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Feds reportedly want to seize ex-state's attorney's vacation condo and sell it

Marilyn Mosby, Baltimore's former top prosecutor, may have her Florida condo seized after prosecutors in her case said in a Friday court filing to plan to seek forfeiture.

Fox News - US News - 7 minutes ago

Federal prosecutors reportedly want to seize home of former state's attorney and sell it

Marilyn Mosby, Baltimore's former top prosecutor, may have her Florida condo seized after prosecutors in her case said in a Friday court filing to plan to seek forfeiture.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 minutes ago

Ethan Champlin had 15 saves and six blocks, Merrick McHenry added 10 kills on .818 hitting with five blocks and No. 1 seed UCLA beat Long Beach State 25-20, 25-21, 27-29, 25-21 to win its second consecutive NCAA men's volleyball championship.

Ethan Champlin had 15 saves and six blocks, Merrick McHenry added 10 kills on .818 hitting with five blocks and No. 1 seed UCLA beat Long Beach State 25-20, 25-21, 27-29, 25-21 to win its second consecutive NCAA men’s volleyball championship.

AP News - Top Stories - 53 minutes ago

Graduation season underway amid college protests -- Tensions escalated during protests at the University of Virginia Saturday, with Virginia State Police in gas masks and riot gear making arrests. At the University of Michigan, pro-Palestinian protesters paraded through the graduating class during the school's commencement ceremony. Amanda Starrantino has the latest on the unrest.

Tensions escalated during protests at the University of Virginia Saturday, with Virginia State Police in gas masks and riot gear making arrests. At the University of Michigan, pro-Palestinian protesters paraded through the graduating class during the school's commencement ceremony. Amanda Starrantino has the latest on the unrest.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Squad members relate pro-Palestinian protest crackdowns to Kent State massacre on 54th anniversary

Reps. Cori Bush (D-MO) and Ilhan Omar (D-MN) compared current law enforcement reactions on campuses to the 1970 Kent State University massacre.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Attorneys for a New Hampshire man who prevailed in a landmark lawsuit over abuse at a state-run youth detention center are asking for a hearing after the jury foreperson expressed dismay that the $38 million award could be slashed to $475,000.

Attorneys for a New Hampshire man who prevailed in a landmark lawsuit over abuse at a state-run youth detention center are asking for a hearing after the jury foreperson expressed dismay that the $38 million award could be slashed to $475,000.

AP News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

'Devastated' Tory candidate refuses to blame PM after shock West Midlands defeat

The latest results and all the fallout from the local elections, with Sky News projecting Sadiq Khan will win re-election as London mayor.

Sky News - Politics - 5 hours ago

US Senate races increasingly roiled by divisions over anti-Israel campus protests

As campaign rhetoric sharpens, many Republicans slam rivals over inadequate response to antisemitic or pro-Hamas rhetoric, while Democrats seek to tread fine line

Times of Israel - World - 6 hours ago

Alabama state senator chides male colleagues for letting parental leave bill die

Alabama state Sen. Vivian Davis Figures admonished state lawmakers for killing legislation that would have given teachers paid maternity leave.

AP News - US News - 7 hours ago

Alabama state Sen. Vivian Davis Figures admonished state lawmakers for killing legislation that would have given teachers paid maternity leave.

Alabama state Sen. Vivian Davis Figures admonished state lawmakers for killing legislation that would have given teachers paid maternity leave.

AP News - Politics - 7 hours ago

LOOMING: Biden Admin Days Away From Statement On Israel's Conduct In Gaza...

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) spoke to HuffPost about a "warning sign" ahead of a deadline for Biden to say if Israel is violating international and U.S. law.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Troops fired on Kent State students in 1970. Survivors see echoes in today's campus protests

KENT, Ohio (AP) — Dean Kahler flung himself to the ground and covered his head when the bullets started flying. The Ohio National Guard had opened fire on unarmed war protesters at Kent State …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 8 hours ago

Kansas' Republican-controlled legislature has given the state's National Guard a mission to help Texas officials in their dispute with the Biden administration over border security.

Kansas' Republican-controlled legislature has given the state's National Guard a mission to help Texas officials in their dispute with the Biden administration over border security.

AP News - Politics - 8 hours ago

Arizona's governor signs bill to repeal 1864 abortion law  -- Effort to repeal long-dormant law, which bans all abortions except those done to save a patient's life, won final legislative approval Wednesday in 16-14 Senate vote

Effort to repeal long-dormant law, which bans all abortions except those done to save a patient's life, won final legislative approval Wednesday in 16-14 Senate vote

Voice of America - Science - 9 hours ago

A British-Palestinian doctor was denied entry to France for a Senate meeting about the war in Gaza

A well-known British-Palestinian surgeon who volunteered in Gaza hospitals said he was denied entry to France on Saturday to speak at a French Senate meeting about the Israel-Hamas war. Authorities wo

Washington Times - World - 10 hours ago

Women seeking abortions can tap into a network of helpers, especially in restrictive states

A makeshift national network of abortion doulas, navigators at clinics and individual volunteers are helping people who live in restrictive states and need or want an abortion.

