ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has announced the nomination of a new Chinese bishop, the third in less than a week. Bishop Peter Wu Yishun was consecrated bishop of Minbei in southeast China. The Vatican says all three nominations took place “within the framework” of the 2018 Vatican-China accord. The 2018 deal aimed to unite
Continue ReadingBy Olesya Dmitracova, CNN London (CNN) — Helena Helmersson stepped down Wednesday as chief executive of H&M, bringing an abrupt end to her four-year tenure and triggering a surprise change in leadership at one of the world’s largest fashion retailers. “I am very proud of what we together have achieved during the last years when
Continue ReadingBy LORNE COOK Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — The leaders of five European Union countries are urging their allies to ramp up military support for Ukraine. The leaders from the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Germany and the Netherlands argued Wednesday that helping Ukraine throughout 2024 “is a matter of our common European security.” Almost two
Continue ReadingBy HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — One of the world’s largest and most influential publishers, Simon & Schuster is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Highlights will include promotional giveaways, a dedicated web site and a spring gala featuring Judy Blume, Bob Woodward and dozens of other authors. For starters, the
Continue ReadingBy Christy Choi, CNN (CNN) — At next year’s World Expo, a grand carnival showcasing different nations’ achievements, the US is planning something unusually quiet. While the architecture at World’s Fairs, now held every five years, has often been about spectacle — think of London’s cast iron and plate glass “Crystal Palace,” built to host
Continue ReadingBy MICHAEL CANTU Edmunds Driving an electric vehicle during winter is different from driving a gas- or diesel-powered vehicle. Because of the lithium-ion battery pack that powers an EV, there are certain things EV owners should know about driving in freezing conditions. Edmunds rounds up several important tips EV owners should know for when freezing
Continue ReadingKYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia’s Defense Ministry says Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 195 prisoners of war each. The Russian Defense Ministry said the swap was conducted on Wednesday. The announcement came a week after Russia alleged that Ukrainian forces shot down a military transport plane carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war who were to be
Continue ReadingBy MIKE CORDER Associated Press THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Prosecutors have demanded life sentences for three suspects in the killing of Dutch investigative journalist Peter R. de Vries at their trial in Amsterdam. Prosecutors also sought sentences ranging from three to 21 years for six other suspects. The life sentences were requested Wednesday for
Continue ReadingBy DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Some Eastern Ohio residents whose community was devastated by a fiery train derailment early last year say President Joe Biden’s visit is coming a year too late. The White House says Biden will visit East Palestine in February, but no date has been given for the Democratic
Continue ReadingBy SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union leaders at a summit on Thursday will focus on the one member state blocking a 50-billion-euro ($54 billion) war support package for Ukraine: Hungary, the country in the bloc with the closest ties to Russia. Almost two years after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the
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Sofía Barruti (CNN) — Boris Nadezhdin, un candidato pacifista que aspira a competir por la presidencia de Rusia, dijo este miércoles que presentó las firmas necesarias para figurar en la boleta de las elecciones presidenciales, lo que potencialmente le permitiría enfrentarse con Vladimir Putin el próximo mes de marzo. Nadezhdin anunció que había entregado 105.000
Continue ReadingBy MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired. UMG said that it had not agreed to terms of a
Continue ReadingBy MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired. UMG said that it had not agreed to terms of a
Continue ReadingBy JON GAMBRELL Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — Iran threatened Wednesday to “decisively respond” to any U.S. attack on the Islamic Republic following President Joe Biden’s linking of Tehran to the killing of three U.S. soldiers at a military base in Jordan. The U.S. has signaled it is preparing for retaliatory strikes in the Mideast
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CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Rent is unaffordable for over half of US tenants following years of surging prices. However, many analysts are optimistic that the increase in the construction of multiple-unit buildings and apartments will soon help boost the supply of attainable housing. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up
Continue ReadingLONDON (AP) — H&M’s top executive has unexpectedly stepped down and the company’s stock plunged as the fashion giant reported a drop in sales over the holiday shopping season. Helena Helmersson resigned Wednesday after four years as CEO and 26 years at the company. She says she’s proud of the work done over the past
Continue ReadingBy George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — He may have recently turned 39, but NBA superstar LeBron James says he’s not too concerned about how his age might be affecting him in the twilight of his career. Speaking to CNN Sport’s Andy Scholes after the Los Angeles Lakers’ 138-122 loss against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday,
Continue ReadingBy Jason Morris and Nick Valencia, CNN (CNN) — Nathan Wade, the embattled special prosecutor in Donald Trump’s sprawling Georgia election interference case, has settled a dispute in his divorce – a day ahead of a scheduled hearing where he was expected to be asked about an alleged affair that has become a sticking point in the former president’s
Continue ReadingBy DIDI TANG, ERIC TUCKER and FRANK BAJAK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Chris Wray has told House lawmakers that Chinese government hackers are busily targeting critical infrastructure inside the United States, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid and transportation systems. Wray is appearing Wednesday before a House select committee focused on
Continue ReadingBy SARA RATHNER of NerdWallet To catch up with your credit-savvy friends, you may be considering a credit card that earns cash-back or travel rewards. If you have one already, perhaps you want to add a second card to the mix to earn even more. But it can be tough to figure out where to
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