Catherine Thorbecke, CNN Business Elon Musk said Twitter might soon charge fees for certain users, as the billionaire continues to tease how he might change the platform as its new owner. Musk, who struck a roughly $44 billion deal to buy Twitter last week, said in a tweet the platform will “always be free for
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MIAMI (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Madison Bumgarner has been ejected after his hand was checked for a foreign substance. Bumgarner gave up a leadoff homer to Jon Berti in the first inning at Miami, and then retired the next three batters. As he was walking to the dugout, the veteran left-hander gestured with his
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By Christian Sierra and Chandelis Duster, CNN Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Wednesday defended his agency’s new working group dubbed the “Disinformation Governance Board” against criticism that it would censor or investigate free speech. It was the latest effort by the Department of Homeland Security to quell concerns about the new initiative, which was
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By DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer Airbus says its first-quarter profit rose sharply from a year ago, as the airlines that buy its planes recover from the worst of the pandemic. And it’s planning to build a second assembly line at its plant in Mobile, Alabama, to hit ambitious new production targets. Airbus said Wednesday
Continue Reading By Katelyn Polantz, CNN Reporter, Crime and Justice The House select committee has narrowed what it wants to ask former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, as it continues to press for more documents and testimony from the key January 6 witness in the Trump White House. “We’ve talked to a lot of Mr.
Continue Reading By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Record-low mortgages below 3% are long gone. Credit card rates will likely rise. So will the cost of an auto loan. Savers may finally receive a yield high enough to top inflation. The half-point hike in its benchmark short-term rate that the Federal Reserve announced Wednesday
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Amber Heard is “looking forward to finally telling her story and protecting her freedoms under the First Amendment,” a source close to the actress tells CNN ahead of Heard’s testimony in her ex-husband Johnny Depp’s defamation trial against her.
Continue Reading By Tami Luhby, CNN The swift rise in food prices has led Kay O’Reilly to hang out outside her local Amazon warehouse in Virginia Beach, Virginia, to see if it has any extra eggs, milk, meat or produce to spare. The visits are part of O’Reilly’s efforts at “food wrangling” to make sure the Chapel
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By Rachel Ramirez, CNN Stanford University announced Wednesday it is launching a new school later this year focused on climate change and funded by John Doerr, a renowned Silicon Valley venture capitalist. Doerr and his wife donated $1.1 billion to fund the initiative — the largest gift ever given to a university for establishing a
Continue Reading By BETH HARRIS AP Racing Writer ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) — Tim Yakteen has been to the Kentucky Derby with good horses before. Now the trainer is at Churchill Downs in charge for the first time with two top contenders that used to be trained by Hall of Famer Bob Baffert. Yakteen worked two different stints
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On Thursday, the American Legion, in partnership with the own of Jackson, will be adding names to the monument in Town Square.
Continue Reading By Omar Jimenez, CNN The federal judge presiding over the cases of the four former Minneapolis police officers implicated in the killing of George Floyd has accepted Derek Chauvin‘s plea deal and will sentence him to 20 to 25 years in prison. That sentencing range was laid out in the plea agreement filed months ago,
Continue Reading By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve intensified its fight against the worst inflation in 40 years by raising its benchmark interest rate by a half-percentage point Wednesday — its most aggressive move since 2000 — and signaling further large rate hikes to come. The increase in the Fed’s key
Continue Reading By Nikki Carvajal, CNN President Joe Biden praised US Olympic and Paralympic athletes at the White House on Wednesday for not only their “incredible athleticism, but your endurance and your state of mind.” It was the first time members of Team USA who competed in the most recent Summer and Winter Games had been welcomed
Continue Reading By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden praised Team USA for bringing a bit of unity to a pandemic weary nation as he hosted a White House celebration Wednesday with about 600 athletes from this year’s Winter Olympics in Beijing and the coronavirus-delayed Summer Games held in 2021 in Tokyo. Among
Continue Reading By Sara Ashley O’Brien, CNN Business Airbnb is once again trying to stop people from using its platform to host unauthorized parties ahead of key summer holidays. The company said Wednesday it will be instituting “strict anti-party measures” for Memorial Day weekend for the first time and will reapply the same approach for July 4th
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For over half a decade the team at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has been researching more efficient methods for recycling our old electronics. After nearly seven years of research and development the system they have come up with is called E-Recov.
