Canadian airlines are reducing flights to the United States due to dropping demand. Air Canada plans to cancel five U.S. routes by 2027, while other Canadian airlines like WestJet and Air Transat have already cut many U.S. services.
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Air Canada is canceling flights from Montréal, Toronto, and Vancouver to several U.S. cities including Seattle, Boston, Nashville, Raleigh-Durham, and Charleston by 2027.
Some flights canceled by Air Canada were seasonal and had low seat occupancy rates, below 67 percent.
Air Canada will restart flights from Toronto to Louisville, Kentucky, a route not served since 2002.
WestJet has cut 10 U.S. routes this year, including flights from Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto, and Winnipeg.
Air Transat stopped all U.S. flights by mid-2024, ending its remaining flights to Florida.
The decline in Canadian travel to the U.S. is linked to political tensions between the Biden administration and Canada as well as rising fuel prices.
Canadian airlines are adjusting their routes in response to lower passenger numbers and financial pressures.
Data sources include aviation analytics company Cirium and aviation news website SimpleFlying.
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President Trump and conservative media are using protests and unrest in France to warn Americans about potential problems if certain political ideas take hold in the U.S. They link these events to immigration, socialism, and policies pushed by some Democrats, suggesting similar unrest could happen in America.
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President Trump said migrants and communists caused the unrest in France and blamed Democrats for wanting similar outcomes in America.
Fox News hosts like Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham compared the protests in France to potential future problems in the U.S.
Conservative commentators warn that Democratic policies like free college, government healthcare, and open borders could lead to unrest.
Fox News and Newsmax guests claim leftist politicians want to bring European-style government and economy to the U.S.
Republicans see the events in France as a warning to voters ahead of the November midterm elections.
Some commentators say the protests show the dangers of not defending national values and accuse Democrats of being too apologetic about nationalism.
Republican leaders, including Rick Santorum and Tom Emmer, also used the unrest in France as a cautionary example for America.
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The Snowy Hydro 2.0 renewable energy project in Australia has seen its cost grow from an initial $2 billion to up to $25 billion. The project, which involves building tunnels and an underground power station, is now expected to finish in 2029, several years later than first planned.
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Snowy Hydro 2.0 was first announced in 2017 with a projected cost of $2 billion.
The estimated cost increased to almost $13 billion in 2023, and now the new estimate is between $22.2 billion and $25 billion.
The project involves creating tunnels up to 27 km long to connect two reservoirs and will generate 2,200 megawatts of power.
Construction challenges include a tunnel boring machine named Florence getting stuck for nearly a year.
About 5,000 workers are currently involved in the project, with machine tunneling 65% complete.
Original completion was expected by 2026-27 but has been pushed back to late 2029.
The Australian government plans additional oversight and financial support, possibly involving private funding.
Delays and cost overruns are due to technical complexity, productivity issues, and rising global prices for materials and labor.
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President Donald Trump is negotiating with Russia in ways that some see as betraying Ukraine during its conflict with Russia. Recent actions by Trump include easing sanctions on Russia and limiting support to Ukraine, which could hurt Ukraine’s ability to defend itself.
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Trump is involved in talks with Russia about ending the war in Ukraine under terms some call a "sell-out" of Ukraine.
He has reduced tougher sanctions on Russia and allowed the purchase of Russian diesel, which may help fund Russia’s war.
Trump has also limited U.S. sharing of intelligence with Ukraine and pushed to remove Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Ukraine has been defending itself and even striking parts of Russia, weakening Russia’s war efforts.
European countries have increased their support for Ukraine as U.S. support has shifted.
Trump’s motivations include dislike of Zelenskyy, desires for business deals with Russia, and admiration for authoritarian leaders.
Russia is facing battlefield losses, economic damage, and international isolation, making its position weak in the war.
Experts warn that forcing Ukraine to surrender could have long-term negative effects on Europe and global stability.
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High gas and diesel prices continue to affect US voters as the midterm elections approach, with costs remaining well above last year’s levels. President Donald Trump has introduced measures to lower diesel prices, but experts say these efforts will not reduce fuel costs before the elections.
