By Maegan Vazquez, CNN President Joe Biden honored Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday, paying homage to Americans who have served and laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. During a speech in Arlington, Biden said having served is “a badge of courage that unites across all ages, regardless of
Continue ReadingCNN, CNNBUSINESS By Yong Xiong and Pauline Lockwood, CNN The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has adopted a landmark resolution on the party’s “major achievements and historic experiences,” according to a communique published by the official Xinhua news agency on Thursday, in a move expected to further strengthen President Xi Jinping’s hold on power. It is
Continue ReadingBy Yong Xiong and Pauline Lockwood, CNN The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has adopted a landmark resolution on the party’s “major achievements and historic experiences,” according to a communique published by the official Xinhua news agency on Thursday, in a move expected to further strengthen President Xi Jinping’s hold on power. It is only the
Continue ReadingBy Alex Cheney Click here for updates on this story RIVERSIDE, California (KABC) — A flagpole displaying the American flag and the colors of the U.S. Air Force now stands proudly in front of the Southern California home of a 99-year-old retired Air Force veteran. “That flag means a lot to me and the opportunities
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By CLAUDIA TORRENS, PHILIP MARCELO and ELLIOT SPAGAT Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly six months ago, U.S. immigration courts established a fast-track docket for families who recently crossed the border. They go to the front of the line with the idea that others will be less likely to migrate knowing a backlog of
Continue Reading By CLAUDIA TORRENS, PHILIP MARCELO and ELLIOT SPAGAT Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly six months ago, U.S. immigration courts established a fast-track docket for families who recently crossed the border. They go to the front of the line with the idea that others will be less likely to migrate knowing a backlog of
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By The Associated Press Second-ranked Cincinnati looks to remain unbeaten and in the conversation for a possible berth in the College Football Playoff when the Bearcats visit heavy underdog South Florida. Cincinnati also started 9-0 last season and hopes to begin a season with at least 10 consecutive wins for only the second time in
Continue Reading ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills backup defensive tackle Justin Zimmer was placed on injured reserve after he sustained a season-ending knee injury which will require surgery. The Bills filled Zimmer’s roster spot by signing cornerback Cam Lewis from their practice squad in preparation for their game at the New York Jets on Sunday.
Continue Reading By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers agreed to a one-year contract to bring quarterback Cam Newton back to the franchise that drafted him No. 1 overall in 2011. The Panthers were light on quarterbacks after starter Sam Darnold suffered an incomplete fracture of his shoulder blade in last
Continue Reading By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers agreed to a one-year contract to bring quarterback Cam Newton back to the franchise that drafted him No. 1 overall in 2011. The Panthers were light on quarterbacks after starter Sam Darnold suffered an incomplete fracture of his shoulder blade in last
Continue Reading By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns remain hopeful star running back Nick Chubb will be able to play this week despite testing positive for COVID-19. Chubb, who rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns last week at Cincinnati, was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday along with rookie running
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MOSCOW (AP) — Russian authorities have turned the legal screws on one of the country’s most prominent human rights groups. This is the latest action in a months-long crackdown on activists, independent media and opposition supporters. The Prosecutor General’s Office has petitioned Russia’s Supreme Court to liquidat the Memorial — an international human rights group
Continue Reading By The Associated Press The game between New Orleans and Tennessee is part of the NFL’s expanding to a 17-game season pitting teams based on last year’s standings. The formula worked to pit the Saints as the defending NFC South champs and the Titans as winners of the AFC South in 2020. Both teams have
Continue Reading By The Associated Press No. 9 Michigan will try to keep its College Football Playoff hopes alive. The Nittany Lions can add a signature win to the back half of its season after stumbling from playoff contention a few weeks ago. The Wolverines’ vaunted rushing attack has helped them break down opponents down all season,
Continue Reading By COLLEEN LONG and ALEXANDRA JAFFE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has saluted the nation’s military veterans as “the spine of America” in marking his first Veterans Day as president in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Biden said, “There’s nothing low risk or low cost about war for the women
Continue Reading By SAM METZ AP / Report for America CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Nevada lawmakers will meet on Friday to begin redrawing congressional and state legislative districts based on population shifts and growth. On Thursday, Gov. Steve Sisolak announced the special session. Decisions from Nevada’s Democratic-controlled Legislature, particularly over the lines defining two battleground congressional
Continue ReadingBy Anna Muckenfuss Click here for updates on this story SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP, Michigan (WNEM) — An injured owl is recovering after being hit by a car in Sheridan Township. On Wednesday at 9:35 a.m., State Trooper Brayden Rich was dispatched to Wadsworth Road near Thomas Road for an injured owl. When he arrived, he located
Continue Reading By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Rising stage star Emilie Kouatchou came close to quitting musical theater during Broadway’s pandemic shutdown. She stuck with it and has made history. The actor and soprano late last month made her Broadway debut as Christine in “The Phantom of the Opera,” becoming the first
Continue ReadingCNN By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Business If you’re in the US military, there are many potential financial benefits available to you and your family — even if you serve for just four years. For instance, there’s some tax-free compensation, generous educational benefits, zero-to-low-cost health care, housing allowances and a host of free services on base.
Continue ReadingBy Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Business If you’re in the US military, there are many potential financial benefits available to you and your family — even if you serve for just four years. For instance, there’s some tax-free compensation, generous educational benefits, zero-to-low-cost health care, housing allowances and a host of free services on base. But
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