AP News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

'Stop the invasion': Migrant flights in battleground state ignite bipartisan backlash from lawmakers

Montana representatives are sounding the alarm on the southern border crisis, after a group of migrants flew into state late Wednesday night.

Fox News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Which states could have abortion on the ballot in 2024?

South Dakota advocates submitted petitions Wednesday in their effort to amend the state constitution to include the right to abortion, at least under some circumstances.

The Columbian - US News - 12 hours ago

State of the Union: Enlargement nostalgia and new challenges in the EU

This edition of State of the Union focuses on the enlargement "Big Bang" in 2004, speculation about new political alliances after the elections and sizeable cracks in the block of far-right parties.

Euronews - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

California is relocating death row inmates to prisons across the state. A few are now in San Diego.

Twenty-two condemned inmates have been transferred to Donovan prison in Otay Mesa, part of a voter-approved measure passed in 2016

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Illinois needs to invest more in higher education — and keep graduates in the state

Following a generation of funding cuts, in the last five years Illinois has enacted a series of reforms to help students afford college and complete their degrees. But more must be done.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Caesar Rodney girls' tennis team driven by chance to net second straight state title

CAMDEN — Caesar Rodney High had waited five years to win another DIAA team state title in girls’ tennis. So when the Riders finally clinched the championship last May, it was the …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Israel examines joint control of Gaza with Arab states

According to the plan, Israel to share control with the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, alongside the United States, and it will allow for continued IDF operations inside Gaza

YNET News - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

A federal proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug has raised the hopes of some pot backers that more states will embrace cannabis.

A federal proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug has raised the hopes of some pot backers that more states will embrace cannabis.

AP News - Politics - 21 hours ago

The legacy of Kent State 54 years later

May 4th marks the 54th anniversary of the Kent State shootings where students protesting against the Vietnam war were killed by Ohio National Guard troops. NBC’s Gadi Schwartz looks at the legacy of the protest and talks with survivors.

NBC News - US News - 23 hours ago

Maryland Officials Plan To Blast Senate Hopeful Over 'Low-Level Folks' Comment

Two dozen local elected officials are calling out Trone for describing some people who support county executive Angela Alsobrooks as 'low-level' in a TV interview.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

In Texas, pro-Pales­tine uni­ver­si­ty pro­test­ers clash with state lead­ers

Texas, one of the most conservative US states, has implemented laws limiting the ability to protest against Israel.

Aljazeera - US News - 1 day ago

Safety lapses contributed to patient assaults at Oregon State Hospital, federal report says

Safety lapses at the Oregon State Hospital contributed to recent patient-on-patient assaults, a federal report on the state’s most secure inpatient psychiatric facility has found.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Gambling bill to allow lottery and slots remains stalled in the Alabama Senate

A proposal to authorize a state lottery and allow casinos with slot machines, but not table games, at seven locations remains stalled in the Alabama Legislature.

AP News - Business - 1 day ago

A proposal to authorize a state lottery and allow casinos with slot machines, but not table games, at seven locations remains stalled in the Alabama Legislature.

A proposal to authorize a state lottery and allow casinos with slot machines, but not table games, at seven locations remains stalled in the Alabama Legislature.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

Biden Is Days Away From Making A Key Statement On Israel and Gaza. Here's What To Expect.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) spoke to HuffPost about a "warning sign" ahead of a deadline for Biden to say if Israel is violating international and U.S. law.

Huffington Post - Politics - 1 day ago

Jury Awards $38M in Child Abuse Lawsuit Against State Youth Center

David Meehan, a former resident of New Hampshire's Youth Detention Center, alleged he was repeatedly raped and beaten at the state-run facility.

Inside Edition - Weird - 1 day ago

Connecticut lawmakers are taking their first steps toward tightening absentee ballot laws since video last year captured people stuffing reams of ballots into collection boxes in Bridgeport, the state's most populous city.

Connecticut lawmakers are taking their first steps toward tightening absentee ballot laws since video last year captured people stuffing reams of ballots into collection boxes in Bridgeport, the state's most populous city.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

US Military's Gaza Aid Pier Is on Track, USAID Says. Treating Starving Children Is a Priority. -- The United States expects to have on-the-ground arrangements in Gaza ready for humanitarian workers to start delivering food...

The United States expects to have on-the-ground arrangements in Gaza ready for humanitarian workers to start delivering food, treatment for starving children and other urgent assistance by early to mid-month when the American military expects to complete a floating pier for the aid, an official with the U.S. Agency for International Development said.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Justice Department warns Iowa it plans to sue over state's new immigration law

The U.S. Department of Justice has told Iowa's top officials it plans to sue the state over a new law making it a crime for a person to be in Iowa if they've previously been denied admission

Washington Times - US News - 1 day ago

Troops Fired on Kent State Students in 1970. Survivors See Echoes in Today's Campus Protest Movement

Kent State University is marking another solemn anniversary of the National Guard shootings that killed four unarmed students and wounded nine others on May 4, 1970.

Military.com - US News - 1 day ago

Troops Fired on Kent State Students in 1970. Survivors See Echoes in Today's Campus Protest Movement -- Kent State University is marking another solemn anniversary of the National Guard shootings that killed four unarmed students...

