By Parija Kavilanz, CNN New York (CNN) — Starbucks is being sued by a consumer advocacy group alleging that the global coffee chain falsely and deceptively advertises the “committed to 100% ethical sourcing” claim on its coffee and tea products. The lawsuit, filed by the National Consumers League in a Washington, DC court on Wednesday,
Continue ReadingValeria Ordóñez Ghio Nueva York (CNN) — La Big Mac de McDonald’s vuelve a duplicarse en tamaño. A partir del 24 de enero, la compañía reincorporará a su menú la Big Mac Doble, que tiene cuatro piezas de carne en lugar de las usuales dos, y se venderá por tiempo limitado en Estados Unidos. McDonald’s
Continue ReadingBy STEVE PEOPLES, JILL COLVIN and HOLLY RAMER Associated Press WINDHAM, N.H. (AP) — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie on Wednesday suspended his Republican presidential bid just days before Iowa’s leadoff caucuses, ceding to growing pressure to drop out of the race from those desperate to deny Donald Trump a glidepath to the nomination.
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By Haley Talbot, CNN Rep. Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania is calling on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to resign “due to lack of transparency,” the first Democratic member of Congress to do so. “I have lost trust in Secretary Lloyd Austin’s leadership of the Defense Department due to the lack of transparency about his recent medical
Continue ReadingBy SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A federal appeals panel says a Missouri lawsuit accusing China of hoarding masks and other protective gear during the COVID-19 pandemic can move forward. The three-judge panel of the U.S. Eighth District Court of Appeals panel, however, otherwise agreed Wednesday with a lower court’s 2022
Continue ReadingBy SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A federal appeals panel says a Missouri lawsuit accusing China of hoarding masks and other protective gear during the COVID-19 pandemic can move forward. The three-judge panel of the U.S. Eighth District Court of Appeals panel, however, otherwise agreed Wednesday with a lower court’s 2022
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By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Prescriptions for medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – including stimulants – increased significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially among young adults and women, according to a new study. There were about 5.9 million new prescriptions for stimulants in the first two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, about
Continue ReadingBy JUAN A. LOZANO Associated Press HOUSTON (AP) — Court records show the owner of the Houston Texans is fighting efforts by one of her sons to have her declared incapacitated and have a guardian appointed for her. Robert Cary McNair Jr. filed his application for appointment of a guardian for Janice McNair in probate
Continue ReadingBy JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer Aaron Rodgers’ Tuesday appearances on “The Pat McAfee Show” are over for the rest of this NFL season. Or possibly longer. McAfee announced at the beginning of his Wednesday show on ESPN that his fourth season of doing a weekly segment with the New York Jets quarterback had concluded.
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Mexico’s richest man, businessman and investor Carlos Slim. Personal Birth date: January 28, 1940 Birth place: Mexico City, Mexico Birth name: Carlos Slim Helú Father: Julián Slim Haddad, real estate investor Mother: Linda Helú Atta Marriage: Soumaya Domit Gemayel (1966-1999, her death) Children:
Continue ReadingBy Patrick Damp Click here for updates on this story PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A recent study has found that here in Pennsylvania, school zones might not be all that safe. The study showed that Pennsylvania ranks fifth in crash rate in school zones across the United States. A Georgia-based injury law firm, Bader Scott,
Continue Reading CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Dick Cheney, the 46th vice president of the United States. Personal Birth date: January 30, 1941 Birth place: Lincoln, Nebraska Birth name: Richard Bruce Cheney Father: Richard Herbert Cheney, worked for the Department of Agriculture Mother: Marjorie Lorraine (Dickey) Cheney Marriage: Lynne Ann
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, nicknamed “Ryan Express.” He played for 27 seasons, won 324 games, and was on the All-Star Team eight times. Personal Birth date: January 31, 1947 Birth place: Refugio, Texas Birth name: Lynn Nolan Ryan Jr. Father: Lynn
Continue ReadingBy Steve Almasy and Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — A woman has been arrested in connection with the killings of a pregnant Texas teen and her boyfriend after their bodies were found last month in a car in San Antonio, authorities said – the third arrest in the case. Myrta Romanos, 47, was arrested on charges of
Continue ReadingBy Tom Dougherty Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (KYW) — The American Red Cross declaring an emergency blood shortage is an “interesting perfect storm,” which has led to the nation’s blood supply falling to critically low levels with the number of people donating at its lowest in 20 years, the CEO
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 10, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston Style Magazine is delighted to highlight a pair of significant events that exemplify the spirit of community and progress in our vibrant city. Star Sailor HTX Shines at Greater Houston LGBT Chamber’s #FirstFriday The first Friday
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 10, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The much-anticipated inauguration of Blueprint Church marks a significant milestone in Houston’s spiritual journey. This life-affirming sanctuary, located at 9371 Richmond Avenue, proudly opens its doors with two inaugural services on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at 9:30
Continue ReadingSofía Benavides (CNN Español) — El presidente de Argentina, Javier Milei, ha recibido críticas de distintos sectores por sus múltiples iniciativas de reformas. El capítulo referido a las modificaciones a la ley de pesca, incluido en su proyecto de “ley ómnibus” ―formalmente denominada Bases y puntos de partida para la libertad de los argentinos―, no es
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 10, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston Style Magazine celebrates the esteemed appointment of Dr. Marc Smith as the Superintendent of Schools for Fort Bend ISD—a decision that reinforces the district’s commitment to educational brilliance. As of January 8, 2024, after a 21-day
Continue ReadingMEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s small Citizen’s Movement party has nominated a youthful, little-known congressman to run for president in the June 2 elections _ a campaign that so far has been dominated by two women. The party has announced that its candidate will be Jorge Álvarez Máynez. He will face front-runner Claudia Sheinbaum of
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