Continue Reading By TALES AZZONI AP Sports Writer MADRID (AP) — Rafael Nadal has gotten is off to a good start in his return from injury, defeating Miomir Kecmanovic in two sets to reach the third round at the Madrid Open. Nadal showed few signs of being rusty in his 6-1, 7-6 (4) opening win at home.
Continue Reading By Stephanie Moore Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WYFF) — A mother and grandmother are charged after a young child was found dead on an Asheville motel room floor Monday afternoon, according to police. Asheville police said they were called to the Rodeway Inn and Suites on Crowell Road around
Continue Reading By Adam Roberts Click here for updates on this story MONROE, Oklahoma (KHBS, KHOG) — “I know we’ve had damage but it could’ve been so much worse than it actually was,” Loretta Turner said. “The good lord was taking care of us.” 40/29 has confirmed a tornado caused damage in Le Flore County, Oklahoma Monday
Continue Reading macamilarincon (CNN Español) –– En la conmemoración del Día Mundial de la Libertad de Prensa, la Asociación de Periodistas de El Salvador presentó este martes un informe que expone “una descripción de las diferentes restricciones al ejercicio del periodismo” en el país en 2021, y “su comparación con el 2019 y 2020”. El documento de
Continue Reading By Kelly Eckerman Click here for updates on this story PRAIRIE VILLAGE, Kansas (KMBC) — Prairie Village police are now working with the FBI on the mysterious disappearance of Angela Green. The wife and mother has not been seen in three years. Police said it’s an active investigation and unlike any they’ve handled before. Green
Continue Reading CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Nick Kelly has stepped down chief executive office of Tepper Sports & Entertainment after just three months on the job. Kelly helped with the successful launch of Charlotte FC Major League Soccer club as team president before taking on the role of CEO overseeing soccer and the NFL’s Carolina Panthers in
Continue Reading WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas man will be sentenced in July for his role in a hoax call that led to a fatal police shooting in 2017. Shane Gaskill pleaded guilty Tuesday to wire fraud related to a “swatting” call that ended with Wichita police shooting and killing 28-year-old Andrew Finch. In his plea
Continue Reading By Julie Cornell Click here for updates on this story FREMONT, Nebraska (KETV) — This week, 22-year-old Alex France reaches some major milestones in life. He’ll graduate from Midland University with a degree in Youth and Family Ministry. He graduates from Midland as one of the school’s most accomplished distance runners. He plans to attend
Continue Reading By Kristen Consillio Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — The owner of Tina’s Lei Shop in Chinatown relies heavily on Mother’s Day and graduation season to sustain her small business. “We were making enough profit to pay for our rent for the whole year,” said owner Tina Nguyen. During a
Continue Reading COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina judge has approved a second round of refunds for customers of a utility that poured billions of dollars into two nuclear power plants that never produced a watt of power. About $61 million is being set aside for Dominion Energy South Carolina after the utility sold several properties
Continue Reading By CARLEY PETESCH Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Human Rights Watch has accused Russian mercenaries of executing, torturing and beating civilians in Central African Republic since 2019. Dozens of witnesses who spoke to the international rights organization outlined incidents of violence, including in July 2021 when Russian-speaking men carrying military-grade weapons set up a
Continue Reading By Devan Cole, CNN Jim Obergefell, the gay rights activist and named plaintiff in the 2015 Supreme Court case that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, argued Wednesday that a constitutional right to marriage equality is at risk if the high court decides to overturn Roe v. Wade. Earlier this week, a leaked draft opinion authored by
Continue Reading LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Indian discus thrower Kamalpreet Kaur has tested positive for an anabolic steroid. The case was announced Wednesday nine months after she placed sixth at the Tokyo Olympics. Kaur tested positive for stanozolol in a case the Athletics Integrity Unit dated to March 29. The steroid was most famously used by sprinter
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By SAM METZ Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A procession of family, friends and colleagues gathered to honor late U.S. Sen. Orrin G. Hatch, who is lying in state in Salt Lake City on Wednesday. Hatch died on April 23 in Salt Lake City at age 88 from complications stemming from a stroke.