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Gasoline costs about $4.29 per gallon, over $1.25 higher than last year.
Diesel prices have risen nearly 75%, now around $6.30 per gallon.
President Trump promoted diesel cost-saving deals, including allowing use of "red dye" diesel and lifting some sanctions on Russian diesel imports.
Experts say the new deals will not significantly lower fuel prices before the November 3 midterms.
A diesel import deal allows 2.24 million barrels from Russia, which covers only 14 hours of US diesel use.
US energy prices are higher partly due to the ongoing war with Iran, which disrupted oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
Fuel supply problems also come from damaged Middle East refineries, limited Chinese refining capacity, and attacks on Russian refineries.
Many voters are unhappy with fuel costs and this may affect their votes in the midterm elections.
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A woman accusing Russell Brand of rape told a court that the alleged attack caused her significant pain. Witnesses described the complainant’s distress and said she told them Brand was aggressive and that she repeatedly said no during the incident. Brand denies all charges, which cover sexual offenses over a ten-year period.
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Russell Brand faces seven charges including rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault.
The accusations involve six women and events from 1999 to 2009.
One witness said the complainant described the alleged attack as "really, really hurt."
The complainant told a friend Brand was "quite aggressive" and that she said no many times.
Another friend said Brand called the complainant "dirty" after the alleged incident.
The complainant experienced physical pain preventing her from sitting down.
Friends encouraged her to seek medical help and consider going to the police.
Brand has pleaded not guilty to all charges and the trial is ongoing.
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This CBS News segment features an interview with historian Joseph Moore about how lessons from 300 years of American financial history can help people plan their money today. The discussion explores which money beliefs have stayed true over time and offers insights for personal financial planning.
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The show is called Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger.
Historian Joseph Moore talks about changes in personal finance over 300 years in America.
The interview highlights some timeless ideas about money and markets.
The episode is approximately 33 minutes long.
The discussion aims to help viewers use history to make better money decisions.
The program is part of CBS News coverage and includes other current news topics.
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A new episode of the TV show "48 Hours" will air on CBS about a man who was murdered and his wife found dead in a house connected to a local legend about a curse. The reporter Peter Van Sant will tell the story on October 24.
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The story involves a man who was murdered.
The man's wife was found dead at the same location.
The house has a local legend about being “cursed.”
The report is part of the TV program "48 Hours."
The episode airs on CBS on Saturday, October 24 at 10 p.m. Eastern time.
The show is also available for streaming on Paramount+.
Peter Van Sant is the correspondent reporting the story.
"48 Hours" covers true crime cases and investigations.
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The article says Russian leader Vladimir Putin is currently facing setbacks. It argues that this is not the right moment to give him any advantages or favor.
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Vladimir Putin is the leader of Russia.
Putin is experiencing losses or difficulties.
The article advises against actions that would help or benefit Putin.
It suggests that supporting Putin now would be a mistake.
The context likely involves ongoing international or geopolitical issues.
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President Donald Trump praised a man who punched a protester during a rally in Clemson, South Carolina. Trump thanked the man while the protester was being removed from the event.
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The incident took place at a midterm election rally in Clemson, South Carolina.
A protester was punched by a man during the rally.
President Donald Trump praised the man who threw the punch.
Trump expressed his thanks as the protester was escorted out of the event.
The event was connected to the ongoing midterm election campaign.
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A retired man from Woking sold a collection of Pokémon cards at auction for £1.56 million, making him a millionaire. The cards were kept in an attic for 15 years and were sold at Ewbank's auction house, which said it was the most valuable trading card auction in the UK.
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The man did not know the cards were valuable until he read about a card selling for over £6,000.
He had collected 42 complete sets of Pokémon cards, all in mint condition and still sealed.
The collection was auctioned at Ewbank's in Surrey and attracted buyers from around the world.
One set bought for £300 sold for £75,000 at the auction.
The top sale was a Legendary Collection Complete Master Set, including a Charizard card, which sold for £100,000.
Ewbank's said it was their most successful auction in over 30 years.
