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Flying to the U.S.? New Health Declaration Required Before Boarding

All passengers flying internationally to the United States, including American citizens and Green Card holders, must sign a declaration confirming they have not been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo during

October 29, 2026

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Oscar-Nominated Actress Barbara Barrie Dies at 95

The Chicago-born actress, best known for her role in Breaking Away, enjoyed a career spanning more than six decades across film, television and theater. American actress Barbara Barrie, who received an Academy

October 29, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

Close-up of a person with a clenched fist and visible injuries on their knuckles, illustrating physical violence.

Thousands Protest in Kosovo After Eighth Domestic Violence Killing This Year

Thousands of people gathered in Pristina, Kosovo, demanding stronger protection for women following a domestic violence killing that has raised serious questions about the country’s institutions. The demonstration followed the death of

October 29, 2026

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From Abortion Rights to a Billionaire Tax: Key Ballot Measures in the 2026 U.S. Midterms

Voters will weigh major policy questions on November 3, including transgender athletes’ participation in sports, abortion access, voter identification requirements and redistricting battles that could influence control of Congress through 2028. Transgender

October 28, 2026

Politics·Whats New

U.S. Rents Hit Three-Year High as Rental Demand Surges Nearly 20%

Rising mortgage costs are pushing would-be homebuyers into the rental market, increasing competition for available housing and putting further pressure on renters’ budgets. Renters across the United States are facing a tougher

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to 60,000 Employees as AI Investments Surge

The program covers eligible workers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and India, including employees in AI, Copilot, Xbox and Windows divisions. The move comes as Microsoft pours billions of

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Walmart Announces Extended Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales for 2026

The retail giant will spread its holiday deals across several weeks, giving shoppers more time to find discounts as U.S. holiday spending is projected to surpass $1 trillion for the first time.

October 27, 2026

Business·Whats New

Trump Heads to Texas for Twin Rallies as Paxton-Talarico Senate Race Tightens

With Election Day one week away, President Donald Trump is campaigning in Corpus Christi and Lubbock to rally Republican voters as polls show a highly competitive Texas Senate race and growing dissatisfaction

October 27, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Rare Nanotyrannus Skeleton ‘Jodi’ Sells for $47.3 Million at Sotheby’s Auction

Once believed to be a juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex, the rare dinosaur fossil shattered expectations at auction in New York, reigniting debate over the private ownership of scientifically significant specimens. A rare dinosaur

October 27, 2026

Business·Entertainment·Whats New

Florida Parents Say Police Were Called Over Their 3-Year-Old Son’s Soccer Skills

A viral video sparked outrage after a Florida family said their young son was removed from a children’s soccer league. Police body-camera footage, however, shows a dispute involving the coach’s concerns about

October 27, 2026

Sport·Whats New

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Launches Oscar Campaign With Six Actors in Contention

Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, John Leguizamo and Samantha Morton are reportedly being considered for acting nominations as Nolan’s epic builds momentum ahead of the Academy Awards. Christopher Nolan’s

October 27, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

International Tourism to the U.S. Continues to Decline Despite World Cup Boost

International arrivals remain below 2025 levels despite a World Cup boost in June. Western European visits have declined, raising concerns about the United States’ appeal to overseas travelers. International tourism to the

October 27, 2026

Business·Whats New