By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — If the economy were to undergo an annual physical, Richmond Federal Reserve President Tom Barkin would rate it “reasonably healthy.” That’s because, undeterred by the highest interest rates in 23 years, consumers are still spending and jobs are plentiful, though the pace of both hiring and spending
Continue ReadingBy DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer Three of the NFL’s heavyweights have made it to the sport’s championship weekend. Then there are the Detroit Lions — who are one win away from their first Super Bowl appearance. The Lions continued their feel-good run with Sunday’s hard-fought win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, advancing to the
Continue ReadingBy Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A man who admits stealing ruby slippers used in “The Wizard of Oz” did it for “one last score,” according to a document filed Friday in federal court. Terry Martin, 76, pleaded guilty to theft in October. He stole the shoes from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids,
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Apple, Inc, creator of the Mac computer and the iPhone. Facts The corporate headquarters are in Cupertino, California. As of September 2023, the company reported that it employs approximately 161,000 people full-time. Timeline April 1, 1976 – Apple Computers, Inc. is founded by Steve Jobs and
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the eurozone. Twenty countries in the European Union use the euro as their currency, and comprise the eurozone. Facts The countries in the eurozone are: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia and
Continue Reading CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at space accidents that have affected astronauts or other staff related to spaceflight. Accidents that involved unmanned spacecraft are not included. Timeline October 24, 1960 – The first space-related fatalities occur when a rocket explodes at the Soviet Union’s Baikonur Space Center in Kazakhstan, killing 165 people,
Continue ReadingBy MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Harvard University has released a detailed account of its investigation into plagiarism allegations against former president Claudine Gay, who resigned this month over those concerns and her antisemitism testimony at a congressional hearing. In the letter sent to Congress Friday, Harvard said an independent panel focused mostly
Continue Readingmacamilarincon (CNN) –– Un sismo de magnitud 7,0 sacudió el noroeste de China la madrugada del martes, hora local, según el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS). Los medios estatales chinos reportaron posteriormente al menos 40 réplicas y tres heridos. Las tres personas que resultaron heridas se encontraban en un municipio a 26 kilómetros del
Continue ReadingNORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A suburban Philadelphia woman accused of fatally shooting her parents and dismembering their bodies with a chainsaw has notified officials that she intends to use an insanity defense. The (Pottstown) Mercury reports that 44-ear-old Verity Beck’s trial in Montgomery County trial has been delayed until April to allow prosecutors to have
Continue ReadingBy Terell Bailey Click here for updates on this story DETROIT (WWJ) — It’s not the welcome to the states the family expected, but their relocation process must continue. For one family they search high and low for a beloved pet. It goes back to Jan. 8, when Estelita Grefalda and her family landed at
Continue ReadingBy Ren Clayton Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A book signing — a gratifying culmination for one of Minnesota’s most accomplished gymnasts. “It’s super exciting,” said Maggie Nichols. “It’s so crazy to say I’m an author; to have this be published. It’s been a lot of hard work, but it’s
Continue ReadingBy ALI SWENSON and WILL WEISSERT Associated Press The New Hampshire attorney general’s office on Monday said it was investigating reports of an apparent robocall that used artificial intelligence to mimic President Joe Biden’s voice and discourage voters in the state from coming to the polls during Tuesday’s primary election. Attorney General John Formella said
Continue ReadingBy Todd Feurer Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — A Joliet woman has been arrested after police said she left her two children alone in an unheated car for 45 minutes in the extreme cold last week, with a loaded handgun under the front seat. Kadesha Clark, 29, has been charged
Continue ReadingBy Shardaa Gray Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — A horrific accident in India killed a Chicago area tech CEO and seriously injured the company’s president, and the whole thing was caught on video. What was designed to be a celebration of success turned tragic when CEO Sanjay Shah, 56, and
Continue ReadingBy Wakisha Bailey, Rory Hardenstine Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — Philadelphia’s Police Athletic League (PAL) and AT&T are looking to close the technology gap in the city. The wireless company on Monday will donate $10,000 and 250 laptops to PAL to help level the playing field in Philadelphia. The laptops
Continue ReadingBy Elijah Westbrook Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) — Jury selection begins Monday for two of the three men facing charges in the murder of legendary hip-hop artist Jam Master Jay. The case that has played out for more than 20 years finally heads to federal court in Downtown Brooklyn.
Continue ReadingBy CBS New York Team Click here for updates on this story STAMFORD, Connecticut (WCBS) — The courtroom drama at the Michelle Troconis trial Friday had nothing to do with the testimony. Jurors alerted the judge after one member of the panel commented on the case, comparing it to the novel and film “Gone Girl,”
Continue ReadingBy Olivia LaBorde and Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has died, according to statements from his family and the King Center. The King Center confirmed in a statement the 62-year-old civil rights activist died Monday after a battle with prostate cancer. The third
Continue ReadingBy Marybel Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR) — A Miami Proud that will touch your heart: It is the story of a local family who got a fresh start in life thanks to the kindness of strangers led by a very special and giving South Florida woman. “I’ve been going
Continue ReadingBy CBS Miami Team Click here for updates on this story MARATHON, Florida (WFOR) — “Ida” the sea turtle is back swimming off the Florida Keys. The 200-pound adult loggerhead sea turtle was released Saturday into the Atlantic Ocean off Sombrero Beach in Marathon as dozens of spectators watched and applauded. “Ida” was discovered by
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