The auction total surpassed the previous UK record of £872,000 set earlier in October.
The man’s son originally collected and swapped the cards in the late 1990s before losing interest.
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The news article previews an upcoming episode of the TV show "48 Hours," which will feature surveillance footage capturing the last moments before a woman is killed by a mysterious person. The episode will air on CBS and Paramount+ on Saturday, October 24.
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The show "48 Hours" covers real crime stories and investigations.
The episode highlights multiple surveillance cameras recording key events.
It focuses on the moments before a woman's death caused by an unknown figure.
The report is by Anne-Marie Green, a correspondent for "48 Hours."
The episode is scheduled to air on October 24 at 9 PM Eastern Time on CBS.
It will also be available for streaming on the Paramount+ platform.
The article lists many other true crime stories previously covered by "48 Hours."
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The U.S. ambassador to Turkiye says the United States is changing how it deals with countries in the Middle East. He notes that the U.S. no longer wants to control the region and believes the countries there should take more responsibility for their own problems.
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The U.S. ambassador to Turkiye also serves as the special presidential envoy for Syria and Iraq.
He says the U.S. no longer aims to dominate the Middle East.
The ambassador acknowledges that the war in Iran caused instability and unintended consequences.
President Donald Trump opposes "forever wars" and wants to end the conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
Ending the conflict will require both sides to accept compromises they may not like.
Growing tensions in the region could lead to mistakes or conflicts due to a lack of trust between Washington and Tehran.
The ambassador says Middle Eastern countries should not rely solely on the U.S. but should look out for themselves.
He states that years of U.S. military involvement show that changing governments by force does not work, and disputes should instead be solved through talks and respect.
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Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign in the Ohio governor race released an attack ad featuring the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Amy Acton, criticizing her. The ad was widely condemned, including by some Republicans, for exploiting Acton’s history of childhood sexual abuse. Ramaswamy’s team defended the ad, and Vice President JD Vance supported it.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is running for Ohio governor against Democrat Amy Acton in the November 3 midterm elections.
Ramaswamy’s campaign released an ad showing Acton’s estranged mother urging voters not to support Acton.
Amy Acton was sexually abused by her stepfather at age 12 and removed from her mother's custody.
Acton’s campaign called the ad "despicable" and said it exploited her past abuse.
Some Republicans, including South Carolina congresswoman Nancy Mace, criticized the ad as shameful and offensive.
Vice President JD Vance defended Ramaswamy’s decision to air the ad.
Amy Acton has refused to debate Ramaswamy and called him a “chronic liar.”
The Ohio governor race is seen as one of the most negative contests in the 2024 midterm elections.
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California officials have issued warnings about increased shark activity near Marina State Beach after several great white sharks were spotted close to shore. Beachgoers are advised to be cautious and check with staff before entering the water, especially during the fall season known as "Sharktober," when shark sightings tend to rise.
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Multiple great white sharks have been seen off Marina State Beach, confirmed by drone and boat footage.
Shark advisories remain active, and visitors are encouraged to watch for sharks and report sightings.
Calm water and about 66°F surface temperatures create favorable conditions for sharks near the beach.
October, called "Sharktober," is when adult great white sharks return to California’s coast after spending months in open ocean areas.
Shark attacks in California are rare, with 201 incidents recorded between 1950 and 2021; 15 of these were fatal.
Research suggests some shark bites happen because sharks mistake swimmers or surfers for seals.
Scientists found that shining lights on seal-shaped decoys can reduce shark attacks by changing their silhouette.
After prior shark attacks, California has closed beaches temporarily for safety and posted warnings.
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An investigation found that Israel is using US-made Tasers on Palestinian detainees, and the company Axon continues to supply these weapons despite reports they are used for torture. Separately, about 80 volunteers from the US, Israel, and Britain helping Palestinians with olive harvesting near Bethlehem were detained by Israeli forces declaring the area a military zone.
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Israel uses Tasers made by the American company Axon on Palestinian prisoners.
Human rights groups claim these Tasers are used to torture detainees.
Israel’s military says detainee abuse is strictly banned.
