Judge denies second attempt to dismiss case against suspect in Idaho student killings
By Brammhi Balarajan and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — A judge denied a second motion to dismiss the case against Bryan Kohberger – the man…
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Actor Jonathan Majors found guilty of assaulting his former girlfriend in car in New York
By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Jonathan Majors has been convicted of assaulting his former girlfriend during a…
Continue Reading Trump’s lawyers ask full appeals court to review gag order restricting his speech in election case
By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawyers for Donald Trump have asked the full federal appeals court in Washington to review a gag…
Continue Reading Florida deputy’s legal team says he didn’t have an obligation to stop Parkland school shooter
By TERRY SPENCER Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The attorney for a former Florida sheriff’s deputy is arguing that his client had…
Continue Reading Apes recognize friends they haven’t seen for decades, new research finds
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Continue Reading After years of decline, the Biden administration says environmental enforcement is on the upswing
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Continue Reading NCAA athletes who’ve transferred multiple times can play through the spring semester, judge rules
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Shroud of Turin replica, lecture in Rexburg Monday
The Shroud of Turin is not put on display very often; however, east Idahoans will have an opportunity to see the next best…
Continue Reading 4 years in prison for Nikola Corp founder for defrauding investors on claims of zero-emission trucks
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Continue Reading 1 dead, 3 injured after boarding school partially collapses in central Romania
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Continue Reading 13-year-old accused of planning a shooting at a synagogue reaches plea deal requiring him to write book report on WWII hero
By Brynn Gingras, CNN (CNN) — A 13-year-old Ohio boy who allegedly crafted “a detailed plan” to carry out a shooting at a synagogue in…
Continue Reading Here’s what you need to know about the deadly salmonella outbreak tied to cantaloupes
By JONEL ALECCIA AP Health Writer A deadly outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated whole and pre-cut cantaloupe continues to grow.…
Continue Reading France urges Lebanese leaders to work on bringing calm along the border with Israel
By BASSEM MROUE Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — France’s foreign minister is urging Lebanese leaders to work on reducing tensions along the border…
Continue Reading Furman University students bring Mexican culture to campus with new mariachi group
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Continue Reading Long-delayed Minnesota copper-nickel mining project wins a round in court after several setbacks
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Continue Reading Southwest hit by record $140 million fine for holiday service meltdown in 2022
CNN By Pete Muntean and Chris Isidore, CNN Washington (CNN) — The federal government is fining Southwest Airlines $140 million for last…
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Executives charged with bid rigging, territorial allocation and defrauding US Forest Service after a wiretap investigation
Following a court-authorized wiretap investigation, a federal grand jury in Boise returned an indictment last week charging two executives of…
Continue Reading Justice Department creates database to track records of misconduct by federal law enforcement
By CLAUDIA LAUER and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER Associated Press The U.S. Justice Department has created a database to track records of misconduct by…
Continue Reading More than 400 Jewish facilities received false bomb threats this weekend, non-profit says
By Holmes Lybrand, Josh Campbell, John Miller and Sabrina Shulman, CNN (CNN) — More than 400 Jewish facilities across the US have received…
Continue Reading Death of 5-year-old boy prompts criticism of Chicago shelters for migrants
By CLAIRE SAVAGE Associated Press/Report for America A 5-year-old boy who had been living at a temporary shelter for migrants in Chicago has died.…
Continue Reading Trial set for North Dakota’s pursuit of costs for policing Dakota Access pipeline protests
By JACK DURA Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A federal judge has scheduled a trial in North Dakota’s lawsuit for the federal…
Continue Reading As mortgage rates fall, homebuilders are feeling good about the housing market again
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Continue Reading Goldman Sachs lowers its 2024 oil price forecast by 12% due to bumper US output
Goldman Sachs has cut its forecast for the average oil price next year by 12%, citing abundant production in the United…
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Continue Reading African scientist could wipe out malaria by editing mosquito DNA
Abdoulaye Diabate faced a life-threatening bout of malaria when he was just five years old. Diabate narrowly survived the mosquito-borne disease, but…
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New tunnel proposed for American Falls
The City of American Falls is proposing the construction of a tunnel under Highway 39 for bicycle and pedestrian traffic.…
Continue Reading These hot rocks can glow brighter than the sun. They could also help spell the end of fossil fuels
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Continue Reading Rare rock structures could provide a glimpse into possible life on ancient Mars
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Continue Reading US homelessness hits highest level as rents have soared
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Continue Reading Judge issues order keeping Confederate memorial at Arlington Cemetery for now
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Continue Reading Step by step, Francis has made the Catholic church a more welcoming place for LGBTQ people
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BLM acquires 2 east Idaho properties important to wildlife
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Continue Reading UN Security Council to vote on resolution urging cessation of hostilities in Gaza to deliver aid
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Continue Reading Effortlessly gorgeous and easy to ship, drop cookies are what to bake for Christmas
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Continue Reading UW-Madison launches program to cover Indigenous students’ full costs, including tuition and housing
By TODD RICHMOND Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The University of Wisconsin-Madison is launching a new program to cover Indigenous…
Continue Reading Russell Brand questioned by London police over 6 more sexual offense claims, UK media say
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Continue Reading Mexico’s president calls for state prosecutor’s ouster after 12 were killed leaving holiday party
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Continue Reading G League player and girlfriend are arrested in killing of woman found dead near Las Vegas
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Idaho Falls man arrested for possession of child pornography
A 50-year-old Idaho Falls man has been arrested for the possession of child…
Continue Reading Parenting advice YouTuber Ruby Franke of Utah set to take plea agreement in child abuse case
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Continue Reading EXPLAINER: How can Catholic priests bless same-sex unions?