Kent State University is marking another solemn anniversary of the National Guard shootings that killed four unarmed students and wounded nine others on May 4, 1970.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Kent State University is marking another solemn anniversary of the National Guard shootings that killed four unarmed students and wounded nine others on May 4, 1970.

Kent State University is marking another solemn anniversary of the National Guard shootings that killed four unarmed students and wounded nine others on May 4, 1970.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

Justice Department warns it plans to sue Iowa over new state immigration law

The U.S. Department of Justice says it plans to sue Iowa over the state's new immigration law. The statute makes it a crime for a person to be in the state if they've previously been denied admission to the U.S.

AP News - US News - 1 day ago

The U.S. Department of Justice says it plans to sue Iowa over the state's new immigration law. The statute makes it a crime for a person to be in the state if they've previously been denied admission to the U.S.

The U.S. Department of Justice says it plans to sue Iowa over the state's new immigration law. The statute makes it a crime for a person to be in the state if they've previously been denied admission to the U.S.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

NY Senate Republicans Call for President of Columbia to Testify to Senate Committee

Members of the New York State Senate Republican Conference hold a press conference at Columbia University at 1:30 p.m. ET on May 3 to call for the presiden...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

AP Was There: Ohio National Guard killed protesters at Kent State University

On May 4, 1970, The Ohio National Guard opened fire on unarmed student protesters at Kent State University. Four students were killed, and nine others were injured.

AP News - US News - 1 day ago

On May 4, 1970, The Ohio National Guard opened fire on unarmed student protesters at Kent State University. Four students were killed, and nine others were injured.

On May 4, 1970, The Ohio National Guard opened fire on unarmed student protesters at Kent State University. Four students were killed, and nine others were injured.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

This week, for the first time, I heard blatant calls from mainstream Americans for violence against Jews and the elimination of the State of Israel

This week, for the first time, I heard blatant calls from mainstream Americans for violence against Jews and the elimination of the State of Israel

Times of Israel - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The race for the White House tops the ballot Tuesday in Indiana's presidential and state primaries. But voters will also have to settle more competitive contests for governor, Congress and the state legislature.

The race for the White House tops the ballot Tuesday in Indiana’s presidential and state primaries. But voters will also have to settle more competitive contests for governor, Congress and the state legislature.

AP News - Politics - 1 day ago

Marine General Issues 'Call to Action' Against China Hackers Lurking in US Computer Systems -- A Chinese, state-sponsored hacking group has embedded itself in critical U.S. infrastructure and is waiting to "foment terror...

A Chinese, state-sponsored hacking group has embedded itself in critical U.S. infrastructure and is waiting to "foment terror" and "societal panic" through cyberattacks -- an effort that military leaders said Tuesday persists undeterred.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia -- Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

CBS News - Technology - 1 day ago

NATO state rejects €100 billion Ukraine war chest 'madness'

Hungary will oppose draft plan just floated by NATO chief to establish €100-billion war chest to fund Ukraine, FM Peter Szijjarto says

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Teacher Salary Map Reveals States That Pay Educators the Best

Teachers are paid the highest salary on average in California for the 2022-23 year, according to National Education Association.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 day ago

More States Are Allowing Child Support Payments to Reach Children

Since a ProPublica investigation found that states were seizing child support headed to families as reimbursement for the mother having received welfare, at least six states have changed their policies. Others are debating doing the same.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 1 day ago

UCLA to face Long Beach State in all-SoCal showdown for NCAA men's volleyball title

Outside hitter Ethan Champlin finishes with 19 kills and 13 digs as UCLA defeats UC Irvine to reach the NCAA men's volleyball championship match again.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Russia using banned chemical weapons in war on Ukraine, State Department...

Russia has violated the Chemical Weapons Convention on the battlefield in Ukraine, according to State Department officials.

Washington Examiner - World - 1 day ago

Trillions of cicadas emerge across U.S. -- Trillions of cicadas are emerging across 12 states, from the Midwest to the East Coast, after spending more than a decade underground. In Central Illinois, there is a rare opportunity to see two types of cicadas together for the first time in more than 200 years.

Trillions of cicadas are emerging across 12 states, from the Midwest to the East Coast, after spending more than a decade underground. In Central Illinois, there is a rare opportunity to see two types of cicadas together for the first time in more than 200 years.

CBS News - Science - 1 day ago

Downstate Delaware high school scores

GEORGETOWN — Sussex Tech High used a four-run fifth inning to break open a scoreless game before downing Sussex Central, 7-0, in Henlopen North baseball on Thursday evening. The victory …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Arkansas lawmakers have given final approval to legislation outlining the state's $6.3 billion budget for the coming year.

Arkansas lawmakers have given final approval to legislation outlining the state's $6.3 billion budget for the coming year.

AP News - Politics - 2 days ago

Top intelligence officials testify before US Senate at worldwide threat hearing

Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin reports on top U.S. intelligence officials warning about the growing cooperation between Russia, China, Iran and North Korea on 'Special Report.'

