A meteor fragmented over northeastern Massachusetts Saturday afternoon, causing a sonic boom and tremors. NASA confirmed the fireball broke apart at 40 miles altitude, releasing energy equivalent to 300 tons of TNT.
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Spirit Airlines abruptly halts operations, canceling all flights and stranding thousands. The shutdown is expected to drive up airfares on former Spirit routes amid industry-wide price pressures. Several airlines offer rescue fares to assist affected passengers.