Man sought in 2016 San Diego killing held in El Salvador
An Arizona man wanted for the killing of his girlfriend in San Diego in 2016 was captured in El Salvador, the U.S. Marshals Service said.
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‘Just Serena’: Williams’ upset win at US Open keeps the legend advancing in final days of her storied career
By Steve Almasy and Matias Grez, CNN After it was all over — after she’d won a thrilling second-round match, then did one of those iconic Serena twirls on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court before beaming as a tribute video from Oprah Winfrey played yet again — Serena Williams was asked if she was surprised
Continue ReadingUS and South Korean forces hold first live-fire exercises since new unit formed
By Brad Lendon, Paula Hancocks and Gawon Bae, CNN US and South Korean combined forces on Wednesday held their first live-fire exercises since the formation of their unit in 2015, a drill that commanders said showcased the strongest military alliance in the world. The drill, based on a counterattack against invading forces, comes after the
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Panthers agree to terms with kicker Pineiro on 1-year deal
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a one-year contract with kicker Eddy Pineiro, pending the outcome of his physical exam. Pineiro replaces Zane Gonzalez, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve on Tuesday. Pineiro has made 86.1% (31 of 36) of his career field goal attempts in a combined two NFL
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Panthers agree to terms with kicker Pineiro on 1-year deal
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a one-year contract with kicker Eddy Pineiro, pending the outcome of his physical exam. Pineiro replaces Zane Gonzalez, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve on Tuesday. Pineiro has made 86.1% (31 of 36) of his career field goal attempts in a combined two NFL
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‘An occupational hazard’: Florida wildlife director loses hand after alligator bite
By Zoe Sottile, CNN The director at a wildlife park in Florida lost his hand after being bitten by one of his own alligators last week, according to the facility. It was his second serious alligator-related injury in 10 years. Greg Graziani, wildlife director of Florida Gator Gardens in Venus, Florida, was “seriously injured during
Continue ReadingCrime has some women business owners rethinking their futures in Chicago
By Dana Kozlov Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — Crime, safety, and lack of police patrols have all been held up as reasons some small business owners in Chicago say they have had enough and are getting ready to move out. As CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov reported, one of
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Ashton Kutcher lost 12 pounds training for a marathon
By Marianne Garvey Ashton Kutcher is training for the upcoming 2022 TCS New York City Marathon and reveals he’s lost weight in the process. Kutcher spoke to Entertainment Tonight, saying he’s lost about 12 pounds while prepping for the race, which is set for Nov. 6. “The biggest change physically has been the transfer of
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Oil prices fall more than 5%
The price of oil fell more than 5 percent on Tuesday.
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Drinking black tea may lower risk of death
Researchers have found that drinking tea may reduce your chance of death from… Well, almost everything.
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US life expectancy hits lowest point in decades
U.S life expectancy is at its lowest point in decades.
Continue ReadingNo habrá rescate con vida de los 10 mineros atrapados en El Pinabete, en el norte de México: así buscan recuperar los cuerpos
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN Español) — Ha pasado casi un mes desde que 10 mineros quedaron atrapados en una mina en el norte de México y el presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador los dio por muertos: “Nos proponen un rescate haciendo unos tajos”, dijo y cambió por primera vez la narrativa al afirmar que “de esa
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Snap cutting 20% of staff as ad sales continue to dry up
By MATT OTT AP Business Writer SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — The parent company of social media platform Snapchat said Wednesday that it is letting go of 20% of its staff as it reorganizes and tries to reduce costs in the face of declining ad sales. In a letter to staff posted on Snap Inc.’s
Continue ReadingTattoo shop in San Francisco using ink to help the war effort in Ukraine
By Sara Donchey Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — A San Francisco tattoo shop is using ink to help Ukrainians suffering under the months-long Russian invasion thousands of miles away. Gold Leaf Ink has been hosting two guest tattoo artists from Ukraine whose friends and family have been left to
Continue Reading Big 12 looks to potential early extension of media rights
IRVING, Texas (AP) — The changing Big 12 Conference plans to have discussions with ESPN and Fox about a potential early extension of its media rights deal. The current deal goes through the 2024-25 academic year. New Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark says with the changing landscape of college athletics, the league welcomes the opportunity
Continue Reading Big 12 looks to potential early extension of media rights
IRVING, Texas (AP) — The changing Big 12 Conference plans to have discussions with ESPN and Fox about a potential early extension of its media rights deal. The current deal goes through the 2024-25 academic year. New Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark says with the changing landscape of college athletics, the league welcomes the opportunity
Continue Reading Family of fallen U.S. Marine re-files defamation lawsuit against Alec Baldwin in New York
By Laura Ly and Michelle Watson, CNN The family of fallen U.S. Marine Rylee J. McCollum has re-filed their lawsuit against actor Alec Baldwin for defamation in New York, according to a complaint filed Friday. Rylee’s widow, Jiennah McCollum, and Rylee’s sisters, Roice McCollum and Cheyenne McCollum, are seeking $25 million in damages. They accuse
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FDA authorizes Pfizer and Moderna’s updated Covid-19 boosters
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized updated Covid-19 vaccine booster shots from Moderna and Pfizer.
Continue ReadingReseña | “Los anillos de poder”: Peter Jackson no está, pero la esencia de “El Señor de los Anillos” sigue ahí
urielblanco (CNN Español) — Han pasado casi 5 años, pero por fin ha llegado. Amazon anunció por primera vez en noviembre de 2017 que “El Señor de los Anillos” tendría una serie de televisión; finalmente, este 2 de septiembre, la nueva producción del universo creado por J. R. R. Tolkien llega a la TV (o,
Continue Reading Ashley Judd pens powerful piece about ‘the right to keep’ pain private
By Lisa Respers France, CNN Ashley Judd is opening up about her family’s experience after her mother Naomi Judd’s death by suicide to advocate for privacy for those who find themselves in similar tragedy. In an essay for the New York Times, titled “Ashley Judd: The Right to Keep Private Pain Private,” the actress and
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