Choosing Not To Fly Home For The Holidays, For The Climate’s Sake
Carbon emissions from global air travel are rising fast, and U.S. passengers make up largest share. But some people are vowing not to fly at all, motivated by guilt and concern for the environment.
‘Bomb Cyclone’ Whips Through The West As Winter Storms Snarl Thanksgiving Travel
Inclement weather sure has a knack for bad timing. On the eve of Thanksgiving, one of the busiest travel periods of the year, high winds and heavy snow are buffeting places from Oregon to New England.
‘We Need Help’: Deadly Fire in Minneapolis High-Rise Sets Off Panicked Escape
The blaze left 5 dead and others hospitalized and displaced. “This is the heart of our community,” a Somali-American community leader said.
Saudi crown prince visits Abu Dhabi as Yemen war rages
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is in the United Arab Emirates for talks that are expected to focus on the war in Yemen and tensions with Iran. The UAE’s state-run WAM news agency reported the 34-year-old Saudi prince was greeted upon arrival W…
Former Cardinal Lamar Jackson surpasses Michael Vick as fastest QB in Madden history
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is breaking records on the field — and in virtual reality, too. He will become fastest QB in Madden NFL history this week.
Putin and Ukraine’s Zelensky set for Paris one-on-one: Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky are likely to have a one-on-one meeting during four-way summit talks in Paris next month, the Kremlin said Wednesday. Putin and Zelensky plan to join French President Emmanuel Ma…
Labour accuses UK PM of plot to ‘sell’ NHS to Trump
Britain’s main opposition Labour party on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Boris Johnson of plotting a “toxic” deal with President Donald Trump to allow US pharmaceutical companies access to the state health service. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn held u…
The Latest: Iraq officials: 6 protesters killed in 24 hours
Iraqi officials say six protesters have been killed amid ongoing violence with security forces firing live rounds and tear gas in Baghdad and southern Iraq. Security and hospital officials say two protesters were killed Wednesday when security forces …
NEWSMAKER-EU’s new boss signals pragmatic approach in tackling Europe’s big challenges
STRASBOURG/BERLIN, Nov 27 (Reuters) – The European Union’s new boss has pledged major policy changes to address some of the bloc’s biggest problems, from migration to climate change, but will need to navigate deep divisions among member countries. Ger…
Thanksgiving Weather: Travel Issues Likely to Continue Through Holiday
Two major storm systems covering large parts of the country would be “very active” through the weekend, the National Weather Service said.
Blast from the Past: Meet Iran's New-Old F-14 Tomcat Fleet (American Made)
The ancient birds helped fight the Iran-Iraq War. And they might fight in the next war, too.
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