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Worcestershire road closures announced for Remembrance Sunday events

Worcestershire road closures announced for Remembrance Sunday events

MOTORISTS are being warned to expect road closures across Worcestershire this weekend as towns and villages come together to mark Remembrance Sunday. A number of parades and services will take place this Sunday (November 8), giving residents the opportunity to remember members of the Armed Forces who have served and lost their lives in wars and other conflicts.

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Democrats near House takeover as voters judge Trump presidency

Democrats near House takeover as voters judge Trump presidency

DETROIT — A blue wave indicated signs of cresting in the United States on Tuesday as Democrats flipped key seats in the midterm elections, serving as a referendum on President Donald Trump’s chaotic and controversial second term. Democrats picked up six key House seats and held on to several battleground districts, marching closer to the majority needed for control of the chamber.

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Novo Banco Profit Falls 4.1% to €585.6 Million Through September

Novo Banco Profit Falls 4.1% to €585.6 Million Through September

Novo Banco posted profits of €585.6 million through September, marking a 4.1% decline from the previous year due to increased operational expenses. Despite this dip, the bank saw a 2.5% rise in commercial banking products and significant growth in its loan and deposit bases.

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UBC professor describes police call after Galloway remark as act of care

UBC professor describes police call after Galloway remark as act of care

VANCOUVER — A University of British Columbia professor has testified about a colleague’s decision to call police to visit Steven Galloway after he was accused of sexual assault, describing it as an “act of care” toward the author, who had spoken of killing himself. Galloway, who is suing his accuser and others in a defamation trial centred on the unproven allegations, has described his subsequent committal to a hospital in the United States as “terrifying.

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Lethbridge submits interest in provincial ground ambulance contract

Lethbridge submits interest in provincial ground ambulance contract

Mayor Blaine Hyggen provided an update Monday on Lethbridge Emergency Services, reminding residents that emergency medical services have not changed. “Our dedicated men and women of the Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services continue to provide the excellent care for our community every day,” said Hyggen.

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False voting claims spread rapidly during US Election Day

False voting claims spread rapidly during US Election Day

WASHINGTON (AP) — Election Day was barely underway before unverified rumors of voting irregularities surfaced online. One actual ballot-scanning breakdown, in Westchester County, New York, in particular gave rise to baseless theories about activities by Democrats or their allies to suppress Republican votes.

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Trump Prepares Veto Strategy Amid Congressional Shift

Trump Prepares Veto Strategy Amid Congressional Shift

With Democrats securing control of both chambers of Congress, Donald Trump is preparing to rely heavily on his veto power to block opposition legislation. As the new session approaches in January 2027, Republicans are engaging in a final legislative sprint to advance their agenda before losing their majority, marking a critical test for the president's influence within his party.

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The Cat in the Hat expands its stakes to cosmic scale in animated reboot

The Cat in the Hat expands its stakes to cosmic scale in animated reboot

The folks behind the new animated “The Cat in the Hat” are pretty confident they’ve got the cat in the bag. It hasn’t even opened yet and there are onscreen references to possible movie spinoffs for the jet-powered magical couch and The Things.

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Lettermen co-founder Tony Butala dies at 87

Lettermen co-founder Tony Butala dies at 87

NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Butala, co-founder of the Grammy-nominated trio The Lettermen, whose lush vocal harmonies made them one of the most popular vocal groups of the 1960s, died Sunday. He was 87.

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Byron Donalds wins Florida governor race and underscores Republican strength

Byron Donalds wins Florida governor race and underscores Republican strength

Byron Donalds has made history after being elected as the US’ first ever Black Republican Governor. Donalds won the close race with 50.

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