El Paso airport closed after military used new anti-drone laser to zap party balloon

Here's something that caught my attention — El Paso airport was suddenly shut down for nearly 10 hours, then reopened, all because of a mysterious drone incident. But here’s where it gets interesting: the FAA initially said the closure was to deal with a cartel drone incursion, as explained by Secretary Duffy. Yet, Eric Berger from Ars Technica reports that the real reason might be something quite different — actually, a new anti-drone laser technology that the military used to zap a party balloon. Now, this laser is pretty advanced, capable of disabling objects mid-air. What’s wild is that the military might have tested it right near a busy airport, causing chaos, without anyone really knowing what was going on. So, what does this mean for you? As drone tech and anti-drone defenses evolve, expect more surprises — and maybe more airport shutdowns — if authorities are testing new gear in real-world situations. Keep your eyes peeled; the drone wars are heating up faster than ever, according to Berger.