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

Grand Canyon State Tattoo Convention 2024 guide

Interested in getting inked? Here's everything to know about the three-day tattoo event this weekend.

Phoenix New Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

First State Airshow set to take flight at air base on May 18-19

DOVER — Air shows are not only a great way for the public to spend a day watching daring pilots pull off acrobatic maneuvers. They also are fulfilling experiences for airmen stationed at Dover …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Tesla's pullback in EV charging could slow state's progress

Massachusetts may have fewer options for building EV charging stations after market leader Tesla pulled back this week.

Boston Globe - Business - 2 days ago

Convicted ex-Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby calls on President Biden to pardon her

Former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby is calling for President Biden to pardon her of perjury and fraud crimes convictions she got while in office.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Closing arguments in Google antitrust trial -- Closing arguments begin Thursday in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. The government and more than a dozen states say Google has turned its search engine into an illegal monopoly, while Google says people like to use the engine and could change their search habits at any time. Matthew Perlman, senior competition reporter for Law 360, joins CBS News to discuss the case.

Closing arguments begin Thursday in the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Google. The government and more than a dozen states say Google has turned its search engine into an illegal monopoly, while Google says people like to use the engine and could change their search habits at any time. Matthew Perlman, senior competition reporter for Law 360, joins CBS News to discuss the case.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

Grizzly bears are set to be reintroduced to Washington state, after years of debate

The complicated process requires trapping, trucking and moving bears by helicopter from Montana or British Columbia.

NBC News - Science - 2 days ago

North Carolina bill ordering sheriffs to help immigration agents closer to law with Senate vote

A House bill ordering North Carolina sheriffs and jailers to comply with federal immigration requests to hold an inmate suspected of being in the country illegally passed the state Senate.

AP News - US News - 2 days ago

Things to Do -- Your guide to Grand Canyon State Tattoo Convention 2024 in Phoenix

Interested in getting inked? Here's everything to know about the three-day tattoo event this weekend.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

State management and regulation of extractive industries in the Pan Amazon

The extractive industries are strategic components of the economy of all Amazonian countries, but their importance varies greatly. Mineral extraction creates tangible economic benefits for a sovereign state. Converting a non-renewable natural resource into money can provide an emerging economy or middle-income country with much-needed financial capital for infrastructure development and poverty reduction. The resource […]

Mongabay - Top Stories - 2 days ago

State Department wants China, Russia to declare that AI won't control nuclear weapons, only humans

A State Department official is pushing for China and Russia to make statements declaring that AI will not be used to make nuclear weapons decisions.

Fox News - Technology - 2 days ago

In 'A Man in Full,' Jeff Daniels plays a real estate mogul whose life crumbles. Sound familiar?

David E. Kelley's loose adaptation of Tom Wolfe's novel depicts two men, played by Jeff Daniels and Jon Michael Hill, whose lives fall apart in parallel.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

State's hasty shelter spending, $932m price tag raise eyebrows

"When most state agencies execute contracts," writes one reader, "they are interested mainly in whether the intended service will be delivered on time and meets a level of quality. They have little or no concern about its price."

Boston Globe - Opinion - 2 days ago

Arizona Senate Vote To Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban As Two Republicans Break Party Ranks

With a narrow margin of 16-14, the repeal gained bipartisan support, including from two Republican senators who broke ranks with their party.

International Business Times - US News - 2 days ago

Biden campaign criticizes Trump over new Florida abortion law -- The U.S. state of Florida has a new law banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. In this presidential campaign, Donald Trump is defending the right of states to regulate reproductive rights. Joe Biden says that decentralized authority threatens women's lives.

The U.S. state of Florida has a new law banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. In this presidential campaign, Donald Trump is defending the right of states to regulate reproductive rights. Joe Biden says that decentralized authority threatens women’s lives.

Voice of America - Science - 3 days ago

Pritzkers donate Lincoln's Civil War order to blockade Southern ports to state museum

The fateful 163-year-old document had been in an anonymous private collection until its purchase at auction by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and first lady M.K. Pritzker, who donated it to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 3 days ago

Arizona's 1864 abortion ban repealed by state Senate

With Republican help, Senate Democrats repealed the Civil War-era abortion ban. Gov. Katie Hobbs signed it Thursday.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Arizona Senate repeals 1864 abortion ban

With Republican help, Senate Democrats repealed the Civil War-era abortion ban. Gov. Katie Hobbs signed it Thursday.

Phoenix New Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Arizona Senate Approves Repeal of Near-Total Abortion Ban

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vowed to sign repeal bill.

Epoch Times - US News - 3 days ago

Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion law, leaving state with 15-week ban

Arizona senators have voted to repeal the 1864 abortion law after weeks of turmoil in the state.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

State Bills Jamey Noel $4 Million They Say He, Family Spent Unlawfully

An Indiana audit released Monday by state accountants seeks $4.3 million from former sheriff Jamey Noel and his family as reimbursements for what auditors called "unlawful" luxury purchases made with fire agency funds.

Inside Edition - Weird - 3 days ago

Healey's ADU proposal: small homes, big impact -- A change to the state's zoning rules could yield thousands of new homes — if legislators can see past the complaints of some local officials.