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Walla Walla District removes 2,500 tons of concrete rubble from Evans Levee
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District has finished rehabilitation work on Evans Levee in Jackson, near the entrance to the Snake…
Continue Reading From emotional support to business advice, winners of I Love My Librarian awards serve in many ways
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s winners of the I Love My Librarian Award took on a lot more than selecting books…
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Free online learning for older adults promotes overall wellness
More than 5,000 Wyoming residents have participated in the classes since WDH began its partnership with GetSetUp roughly two years ago.…
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How to reduce your risk of identity theft
As the holiday season is in full swing, it is important to stay vigilant when it comes to protecting your identity, especially in the digital…
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Now accepting applications for Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program
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Idaho Lottery Powerball winner headed to New York for New Year’s Eve and chance to win $1,000,000
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Continue Reading Pakistan is stunned as party of imprisoned ex-PM Khan uses AI to replicate his voice for a speech
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Continue Reading Maryland Stadium Authority approves a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards
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Continue Reading Attorneys for Kentucky woman seeking abortion withdraw lawsuit
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Continue Reading EU hits Russia’s diamond industry with new round of sanctions over Ukraine war
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union is imposing sanctions on Russia over its war against of Ukraine, targeting the lucrative diamonds industry as…
Continue Reading Behind the ‘Maestro’ biopic are a raft of theater stars supporting the story of Leonard Bernstein
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Leonard Bernstein was a towering figure on Broadway. So it seems only fitting that the new…
Continue Reading Serbia’s populist leader relies on his tested playbook to mastermind another election victory
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Continue Reading Your autograph, Mr. Caro? Ahead of 50th anniversary, ‘Power Broker’ author feels like a movie star
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Caro is still busy working on the presumed last volume of his series on Lyndon Johnson.…
Continue Reading Klarna CEO Siemiatkowski says buy now, pay later is used by shoppers who otherwise avoid credit
By KEN SWEET AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Sebastian Siemiatkowski is a co-founder and CEO of Klarna, the Sweden-based company that’s one of…
Continue Reading Russia adds popular author Akunin to register of ‘extremists and terrorists,’ opens criminal case
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian authorities added popular detective novelist and dissident Grigory Chkhartishvili, known under the pen name Boris Akunin, to…
Continue Reading Concerns about Navalny grow after he fails to appear at latest court hearings
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Continue Reading Amid accusations, French actor Gerard Depardieu’s figure is removed from a Paris wax museum
PARIS (AP) — The wax figure of actor Gerard Depardieu has been removed from Paris’ most famous wax museum, following negative reactions from…
Continue Reading Pope Francis authorizes blessings for same-sex couples
By Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — Pope Francis formally permitted Roman Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples on Monday, in a significant…
Continue Reading How to manage holiday spending when you’re dealing with student loan debt
By ADRIANA MORGA Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The holidays can be a challenging time if you’re on a budget. This year, millions of people…
Continue Reading Larry Kramer, outgoing CEO of mega climate funder the Hewlett Foundation, looks back on his tenure
By THALIA BEATY Associated Press The longtime president of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Larry Kramer, will step down from his role at…
Continue Reading AP Sports Story of the Year: Realignment, stunning demise of Pac-12 usher in super conference era
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer The commissioners from three of the remaining power conferences in college sports appeared together in a…
Continue Reading Pope says priests can bless same-sex unions, requests should not be subject to moral analysis
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples. The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical…
Continue Reading One year after the October 7th attack, violence rages on. Here’s how to help civilians caught in the conflict
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Continue Reading El-Sissi wins Egypt’s presidential election with 89.6% of the vote and secures third term in office
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Continue Reading Bangladesh court denies opposition leader’s bail request ahead of a national election
DHAKA,Bangladesh (AP) — A court in Bangladesh’s capital has denied a bail request from a top opposition leader who was jailed after an October…
Continue Reading US Indo-Pacific commander is ‘very concerned’ about escalation of China-Russia military ties
By MARI YAMAGUCHI Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — The head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said Monday he is “very concerned” about increased…
Continue Reading BP is the latest company to pause Red Sea shipments over fears of Houthi attacks
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Continue Reading Flood and wind warnings issued, airlines and schools affected as strong storm hits the Northeast
