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Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq

Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis turned 88 on Tuesday and marked the occasion with revelations that he almost didn’t make it.
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Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq

Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis turned 88 on Tuesday and marked the occasion with revelations that he almost didn’t make it.
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US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts

US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts

DETROIT (AP) — Starting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don't buckle up.
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Canadian business leaders say Freeland's resignation adds uncertainty to trade talks

Canadian business leaders say Freeland's resignation adds uncertainty to trade talks

Some business leaders worry the resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland from the federal cabinet leaves Canada without a "quarterback" at a critical moment for the country's economy and trade relationships.
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Biden establishes a national monument for Frances Perkins, the 1st female Cabinet secretary

Biden establishes a national monument for Frances Perkins, the 1st female Cabinet secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday established a national monument honoring the late FDR-era Labor Secretary Frances Perkins , the first woman to serve in a presidential Cabinet and a driving force behind Franklin D.
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Schools are cutting bus service for children. Parents are turning to ride-hailing apps

Schools are cutting bus service for children. Parents are turning to ride-hailing apps

CHICAGO (AP) — Ismael El-Amin was driving his daughter to school when a chance encounter gave him an idea for a new way to carpool.
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China retail sales slow as consumers hold back, while home prices fall

China retail sales slow as consumers hold back, while home prices fall

BANGKOK (AP) — Chinese retail sales slowed in November and housing prices fell, the government said Monday, with demand still lackluster despite a flurry of stimulus measures over the past few months.
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As schools cut back on bus service, parents are turning to rideshare apps

As schools cut back on bus service, parents are turning to rideshare apps

CHICAGO (AP) — Ismael El-Amin was driving his daughter to school when a chance encounter gave him an idea for a new way to carpool.
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Weak loonie straining your travel budget? How to still take the trip and save money

Weak loonie straining your travel budget? How to still take the trip and save money

For the past few years, Julia Wilson and her mom have planned an annual weekend getaway to New York City for her November birthday that's typically packed with dinner reservations and shopping.
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Year in review: A look at news events in February 2024

Year in review: A look at news events in February 2024

A look at news events in February 2024: 01 - The federal government announces spending of an additional $362 million to help provinces and cities temporarily house asylum seekers.
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