A change to the state’s zoning rules could yield thousands of new homes — if legislators can see past the complaints of some local officials.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 3 days ago

Xi Jinping complicates France state visit with water cannon attacks in the Philippines

China's maritime militia again used water cannons against Philippine vessels. Here's how this complicates Xi Jinping's state visit to France next week.

Washington Examiner - Opinion - 4 days ago

State impunity for British security forces was 'widespread and systematic'

Norwegian human rights organisation says state forces have to be held to a higher standard than paramilitaries

Irish Times - Politics - 4 days ago

Weight-loss drug coverage for Illinois state workers could cost hundreds of millions of dollars

Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office estimates the drugs— which include Wegovy, Mounjaro and Ozempic – will cost taxpayers $210 million the first year. But others put that number much higher.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 4 days ago

Biden, Trump battle for Michigan -- U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump is planning to campaign in the Midwest state of Michigan this week. It's one of a handful of states that could swing the results of November's presidential election. VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns has our story.

U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump is planning to campaign in the Midwest state of Michigan this week. It’s one of a handful of states that could swing the results of November’s presidential election. VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns has our story.

Voice of America - Politics - 4 days ago

Ministers examining calls to stop foreign state involvement in UK online media

Conservative former leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith warned the Government is dealing with a ‘digital world with analogue tools’.

Evening Standard - Technology - 4 days ago

States Across the Country Are Reforming Guardianship. New York Is Not One of Them.

New York’s system for caring for the sick and elderly is in shambles, experts say. But while lawmakers in other states are overhauling their approaches to guardianship, New York only budgeted $1 million to address its deep-seated problems.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Schablein: Economic growth, state funding at risk in Salisbury

In January, I had the opportunity to move into my dream apartment at the Powell Building in Downtown Salisbury. Having lived and worked in Downtown Salisbury for seven years, I’ve …

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 5 days ago

United States, Mexico end joint bid for 2027 Women's World Cup, opt instead for 2031 push

With FIFA likely to prioritize development of the women’s game, Brazil is the front-runner to host a tournament that has never been staged in South America.

Boston Globe - Sports - 5 days ago

Nuclear: €300 million state aid for French small modular reactors

The European Commission has approved a €300 million State aid grant for Nuward, a French developer of small modular nuclear reactors (SMR), to test its technology with more support expected before the project starts in 2030.

Euractiv - Environment - 5 days ago

Senate Minority Leader McConnell Skeptical Of Federal Abortion Ban

McConnell said that the issue of abortion should be determined by individual states rather than the federal government.

International Business Times - US News - 5 days ago

The state of the American teenager

From the dislocating effects of the pandemic that impacted teens' academic and social development to the effects of widespread smartphone use, there are plenty of reasons to be concerned.

Fox News - Opinion - 5 days ago

In a first, HMC uses nuclear medicine to treat prostate cancer

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has started using a nuclear medicine treatment technology, known as Lutetium 177 for prostate cancer pati...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 6 days ago

Top pick Jared Verse thrilled Rams also picked his Florida State linemate

The Rams traded up 13 spots in the second round to pick Florida State defensive tackle Braden Fiske, the second Seminole taken by Los Angeles in the NFL draft.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 7 days ago

Fmr NFL coach Brian Billick previews 2024 draft, weighs players' concerns about sky-high state income taxes

Baltimore Ravens' Super Bowl-winning coach Brian Billick previews the 2024 NFL draft, weighing in on players' growing concerns about state income taxes.

Fox News - Business - 9 days ago

Shareholders, State Officials Allege Political, Religious Discrimination by Bank of America

‘This isn’t the right way to do business in America,’ Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott stated.

Epoch Times - US News - 9 days ago

US Senate Passes Possible TikTok Ban

Despite TikTok's lobbying and free speech arguments, analysts say a ban or forced sale of TikTok on national security grounds is likely

Voice of America - Technology - 9 days ago

Tupac's estate threatens to sue Drake over diss track using what appears to be late rapper's AI-generated voice

A lawyer for Tupac Shakur’s estate said “the estate would never have given its approval for this use.”

NBC News - Technology - 10 days ago

Nation-state hackers exploit Cisco firewall 0-days to backdoor government networks

Perimeter devices ought to prevent network hacks. Why are so many devices allowing attacks?

Ars Technica - Business - 10 days ago

Senate launches investigation into high prices of Ozempic and Wegovy in the U.S.

Before insurance, Novo Nordisk charges about $1,000 per month for Ozempic in the United States. In Germany, the company charges $59 per month for the same drug.

CNBC - Health - 10 days ago

Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law

Conservative Supreme Court justices appear skeptical that state abortion bans that took effect after the sweeping ruling overturning Roe v. Wade violate federal health care law, even during some medical emergencies

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 10 days ago

Dairy cattle must be tested for bird flu before moving between states, agriculture officials say

U.S. agriculture officials say dairy cattle moving between states must be tested for the bird flu virus in an effort to track and control the growing outbreak.

