Multiple European flights hit by bomb threats for second time this week
A Dublin to Rome plane has diverted and landed in northern France.
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Drunk and dangerous e-bike riders face on-the-spot fines under crackdown
A consultation will consider fines and other ways to clamp down on dangerous e-bike riders.
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Trump’s arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that same day. Critics hope a judge will intervene last-minute.
Read MoreNot just Congress: Democrats’ blue wave washes over state legislatures across US
Democrats gain hundreds of seats in historic victories – and party set to embark on aggressive legislative spree The blue wave that swept Republicans out of power across the United States didn’t just strike Congress. In Tuesday’s midterm elections,…
Read MoreSports owners bet big on Republicans. What does their defeat mean for US sports?
A Democratic sweep has changed Washington’s balance of power. But from gambling legislation to stadium subsidies, both parties have helped build the system that enriches American sports’ billionaire ownersBefore a single vote was cast this election…
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The South flexes political power in midterms, sets regional influence in 2028 election
Tuesday's dramatic midterm results have transformed the electoral map, ensuring the path to future power for Democrats and Republicans must run through the South and its diverse voting population.
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Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don’t hold your breath
A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect fuel prices, which are tied to a complex international oil market.
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As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards
Some Americans squeezed by high prices are relying more on their local libraries for things like books, streaming services and high-priced items like musical instruments and sewing machines.
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Israel Is Destroying the Machinery South Lebanon Needs to Rebuild
Israeli strikes on construction equipment and water infrastructure in South Lebanon have blocked recovery efforts, keeping displaced families away from their homes.
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France gears up for strikes and protests as unions promise national mobilisation
Five of France's unions have joined a wave of strikes and protests in a national day of action.
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