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Tom Kean Jr's prolonged absence puts pressure on House Republicans' razor-thin majority
Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s prolonged health-related absence is expected to pose challenges for House Republicans as they face critical votes on key party-line legislation.
Plane crash in South Sudan kills all 15 on board
The authorities are investigating but early reports suggest bad weather and poor visibility may be to blame.
Social Security benefits can be reduced for some retirees who work. How that may change
A new bill in Congress calls for eliminating the retirement earnings test, which reduces Social Security for some workers who are younger than retirement age.
Gunmen raid Nigerian orphanage and kidnap children
The attack saw 23 children and the facility's proprietress kidnapped by gunmen on Sunday.
Ageing workers in East Asia are essential. More are needed
Yet they often face high barriers to employment and unpalatable options
Republicans rush to green light White House ballroom following third Trump assassination scare
Lawmakers rush to approve Trump's White House ballroom project, arguing the shooting highlights the need for secure venues for presidential events.
25% of Gen Z women think they must choose between love and career: It's 'the greatest challenge for women,' says expert
Many Gen Z women believe to build their careers properly, they must put romantic relationships on hold, according to a new survey.
United Airlines CEO confirms he approached American Airlines about merger
United CEO Scott Kirby said American rejected the idea, "and without a willing partner, something this big simply can't get done."
Odesa bears brunt of latest Russian attacks on Ukraine – as it happened
Across country, at least 14 have been injured as Zelenskyy highlights importance of air defencesTop EU officials and Hungary’s incoming government will discuss on Wednesday the changes Budapest needs to...
Mali’s militant attacks expose limits of Putin’s power in Africa
Russian backing for the ruling junta has not stopped rebel fighters striking significant blows in recent daysMali in turmoil after insurgents seize towns and kill defence ministerWhen Assimi Goïta, the...
Xi Jinping wants China to read more—as long as it’s the right books
A new campaign to put down phones and pick up classics
Celebrating one of literature’s greatest pessimists
Why Texans throw a birthday party for Eeyore—and everyone else should, too