AP News - Health - 10 days ago

U.S. Senate approves $95 billion aid package for Israel, Taiwan, Ukraine

Vote passes with overwhelming 80 to 19 majority to send $26 billion to Israel, $61 billion to Ukraine and $8.12 billion to Taiwan; Biden vows to sign bill into law

YNET News - World - 10 days ago

TikTok faces potential ban in bill expected to pass in Senate

TikTok is facing a potential ban in a bill that's expected to pass the Senate. The bill would require TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance to sell its stake in the platform or face a ban of TikTok. Lawmakers are concerned users' data could be exploited while creators worry that a TikTok ban could threaten their livelihoods. NBC News' Savannah Sellers reports.

NBC News - Technology - 12 days ago

Opening Statements Begin in Donald Trump's Hush Money Trial

Day one of Donald Trump’s hush money trial came to an abrupt end when an alternate juror had to go to the dentist.

Inside Edition - Politics - 12 days ago

Junta forces Rohingyas to protest ethnic rebels in Myanmar's Rakhine state

Those who refuse to denounce the Arakan Army are made to pay fines.

Radio Free Asia - Top Stories - 12 days ago

Senate Veterans' Affairs Chair Calls for More Mental Health Care Providers in Rural Areas

Citing ProPublica’s reporting on the barriers faced by veterans in crisis, Sen. Jon Tester asked VA Secretary Denis McDonough to increase the number of providers and ensure they are “in locations where veterans need them most.”

ProPublica - Health - 12 days ago

EU to sanction Russian LNG – member state

The EU wants to impose an import ban on Russian liquefied natural gas in its 14th package of sanctions, Sweden’s foreign minister says

Russia Today - Business - 12 days ago

Police -- WATCH: Former Congressman Madison Cawthorn Slams Into Florida State Trooper

Newly released dash cam footage shows the moment Madison Cawthorn slammed into an FHP cruiser at high speed.

Miami New Times - US News - 14 days ago

Understanding HOA election rules and candidate statements

Q: Our HOA ballot package for the board election included three candidate statements that endorsed themselves as a slate, one of whom also criticized their opponent.

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Business - 14 days ago

Final jurors seated for Trump's hush money case, with opening statements set for Monday

Lawyers are working to round out the panel of 12 jurors and six alternates who will hear Donald Trump’s hush money trial

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 15 days ago

Brazil boosts protection of Amazon mangroves with new reserves in Pará state

The new extractive reserves allow resident populations to engage in traditional and sustainable extractive practices such as fishing and hunting, while keeping out big businesses, such as commercial aquaculture or logging.

Mongabay - Top Stories - 15 days ago

Sasa Woodruff/Boise State Public Radio

We are Idaho's listener-supported NPR station, connecting communities with local news, music, entertainment and podcasts.

NPR - Weird - 16 days ago

Senate rejects impeachment articles against Mayorkas, ending trial against Cabinet secretary

The Senate has opened the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border, with senators sworn in as jurors and signing an oath book

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 17 days ago

Former Rep. involved in crash with state trooper

Former mountain Congressman Madison Cawthorn appears to be facing a charge after witness video showed him on the side of a Florida interstate following a crash

CNN - US News - 17 days ago

What other EU state would build schools on roads with 80km/h speeds and no footpaths?

Road safety caught in vicious circle of car dependency and sprawl

Irish Times - Opinion - 17 days ago

Oregon State RB Damien Martinez among players entering transfer portal as spring window opens

Oregon State running back Damien Martinez, Miami running back Henry Parrish and Pitt defensive end Dayon Hayes entered the transfer portal as the 14-day spring window opened for college football playe

The Columbian - Sports - 18 days ago

Chicago stadiums, arenas and real estate make for a playground for the wealthy

We all love sports teams, but regular people don’t own the buildings or the land they frolic upon. We just pay homage to the teams — and to the power-laden who own them.

Chicago Sun-Times - Sports - 18 days ago

Senate mulls TikTok ban as Trump-Zuckerberg battle brews in background

Former President Trump is not in favor of a House bill that would ban TikTok if the platform is not sold to a company without ties to the Chinese Communist Party.

Fox News - Technology - 18 days ago

2024 Penn State Blue-White Game [photos]

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Lancaster Online - Sports - 21 days ago

Jay Leno granted conservatorship of wife Mavis Leno's estate

Jay Leno’s request for a conservatorship of his wife Mavis Leno’s estate was granted on Tuesday during a hearing in a Los Angeles courtroom.

CNN - Entertainment - 21 days ago

Ireland's planned unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state sends a dangerous signal

The contagion of anti-Israel sentiment in Ireland reached new proportions last week when my invitation to the Fine Gael Ard Fheis was withdrawn

Irish Times - Opinion - 23 days ago

House Speaker Delays Sending Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To Senate

The delay comes as Senate Republicans explore strategies to exert political pressure on Democrats, which includes the possibility of disrupting Senate proceedings. Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, originally planned to send the articles to the Senate on Wednesday.

International Business Times - US News - 24 days ago

"Menopause does not mean you have to suffer": An OB-GYN on breaking the stigma -- About one million women​ in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma - something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.

About one million women​ in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma — something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.

