They chanted “Free, free Palestine!” as a giant Ronald McDonald balloon bore down on them on Manhattan's Sixth Avenue. People protesting Israel's war in Gaza also interrupted last year’s parade.
In a bid to improve Internet access in Africa, tethered balloons are being deployed to connect remote areas. However, they also raise serious concerns.
It’s not only a problem in New Orleans. While balloon releases can be a symbolic act for people either celebrating or mourning, they also pose significant environmental risks. In places like the ...