The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) abruptly closed the airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas on Tuesday night, citing a vague security concern, but lifted the restrictions less than 10 hours later. The initial closure, which began at 11:30 PM local time, was expected to last for 10 days, according to the FAA, but was reversed without further explanation.
The FAA's initial notice restricted airspace within a 10-nautical-mile radius of the airport and warned that violators could be subject to being shot down, according to Ars Technica. The agency provided no specific reason for the closure, only mentioning a security concern. However, the restrictions were lifted early Wednesday morning. The FAA later stated on social media that there was no threat to commercial aviation.
Reports indicate the closure was prompted by the presence of Mexican cartel drones, according to The Verge. The news outlet also noted that the FAA's initial projection of a 10-day closure was significantly shortened.
In other news, residents of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, are grappling with the aftermath of a school shooting. According to Sky News, the community is in mourning and seeking answers. The premier of British Columbia, David Eby, expressed the gravity of the situation, according to Sky News. Details about the suspect have not been released by police.
In the realm of gaming, The Verge reported on a new multiplayer feature called GameShare, exclusive to the Switch 2, which allows multiple players to use one copy of a game. The feature is being used in the horror game "Tokyo Scramble," creating an unexpected comedic experience, according to The Verge.
Finally, in automotive news, Ars Technica highlighted a designer's perspective on luxury car interiors. Gordon Murray, a designer known for his work in Formula 1, once suggested using textile instead of leather in car seats to save weight, according to Ars Technica.
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