Google's Project Loon explores balloon-powered Internet access
(Reuters) - Google Inc has launched a small network of balloons over the Southern Hemisphere in an experiment it hopes could bring reliable Internet access to the world's most remote regions, the company said late Friday. Full story
12 ideas for an adult birthday party that’s not lame
Nathan Turner shows Kathie Lee and Hoda how to throw a fun birthday party for adults with everything from a whiskey bar to a grown-up pinata, surprising desserts and DIY decorations.
Giant Balloon Launches Sun-Studying Telescope
A huge balloon lifted off from northern Sweden early Wednesday morning (June 12), carrying a telescope high into Earth's atmosphere to study the sun's magnetic field. Full story
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Amateur video shows fatal balloon crash
A video shot from a hot air balloon that collided with another captured the deadly incident in central Turkey. NBCNews.com’s Dara Brown reports. Warning: Some viewers may find this video disturbing.
Tourist killed in hot air balloon crash in Turkey
Two hot air balloons collided in Turkey, killing one person. NBCNews.com's Richard Lui reports. Note: Some viewers may find this video disturbing.
Two missing after hot air balloon crash in Peru
Two men are missing at sea after a hot air balloon crashed in the Pacific Ocean. Five women passengers were found alive. NBCNews.com's Dara Brown reports.
Balloon fesitval fires up before Kentucky Derby
Hot air balloons take to the skies in Kentucky as part of the celebrations leading up to the Kentucky Derby. TODAY.com's Dara Brown reports.
NFL player hurt in hot air balloon crash
A hot air balloon carrying NFL wide receiver Donte' Stallworth and his girlfriend hit power lines near Miami on Saturday. NBC’s Lester Holt reports.
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