CNN Analysis by Mick Krever, CNN (CNN) — In the days after Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel, fears ran high of a regional war. The conflict would not be contained in Gaza, the thinking went – Hezbollah would attack Israel from the north, the Houthis from Yemen, and Iranian proxies from Iraq. Israel would
Continue ReadingAssociated Press TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s new government says it hopes to improve ties with China after receiving a “forward-looking” congratulatory message from Beijing on the election of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Ties between Japan and China have been strained by a territorial dispute, Japan’s wartime history, and most recently, the killing of a Japanese
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By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — The men’s final of this year’s China Open was billed as a battle between two titans and it definitely didn’t disappoint. After three grueling sets, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious over world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, winning 6-7 6-4 7-6 to claim his 16th ATP Tour title. The pair
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By Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN (CNN) — A painting discovered by a junk dealer in the basement of an Italian villa six decades ago is actually the work of Pablo Picasso and could sell for millions, according to experts. Luigi Lo Rosso used to spend his days combing abandoned houses and landfills in search of
Continue ReadingKOLKATA, India (AP) — India’s Mohun Bagan Super Giants has refused to travel to Iran to play Tractor SC in an Asian Champions League Two match scheduled for Wednesday because of the escalating security problems in the country and region. The Kolkata club asked the Asian Football Confederation to reschedule the match, which was due
Continue ReadingAnalysis by Zachary B. Wolf, CNN (CNN) — The vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota and Sen. JD Vance of Ohio was a civil and policy-oriented affair, and it included some important developments. Both men admitted they had been wrong on past comments. On many things they agreed, perhaps drawing a roadmap
Continue ReadingATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s Republican attorney general is appealing a judge’s ruling that the state’s abortion ban is unconstitutional. Attorney General Chris Carr’s office filed a legal motion Wednesday asking the Georgia Supreme Court to reinstate the law that outlaws most abortions after the first six weeks or so of pregnancy while the court considers
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By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Toilet paper shortages in stores across America are giving folks nightmarish reminders of the pandemic era. But the lack of toilet paper isn’t a direct result of a major port strike Tuesday. It’s because of panic buying. Reports of shortages filled social media Tuesday, showing empty shelves
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CNN By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Toilet paper shortages in stores across America are giving folks nightmarish reminders of the pandemic era. But the lack of toilet paper isn’t a direct result of a major port strike Tuesday. It’s because of panic buying. Reports of shortages filled social media Tuesday, showing empty
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah Jazz did more than carve out a place in this city. They became a Salt Lake City institution. The Utah Hockey Club is hoping to do the same. The Jazz continued to draw sellout crowds long after Stockton-to-Malone eventually turned into a rebuilding team. There
Continue ReadingBy Lesley Marin Click here for updates on this story RANCHO PALOS VERDES, California (KCAL, KCBS) — During a Rancho Palos Verdes City Council meeting Tuesday night, geologists delivered a small glimmer of hope for people affected by land movement in the Portuguese Bend area. They confirmed that although the landslide is still moving, it
Continue ReadingKCAL, KCBS By Lesley Marin Click here for updates on this story RANCHO PALOS VERDES, California (KCAL, KCBS) — During a Rancho Palos Verdes City Council meeting Tuesday night, geologists delivered a small glimmer of hope for people affected by land movement in the Portuguese Bend area. They confirmed that although the landslide is still
Continue ReadingBy Matthew Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES, California (KCAL, KCBS) — The Los Angeles Police Department arrested several teenagers for allegedly ransacking 7-Elevens after their parents turned them in to investigators. The string of robberies started on July 12 and continued sporadically for two months, with the latest instance happening
Continue ReadingBy Jennifer McRae Click here for updates on this story WELD COUNTY, Colorado (KCNC) — A Weld County judge has sentenced a Colorado man to 64 years in prison after his conviction for possession of more than 60,000 fentanyl pills and more than 30 pounds of meth. Jorge Garcia-Loya was sentenced on Sept. 27 after
Continue ReadingBy Cecilio Padilla Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, California (KOVR) — Californians 70 years old and above will no longer need to take the written driver test, the DMV announced this week. As of Oct. 1, those older drivers whose licenses expire as of 2024 won’t need to take the written knowledge
Continue ReadingBy Jose Martinez Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO, California (KPIX) — In the heart of the San Francisco Mission District, a group of immigrant students is taking steps toward higher education, despite the challenges they face because of their status. Allison Romero, a student at Thurgood Marshall High School in San
Continue ReadingKPIX By Jose Martinez Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO, California (KPIX) — In the heart of the San Francisco Mission District, a group of immigrant students is taking steps toward higher education, despite the challenges they face because of their status. Allison Romero, a student at Thurgood Marshall High School in
Continue ReadingBy Kirsten Mitchell Click here for updates on this story HASTINGS, Minnesota (WCCO) — Minnesota farmers are rejoicing after a great growing season for apples. Whistling Well Farm owner Charlie Johnson has weathered many difficult growing seasons since opening his farm in Hastings in 1972. After several years of drought, he says the apples are
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By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — The arrival of spring is traditionally associated with allergies, but the crisp air brought on by autumn’s cooler weather doesn’t necessarily mean everyone can take a breath of relief. For many with allergies, fall is peak season that’s now probably compounded by a warming planet. Allergy season is starting
Continue ReadingBy DeJanay Booth-Singleton Click here for updates on this story DETROIT, Michigan (WWJ) — An inmate is charged after authorities say he punched a therapy dog while in the Genesee County Jail. According to the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, Josie was greeting staff and inmates throughout the jail on Sept. 24 when Romello Maxwell struck
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