CBS News - Health - 25 days ago

Common prostate cancer test fails to diagnose most aggressive cancers

Prostate cancer is the second biggest cancer killer of men in the UK, causing 12,000 deaths a year

Independent UK - Science - 26 days ago

Arakan Army's gains enough to enable self-rule in Myanmar's Rakhine state

Their strength will impact future negotiations over establishing a federal democracy and questions of citizenship.

Radio Free Asia - Opinion - 27 days ago

CDC issues bird flu health alert to clinicians, state health departments, public after Texas farmer infected

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a health alert to inform clinicians, state health departments and the public of a case of bird flu in a person in Texas.

Fox News - Health - 29 days ago

3 States Just Banned Nonconsensual Pelvic Exams -- By Kylie Cheung -- August 30, 2023 | 9:00pm

New laws in Missouri, Montana, and Colorado ban medical staff from performing pelvic exams on unconscious or sedated patients without prior consent.

Jezebel - Health - 29 days ago

Global prostate cancer cases set to double by 2040: Lancet report

The number of new prostate cancer cases around the world will more than double over the next two decades as poorer countries catch up with the aging of...

Daily Sabah - Health - 29 days ago

Every endorsement in Ruben Gallego, Kari Lake Senate race

When it comes to endorsements, Kari Lake doesn't have many friends in Arizona.

Phoenix New Times - US News - 1 month ago

Celebrity chef Richard Corrigan opens country estate up for weekend foodie retreat

CELEBRITY Irish chef Richard Corrigan will open his country estate in Co. Cavan up this year for ...

Irish Post - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Raising the Stakes | CBS Reports -- As more states legalize gambling, online sportsbooks have spent billions courting the next generation of bettors. And now, as mobile apps offer 24/7 access to placing wagers, addiction groups say more young people are seeking help than ever before. CBS Reports explores what experts say is a hidden epidemic lurking behind a sports betting bonanza that's leaving a trail of broken lives.

As more states legalize gambling, online sportsbooks have spent billions courting the next generation of bettors. And now, as mobile apps offer 24/7 access to placing wagers, addiction groups say more young people are seeking help than ever before. CBS Reports explores what experts say is a hidden epidemic lurking behind a sports betting bonanza that's leaving a trail of broken lives.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 month ago

'One of the greatest': Former prime minister Brian Mulroney commemorated at state funeral

Prominent Canadians, political leaders, and family members remembered former prime minister and Progressive Conservative titan Brian Mulroney as an ambitious and compassionate nation-builder at his state funeral on Saturday.

CTV News - Politics - 1 month ago

Their States Banned Abortion. Doctors Now Say They Can't Give Women Potentially Lifesaving Care.

In Tennessee and other states that banned abortion, doctors are left to debate high-risk pregnancy cases with their colleagues. ProPublica takes an exclusive look inside those discussions.

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

US mortgage rates will create 'dire' situation for real estate market, expert warns

A "dire" real estate situation will "take longer this time" to hit the U.S. market than before, according to TJM Institutional Services managing director James Iuorio.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

Michigan Lawmaker Introduces Bill Requiring State Health Plans to Cover Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatments

After ProPublica reported on a Michigan insurer that wouldn’t cover a cancer patient’s last-chance treatment, a state lawmaker introduced a measure compelling health plans to cover a new generation of advanced cancer therapies.

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

Recognising Palestinian state not a taboo for France, says Macron -- Without actual talks, a unilateral French recognition would not significantly alter the ground situation, but it would have diplomatic and symbolic significance

Without actual talks, a unilateral French recognition would not significantly alter the ground situation, but it would have diplomatic and symbolic significance

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

Recognising Palestinian state not a taboo for France, says Macron

Without actual talks, a unilateral French recognition would not significantly alter the ground situation, but it would have diplomatic and symbolic significance

First Post - World - 2 months ago

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejects international recognition of Palestinian state

'Israel will continue to oppose unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state,' Netanyahu said in a post in Hebrew on social media platform X

First Post - World - 2 months ago

Nevada Republicans' Caucus Adds Chaos and Confusion to the State's Presidential Primary

While legal, the party’s decision to host a competing contest to the Feb. 6 primary election has angered GOP voters and provided fertile ground for misinformation to take hold, experts say, undermining voters’ trust in the process.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 months ago

Medicare Certifies Hospices in California Despite State Ban on New Licenses

The agency has rolled out sweeping changes to target end-of-life care providers that were billing for unneeded services, but some fraud hot spots continue to evade scrutiny.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Washington State Is Leaving Tribal Cultural Resources at the Mercy of Solar Developers

The Badger Mountain solar project reveals gaps in the state’s permitting system that tribal nations say perpetuates a legacy of “cultural genocide.”

ProPublica - Environment - 3 months ago

NASA Eyes Billion-Dollar Space Vehicle to Avert International Space Station's Uncontrolled Reentry -- Companies have until March 4 to propose their plans for what NASA is calling the United States Deorbit Vehicle to try to...

Companies have until March 4 to propose their plans for what NASA is calling the United States Deorbit Vehicle to try to safely bring the International Space Station back to Earth.

