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A traveler compares overnight train travel, city accommodation, and private jet flights across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The stories highlight the costs, comfort, and challenges of different travel modes, revealing insights into travel planning and the realities of various travel environments today.
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A new interactive map from Climate TRACE reveals that fossil fuel facilities and wildfires are releasing dangerous PM2.5 particles, exposing 1.6 billion people worldwide to toxic air. The tool tracks pollution sources in real-time, emphasizing the urgent need for policy action to protect public health and address climate change.
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A mother in Angleton, Texas, has been charged with two counts of murder after a shooting that killed two children and critically injured two others. The incident occurred Saturday, with the mother calling 911 afterward. Authorities recovered a weapon at the scene and detained all involved. The victims are aged 4, 13, 8, and 9.
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Kyren Lacy, a former LSU wide receiver, died by apparent suicide in April amid a criminal case linked to a fatal December crash. Police videos and evidence suggest Lacy was not responsible for the crash, contradicting initial police claims. The case remains under review as new footage challenges earlier findings.
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A series of shootings in Sugar Land and southwest Houston on Wednesday resulted in three deaths, including the suspect, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot. The incidents appear interconnected, with the initial shooting involving a woman with a relationship to the gunman. The events unfolded over a span of about two hours, with police closing multiple scenes as they investigate.
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Harriet Recker, 82, is accused of shooting her husband, Dennis Recker, at a healthcare facility in South Carolina. The incident appears premeditated, with notes indicating her emotional struggles. She remains held without bail as investigations continue.
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Austin, Texas, has emerged as the most affordable U.S. city for renters, with rents declining 7% year-over-year and only 16.5% of income spent on rent. This shift follows increased housing supply and policy reforms after pandemic-driven migration, contrasting with other major metros where rent-to-income ratios remain high.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph, struck the Caribbean on Tuesday, causing at least 28 deaths and widespread damage. Relief efforts are underway in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, with organizations providing emergency aid, water, and shelter amid ongoing recovery challenges.
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Zohran Mamdani has been elected as New York's first Indian-American Muslim mayor, with his wife Rama Duwaji, an artist and activist, supporting him. The articles highlight her background, political activism, and the couple's marriage, amid online criticism and support for their political and cultural identities.
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A tornado watch was issued for Houston after severe thunderstorms caused roof damage, downed trees, and power outages. Meanwhile, Queensland experienced giant hail and high winds, causing widespread disruptions and property damage. No injuries were reported in either event, but the storms highlight increasing extreme weather patterns.