A disruption to check-in and boarding systems used by multiple airports had snarled departures through Saturday at airports in Berlin, Brussels, Dublin and London.

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A problem with telecommunications equipment forced the authorities to slow traffic at the city’s two main airports. Delays extended into Saturday.

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He had written hits for Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney and other country stars. Two other people on the plane were also killed when it crashed into a field in Franklin, N.C., officials said.

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