MOSCOW (AP) — As the ruble strengthens to levels not seen in seven years, Russia’s minister of economic development warns that the country’s businesses could suffer if the trend persists. The ruble hit all-time lows in the first weeks after Russia sent troops into Ukraine in late February, dropping as much as 50%, to 150
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MOSCOW (AP) — As the ruble strengthens to levels not seen in seven years, Russia’s minister of economic development warns that the country’s businesses could suffer if the trend persists. The ruble hit all-time lows in the first weeks after Russia sent troops into Ukraine in late February, dropping as much as 50%, to 150
Continue Reading By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and ZEKE MILLER Associated Press MADRID (AP) — President Joe Biden says the U.S. is enhancing its military presence in Europe for the long haul to bolster regional security after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Biden outlined the plan during a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg as the alliance opened its annual
Continue ReadingFrancesca Street, CNN Renata Bastos always wondered if she might find romance at Disneyland. “On one hand, it feels almost impossible and surreal. On the other hand, it makes perfect sense. Where else was I going to meet the love of my life, if not at Disney?” Renata tells CNN Travel today. For Renata, Disneyland
Continue ReadingBy George Ramsay, CNN Even after a year-long absence from tennis, Serena Williams hasn’t forgotten how to entertain. Her return to grand slam action at Wimbledon on Tuesday — a three-hour, 11-minute tussle with France’s Harmony Tan — was theatrical, enthralling, but ultimately ended with defeat. In the longest game of the women’s singles draw
Continue Reading By FRANK GRIFFITHS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Deborah James, a British broadcaster who raised millions for cancer research and was recognized by Prince William for her work, has died. She was 40. James hosted a BBC podcast called “You, Me and The Big C” in which she spoke in a no-nonsense approach about living
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WJRT By Lauren del Valle, CNN The indictments against former top Michigan state officials for their alleged culpability in the Flint water crisis were deemed invalid Tuesday. A panel of Michigan Supreme Court judges said that prosecutors in Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office made a procedural error when a Genesee County Circuit Court judge serving
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High pressure is moving east today, which means humidity should be far less noticeable in the Coachella Valley. Dew points in the 30s and 40s are anticipated for today, so evaporative and swamp coolers should be far more effective. KESQ Incoming low pressure will cause an overall increase in winds, especially for areas that typically
Continue Reading BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s executive branch has proposed a ban on the sale of flavored heated tobacco products as part of its plan to fight cancer. The European Commission said in a statement Wednesday that its proposal comes in response to a significant increase in the volume of such products sold across the
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By NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press ROME (AP) — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with Pope Francis on Wednesday and received Communion during a papal Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica, witnesses said, despite her position in support of abortion rights. Pelosi attended the morning Mass marking the feasts of St. Peter and St. Paul, during
Continue Reading PRAGUE (AP) — Budvar, the Czech brewer that has been in a long legal dispute with U.S. company Anheuser-Busch over use of the Budweiser brand, increased its net profit by some 10% for the second straight year. Record output and exports last year led to the boost despite the coronavirus pandemic. Budejovicky Budvar NP, a
Continue Reading By SAM KEMMIS of NerdWallet To avoid overpaying for travel, customers should beware of hidden fees that airlines, hotels and vacation rentals can add onto the initial booking price. Travel companies use a method called “drip pricing” to get customers to pay more. Hotel resort fees are one of the most egregious examples that usually
Continue ReadingJuan Pablo Elverdin Hong Kong (CNN) — Mientras los líderes de las principales democracias occidentales y sus aliados se reúnen en dos cumbres consecutivas esta semana en Europa, su enfoque es claro: mantener la presión sobre Rusia mientras su brutal asalto a Ucrania entra en su quinto mes. Pero otro país también ha sido puesto
Continue Reading BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s executive branch has proposed a ban on the sale of flavored heated tobacco products as part of its plan to fight cancer. The European Commission said in a statement Wednesday that its proposal comes in response to a significant increase in the volume of such products sold across the
Continue Reading By NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press ROME (AP) — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with Pope Francis on Wednesday and received Communion during a papal Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica, witnesses said, despite her position in support of abortion rights. Pelosi attended the morning Mass marking the feasts of St. Peter and St. Paul, during
Continue Readingolivertapia (CNN) — El Gobierno de Estados Unidos anunció el martes una estrategia para reforzar su respuesta al brote de la viruela del mono, detallando planes para ofrecer más vacunas y más pruebas a las personas que corren mayor riesgo de contraerla, incluidos los hombres que tienen relaciones sexuales con hombres y sus parejas. OMS:
Continue Reading KCAL, KCBS, LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, BRUCE FAMILY, MANHATTAN BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY, MIRIAM MATTHEWS COLLECTION, UCLA, HANDOUT PHOTO, CNN, Miriam Matthews Collection/UCLA By Meron Moges-Gerbi and Cheri Mossburg, CNN A stretch of prime Southern California beachfront real estate was returned to the descendants of its Black owners Tuesday, nearly a century after the
Continue Reading By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and ZEKE MILLER Associated Press MADRID (AP) — President Joe Biden says the U.S. is enhancing its military presence in Europe for the long haul to bolster regional security after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Biden outlined the plan during a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg as the alliance opened its annual
Continue Reading By ALEX NISHIMOTO Edmunds The car experts at Edmunds compare two premium electric four-door sedans, the 2022 Audi e-tron GT and the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS. Both offer flagship levels of luxury, but they differ greatly in their execution. The car experts at Edmunds compare and contrast these two electric newcomers to help you decide which
Continue ReadingBy Ben Morse and Ben Church, CNN Red Bull Racing has terminated the contract of junior driver Juri Vips after an investigation into his alleged use of a racist slur during a live gaming stream. “Following its investigation into an online incident involving Juri Vips, Oracle Red Bull Racing has terminated Juri’s contract as its
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