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Storm Goretti Tightens Its Grip as Western Europe Faces Renewed Winter Chaos

                                             A woman skis on the snow-covered grounds near the Eiffel Tower in Paris Western Europe is bracing for another disruptive blast of snow and ice as Storm Goretti pushes across the region, bringing widespread travel delays and hazardous conditions. The storm has already caused significant disruption, with hundreds of flights canceled, rail services slowed, and major road networks struggling under rapidly worsening weather. Heavy snowfall blanketed the Paris region early Wednesday, prompting the suspension of bus services and creating long traffic delays. Weather officials warned that snow would continue across much of northern France throughout the day, noting that the scale of the event is unusual for this time of year. Across the Channel, the United Kingdom is preparing for the storm’s peak impact on Thursda...

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Senate to Decide Fate of Funding Bill as Shutdown Deadline Looms


In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a crucial funding bill just hours before the midnight deadline, sending it to the Senate for immediate consideration. The bill, which passed with a vote of 366-34, aims to temporarily fund federal operations and provide disaster aid, but notably excludes an increase in the debt ceiling as demanded by President-elect Donald Trump.

House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the importance of avoiding a government shutdown, especially during the holiday season, while acknowledging the challenges posed by Trump's last-minute demands. The bill now faces a critical test in the Senate, where its passage is expected but not guaranteed.

As the clock ticks down, all eyes are on the Senate to see if they can act swiftly enough to prevent a shutdown that would disrupt federal services and impact millions of Americans.




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