‘Connections’ March 11: Hints and Answers for Puzzle #639

Senator Mark Kelly, a decorated Navy veteran and former astronaut, recently visited Ukraine and witnessed the devastating impact of the Russian invasion, emphasizing the importance of continued American aid. Elon Musk criticized Kelly, calling him a traitor, leading to a heated exchange on social media. Trump defended Musk and attacked Kelly, highlighting the ongoing political tensions. Musk's controversial statements and actions have caused Tesla stock to plummet, resulting in backlash and protests against the company....

Australian forces were on alert as Chinese navy ships sailed around the continent, entering Australia's exclusive economic zone and firing live shots near commercial airspace, causing civilian flights to reroute. The voyage highlighted Australia's military inadequacies, with an aging fleet and heavy reliance on the U.S., as China showcased its naval capabilities. The incident underscored Australia's vulnerability and strained relations with China and the U.S., prompting concerns about future alliances and defense strategies. Full Article

A satanic disciple disrupted an American Airlines flight to Florida by yelling, shaking, and swallowing rosary beads to ward off a demonic spirit. The flight was diverted back to Savannah, where the man kicked a flight attendant and threw punches at another before being subdued by passengers. The man, Delange Augustin, was arrested and faced charges of battery, obstruction, and property damage, with claims of fleeing religious attacks with his sister to Haiti due to...

ICE and DEA agents conducted a joint operation on Nantucket, Massachusetts, to arrest "illegal criminal aliens," with the DEA assisting ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston. The DEA confirmed the arrest of a man previously charged with kidnapping and domestic assault and battery, as well as a woman, with assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard. In a separate operation in September, ICE arrested a Salvadoran illegal immigrant on Nantucket for charges including rape of a...

In Kermit, Texas, Atlas Energy Solutions has installed a 42-mile long conveyer belt named "The Dune Express" to transport sand for hydraulic fracturing, bypassing the dangers of truck transportation. The belt, with a freight capacity of 13 tons, runs from Texas to New Mexico, aiming to streamline production and reduce environmental impact in the oil-rich Permian Basin. Despite concerns from environmentalists, the company plans to operate the belt at full capacity around the clock to...

The Bruins are without a captain for the first time since 2006, with Brad Marchand emphasizing faith in David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy to lead the team's culture and legacy. Marchand believes the duo can continue to build on the foundation set by previous leaders like Patrice Bergeron and Zdeno Chara, with both players signed long-term and poised to shape the team's future. Pastrnak's on-ice performance and leadership qualities have already made an impact on...