Continue Reading By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The small town of Mason has announced it has reached a deal halting the threat of a takeover of its finances by the state of Tennessee. The agreement marks a victory for town officials who had argued the state was treating Mason’s majority-Black leaders differently than
Continue Reading By Kate Sullivan, CNN President Joe Biden on Wednesday sharpened the contrast between his policies and what he derided as an “ultra-MAGA agenda” on the right as he looks to hone his midterm message heading into a high-stakes campaign season. The President zeroed in on an economic plan put forward by the leader of the
Continue Reading By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business It’s May the 4th, a day for Star Wars nerds to geek out on Luke Skywalker, lightsabers and the Millennium Falcon. So why are so many sci fi fans talking about Spock, phasers and the USS Enterprise? Even though May 4th is known as “Star Wars Day” (as in, “May
Continue Reading César López (CNN) — La camiseta que usó Diego Maradona contra Inglaterra en la Copa del Mundo de 1986, sinónimo de su brillantez en ese torneo en México, se vendió por casi US$ 9,3 millones en una subasta en línea, rompiendo el récord de un artículo de recuerdo deportivo. La camiseta azul se vendió a
Continue Reading SUTTON COLDFIELD, England (AP) — Lee Westwood has requested a release to play the first event of the Saudi-funded LIV Golf Invitational series in Britain next month. Westwood says he has asked both the European tour and the PGA Tour for the release required to contest the $25 million event at Centurion Club from June
Continue Reading NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils shook up their assistant coaching ranks by firing Mark Recchi while not renewing the contract of Alain Nasreddine. General manager Tom Fitzgerald announced the moves less than a week after New Jersey missed the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season and the ninth time in 10 years.
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — La decisión de la Corte Suprema que derogó Roe vs. Wade, el caso que estableció el derecho federal al aborto implica que el acceso a los abortos con medicamentos podrían volverse más importantes que nunca. Algunos estados han restringido la práctica, pero en diciembre la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de
Continue Reading By MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Tupperware’s turnaround isn’t exactly going as planned, with inflation, COVID-19 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine all weighing on the consumer products company. Sales dropped 16% in the first quarter, with Miguel Fernandez, President and CEO of Tupperware Brands, acknowledging that the company’s turnaround still needs a lot more work.
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Monday was a day of transition and emotion for Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra as she welcomed her 13 Student Advisory Council members for their final quarterly meeting.
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Attorney General Lawrence Wasden secured approximately $843,000 from the owner of TurboTax, Intuit, for deceiving consumers into paying for tax services that should have been free.
Continue Reading CLEVELAND (AP) — Reliever Yusmeiro Petit and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a minor league contract. The 37-year-old right-hander would get a $1.5 million salary while in the major leagues if added to the 40-man roster and would have the chance to earn $500,000 in performance bonuses for games pitched. Petit spent the
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Sana Noor Haq, CNN Gianni Versace‘s former townhouse in Manhattan has gone on sale for $70 million. The late fashion designer bought the seven-bedroom mansion in 1995 and fully refurbished the interior, according to the Sotheby’s International Realty listing. The mansion, built in 1950, offers the buyer the chance to “live like royalty” and “own
Continue Reading macamilarincon (CNN) –– Comida extra. Privilegios especiales que otros presos no tenían. Esas son algunas de las pistas que respaldan la teoría de que Vicky White, agente carcelaria de Alabama, y Casey White, recluso acusado de asesinato, sostenían una relación romántica antes de que ambos desaparecieran la semana pasada, dijo el sheriff del condado de
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Around noon on Thursday, Make-A-Wish Idaho granted a wish to have a cow to a 6-year-old Idaho Falls girl with a genetic disorder.
