SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — A former Cornell University student arrested for posting violently threatening statements against Jewish people on campus last fall after the start of the war in Gaza has been sentenced to 21 months in prison. Patrick Dai was accused by federal officials in October of posting anonymous threats on a Greek life
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is holding his first solo events as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate this week. He’ll be hitting five states in three days to address a key union gathering and raise money at various fundraisers. He’ll speak Tuesday at the American Federation of State, County and
Continue ReadingAssociated Press LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Zambia and Congo agreed to reopen their border, resolving a trade dispute between the countries that had led to Zambia closing the border. Zambia on Sunday said it had closed its border with its northern neighbor after Congo imposed a ban on the import of soft drinks and beer
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Olympic and world champion figure skater Scott Hamilton. Personal Birth date: August 28, 1958 Birth place: Toledo, Ohio Full name: Scott Scovell Hamilton Father: Ernest Hamilton, college professor Mother: Dorothy Hamilton, college professor Marriage: Tracie (Robinson) Hamilton (December 14, 2002-present) Children: Maxx Thomas,
Continue ReadingALGIERS, Algeria (AP) — Imane Khelif received a warm welcome on her return home as Algerians rallied around her in the face of international scrutiny and misconceptions about her sex. The Algerian gold medalist in women’s welterweight boxing flew back to the gas-rich North African nation’s capital on Monday afternoon along with other Olympic medalists,
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BALTIMORE (AP) — The family of a Baltimore man who died of heatstroke while collecting trash for the city’s public works agency is demanding increased transparency from local officials in the immediate aftermath of his death. They’re calling on the Baltimore City Council to conduct a series of investigative hearings. Thirty-six-year old Ronald
Continue ReadingAssociated Press/Report for America NEW ORLEANS (AP) — British energy giant Drax Global, already under scrutiny for running afoul of environmental laws in multiple states, has disclosed to the state of Louisiana that its wood pellet production facilities emit hazardous air pollutants above their permitted limits. Drax is a key provider for British utilities and
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta. Personal Birth date: August 20, 1966 Birth place: Pisa, Italy Father: Giorgio Letta, a mathematics professor Mother: Anna (Banchi) Letta Marriage: Gianna Fregonara Children: Giacomo, Lorenzo, Francesco Education: University of Pisa, International Law, 1994; Scuola Superiore
Continue ReadingAP Science Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Space forecasters say solar storms persisting from the weekend may produce colorful auroras across the Northern Hemisphere. The sun has shot out at least five strong solar flares since Saturday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says no major communication problems have been reported so far. Solar storms in
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By Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — A former Cornell University student was sentenced to nearly two years in prison for threatening to kill members of the university’s Jewish community last fall, according to the prosecutor’s office. The former student, Patrick Dai, was sentenced Monday to 21 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release, according
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Georgia is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 preseason college football poll for the second straight year as the superconference era begins with the SEC and Big Ten dominating the top 10 of the rankings.
Continue ReadingAssociated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A judge says Maine isn’t violating the constitutional rights of religious schools by requiring them to abide by a state antidiscrimination law to receive taxpayer-funded tuition assistance. But the judge also acknowledged that a higher court will have the final say. The lawsuit is one of two in Maine
Continue ReadingAP Music Writer The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards have moved to a new date because of the forthcoming U.S. presidential debate. The VMAs will now air live on Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. Eastern from the UBS Arena on New York’s Long Island, a day later than previously announced. Last week, ABC News confirmed
Continue ReadingQUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Officials say gunmen have ambushed a vehicle carrying a senior government administrator in southwest Pakistan, killing him and wounding two other people before fleeing. No one has immediately claimed responsibility for the attack that targeted deputy commissioner Zakir Baloch in Baluchistan province. Baluchistan has been the scene of frequent militant attacks
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TODAY: Monday starts off somewhat soggy, with showers ongoing early before sunrise for some. Increasing chances for showers and storms come through the morning areawide, before leaving us drier by the afternoon and evening. This will limit temperatures, but the question is how much. This depends on the arrival of rain, but the forecast high
Continue ReadingAP Pro Football Writer Jason Kelce was destined for a career in the media long before he partnered with his brother, Travis, to co-host a popular podcast. It was evident early on after Andy Reid selected Kelce in the sixth round of the 2011 draft that his dynamic personality would play well on the other
Continue ReadingAP Pro Football Writer The first full weekend of exhibition games featuring the NFL’s new dynamic kickoff featured two long returns, a significant drop in touchbacks and mass confusion on an odd play that ended up as a rare safety. The NFL’s goals of increasing the rate of returns and bringing back the threat of
Continue ReadingANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey has hosted a second round of talks between Ethiopia and Somalia to try and resolve a dispute over Ethiopia’s deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland. The talks on Monday in the Turkish capital, Ankara, involved Turkish officials shuttling between the two delegations, which did not meet face-to-face. Tensions between
Continue ReadingMEXICO CITY (AP) — The United States managed to arrest Mexico’s most-wanted drug lord, but Mexican prosecutors — and the president — now say they are considering bringing treason charges against those who handed him over. It’s part of the long strange trail of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, who unexpectedly appeared on a flight in
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CAIRO (AP) — An antiquities official says a trove of ancient artifacts from Egypt’s last dynasty has been discovered in 63 tombs in the Nile Delta area and experts are working to restore and classify the finds. The artifacts include gold pieces and jewelry dating back to Egypt’s Late and Ptolemaic periods, and
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