DirecTV facing backlash over ESPN blackout

DirecTV is facing backlash from angry customers over an ESPN blackout due to a contract battle with the Walt Disney Company. Customers are threatening to cancel subscriptions and switch to alternative streaming platforms. DirecTV is responding by explaining that disputes are common across the industry and urging customers to stay patient.

Ecuador Blackout

A blackout in Ecuador left the entire nation without power for the first time in 20 years, revealing the fragility of the energy system. The outage was blamed on an incident with a transmission line in southern Ecuador.

Cargo Ship Blackout Causes Collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge

A cargo ship blackout caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Crewmember errors led to technical malfunctions, resulting in the ship losing power and striking the bridge. The incident led to deaths and a criminal investigation.