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By Matias Grez, CNN The shirt Diego Maradona wore against England at the 1986 World Cup — synonymous with his brilliance at that tournament in Mexico — has sold for almost $9.3 million in an online auction, smashing the record for an item of sports memorabilia. The blue jersey was sold to an anonymous buyer
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Women of all ages and younger men with certain mood disorders are more likely to develop certain chronic illnesses, according to new research.
Continue Reading By Matt Egan, CNN Business Turmoil on Wall Street is a feature, not a bug, of the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation, according to former New York Federal Reserve President Bill Dudley. “What’s happening right now is exactly what the Federal Reserve wants to happen,” Dudley told CNN in an interview, referring to recent volatility
Continue Reading By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the controversial “Hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup has sold for 7.1 million pounds ($9.3 million), the highest price ever paid at auction for a piece of sports memorabilia. Auctioneer Sotheby’s sold the
Continue Reading By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored the controversial “Hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup has sold for 7.1 million pounds ($9.3 million), the highest price ever paid at auction for a piece of sports memorabilia. Auctioneer Sotheby’s sold the
Continue Reading By Paradise Afshar, Amanda Watts and Holly Yan, CNN New Mexico’s governor has asked for a presidential disaster declaration to help get more money into her state as it battles the largest wildfire burning in the US. Seven wildfires are burning in New Mexico — the most in any state, according to the National Interagency
Continue Reading By Devan Cole, CNN Jim Obergefell, the gay rights activist and named plaintiff in the 2015 Supreme Court case that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, argued Wednesday that a constitutional right to marriage equality is at risk if the high court decides to overturn Roe v. Wade. Earlier this week, a leaked draft opinion authored by
Continue Reading JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Veteran defensive end Adam Gotsis has signed a one-year contract to rejoin the Jacksonville Jaguars. He gives the team some experienced depth to play behind rookie and projected starter Travon Walker. Gotsis is entering his seventh NFL season and third with Jacksonville. He played in 32 of 33 games with the
Continue Reading By VIN A. CHERWOO AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins went into the playoffs knowing they’d be without starting goalie Tristan Jarry for at least the first couple of games. They lost backup Casey DeSmith to an injury late in the second overtime of the opening game against the Rangers. Now,
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US children under 5 are getting closer to authorized COVID-19 vaccines, but most parents may be reluctant to actually get them when they become available, a new survey found.
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By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Amber Heard has made good on her promise to give the millions she received from her divorce settlement with Johnny Depp to charity. Heard distributed her $7 million settlement between two organizations — Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the ACLU, which will put its portion of the funds toward efforts
Continue Reading By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Amber Heard has made good on her promise to give the millions she received from her divorce settlement with Johnny Depp to charity. Heard distributed her $7 million settlement between two organizations — Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the ACLU, which will put its portion of the funds toward efforts
Continue Reading Melissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN Español) — Más de 690.000 personas fueron elegidas por la Registraduría de Colombia para que sean jurados de votación en las elecciones presidenciales del 19 de junio de 2022, en la que están llamados a votar mas de 39 millones de colombianos. Última hora de las elecciones en Colombia 2022, en
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The Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 1565 will continue its long-standing tradition of collecting critical funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) through the Fill the Boot campaign this weekend.
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The Idaho Transportation Department is extending the traffic signal study at the intersection of 2nd and the C-A-L Ranch parking lot in Rexburg.
