April 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appears on a screen as he addresses the United Nations Security Council via video link during a meeting

Ukraine’s Zelensky questions UN Security Council’s mandate in speech on alleged Russian atrocities

April 5, 2022 11:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Jennifer Deaton and Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russian troops of indiscriminately killing civilians “just for their pleasure” in an emotionally-charged address to the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday, before questioning the very mandate of the Security Council itself. Zelensky’s speech came a day after he visited the Kyiv suburb

‘Like the good old days’: Obama returns to the White House for the first time as Democrats look ahead to midterm elections

April 5, 2022 11:25 AM CNN

By Kevin Liptak and Jeff Zeleny, CNN When former President Barack Obama walked into the White House on Tuesday, it was his first time in the building since he welcomed then-President-elect Donald Trump for coffee on the morning of Trump’s inauguration. That friendly greeting at the North Portico — including the awkward handoff of a

El hermano de Chris Rock, Kenny, dice que la bofetada de Will Smith lo “carcome”

April 5, 2022 11:20 AM CNN Newsource

macamilarincon (CNN) — Al hermano de Chris Rock le gustaría ver que a Will Smith le quitaran su premio Oscar al mejor actor. En una entrevista con el diario Los Angeles Times, Kenny Rock habló de lo que siente sobre la bofetada que Will Smith le propinó a su hermano en los Premios de la

Car crashes into beauty salon, police investigating

April 5, 2022 11:17 AM CNN Newsource

By KABC Staff Click here for updates on this story BURBANK, California (KABC) — Police are investigating after a vehicle crashed into a beauty salon in Burbank Sunday night. The crash happened shortly after 8 p.m. at MK Beauty Salon on Glenoaks Boulevard between Verdugo Avenue and Olive Avenue. There were no injuries reported. It’s

Hot air balloon ride turns into nightmare for passengers

April 5, 2022 11:14 AM CNN Newsource

By KABC Staff Click here for updates on this story PERRIS, California (KABC) — A dramatic video shows a group’s hot air balloon adventure in Perris as it turns into a nightmare. The trip went south when the winds kicked up. One of the passengers begins recording video of the incident as the winds send

Russian appeals against sports bans to be heard by CAS

April 5, 2022 11:12 AM Associated Press

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Russian federations and athletes have filed multiple legal challenges to fight their isolation from world sports because of their country waging war on Ukraine. The Court of Arbitration for Sport says Russian officials have filed appeals against governing bodies in soccer, figure skating and speed skating, gymnastics, rowing, rugby and biathlon.

Ryan Getzlaf to retire after 17 seasons with Anaheim Ducks

April 5, 2022 11:10 AM Associated Press

By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anaheim Ducks captain Ryan Getzlaf says he will retire at the conclusion of the regular season. The 36-year-old playmaking center is choosing to end a 17-year NHL career spent entirely with one club. Getzlaf has scored 1,013 points in 1,150 games since his NHL debut

40-year-old murder remains Perry County’s only cold case

April 5, 2022 11:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Marissa Sulek Click here for updates on this story LINDEN, Tennessee (WSMV) — Almost 40 years ago, a teacher, Charles Lawrence, ran for superintendent. Days before the election, authorities found him shot dead in his home. To this day, investigators still don’t know who murdered Lawrence. In the small town of Linden, friends are

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich flips endorsement in House race — and then flips it back

April 5, 2022 11:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Alex Rogers, CNN Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich says he is backing trucking company owner Mike Collins for a US House seat in Georgia, hours after a video had been released where Gingrich endorsed another candidate in the race. Gingrich announced his support for Republican candidate Vernon Jones in a video released earlier Tuesday

The Pennsylvania State Capitol is pictured.

