Rebels assault Chechen capital Grozny in major offensive
Rebels surround checkpoints and government buildings in Grozny as Russian troops push through to the city center. The fighting marks the largest separatist assault since the spring cease-fire, with dozens of casualties and unclear gains for either side amid ongoing bombardment by warplanes.
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Female drivers spark clash of eras in post-Soviet Russia
As Russia liberalizes, women increasingly take the wheel, challenging old norms. The rise in private cars, higher female licensure, and bold anecdotes from Moscow and Kievsky echo a social shift. Yet many men doubly resist, citing tradition and traffic tensions while some women gain freedom and independence through driving.
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In-Flight Gambling Ban Draws Uproar From Airlines
Airlines including Singapore Airlines Swissair and British Airways seek repeal of the U.S. ban on onboard electronic gaming devices arguing it costs them millions. Northwest Airlines says lifting the rule would boost international passenger appeal while U.S. carriers lobby for change. Passengers aged 18 or older could use credit cards to gamble on seat video screens.
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