Japanese space startup aborts 2nd satellite launch attempt minutes after liftoff
Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese space startup says its second attempt to launch a rocket carrying satellites into orbit had been aborted…
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Rescuers dig for survivors of Vanuatu earthquake with no water and unclear death toll
Associated Press WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Vanuatu’s capital is without water after reservoirs were destroyed by a violent magnitude 7.3…
Continue ReadingGlobal demand spurring Indonesia’s mining boom comes at a cost for many communities
Associated Press KABAENA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s mining industry is rapidly expanding on demand for the minerals needed to help power…
Continue ReadingBiathlon official apologizes to athletes who have suffered mistreatment
Associated Press The secretary general of the International Biathlon Union apologized to any athlete who was mistreated during his tenure at U.S.…
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Gradually warming up into the midweek
We have slightly breezy conditions moving in on Wednesday, but our main focus is the well-above-normal temperatures. I am tracking daytime highs…
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Yuma Crossing National Herritage Area asks for community’s help to send kids to historical parks
Donations will help send local elementary students to our Territorial Prison, the Colorado State Historical Park, and the Yuma East…
Continue ReadingA new neutrino detector in China aims to spot mysterious ghost particles lurking around us
Associated Press KAIPING, China (AP) — Underneath a granite hill in southern China, a massive detector is nearly complete that will sniff out the…
Continue ReadingTwo-time All-Pro safety Budda Baker signs 3-year deal to stay with the Cardinals through 2027
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Two-time All-Pro safety Budda Baker signed a three-year deal on Tuesday to stay with the Arizona Cardinals through the 2027…
Continue Reading Indiana law shrouds executions in secrecy, prompting new pushes for public oversight
Associated Press Executions have historically been carried out with at least some public scrutiny, from public hangings in the town square to lethal…
Continue ReadingUS to pay nearly $116M to settle lawsuits over rampant sexual abuse at California women’s prison
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. government will pay nearly $116 million to resolve lawsuits brought by more than 100 women who say they…
Continue Reading Ontario’s premier says Trump’s tariffs would be a disaster for US markets
Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — The premier of Canada’s most populous province says President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose sweeping 25%…
Continue ReadingMegan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Megan Thee Stallion asked a court on Tuesday to issue a restraining order against Tory Lanez, who she…
Continue ReadingMegan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Megan Thee Stallion asked a court on Tuesday to issue a restraining order against Tory Lanez, who she…
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Imperial County Labor Council holds drive to help over 200 families
The San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council helped over 200 families in Imperial County this holiday season through its annual food and toy…
Continue Reading RFK Stadium site provision included in federal spending bill, a win for the Commanders and NFL
AP Sports Writer The Washington Commanders are another step closer to the possibility of returning to the franchise’s old home in the nation’s…
Continue ReadingGrubhub to pay $25M in deceptive practices settlement with Illinois attorney general and the FTC
AP Political Writer SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Grubhub Inc. will pay $25 million to settle a dispute over alleged deceptive business practices with…
Continue Reading‘Vanderpump Rules’ star James Kennedy says he’s committed to change after domestic violence arrest
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make changes and seek sobriety after…
Continue Reading‘Vanderpump Rules’ star James Kennedy says he’s committed to change after domestic violence arrest
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make changes and seek sobriety after…
Continue ReadingThe Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since Super Bowl 50 triumph in 2016
AP Pro Football Writer ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since winning Super Bowl 50…
Continue ReadingTexas jailer dies after being assaulted by incarcerated man, sheriff says
WAXAHACHIE, Texas (AP) — A Texas sheriff says a man being held in jail fatally assaulted a detention officer who was returning him to his cell…
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