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Turkish routes are back and European links may follow, as Sulaimani International Airport eyes a broader international role. With cheaper, more frequent flights on the horizon, the Kurdistan region could be poised for a new travel and business boost.

A new codeshare between Qatar Airways and Air Algérie will connect Algiers with Asia and the Middle East, expanding routes and loyalty benefits—set to launch this November.

A high-profile livestream sparked a heated debate about boundaries and the tricky parasocial dynamics between creators and fans. After a fan revealed months of messages and then publicly shared his engagement, the online chatter turned to respect, privacy, and how public figures should navigate attention that crosses lines.

Martin Sheen reveals he hadn’t even seen a Spider-Man film when he was cast as Uncle Ben, a surprising twist for a role that fans still talk about. A quick reflection—from a university commencement moment to the lasting legacy of Ben Parker—offers a fresh look at a beloved slice of Spider-Man lore.

Forecasters are watching a potential late-season development in the Southwestern Caribbean as warm seas and favorable winds raise the odds of a new tropical system. If it forms, its path could swing toward Central America and perhaps brush parts of the Florida region as November approaches.

Typhoon Kalmaegi slammed the central Philippines, flooding streets, submerging homes, and displacing thousands. In Cebu, paddleboard rescues and urgent pleas for food, water, and dry clothes reveal a community fighting to endure the storm’s wake. Hope and resilience rise amid the aftermath.

Amnesty International warns that Tanzania’s post-election crackdown is escalating, with internet and power outages hampering information flow and reports of force used against protesters. As calls for accountability grow, civil liberties and the right to peaceful assembly hang in the balance.

Flights between Turkiye and Sulaymaniyah have resumed after a lengthy security pause. The first Turkish aircraft touched down just after midnight, with a regular weekly schedule expected to follow. The restart signals a potential thaw in regional ties and renewed travel between the two regions.

New Jersey’s early voting surge is reshaping the political landscape and challenging old assumptions about who shows up at the polls. As unaffiliated voters gain influence and last-minute choices loom, the coming election could unfold in surprising ways.

New York City confronts a pivotal November election with a high-stakes mayoral race and a crowded slate of city offices and ballot measures. As campaigns heat up, voters face big questions about the city’s next chapter—and the candidates hoping to shape it.

Robert Pattinson steps into a formidable new role in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune Messiah, filmed across Budapest and Jordan. With a legendary cast and Hans Zimmer’s haunting score, this desert epic promises rising intrigue and stunning visuals—a tantalizing chapter for fans of the saga.

Spartacus: House of Ashur amps up the intrigue and adrenaline in a special Los Angeles screening. On November 19 at the Landmark Theatre in Westwood, fans get a rare early look before the STARZ premiere. Free tickets (for you and a guest) are limited and RSVP is required.

A looming government shutdown could ripple through the skies as air-traffic staffing gaps raise safety questions. With controllers juggling heavy workloads and pay pauses, travel may face unexpected delays—sparking questions about how the aviation system will cope.