Continue Reading SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Airbnb says it’s taking steps to prevent people from throwing parties at houses they rent for the Memorial Day and July 4 holidays. Airbnb said Wednesday it will impose special restrictions over those holidays, bringing back measures that the company claims worked last summer. Many customers will be barred from making
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The clock strikes 12 a.m. on a Friday, and the only light you can see comes from scattered street lamps and the 24-hour gas station down the block.
Continue Reading By TOM MURPHY AP Health Writer COVID-19 vaccine sales helped Moderna triple its net income in a better-than-expected first quarter. The vaccine maker said Wednesday that revenue from its coronavirus preventive shots jumped to $5.92 billion from $1.73 billion in last year’s quarter, when the vaccines were debuting in most markets. More than 217 million
Continue Reading By Harmeet Kaur, CNN Asian American is a term that is both ambitious and contentious, depending on who you ask. The label today encompasses more than 22 million people with roots in more than 20 countries, each with distinct cultures, histories, languages and ethnic groups. Those under the Asian American umbrella include people who have
Continue Reading By Harmeet Kaur, CNN Asian American is a term that is both ambitious and contentious, depending on who you ask. The label today encompasses more than 22 million people with roots in more than 20 countries, each with distinct cultures, histories, languages and ethnic groups. Those under the Asian American umbrella include people who have
Continue Reading By Megan Marples, CNN Women of all ages and younger men with certain mood disorders are more likely to develop certain chronic illnesses, according to new research. Researchers of a retrospective study published in the journal JAMA Network Open analyzed health data of 40,360 adults from Olmsted County in Minnesota, from the Rochester Epidemiology Project
Continue Reading By Chandelis Duster, CNN The parents of a sailor who died by suicide while on board the USS George Washington — one of the seven crew members who have died in the past year, including four by suicide — on Wednesday blasted the Navy’s response to the crisis as “ridiculous.” John Sandor and Mary Graft,
Continue Reading By Rhythm Sachdeva Click here for updates on this story TORONTO (CTV Network) — Millions of Afghans are now experiencing intense food shortages following the Taliban’s takeover in August. As Muslims around the world celebrated Eid, experts say that for most Afghans, it was simply another day of struggle to put food on the table.
Continue Reading By Tom Yun Click here for updates on this story TORONTO (CTV Network) — A high-profile U.S. women’s rights lawyer worries that if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the case that legalized abortion in the U.S., it would be the first step in eroding other hard-won rights, such as same-sex or interracial marriage. “It’s doing
Continue Reading Opinion by Paul Hockenos for CNN Business Perspectives Russia’s announcement last week that it was halting all gas deliveries to Poland and Bulgaria may have sounded like a bombshell, perhaps even presaging a complete suspension of gas flows to all of Europe. This certainly was Russian president Vladimir Putin’s intent: to strike fear into the
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Morning pockets of dense fog giving way to sunshine later. We begin in the 30’s with light breezes and a slight wind chill. You’ll need your sunglasses and dress in layers as highs head into the upper 60’s for Salmon, low-to-mid 60’s in the valley, 50’s in mountains. Fog will burn through by mid morning
Continue Reading Melissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN Español) — Empezó la cuenta regresiva para la segunda vuelta de las elecciones presidenciales de Colombia 2022, donde se decidirá si el próximo presidente será Gustavo Petro o Rodolfo Hernández. Como en todas las jornadas electorales, los jurados de votación tienen un papel esencial. Última hora de las elecciones en Colombia
Continue Reading By Gregory Krieg, Dan Merica and Eric Bradner, CNN The throngs of demonstrators amassed outside the US Supreme Court, enraged over a report that a draft majority opinion would strike down abortion rights protected by Roe v. Wade, chanted a crisp, clipped demand to Democratic officials: “Do something!” The cry echoed across social media and
Continue Reading CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and high-ranking officials from the South American nation have met with the oil minister of Iran to discuss cooperation in energy matters and efforts to defeat economic sanctions imposed by the U.S. and its allies. Officials from both oil-producing nations ratified agreements in the meetings this week
