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Minnesota shootings targeting state lawmakers spark fear in Congress, prompting security discussions as officials work to protect representatives and families from rising threats.

Congressional Iran hawks discuss Middle East tensions as Israeli-Iranian conflict escalates, emphasizing bipartisan support for deterring Iran's nuclear ambitions

Iran warns of consequences for U.S. intervention in conflict as Trump weighs striking nuclear facilities, putting American troops at Middle Eastern bases at increased risk.

Mystery transport planes from China to Iran detected on FlightRadar24 have sparked speculation about China supporting its ally as tensions escalate between Iran and Israel.

The Trump DHS issues new guidelines for congressional visits to ICE detention centers, which asks members of Congress to provide 72 hours' advance notice.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt fired back at Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, after she accused President Donald Trump's supporters of being mentally ill.

Ohio Rep. Max Miller, a Jewish Republican and former Trump aide, claims a man with a Palestinian flag threatened him and his family in what he describes as antisemitic violence.

Karoline Leavitt applauds Supreme Court for protecting 'America's innocent children' in transgender case

A newly unveiled masterplan to revitalise the city?s Mount Coot-tha precinct includes a ?170-kilometre wilderness walking trail with overnight huts? and a ?reimagined tropical dome.?

A group of South Australian architects, builders, academics and regulators have united to call for a national policy shift that makes adaptive reuse the default approach, requiring it to be fully considered before allowing redevelopment.

The proposed redevelopment of an aged care facility on the site of a historic chapel within Melbourne?s Abbotsford Convent faces critique from custodians of the greater convent complex.

MNG Airlines is soaring into the future—and not quietly. With a bold Airbus A350F deal now sealed, the skies over Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America are about to witness a powerful shift. This isn’t just a fleet expansion. It’s a freight revolution in motion. As the cargo game rewrites itself, MNG Airlines is rewriting the rules—fast, smart, and with global ambition.

Edelweiss Air is charting a bold course for Winter 2025 with a sweeping global expansion led by key destinations including Oman, Sri Lanka, the Dominican Republic, South Africa, Thailand, Egypt, and Morocco. Backed by the deployment of additional Airbus A350 aircraft, the airline is introducing new non-stop routes, boosting flight frequencies, and enhancing capacity across both long-haul and short-haul markets. From sun-drenched beaches to Arctic adventures, Edelweiss is redefining winter travel with a diverse and dynamic network that caters to cultural explorers, nature lovers, and leisure seekers alike.

Airhub Aviation just struck a groundbreaking deal—and it’s set to shake the very core of aviation asset management across Europe. This isn’t a routine upgrade. It’s a strategic power move. The new agreement with Airbus signals a sharp shift in how aircraft lifespan is extended, optimized, and supercharged for the future. By locking in direct access to certified Airbus modifications, Airhub Aviation positions itself to disrupt outdated maintenance models and redefine value in aviation asset management. Meanwhile, across Europe, the ripple effects are already beginning. Airlines, lessors, and MRO providers are watching closely.

France has established a new worldwide Travel & Tourism benchmark by adding more than two hundred fifty billion euros to its national GDP in 2024 through exceptional visitor spending growth, solid job creation, and the long-term success of its cultural assets. This spike is a direct result of France’s status as the most visited destination worldwide as well as its visionary investments in infrastructure, regional tourist development, and sustainable initiatives. With even more gains predicted through 2025, France is simultaneously holding its ground at the top of the worldwide tourist scene and shaping its future through long-term strategizing and innovation.

Wizz Air, Ryanair and EasyJet are back in the spotlight—but not for slashing prices. Instead, they now lead a hidden airline fee surge that’s quietly skyrocketing airfares across Europe. While these budget giants promise low-cost flying, the real cost hides in plain sight. From sneaky rescue fees to surprise hand luggage charges, passengers are left stunned at checkout. This isn’t just another price bump—it’s a growing storm.

An Air IndiGo flight, originally departing from Guwahati and bound for Chennai, was unexpectedly redirected to Bengaluru after the crew reported a fuel shortage, as confirmed by airport officials. With around 168 passengers on board, the aircraft was diverted during the flight as a safety precaution, after the crew determined that there wasn’t enough fuel to complete the journey. The plane landed safely in Bengaluru, where it was refueled, and the flight was expected to resume its journey to Chennai following a short delay.

In a move set to transform traveller convenience, Lufthansa Airlines, in partnership with technology provider AirPortr, has expanded its door-to-door baggage collection and check-in service to the greater Cologne and Bonn regions. Passengers making their way to Frankfurt Airport via the Lufthansa Express Rail network—linking Cologne Station directly—can now pre-book home or hotel luggage pickups from areas including Cologne, Bonn, Leverkusen, Hürth, and Brühl.

The U.S. travel industry is grappling with an alarming trend: Western European travel to the United States has sharply fallen by 4.4% in May 2025, according to recent figures from the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO). This drop is part of a broader pattern, signaling a potential multi-billion-dollar loss for the U.S. travel sector, which is now facing its worst financial crisis in over 25 years. The implications of this decline could reshape the U.S. travel landscape for years to come.