Obama praises Eminem while American Airlines tackles 'gate lice'

In the United States, a wave of foreign volunteer canvassers for the Democrats has emerged, raising concerns about foreign election interference. Many non-American individuals, particularly from UK and Australia, are actively working to sway voters in swing states such as Pennsylvania and Arizona, despite not having the right to vote themselves. This practice has provoked responses from political figures, including a legal complaint from Donald Trump alleging interference in the electoral process. At a recent campaign rally for Kamala Harris in Detroit, celebrated rapper Eminem made a significant appearance, urging his fellow Detroit residents to consider the implications of the election outcome. Eminem's serious and understated approach stood in stark contrast to traditional flashy celebrity campaigning, earning him praise and causing Trump to refrain from direct mockery. Additionally, a lighthearted story about an Australian hiker named Matilda Campbell who found herself wedged between boulders while retrieving her lost phone has floated in the headlines. Her rescue, after an arduous seven-hour ordeal, offers a brief respite from political tension in the news. This tale of survival added to the mix of stories capturing public interest this week. Interestingly, a term called "gate lice" is being used in airports to describe travelers who attempt to queue-jump before boarding. American Airlines is tackling this issue with new technology that alarms when a passenger's group number does not match the boarding call, demonstrating an innovative approach to maintaining order during travel chaos.