Continue Reading Juan Pablo Elverdin (CNN) — La sorpresa de octubre puede haber llegado a principios de mayo. La sísmica revelación de que la mayoría conservadora de la Corte Suprema parece dispuesta a anular el derecho constitucional al aborto, que lleva casi medio siglo, provocó una conmoción en la campaña electoral de mitad de mandato, aún por
Continue Reading By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Intuit, the owner of tax filing software TurboTax, has agreed to pay $141 million in a settlement with all 50 states for allegedly steering millions of low-income Americans away from free tax-filing services. The settlement, announced Wednesday by New York Attorney General Letitia James, said about 4.4 million customers were
Continue Reading urielblanco (CNN Español) — Luego de que el Liverpool consiguiera este martes su pase a la final de la Champions League tras ganarle al Villarreal, ahora es el turno del Real Madrid y del Manchester City, quienes definirán al segundo finalista del torneo de fútbol más importante a nivel de clubes. El partido de vuelta
Continue Reading NEW YORK (AP) — The company behind the TurboTax tax-filing program will pay $141 million to customers across the United States who were deceived by misleading promises of free tax-filing services, New York’s attorney general announced Wednesday. Under the terms of a settlement signed by the attorneys general of all 50 states, Mountain View, California-based
Continue Reading By Scottie Andrew, CNN “Obi-Wan Kenobi” is back — but, based on the new trailer for the Disney+ series, the droll Jedi master no longer has the high ground. Released on — when else? — May the Fourth, the trailer teases appearances from a young Luke Skywalker, lightsaber-wielding villains and, of course, a certain Sith
Continue Reading By Scottie Andrew, CNN “Obi-Wan Kenobi” is back — but, based on the new trailer for the Disney+ series, the droll Jedi master no longer has the high ground. Released on — when else? — May the Fourth, the trailer teases appearances from a young Luke Skywalker, lightsaber-wielding villains and, of course, a certain Sith
Continue Reading By Alyana Gomez and Bob Brooks Click here for updates on this story UPPER MAKEFIELD TWP., Pennsylvania (WPVI) — A Bucks County, Pennsylvania community is rallying behind the family of two boys who were allegedly shot by their mother on Monday. Trinh Nguyen, 38, sits behind bars on attempted murder charges while her two young
Continue Reading By WBZ Staff Click here for updates on this story BOSTON (WBZ) — A sparkly ring on the ground in Cleveland Circle, catching the eye of Danny Becker. “I got my coffee, was heading back, and then right in about this area, the ring really stood out and sparkled for me,” said Becker, adding, “I
Continue Reading By WPVI, Annie McCormick and Katie Katro Click here for updates on this story CLIFTON HEIGHTS, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — Firefighters finally captured the black bear that was wandering through the Pennsylvania suburbs on Tuesday. Video from the Clifton Heights Fire Company in Delaware County shows crews removing the tranquilized animal from a tree at a
Continue Reading By KDKA Staff Click here for updates on this story WILMERDING, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Lightning caused a house fire In Wilmerding Thursday evening. No one was home at the time, but people nearby certainly noticed the lightning hit. Claudia Homitz was across the street at Angie’s Restaurant. “It shook he inside of this building, said
Continue Reading By Karen Jordan Click here for updates on this story RICHTON PARK, Illinois (WLS) — The entire graduating class at Southland College Prep Charter High School is headed to college. After years of hard work, the seniors at Southland College Prep got a chance to see how it has paid off as each student revealed
Continue Reading COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — The world’s biggest shipping company, Denmark’s A.P. Moeller-Maersk, says it’s delivered its “best earnings quarter ever,” driven by higher freight rates and more contracts being signed. The Copenhagen, Denmark-based company said Wednesday that its revenue for the first three months of the year came in at $19.3 billion, up from $12.4
Continue Reading By Hadas Gold, CNN In the months since Russia invaded Ukraine, Israel has tried to maintain a delicate diplomatic balancing act. While Israel has officially condemned the invasion, accused Russia of war crimes and sent planeloads of humanitarian aid to Ukraine, it has refrained thus far from fully joining Western sanctions against Russia, mainly because
Continue Reading By Jessica Moore Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) — With a surge in violent crime, many people are concerned about their safety, and for some, having a personal protection device is offering peace of mind. “I actually got followed by someone for three to five blocks,” 29-year-old Cathryn Mulvey said.