NEW YORK (AP) — Heavy rain and high winds swept through the Northeast on Monday for the second time in a week, spurring flood warnings, electricity…
Continue Reading Hundreds of residents on Indonesian island protest the growing arrival of Rohingya refugees by sea
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Continue Reading Germany’s economy seen shrinking again in the current quarter as business confidence declines
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Continue Reading Ukraine’s military chief says one of his offices was bugged and other devices were detected
By ILLIA NOVIKOV Associated Press KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s military chief says a covert listening device was found in one of the offices…
Continue Reading European Union investigating Musk’s X over possible breaches of social media law
LONDON (AP) — European Union authorities are looking into whether Elon Musk’s online platform X breached tough new social media regulations, in…
Continue Reading Myanmar Supreme Court rejects ousted leader Suu Ky’s special appeal in bribery conviction
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Continue Reading Storied US Steel to be acquired for more than $14 billion by Nippon Steel
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Continue Reading Kimberly Palmer: More retailers are charging return fees. Here’s how to pay less
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Continue Reading Albanian lawmakers discuss lifting former prime minister’s immunity as his supporters protest
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Continue Reading UK plans to implement carbon tax on imported goods like steel from 2027, a year after EU’s proposals
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Continue Reading A boycott call and security concerns mar Iraq’s first provincial elections in a decade
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Continue Reading 5 things to know for Dec. 18: Israel, Storms, Immigration, North Korea, Quaker Oats recall
By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden is safe after a car unintentionally crashed into his motorcade Sunday night as he was…
Continue Reading Russian opposition leader Navalny fails to appear in court as allies search for him in prison system
By EMMA BURROWS Associated Press Allies of the imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny say they are searching for him for a 13th day…
Continue Reading Blue Origin’s anticipated return to flight scrubbed before launch
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Continue Reading German Chancellor Scholz tests positive for COVID, visit by new Slovak leader canceled
BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says he has tested positive for COVID-19. The government says a visit by Slovakia’s prime…
Continue Reading A road to paradise paved in misery: 4 Pepperdine students are just the latest to die on Malibu’s broken highway
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Continue Reading Several feared dead or injured as a massive fuel depot explosion rocks Guinea’s capital
By BOUBACAR DIALLO Associated Press CONAKRY, Guinea (AP) — An explosion and inferno at Guinea’s main fuel depot in the capital of Conakry has…
Continue Reading Activists link US nonprofit to anti-LGBTQ laws in Africa. The group says it’s only promoting ‘family values’
By David McKenzie and Sarah Dean, CNN Nairobi, Kenya (CNN) — On a dark night six months ago, Adrian mustered the courage to flee. Already on…
Continue Reading Activists link US nonprofit to anti-LGBTQ laws in Africa. The group says it’s only promoting ‘family values’
CNN By David McKenzie and Sarah Dean, CNN Nairobi, Kenya (CNN) — On a dark night six months ago, Adrian mustered the courage to flee. Already…
Continue Reading Near-final results confirm populist victory in Serbia while the opposition claims fraud
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By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — The Baltimore Ravens recorded a fourth straight win thanks to a Lemar Jackson-inspired 23-7 victory over the…
Continue Reading Southwest Airlines reaches $140 million settlement for December 2022 flight-canceling meltdown
By DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer DALLAS (AP) — Southwest Airlines is paying a $35 million fine as part of a $140 million settlement with the…
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Continue Reading Former NBA G League player and his girlfriend arrested in killing and kidnapping of missing woman in Las Vegas, police say
By Melissa Alonso and Jessica Flynn, CNN (CNN) — Chance Comanche, a former player with the NBA G League’s Stockton Kings, and his girlfriend…
Continue Reading Berlin Zoo sends the first giant pandas born in Germany to China
BERLIN (AP) — The Berlin Zoo has sent the first giant pandas born in Germany to China, dispatching the four-year-olds on a journey that was delayed…
Continue Reading 36 jours en mer : récit des naufragés qui ont survécu aux hallucinations, à la soif et au désespoir
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Continue Reading Hallucinations, thirst and desperation: How migrants endured 36 days at sea
By RENATA BRITO and FELIPE DANA Associated Press FASS BOYE, Senegal (AP) — The voyage from the struggling Senegalese fishing town of Fass Boye to…
Continue Reading IDF claims it has discovered ‘biggest Hamas tunnel’ in Gaza
CNN By Benjamin Brown, CNN (CNN) — The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday said it has uncovered “the biggest Hamas tunnel” in Gaza,…
Continue Reading 36 days at sea: How these castaways survived hallucinations, thirst and desperation
By RENATA BRITO and FELIPE DANA Associated Press FASS BOYE, Senegal (AP) — A month had passed when the first four men decided to jump. Countless…
Continue Reading A suspected cyberattack paralyzes the majority of gas stations across Iran
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s state TV says nearly 70% of the nation’s gas pumps are out of service after possible sabotage — a reference to…
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