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Channel Tunnel Chaos Enters Day Two as Power Fault Drags On

The disruption, caused by a fault in the system's overhead power supply, on Tuesday upended plans for thousands of passengers in London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. Rail passengers travelling between the UK and mainland Europe are enduring a second day of major disruption after a power failure shut down the Channel Tunnel, halting both Eurostar and LeShuttle services. The fault, linked to the overhead power supply, brought traffic to a standstill and left thousands of travellers stranded on both sides of the Channel. Although some services have begun to move again, operators warn that delays and cancellations will continue while engineers work to stabilise the system. Eurostar has urged passengers to avoid travelling unless essential, as many trains remain suspended or heavily delayed. LeShuttle customers are also facing long queues, with significant backlogs reported at both Folkestone and Calais. The timing has added to the frustration, hitting one of the busiest travel per...

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The United States has yet to elect a woman president in its 248-year history


       

The United States, in its 248-year history, has yet to elect a woman president. This could change with Vice President Kamala Harris launching her 2024 presidential campaign. Harris, a 59-year-old Black and Asian-American woman, is backed by President Joe Biden, who recently withdrew from the race due to concerns about his age and health.

Harris’ campaign is already gaining momentum, with significant support from Democratic leaders and a surge in fundraising. Her strong stance on abortion rights resonates with younger voters and progressives, potentially energizing these key demographics. Despite some concerns within the party, Harris is determined to unite the Democrats and defeat Republican candidate Donald Trump in the upcoming election.

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