Why these Democrats think 25 state legislative races are the key to securing the 2024 presidential election

April 5, 2022 11:08 AM CNN Newsource

By Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Sitting at the Gee Whiz Diner in Brooklyn last summer, Daniel Squadron and Vicky Hausman cooked up a simple plan they believed could save American democracy. On Tuesday, they’re putting it into action, announcing a $20 million investment in state legislative races in what they think are three key states. Squadron,

‘Like an angel with me’: Couple escapes serious injury after car crashes into restaurant

April 5, 2022 11:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Ken MacLeod Click here for updates on this story LAWRENCE, Massachusetts (WBZ) — A Lynn man will be summonsed to court for negligent operation of a motor vehicle after crashing into a crowded restaurant in Lawrence early Monday morning. Surveillance video showed the car spin out and crash into the front of the Terra

This election expert is very worried about the 2024 election

April 5, 2022 11:06 AM CNN Newsource

By Fredreka Schouten and Kelly Mena, CNN A version of this story appeared in the CITIZEN BY CNN newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. Richard Hasen, a professor of law and political science at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, is one of the country’s leading experts

Religious prayer items stolen from Atlanta rabbi’s son

April 5, 2022 11:03 AM CNN Newsource

By Crystal Bui Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA, Georgia (WGCL) — A sacred prayer item was stolen from an Atlanta rabbi’s son over the weekend in their midtown neighborhood. Surveillance video shows a person breaking into a car stealing something incredibly sacred in the Jewish faith. “Whoever took it thought that they

El duro discurso de Zelensky ante la ONU: Los rusos mataron civiles “solo por placer”

April 5, 2022 11:03 AM CNN Newsource

macamilarincon (CNN) ––En medio de la conmoción mundial por las escenas devastadoras de cadáveres y fosas comunes que se conocieron de Bucha, Ucrania, el presidente Volodymyr Zelensky acusó a las tropas rusas de matar indiscriminadamente a civiles “solo por su placer”, durante un discurso ante el Consejo de Seguridad de las Naciones Unidas este martes.

An Instacart employee uses her cellphone to scan barcodes showing proof of purchase for the customer while picking up groceries from a supermarket for delivery on March 19

Instacart adjusts its tipping policy again to address tip baiting

April 5, 2022 11:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Sara Ashley O’Brien, CNN Business Instacart is once again tweaking its tipping policy in a bid to address the effects on its workers of a practice known as “tip baiting,” where customers zero out a tip after an order is delivered. The company said Tuesday that it will cover the cost of a shopper’s

Brewers’ Severino suspended 80 games for fertility drug

April 5, 2022 11:01 AM Associated Press

By RONALD BLUM AP Baseball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers catcher Pedro Severino has been suspended for 80 games following a positive drug test. He was expected to serve as the main backup to 2021 All-Star Omar Narváez. The commissioner’s office says Severino tested positive for the performance-enhancing substance Clomiphene. The women’s fertility

WarnerMedia chief executive Jason Kilar announced Tuesday that he will depart the company given that Discovery's acquisition of the media conglomerate is almost complete.

WarnerMedia chief Jason Kilar formally announces his exit as Discovery merger nears completion

April 5, 2022 11:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Oliver Darcy and Brian Stelter, CNN Business WarnerMedia chief executive Jason Kilar announced Tuesday that he will depart the company given that Discovery’s acquisition of the media conglomerate is almost complete. “With the pending transaction with Discovery nearing close, now is the right time to share with each of you that I will be

Counter-protest planned after Confederate event approved at Stone Mountain Park

April 5, 2022 11:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Ciara Cummings Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA, Georgia (WGCL) — After its permit was denied last year with officials citing a “clear and present danger” as cause for concern, the Sons of Confederate Veterans will host its Confederate Memorial Day event at Stone Mountain Park this month. But, activists plan to

EPA rule would finally ban asbestos, carcinogen still in use

April 5, 2022 11:00 AM Associated Press

By MATTHEW DALY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a rule to finally ban asbestos, a carcinogen still used in some chlorine bleach, brake pads and other products that kills thousands of Americans every year. The proposal marks a major expansion of EPA regulation under a landmark 2016 law that

As Ukraine war squeezes energy, UK looks again at fracking

April 5, 2022 10:56 AM Associated Press

By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The British government has ordered scientists to take a new look at the risks of fracking. It comes as soaring fuel prices and squeezed supplies prompt a rethink about the country’s energy supply. Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng asked the British Geological Survey to review the evidence and

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