Military.com - Technology - 3 months ago

How Many of Your State's Lawmakers Are Women? If You Live in the Southeast, It Could Be Just 1 in 5.

A record number of women were elected to statehouses last year. But in the Southeast, where some legislatures are more than 80% male, representation is lagging as lawmakers pass bills that most impact women, like near-total abortion bans.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Karnataka logs over 70 new COVID cases: Will the state impose curbs for New Year's?

Karnataka is seeing a surge in COVID infections – on Tuesday, it logged 74 cases in the past 24 hours and two deaths. In reaction, the state has imposed certain curbs and measures, including a seven-day home isolation for those who have tested positive. Will this dampen the festive season?

First Post - Health - 4 months ago

Alliance of Small Island States sees 'a litany of loopholes" in COP28 text

The Alliance of Small Island States said on Wednesday it saw "a litany of loopholes" in a proposed text for a climate deal at the COP28 summit.

Reuters - Environment - 4 months ago

Mississippi Jailed More Than 800 People Awaiting Psychiatric Treatment in a Year. Just One Jail Meets State Standards.

Counties are allowed to hold people awaiting court-ordered psychiatric treatment in jails only if the facilities meet safety and health standards, but there’s no funding to help them comply and no penalties if they don’t.

ProPublica - Health - 5 months ago

Assam: 15 opposition parties to prepare state-specific common minimum programme by November for 2024 Lok Sabha polls

Leaders from United Opposition Forum Assam, comprising Congress, AJP, CPI(M), Raijor Dal, CPI, Jatiya Dal-Asom, NCP, RJD, Janata Dal (U), TMC, CPI(ML), AAP and AIFB, took part in Thursday's deliberations.

First Post - Politics - 6 months ago

Voters in at Least 10 States Are Trying to Protect Abortion Rights. GOP Officials Are Throwing Up Roadblocks.

Republican officials are undermining citizen-led ballot initiatives that seek to protect the procedure. Ohio is the latest state to get protections on the November ballot.

ProPublica - Health - 6 months ago

Western States Opposed Tribes' Access to the Colorado River 70 Years Ago. History Is Repeating Itself.

Records unearthed by a University of Virginia professor shed new light on states’ vocal opposition in the 1950s to tribes claiming their share of the river. Today, many are still fighting to secure water.

ProPublica - Environment - 6 months ago

Duran Duran's Andy Taylor says his prostate cancer is 'asymptomatic'

Guitarist called the scientist who recommended the treatment ‘the Elon Musk of cancer’

Independent UK - Health - 8 months ago

Wisconsin Republicans Sowed Distrust Over Elections. Now They May Push Out the State's Top Election Official.

The fate of Wisconsin election administrator Meagan Wolfe is a stark reminder that even though courts and voters across the country have rejected election denialism, it remains a factor in this key battleground state.

ProPublica - Politics - 10 months ago

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice Runs for Senate Amid Stacks of Unpaid Bills

As Big Jim hopes to take on Sen. Joe Manchin, Justice’s family businesses face allegations of unpaid debts, overdue environmental fines and conflicts of interest.

ProPublica - Politics - 11 months ago

Thousands of Katrina Survivors Were Freed From Debt to the State. Those Who Already Paid Are Out of Luck.

Amid outcry, the state said it was no longer suing residents who had improperly used hurricane recovery money. That doesn’t change anything for the 425 who already paid a total of $6.8 million back to the state.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 year ago

Prostate cancer: Symptoms, vulnerability and test options

Prostate cancer symptoms are frequently ignored, resulting in the disease progressing to an advanced stage. Keep an eye out for any early signs of prostate cancer and don't dismiss it as a minor illness

First Post - Health - 1 year ago

Father of 7-year-old Strep A victim 'devastated' after sudden death

Hanna Roap died suddenly in November from Strep A, one of at least seven children who have died from the infection in recent weeks

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago

Department of Justice Opens Investigation Into Real Estate Tech Company Accused of Collusion with Landlords

The DOJ will examine whether RealPage helped landlords coordinate rent increases. Questions also swirl around a 2017 merger deal with its largest competitor.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

More Senate Democrats Seek Investigation of Tech Firm Accused of Colluding With Landlords to Hike Apartment Rents

Sen. Amy Klobuchar and other leading Democrats have asked the Department of Justice to examine Texas-based RealPage, which sells software to help landlords set apartment rental prices across the country.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Former Kentucky Secretary of State Faces Ethics Charges

Alison Lundergan Grimes, a onetime Democratic rising star and subject of a ProPublica series, is accused of using state resources for her political advantage.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 years ago

Oath Keepers in the State House: How a Militia Movement Took Root in the Republican Mainstream

A membership roster for the Oath Keepers, a violent extremist group whose followers have been charged in the Jan. 6 insurrection, includes state lawmakers, congressional candidates, and local government and GOP officials.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 years ago

Senate Banking Chair Asks CFPB How It Plans to Address Risks of Chime and Other Banking Apps

Citing a ProPublica report on the high numbers of complaints about involuntary Chime account closures and other problems, Sherrod Brown asked the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to lay out a plan for overseeing neobanks.

ProPublica - Technology - 2 years ago