Weeks before global soccer fans are due to descend on Toronto and Vancouver for the World Cup, some Uber drivers were trying to score better working conditions during the tournament. At a routine meeting, they told the ride-hailing giant they’re worried about how they’ll contend with the traffic — and tempers — 650,000 expected guests will bring to the Canadian cities in June and July.“Increased traffic causes some customers to be antsy and nervous and frustrated,” said Barry Sawyer, national president at United Food and Commercial Workers, which offers representation to Uber drivers.“We asked Uber to make sure they communicate with all…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a sweeping new Ebola alert that will force all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan to enter the country exclusively through Washington Dulles International Airport, where enhanced health screening is now mandatory. The directive, effective May 21, comes as federal officials race to contain the spread of Ebola linked to an outbreak in eastern Congo. The CDC, working with Customs and Border Protection (CBP), said the measures are designed to identify potential cases before…
Published on 21/05/2026 – 15:01 GMT+2 Five Italian nationals who died while scuba diving in the Maldives may have become lost while exploring an underwater cave, the CEO of the company that recovered their bodies said on Thursday. The four remaining bodies were reportedly found earlier this week by a team of Finnish divers working for Dan Europe. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously said that the divers had gone missing while “attempting to explore caves at a depth of 50 metres.” An early reconstruction of events showed the cave the divers entered was divided into “three large chambers…
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WASHINGTON — China warned Thursday that it is firmly opposed to US engagement with the self-governing island of Taiwan after President Trump floated the possibility of speaking directly with its leader. On Wednesday, Trump indicated he would have a chat with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te while weighing whether or not to move forward with a $14 billion arms package to the island. “China’s opposition to official US exchanges with China’s Taiwan region and US arms to Taiwan remains consistent, clear and firm,” said Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun, urging Washington to “handle the Taiwan question with actual prudence.” Beijing…
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Published on 21/05/2026 – 11:41 GMT+2•Updated 12:52 The European Commission on Thursday cut its 2026 growth forecast for the European economy, as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East drives energy prices sharply higher. The EU economy is now expected to grow by just 1.1% in 2026, down from the 1.4% projected in the Commission’s autumn forecast. The eurozone outlook was revised down further to 0.9%. In its report, the Commission warned that disruption to global energy markets — caused by escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s key oil and gas shipping routes — has…
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Alabama is one step closer to anointing the Republican successor to Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala.But determining which candidate will come out on top is still weeks away, given that Tuberville’s decision to run for governor and vacate his Senate seat ignited a crowded race to replace him. And in Alabama, if a candidate doesn’t get a majority of votes, a runoff is triggered.Out of the field of Republican hopefuls, Rep. Barry Moore, R-Ala., and former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson emerged from the seven-way clash. They will again square off on June 16.TRUMP’S…
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Voters are increasingly pessimistic about the economy and President Trump’s handling of key issues, while a majority opposes continued U.S. military involvement in Iran even as most believe the U.S. is winning the war. That’s according to a new Fox News national survey.Affordability continues to dominate the political landscape.Fifty-eight percent flag the cost of living as their top economic worry, up from 50% in February. This eclipses other issues, such as government spending (16%), jobs (8%) and tariffs (8%).FOX NEWS POLL: VOTERS SEE AI AS A RISK TO PRIVACY AND PAYCHECKSMore than…
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Trader Joe’s is expanding its footprint with 25 new locations across 14 states, adding to its previously announced growth pipeline, the company said. The popular California-based grocery chain announced Wednesday that nine additional stores are now in development, bringing the total slate of upcoming openings to more than two dozen. All locations have been identified, though opening dates remain to be determined. “We are proud to be joining the neighborhood, and to continue our commitment to providing nourishment to the surrounding communities through our Neighborhood Shares program,” the company said. The new round of storefronts spans Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New…
