgrade this month. On June 5 the TSA announced a new security checkpoint located at the south end of the terminal on the arrivals level at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The new checkpoint is designed to screen up to 750 passengers per hour. "It will be open daily 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is the first checkpoint on the baggage claim level as part of innovative designs in a space constrained terminal. This will provide a new option for travelers for convenience as well as additional queuing and re-composure space to improve the customer experience," the TSA said in a statement. The security administration revealed what passengers can expect when encountering the latest version of Credential Authentication Technology (CAT-2). "A TSA officer will scan the passenger's photo identification and a camera will capture a real-time photo of the passenger. CAT-2 uses facial matching technology to compare the features on the photo ID against the in-person, real-time photo," the TSA said. "Once the unit confirms a match, a TSA officer verifies it and the traveler can proceed to security screening. TSA officers can perform additional passenger verification if needed. Through a secure Internet connection, the units also verify that an individual is ticketed for air travel, negating the need to show a boarding pass." The TSA also revealed photos captured by the new equipment are "never stored or used for any other purpose than immediate identity verification." Travelers who don't want to participate in the facial matching process have the option to opt Announces Big Change at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 6, 2025
