New judge coming for suspect in Osage Beach police officer chase death
The man charged in a crash that killed an Osage Beach police officer will get a new judge on his case.
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Dutch government led by hard right asks for formal opt-out from EU migration rules
Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — The new Dutch government dominated by the far-right party of Geert Wilders has officially asked the European Union for an exemption from its migration obligations. It is seeking to fulfill a campaign promise to drastically reduce the number of migrants in the nation. Dutch migration minister Marjolein Faber of Wilders’
Continue ReadingVermont town official, his wife and her son found shot to death in their home
PAWLET, Vt. (AP) — Vermont State Police say a town official, his wife and her son were found shot to death in their home over the weekend. Police identified them as 46-year-old Brian Crossman, 41-year-old Erica Crossman and 13-year-old Colin Taft. Police say they were found dead Sunday and all three deaths were ruled homicides.
Continue ReadingCyprus’ top court sacks the government’s chief accountant over misconduct
Associated Press NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus’ top court has ordered that the government’s comptroller general be removed from his post for alleged misconduct and interferences in the works of judiciary. It’s the first such ruling in the Mediterranean island nation’s 64-year history. The eight-judge panel of the Supreme Constitutional Court said in a 209-page
Continue ReadingBritain’s CEO of scandal-ridden Post Office will step down next year
Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The chief executive of Britain’s scandal-ridden Post Office will step down next year. The resignation comes as criticism mounts over the speed of compensation payments to branch managers wrongly convicted of theft or fraud because of a faulty computer system. Nick Read said Wednesday it has been a “great privilege”
Continue ReadingChina announces sanctions on US companies selling arms to self-ruled Taiwan
BEIJING (AP) — China has announced sanctions on American companies selling arms to the self-ruled island of Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its own territory and threatens to annex by force. Chinese state media made the announcement on Wednesday, citing the Foreign Ministry, but gave no details on the companies involved. Taiwan is awaiting deliveries
Continue ReadingEl secretismo es la piedra angular de la estrategia militar de Hezbollah. Las mortíferas explosiones de buscapersonas ponen al descubierto una debilidad clave
Julia Hernández (CNN) — Cientos de buscapersonas portados por miembros de Hezbollah en Líbano estallaron casi simultáneamente este martes en un ataque sin precedentes que supera en alcance y ejecución a una serie de asesinatos encubiertos y ciberataques perpetrados en la región en los últimos años. El grupo militante respaldado por Irán dijo que los
Continue ReadingBiden administration to host international AI safety meeting in San Francisco after election
AP Technology Writer Government scientists and artificial intelligence experts from at least nine countries and the European Union will meet in San Francisco after the U.S. elections to coordinate on safely developing AI technology and averting its dangers. President Joe Biden’s administration on Wednesday announced a two-day international AI safety gathering planned for November 20
Continue Reading5 things to know for Sept. 18: Middle East, Presidential race, IVF treatments, Autoworkers, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Fast-food chains across the US are offering discounts today to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day. It comes as many companies have unveiled promotions and giveaways this year to try to win back the customers they lost due to price increases. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up
Continue Reading5 things to know for Sept. 18: Middle East, Presidential race, IVF treatments, Autoworkers, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Fast-food chains across the US are offering discounts today to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day. It comes as many companies have unveiled promotions and giveaways this year to try to win back the customers they lost due to price increases. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to
Continue Reading5 things to know for Sept. 18: Middle East, Presidential race, IVF treatments, Autoworkers, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Fast-food chains across the US are offering discounts today to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day. It comes as many companies have unveiled promotions and giveaways this year to try to win back the customers they lost due to price increases. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up
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Ukraine claims to have destroyed large Russian ammunition depot in overnight drone attack
By Niamh Kennedy, Maria Kostenko and Victoria Butenko, CNN (CNN) — A Ukrainian drone attack launched overnight destroyed an ammunition depot in the western Russian region of Tver, a source from Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) told CNN on Wednesday, causing a massive blast. The Ukrainian drones targeted the Russian defense ministry-operated warehouse in the city
Continue ReadingLo que sabemos de la empresa taiwanesa implicada en la explosión de los buscapersonas en el Líbano
Julia Hernández (CNN)– Las mortales explosiones simultáneas provocadas por cientos de buscapersonas portados por miembros de Hezbollah en Líbano colocaron a un poco conocido fabricante taiwanés de productos electrónicos en el punto de mira mundial, después de que sus productos dañados fueran identificados en imágenes tras el atentado. Ahora puedes seguirnos en WhatsApp Channel Este miércoles,
Continue ReadingPortugal declares a state of calamity as wildfires rage out of control
Associated Press LISBON, Portugal (AP) — More than 100 wildfires are stretching thousands of firefighters to the limit in northern Portugal. The country’s worst spate of fires in recent years is blamed for seven deaths since they spread out of control over the weekend. Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro declared a state of calamity late
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Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani inches closer to historic 50-50 season with 48th home run
By Amy Woodyatt and Jamie Barton, CNN (CNN) — Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani took another step towards the first ever 50-50 season in Major League Baseball (MLB) history on Tuesday. The two-time AL MVP got a two-run blast off Miami Marlins starter Darren McCaughan in the third inning during the two teams’ series
Continue ReadingUkrainian drones strike a major military depot in a Russian town northwest of Moscow
Associated Press KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian drones have struck a large military depot in a town deep inside Russia overnight, causing a huge blaze and prompting the evacuation of residents. A Ukrainian official and Russian news reports said the strike destroyed Russian warehouses in Toropets, a town in Russia’s Tver region northwest of Moscow.
Continue ReadingOnce known for its tough defenses, the SEC has started to open up the offense this season
AP Sports Writer Tennessee had piled up 37 points and nearly 300 yards of offense by the time the first quarter mercifully came to an end last week against Kent State. It turned out that mercy for the Golden Flashes was still quite a ways away. The then-No. 7 Vols pushed their lead to 65-0,
Continue Reading Ukrainian boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk released after ‘misunderstanding’ which led to detention in Poland
By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk was released after being detained by law enforcement at Krakow Airport in Poland, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday. Zelensky said he had spoken to Usyk on Tuesday and that he was “disappointed by this attitude towards our citizen and champion.” “I instructed
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The North American airports that travelers find the most – and least – satisfying
By Marnie Hunter, CNN (CNN) — Huge crowds and high prices haven’t kept travelers at home. And many North American air travelers are still enjoying their time at airports, according to the overall satisfaction scores in the 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study from J.D. Power. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is the most satisfying airport
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Johnson under pressure after House fails to pass GOP funding plan and Trump pushes shutdown
By Clare Foran and Haley Talbot, CNN Washington (CNN) — The House failed on Wednesday to pass a six-month GOP government funding plan that included a controversial measure targeting noncitizen voting, an effort pushed by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. The defeat of the bill puts Republican divisions on full display, but it also creates an opportunity
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