Another “object” shot down

Another “unknown” flying object was shot down Friday by a U.S. fighter jet, this one near the north coast of Alaska.

According to the Associated Press, an F-22 Raptor downed the object on orders from President Joe Biden. It was the second object – the first one a Chinese spy ballon – brought down in U.S. airspace within a week.

The AP reports that John Kirby, spokesman for the White House

National Security Council, said the object – some what smaller than the balloon – was downed because it posed a “reasonable threat” to civilian flights.

It was not believed the device was involved in surveillance activity. Efforts to recover debris are underway.

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Clippers, Ducks lose Friday night wasn’t much fun for area pro sports teams. The Los Angeles Clippers (3128) lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 119-106. The Clips fell to third in the NBA Pacific with the loss

The Anaheim Ducks (13-30-6) fell behind 3-1 after one period to the Pittsburgh Penguins and ended up losing 6-3 at Honda Center. The Ducks remain in last place in the NHL Pacific.