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Airlines Cancel Flights Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions

Concerns over a broader conflict in the Middle East have prompted international airlines to suspend flights to the region or avoid affected airspace. The cancellations impact major hubs like Tel Aviv, Beirut, and others, with timelines varying by carrier. Here is an overview of current airline decisions:

Biden Administration Expands Export Controls on Advanced Semiconductor Technology to China

The Biden administration announced new restrictions Monday targeting the export of advanced semiconductor chips and manufacturing equipment to China. The measures, introduced by the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security, aim to limit Beijing's ability to develop advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and military applications.

Trumps Declares ‘Hell To Pay’ If Hamas Does Not Release Hostages by Jan 20th

President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the release of all hostages held in Gaza before his inauguration on January 20, 2025. Failure to comply, he warned, would result in unprecedented consequences in the Middle East.

Missouri Lawmakers Demand Answers on Release of Venezuelan Gang Members

Members of Missouri’s congressional delegation are pressing President Joe Biden for explanations regarding the release of known and suspected members of the Tren de...

Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat to Mexico Stirs Tensions Over Cartels, Migration

President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 25% tariff on Mexico unless it curtails drug trafficking and illegal migration risks igniting economic and diplomatic...

Texas AG Ken Paxton Sues to Shut Down South Austin Homeless Center Near Elementary School

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Tuesday a lawsuit seeking to close the Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center (SHNC) in South Austin, alleging the facility fosters criminal activity and endangers children at nearby Joslin Elementary School.

Texas Construction Industry Pushes Back on Trump-Vance Deportation Plan

Prominent construction industry leaders in Texas are voicing opposition to President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance’s proposed mass deportation program, warning it could severely impact their ability to complete infrastructure projects and maintain operations.

South Korea Scrambles Jets as Russian, Chinese Aircraft Enter Air Defense Zone

South Korean fighter jets were scrambled Friday after 11 Russian and Chinese military aircraft entered the nation’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ), remaining there...

Pro-Palestinian Protest Disrupts Major British Columbia Port

Protesters advocating for an end to what they describe as "Canada’s weapons trade with Israel" blocked access to the Deltaport container terminal in Metro...

Sen. Sherrod Brown Claims Ohio Loss Due to GOP “Rigging the System”

Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio, who lost his reelection bid to businessman Bernie Moreno in the Nov. 5 general election, claimed that the...

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