Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Hollywood star Florence Pugh has spoken out once again on the criticism she received last year for wearing a sheer dress which left her nipples visible, saying “it’s the freedom that people are scared of.” The “Oppenheimer” star used an interview with Elle magazine, published Wednesday, to revisit the body-shaming
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CNN By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Oliver Anthony is continuing to make his voice heard after becoming an overnight sensation thanks to his viral working-class anthem, “Rich Men North of Richmond.” In a YouTube video shared on Friday, the singer addressed his song having been played at this week’s 2024 Republican presidential primary debate,
Continue ReadingHELSINKI (AP) — Prosecutors in Finland have filed charges against four Finnish men, who are part of a radicalized domestic group, for plotting attacks against migrants, critical infrastructure and their perceived political opponents, authorities said. Police said Thursday the men are also suspected of manufacturing weapons by 3D printing in preparation for a racially-motivated armed
Continue ReadingBy QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA Associated Press BAGHDAD (AP) — An Iraqi criminal court has convicted five men and sentenced them to life in prison in the killing of a U.S. citizen in Baghdad last year. Stephen Edward Troell, a native of Tennessee, was fatally shot in his car in November by a group of assailants as
Continue ReadingKYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country has developed a weapon that hit a target 700 kilometers (400 miles) away. His comment Thursday appeared to be a reference to the previous day’s strike on an airport in western Russia. Zelenskyy said on his Telegram channel the weapon was produced by Ukraine’s
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By Cynthia Yip Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that swept through Maui, a burn victim is sharing her experience and insights into the recovery process. Judy McCorkle also has warnings for others who are in fire zones. After being in the burn
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By Mostafa Salem, CNN Abu Dhabi (CNN) — An Iranian professional weightlifter received a lifetime ban from competing after shaking the hand of an Israeli athlete during an international competition, according to an Iranian state news agency. Weightlifting champion Mostafa Rajaee, 36, was filmed shaking hands and posing for a picture with Israel’s Maksim Svirsky
Continue ReadingMelissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN) — Este miércoles por la noche, los observadores de estrellas de todo el mundo pudieron disfrutar de la rara imagen de una “superluna azul”, una luna llena que se acercó inusualmente a la Tierra, haciéndola parecer más grande y brillante en el cielo nocturno. Superluna azul deslumbra al mundo, no será
Continue ReadingBy MATT OTT AP Business Writer U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week as businesses continue to retain employees in an economy that has largely withstood rapidly rising interest rates for more than a year. The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits last fell week by 4,000, to 228,000 the week ending
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By JADE BULECZA Click here for updates on this story SHREVEPORT, Louisiana (KTBS) — The overcrowding at Caddo Correctional Center has gotten worse and has led to fights, according to Sheriff Steve Prator. Prisoners are staying longer at the Caddo Correctional Center. The jail was built for 1,070 inmates but at last check there were
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By Katie Lobosco, CNN Washington (CNN) — Even though the Supreme Court struck down President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program, more debt will be canceled during his time in office than under any other president. The Biden administration has already canceled a record $116 billion in student loan debt for more than 3.4 million
Continue ReadingOpinion by Nicole Hemmer (CNN) — For a few weeks in the fall of 2008, Samuel Wurzelbacher, who died earlier this week, played a central role in the presidential campaign between Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain. The headlines marking his passing — an untimely and unfortunate death from cancer at 49 — are also
Continue ReadingBy JAMEY KEATEN Associated Press GENEVA (AP) — A U.N.-backed team of human rights experts focusing on racial discrimination has urged Italy to do more to fight acts of violence, hate speech, stigmatization and harassment against Africans and people of African descent. It expressed concern that no legal cases have been brought to punish fans
Continue ReadingBy CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation gauge closely tracked by the Federal Reserve remained low last month, adding to signs of cooling price increases and raising the likelihood that the Fed will leave interest rates unchanged when it next meets in late September. Thursday’s report from the Commerce Department showed
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By Parija Kavilanz, CNN New York (CNN) — Dollar General slashed its sales and profit outlook for the year on Thursday, blaming headwinds including weaker consumer spending on non-essential purchases and increasing theft. Dollar General shares tumbled about 14%, to about $135 a share, in midday trading Thursday. The discount store’s challenges are yet another
Continue Reading By Alicia Wallace, CNN Minneapolis (CNN) — US inflation may have remained elevated in July, but consumers just wanted to have some fun. New Commerce Department data released Thursday showed that consumer spending jumped 0.8% last month as shoppers shelled out for restaurants, live shows, toys, games and recreational equipment. It’s the strongest monthly spending
Continue Reading By Laura He, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — Just a few months ago, Country Garden was the biggest property developer in China, with more than 3,000 developments spanning the country. Now, the company is struggling to survive in a crisis-hit industry, where many others are in the same boat. On Wednesday, Country Garden reported a
Continue ReadingBy Karen Wynne Click here for updates on this story RUTHERFORD COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — The family of a juvenile boy says he’s recovering in the hospital after he was attacked by a pack of dogs while riding his bike to a friend’s house near the Rutherford County line. Twelve-year-old Hunter Bishop, a seventh
Continue ReadingBy SAM MEDNICK Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — A statement from Niger’s military regime says the junta has revoked the diplomatic immunity of France’s ambassador and ordered police to expel him from the African country. A communique from Niger’s foreign ministry says the ambassador “no longer enjoys the privileges and immunities attached to his
Continue Reading By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business New York (CNN) — Trader Joe’s has issued another food recall — its sixth since July. Last week, the chain announced that it’s recalling its Texas Tamale Company Gourmet Black Bean Tamales because they might contain milk allergens. However, no illnesses have been reported, and the company said that “all
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