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey Looks like things are taking off with Kaley Cuoco and “Ozark” actor Tom Pelphrey. “The Flight Attendant” star took to Instagram with Polaroid pictures of the two snuggling together during a scenic mountain vacation. “Life lately. the sun breaks through the clouds, rays of gold slipping into my eyes and heart, rays
Continue Reading By CBS Staff, Meg Baker Click here for updates on this story RIDGEWOOD, New Jersey (WCBS) — A Bergen County man who has battled a rare disease all of his life is inspiring others with his perspective on life. CBS2’s Meg Baker has more on a new documentary about him. Christophe Lafontant rolled into the
Continue Reading By CNN Sports staff Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi has failed to make the shortlist for the Ligue 1 player of the year after a disappointing first season in France. The omission comes as little surprise with Messi scoring four goals in 23 league games following his move from Barcelona last year. Nominated for the
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By Judson Jones, CNN Meteorologist Powerful tornadoes and very large hail could threaten Oklahoma and Texas on Wednesday — and it all hinges on how hot it gets early in the day. “If you are in the risk area, sunshine is not your friend today,” CNN meteorologist Chad Myers said. “The more sun … the
Continue Reading By Judson Jones, CNN Meteorologist Powerful tornadoes and very large hail could threaten Oklahoma and Texas on Wednesday — and it all hinges on how hot it gets early in the day. “If you are in the risk area, sunshine is not your friend today,” CNN meteorologist Chad Myers said. “The more sun … the
Continue Reading By THALIA BEATY Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The literary writer’s organization PEN America has hired a human rights advocate, Liesl Gerntholtz, to expand its support of writers around the world who face imprisonment for their work. Gerntholtz formerly led the women’s rights division at Human Rights Watch among other roles. She will direct
Continue Reading By Daniel Dale, CNN At a Monday debate between the Republican candidates for Georgia secretary of state, incumbent Brad Raffensperger said his leading opponent, US Rep. Jody Hice, “has just not been honest for the last 18 months, and he has been spreading misinformation, disinformation.” Fact check: true. Hice, who has been endorsed by former
Continue Reading PARIS (AP) — Total French Open prize money will be about 7% higher this year than it was for the last pre-pandemic edition in 2019. That includes an increase of 35% for players who lose in the first round of singles. But the women’s and men’s singles champions will each receive slightly less than they
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By WILSON RING Associated Press SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — The first overseas deployment of the Vermont Air National Guard’s F-35 fighter jets will have the pilots and their aircraft patrolling the skies of Europe during one of the most tense periods in recent history. More than 200 Vermont air guard personnel, their equipment and
Continue Reading By WILSON RING Associated Press SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — The first overseas deployment of the Vermont Air National Guard’s F-35 fighter jets will have the pilots and their aircraft patrolling the skies of Europe during one of the most tense periods in recent history. More than 200 Vermont air guard personnel, their equipment and
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN Well, hello Dolly. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2022 inductees were announced Wednesday, and despite initially opting to “respectfully bow out” of the nomination process, Dolly Parton is part of this year’s diverse class. Some of the other inductees include Pat Benatar, Lionel Richie, Eminem, Carly Simon, Harry
Continue Reading LONDON (AP) — The first regular-season NFL game in Germany will be between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Seattle Seahawks at the home of soccer club Bayern Munich. The NFL says the game will take place at the Allianz Arena on Nov. 13. Frankfurt will also be staging a regular-season game in Germany during
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