The Paris Olympics displaced nearly 20,000 people, local associations say
Associated Press PARIS (AP) — A coalition of over 100 organizations has reported that nearly 20,000 individuals were displaced from informal…
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Serbian minister to resign over concrete canopy crash that killed 14 people
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Serbia’s government minister for infrastructure and construction says he’s stepping down, days after a concrete…
Continue ReadingMexico’s National Guard kills 2 Colombians and wounds 4 on a migrant smuggling route near the US
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Defense Department claims the National Guard has killed two Colombians and wounded four others in a confrontation…
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Thousands rally again in Georgia to protest the parliamentary election they say was rigged
Associated Press TBILISI, Georgia (AP) — Thousands of opposition supporters rallied outside Georgia’s parliament for the second straight Monday…
Continue ReadingAndrea Bocelli on his new album, film and 30 years of making music: ‘I like to think to the future’
AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — To mark 30 years of his career, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli has released a new compilation album, “Duets,”…
Continue ReadingEx-officer found guilty in the 2020 shooting death of Andre Hill
Associated Press A former police officer who shot and killed Andre Hill has been found guilty in the shooting. A jury on Monday convicted former…
Continue ReadingThe death toll in Lebanon crosses 3,000 in the 13-month Israel-Hezbollah war, Health Ministry says
Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — The 13-month war between Israel and Hezbollah has killed more than 3,000 people in Lebanon, the country’s Health…
Continue ReadingRemembering Quincy Jones: 10 career-spanning songs to celebrate his legacy
AP Music Writer Few artists have legacies so mammoth their very name could be considered synonymous with the music industry, but then again, most…
Continue ReadingRemembering Quincy Jones: 10 career-spanning songs to celebrate his legacy
AP Music Writer Few artists have legacies so mammoth their very name could be considered synonymous with the music industry, but then again, most…
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Chan Plaza to host open house this week
There will be a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Chan Plaza, located at 1440 S. Imperial Avenue, this Thursday at…
Continue ReadingRangers name a new GM while also hiring an assistant GM and a new hitting coach
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers promoted Ross Fenstermaker to general manager, hired Cole Figuerora as assistant GM and named Justin…
Continue ReadingIf you want to stretch your gift game into days this holiday, check out these advent calendars
Associated Press The advent calendar phenomenon is growing every year, with so many exciting, fun, beautiful, and delicious options available. In the…
Continue ReadingJury sees video of subway chokehold that led to Marine veteran’s manslaughter trial
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Jurors have seen video of Daniel Penny gripping a man around the neck on a New York City subway train as another…
Continue ReadingOprah Winfrey, President Biden, VP Harris, Paul McCartney and more pay tribute to Quincy Jones
NEW YORK (AP) — Reactions to the death of Quincy Jones, who died Sunday at age 91: — “My beloved Q. The world’s beloved Q. The one and…
Continue ReadingOprah Winfrey, President Biden, VP Harris, Paul McCartney and more pay tribute to Quincy Jones
NEW YORK (AP) — Reactions to the death of Quincy Jones, who died Sunday at age 91: — “My beloved Q. The world’s beloved Q. The one and…
Continue ReadingOhio sheriff’s lieutenant apologizes for ‘won’t help Democrats’ post, blames sleep medication
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio sheriff’s patrol commander has apologized for posting on Facebook that he wouldn’t help Democrats and…
Continue Reading Elon Musk’s $1 million-a-day voter sweepstakes can proceed, a Pennsylvania judge says
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The $1 million-a-day voter sweepstakes that Elon Musk ‘s political action committee is hosting in swing…
Continue ReadingMoldova’s diaspora tipped the scales in a pivotal election. Critics question the vote’s validity
Associated Press CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — Moldovans living abroad voted in record numbers in a presidential runoff that secured victory for…
Continue Reading Head of Myanmar’s military government visits close ally China for the first time since taking power
BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar’s state media says the head of Myanmar’s military government embarked upon an official visit this week to China, the…
Continue ReadingUS agency ends investigation into Ford engine failures after recall and warranty extension
DETROIT (AP) — The U.S. government’s auto safety regulator has ended a 2 1/2-year investigation into Ford engine failures after the company…
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