On the first day 10 weather balloons are sent skyward at fixed locations across the continental U.S. as part of DARPA's Network Challenge, a team from MIT wins the competition--and the $40,000 prize.

Little Alexandra Hope Kelly was popping her balloons at her home in Clinton on Oct. 1 when she was suffocated by a large number "7" balloon her family purchased for her birthday party.

As many as 12 people were hurt when firecrackers ignited hydrogen-filled balloons, causing a massive explosion during a birthday celebration for India’s prime minister, dramatic video shows.

Red balloons were spotted on downtown Canton streets Wednesday, including tied to storm drains. The balloons promote the "Horror on the Big Screen" movie series this month at the Canton Palace ...