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New flights are coming to Reagan National Airport. Where will they go?

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An aviation law signed by President Biden this month will add five new round-trip flights to Reagan National Airport. The move followed a year of political struggle, with backers citing the benefits of adding nonstop destinations and boosting competition and critics warning of new delays and safety risks on the airport’s already overused primary runway in Arlington, Va. ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7uK3SoaCnn6Sku7G70q1lnKedZLGkecydZK%2BZX2d9c4COaWxoamRkv6atxpqlZqaRqbawusClZJqhoqW8s8CMp5ywZZahtqi006xm

Photos: Snow coats ancient monuments in Athens and even dusts some beaches in Greece

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Athens awakened to a coating of snow Tuesday, thanks to a storm system passing by and a shot of cold from central Europe penetrating south into the Mediterranean. Photos revealed a film of snow covering several of the city’s famed landmarks including the Acropolis hill, archaeological site of the temple of Zeus, and the Academy of Athens. Snow even reached Artemida, a seaside town about 40 miles east-southeast of Athens. Read More...

Simona Halep beats Serena Williams to win first Wimbledon title

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Williams, like in last year's final defeat by Angelique Kerber, seemed weighed down by public and personal expectations as she quickly fell 4-0 behind in the opening set. Halep had said beforehand that she had no pressure on her and that is exactly how she played. From the outset she looked relaxed and confident, attacking the Williams serve and keeping the rallies long and deep to force the American into errors. Read More...

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