By DEREK GATOPOULOS and COSTAS KANTOURIS Associated Press ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A Greek court has convicted five former firefighting and disaster response officials over the deadliest wildfire in the country’s history, with more than 100 people killed outside the capital. But some survivors are outraged that they have been fined and let go. The
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By Rob Picheta, CNN (CNN) — Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf has resigned barely a year into the role after the collapse of his coalition government, a humbling and chaotic departure that throws Scotland’s ruling pro-independence party into chaos. Yousaf’s coalition government fell apart unexpectedly last week when he tore up a coalition agreement with Green Party
Continue ReadingBEIJING, China (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit France, Serbia and Hungary next week as Beijing appears to seek a larger role in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine that has upended global political and economic security. China’s Foreign Ministry says the visit by Xi, China’s president and head of the ruling Communist
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CNN By Andrew Carey and Olga Voitovych, CNN (CNN) — Vladimir Putin’s forces have made further gains in at least three locations along the eastern front in Ukraine – including for the first time in several months an advance in the northern Kharkiv region – highlighting again Kyiv’s need for ammunition and weapons from the
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By Brian Fung and Jason Carroll, CNN (CNN) — For Cindy Westman, the internet is a literal lifeline. She depends on internet access to care for her 12-year-old daughter — who has cerebral palsy and autism — by messaging doctors, accessing test results and scheduling critical medical appointments virtually. But it’s not easy to stay connected in Westman’s
Continue ReadingOpinion by K. Denise Rucker Krepp (CNN) — My family’s Rucker surname is familiar in some military circles and among many who consider themselves aficionados of Confederate history. The Ruckers have a history of military service going back generations. They’ve also had deep roots in America’s shameful Confederate past. That includes my distant cousin, Col. Edmund
Continue ReadingKaren Esquivel (CNN Español) – “No hay un ganador del segundo debate, pero hay una perdedora clara, que es Claudia Sheinbaum”, consideró el experto en partidos políticos y elecciones, Víctor Manuel Alarcón Olguín, sobre la actuación de la candidata de la coalición oficialista Sigamos Haciendo Historia. Ahora puedes seguirnos en WhatsApp Channel Con esta perspectiva
Continue ReadingCNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — A billionaire is building Titanic II — a replica of the ill-fated ship that sank in 1912. Early designs reveal the boat will accommodate around 2,300 passengers on trips reminiscent of the original Titanic, without the tragic ending, that is. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — A billionaire is building Titanic II — a replica of the ill-fated ship that sank in 1912. Early designs reveal the boat will accommodate around 2,300 passengers on trips reminiscent of the original Titanic, without the tragic ending, that is. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to
Continue ReadingCNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — A billionaire is building Titanic II — a replica of the ill-fated ship that sank in 1912. Early designs reveal the boat will accommodate around 2,300 passengers on trips reminiscent of the original Titanic, without the tragic ending, that is. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up
Continue ReadingBy ROD McGUIRK Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Solomon Islands pro-Beijing Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has withdrawn from the contest to remain head of the strategically important South Pacific island nation’s government following general elections two weeks ago. Sogavare has been reelected to the parliament, but Australian Broadcasting Corp. reported he told a press conference
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By Dalal Mawad, CNN Paris (CNN) — French actor Gerard Depardieu will face trial in October over allegations of sexual assault, the Paris prosecutor’s office told CNN Monday. The assaults were allegedly committed against two people in September 2021 during the shooting of the film “Les Volets Verts”, the prosecutor’s office added without identifying them.
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By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — A stricter abortion law that takes effect in Florida on Wednesday — dropping the state’s 15-week ban to a six-week ban — will likely affect thousands of people seeking abortion care within the first month alone. Florida has become a key abortion access point amid widespread restrictions that have
Continue ReadingMelissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN) — El presidente Joe Biden está planteando las elecciones de 2024 en parte como un referendo sobre Donald Trump, pero es una carta más difícil de jugar ahora que está en el cargo y algunos votantes tienen recuerdos cálidos del caótico mandato del expresidente. El posible candidato del Partido Republicano está
Continue ReadingBANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s foreign minister has abruptly resigned in dissatisfaction over a Cabinet reshuffle that removed him as one of the country’s deputy prime ministers. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Monday confirmed the report of the resignation of Parnpree Bahiddha-Nugara, saying that he respected the decision, and that he has already started looking for
Continue Reading By Inke Kappeler, CNN (CNN) — Nine suspected members of a German far-right group accused of plotting to overthrow the government and install a minor royal as leader went on trial at a high-security courtroom in Stuttgart on Monday. Prosecutors opened their case against individuals tied to the Reichsbürger (Citizens of the Reich) movement. In all,
Continue ReadingBy ERICK KAGLAN Associated Press LOME, Togo (AP) — People in Togo have voted in parliamentary elections that tested support for a proposed new constitution that would scrap presidential elections and give lawmakers the power to choose the president. The opposition and religious leaders say the legislation is an effort by President Faure Gnassingbe to
Continue ReadingBy TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — Within three or four years, thousands of self-driving tractor-trailers are expected to travel on America’s public freeways. The goal is for the trucks, which can run nearly around the clock without any breaks, to speed the flow of goods, accelerating delivery times and perhaps lowering costs.
Continue ReadingBy TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — On a three-lane test track along the Monongahela River, an 18-wheel tractor-trailer rounded a curve. No one was on board. A quarter-mile ahead, the truck’s sensors spotted a trash can blocking one lane and a tire in another. In less than a second, it signaled, moved
Continue ReadingBy CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Since retiring two years ago, Joan Harris has upped her travel game. Once or twice a year, she visits her two adult children in different states. She’s planning multiple other trips, including to a science fiction convention in Scotland and a Disney cruise soon after that,
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