Reuters World News Airbus recall, Pope Leo and icy swims
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Nov 29, 2025 Ted Hessen, an immigration reporter, discusses President Trump's immigration crackdown and the potential impact on visa policies and asylum cases. David Gaffin, a U.S. business editor, shares insights on Black Friday shopping trends, highlighting rising prices and early discounts that cater to wealthier consumers. The conversation also touches on Pope Leo's historic visit to Istanbul's Blue Mosque, symbolizing unity. Plus, stay tuned for a glimpse into the icy swimmers braving subzero temperatures in Russia!
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Global Grounding Of A320 Fleet
- Airbus grounded over 6,000 A320s worldwide after a flight-control software glitch tied to an October JetBlue incident.
- Regulators demanded flight-control software replacement before the planes can fly again, disrupting hundreds of flights.
Papal Visit To Blue Mosque
- Pope Leo stepped into Istanbul's Blue Mosque, removed his shoes as a gesture of respect, and toured with the imam and mufti.
- He chose not to pray and used the visit to call for Christian unity and condemn religious violence.
Potential Expansion Of Migration Crackdown
- President Trump vowed to clamp down on migration from countries on his travel-ban list after a violent incident involving an Afghan asylum seeker.
- Reporters note the move could expand existing bans and include large-scale reviews of people admitted under recent administrations.