About 80 volunteers, including a US congress candidate and rabbis, were detained near Bethlehem.
The area where volunteers worked was declared a closed military zone by Israel.
Photojournalist Heidi Levine was seriously injured after an attack by Israeli settlers and was rescued by local Palestinians.
The US State Department is moving diplomats and families out of Saudi Arabia due to attacks from Yemen’s Houthis.
Similar US government withdrawals are reported in other Middle East countries amid tensions with Iran.
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President Donald Trump announced a deal allowing Russia to sell diesel fuel to global markets, with U.S. sanctions waived until 2027. This move follows earlier U.S. support to Ukraine, including military aid and allowing Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia, but the diesel deal has raised questions about the direction of U.S. policy toward Russia.
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Trump declared that Russia would ship 300,000 tons of diesel immediately, with over three million more tons to follow.
U.S. Treasury is waiving sanctions on Russian diesel sales through April 2027.
Ukraine agreed to stop attacking Russian refineries as part of an "energy ceasefire."
Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russia of breaking the ceasefire and said Trump pressured Ukraine to give up its refinery strikes.
Diesel prices in the U.S. have risen nearly 80% since January, now costing about $6.28 a gallon.
The deal addresses only a small portion of U.S. diesel demand and has not significantly lowered prices.
Russia maintains demands including control of the Donbas region and Ukrainian neutrality, which have not changed for years.
Trump’s view is that Russia is not a global superpower, pointing to its smaller economy and military challenges.
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Neha Bora, a 29-year-old student leader from India, has recently become a prominent figure challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government alongside older politicians like Rahul Gandhi. Bora uses creative protest tactics and has drawn strong support from young people unhappy with Modi’s policies and actions like changes to voting rights and education scandals.
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Neha Bora is a student leader and national president of the All India Students’ Association (AISA), a left-wing student group.
She has gained attention for her role in protests against the Modi government, especially on issues related to education and voting rights.
Bora uses creative and active protest methods to avoid police and has become popular among young Indians.
Rahul Gandhi, leader of the opposition, has publicly supported and worked alongside Bora.
Modi’s government faces criticism for changes to electoral rolls that removed voting rights for 130 million people.
Protests in New Delhi have included student groups and mass demonstrations demanding the resignation of India’s election chief.
Bora is compared to other young protest leaders globally but prefers to focus on local political change.
She studied arts at Jawaharlal Nehru University, known for its history of student activism.
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Three Democratic sheriffs in Texas denied that they endorsed Governor Greg Abbott for re-election, despite being listed as supporters by Abbott’s campaign. Abbott’s campaign said including one sheriff was a mistake and has not commented further. Abbott is running a tight race against Democrat Gina Hinojosa.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, is seeking a fourth term.
Abbott’s campaign announced endorsements from 12 Democratic sheriffs.
Three sheriffs — Ramon Montes, Joe Frank Martinez, and Marin Cuellar — said they did not endorse Abbott.
Abbott’s campaign removed Cuellar’s name, calling its earlier inclusion a mistake.
Joe Frank Martinez said he supports Abbott’s help with law enforcement but did not give a political endorsement.
Ramon Montes is not endorsing any candidate at this time.
Polls show Abbott slightly ahead of Gina Hinojosa, with narrow margins.
The election race in Texas is very close compared to previous years.
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Aung San Suu Kyi’s son spoke to her for the first time in over five years since she was detained by Myanmar’s military in 2021. She remains under house arrest as the military government controls the country and has recently shown signs of easing her detention.
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Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s ousted leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been detained since a 2021 military coup.
Her son, Kim Aris, was allowed to speak with her for the first time in more than five years.
She is currently held under house arrest in Naypyidaw, Myanmar’s capital.
The military government has recently published photos of her meeting officials and receiving gifts, including from Britain’s King Charles.
Myanmar’s military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, was elected civilian president in 2024 after ruling as military chief.
The election that made Min Aung Hlaing president was widely seen as not free or fair.
The military may be easing restrictions on Aung San Suu Kyi to improve its image internationally.
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