Month: January 2024

Nigerian leader suspends poverty alleviation minister after financial transactions are questioned

January 8, 2024 9:00 AM Associated Press

By CHINEDU ASADU Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria’s president has suspended the country’s minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation over the use of a private bank account for ministry financial transactions in the government’s social welfare program. The president’s office says Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency will investigate the entire framework of Nigeria’s social

A ‘highly impactful’ winter storm is bearing down on a large swath of the US midsection

January 8, 2024 8:51 AM Associated Press

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A “highly impactful” winter storm is expected to dump as much as a foot of snow across the country’s midsection, where blizzard and winter storm warnings are in effect. The National Weather Service says the storm has the potential to bring 8 to 12 inches of snow Monday and Tuesday to

French minister intervenes to halt demolition of Marie Curie’s laboratory

January 8, 2024 8:51 AM CNN Newsource

By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — The planned demolition of a Paris laboratory used by pioneering scientist Marie Curie has been suspended after an intervention from France’s minister of culture. The Pavillon des Sources, in central Paris, was set to be bulldozed as part of a development project by the Institut Curie, which is responsible

Franz Beckenbauer, who won the World Cup both as player and coach for Germany, has died at 78

January 8, 2024 8:51 AM Associated Press

By CIARÁN FAHEY AP Sports Writer BERLIN (AP) — Franz Beckenbauer, who won the World Cup both as player and coach and became one of Germany’s most beloved personalities with his easygoing charm, has died. He was 78. Beckenbauer’s death was first announced through a statement from his family to German news agency dpa and

New banquet and catering hall to benefit local nonprofits targeting homelessness

January 8, 2024 8:51 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashlyn Mitchell Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — A new banquet and catering hall is coming to Mobile and helping local nonprofits is on the menu. The project is headed by Port City Samaritan’s founder, John Kozlinski. Our crews go a sneak peek at the building’s progress on Government

US company says its moon landing attempt is in jeopardy because of an engine problem

January 8, 2024 8:44 AM Associated Press

By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The first U.S. moon landing in more than 50 years was in jeopardy Monday after a private company’s newly launched spacecraft developed engine trouble. Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic Technology raced to orient its lander toward the sun so the solar panel could collect sunlight, as battery

5-year-old dies in Cumberland County fire

January 8, 2024 8:42 AM CNN Newsource

By Danica Sauter Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — A 5-year-old is dead after a fire at a home in Cumberland County. On Sunday afternoon around 5:30, emergency crews were called to a fire on Fall Creek Road. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they learned the young child was

READ: Text of Hunter Biden contempt resolution and report

January 8, 2024 8:41 AM CNN Newsource

By CNN staff House Oversight Chairman James Comer released on Monday text of the committee’s contempt resolution and an accompanying report on Hunter Biden, President Joe Biden’s son. The resolution is scheduled to be voted on Wednesday at a committee meeting. Read the resolution text and report here: The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2024 Cable News Network, Inc.,

Virginia lawmakers set to take up proposal to help fund new arena for Capitals, Wizards

January 8, 2024 8:40 AM Associated Press

By SARAH RANKIN and MATTHEW BARAKAT Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Virginia lawmakers are set to take up legislation to enable Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s plan to build a new professional sports arena and entertainment district in Alexandria. The legislation is expected to be among the most high-profile issues legislators grapple with during the

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft says his home was swatted

January 8, 2024 8:38 AM CNN Newsource

By KMOV Staff Click here for updates on this story JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri (KMOV) — Missouri Secretary of State, Jay Ashcroft, posted on ‘X’ account that his home was swatted. According to the Secretary’s post that was made Sunday night, he states that he and his family are safe. “I am grateful to Jefferson City

Yellen says 100,000 firms have joined a business database aimed at unmasking shell company owners

January 8, 2024 8:37 AM Associated Press

By FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated Press VIENNA, Va. (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced that 100,000 businesses have joined a new database that collects “beneficial ownership” information on firms as part of a new government effort to unmask shell company owners. Yellen said in remarks Monday that the new Treasury database that is collecting beneficial

‘I was devastated’: Former Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputy no longer facing felony charges in crash that killed wife

January 8, 2024 8:36 AM CNN Newsource

By KMOV Staff Click here for updates on this story JEFFERSON COUNTY, Missouri (KMOV) — A former Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputy is no longer facing felony charges in relation to an April crash in which his wife was killed. Colby McCreary was originally charged with one count of driving while intoxicated resulting in the death

‘Uncertain what the weather will do:’ Ski resorts turning to artificial snow more and more amid unpredictable climate shifts

January 8, 2024 8:32 AM CNN Newsource

By Neydja Petithomme Click here for updates on this story CATALOOCHEE, North Carolina (WLOS) — Climate change continues to be an issue as many ski resorts are faced with the new reality of artificial snow in order to further ensure better ski conditions for both skiers and snowboarders alike. “Uncertain what the weather will do.

Jonathan Majors gives first interview since his conviction

January 8, 2024 8:32 AM CNN Newsource

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jonathan Majors has broken his silence in his first extensive remarks since being found guilty of reckless assault in the 3rd degree and a non-criminal charge of harassment as a violation. The actor sat down for an emotional and exclusive conversation with ABC News anchor Linsey Davis that

The White House will review Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s lack of disclosure on his hospital stay

January 8, 2024 8:25 AM Associated Press

By SEUNG MIN KIM, ZEKE MILLER and LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House said Monday the administration will review what rules or procedures weren’t followed when Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin did not disclose his hospitalization for days to President Joe Biden and top officials at the Pentagon and the National

Washington Commanders make massive overhaul, fire head coach Ron Rivera and hire ex-NBA general manager

January 8, 2024 8:24 AM CNN Newsource

By Jill Martin and Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — The Washington Commanders are making a massive overhaul in the team’s front office, firing head coach Ron Rivera and hiring a surprise face from basketball. In addition to Rivera’s dismissal, Commanders owner Josh Harris has opted to hire Bob Myers – the former general manager of

Una pasajera de Alaska Airlines redactó mensajes de texto de despedida para sus seres queridos después de que una sección del avión explotara en pleno vuelo

January 8, 2024 8:21 AM CNN Newsource

Valeria Ordóñez Ghio (CNN) — Stephanie King le dijo a CNN que regresaba a su casa en California después de una visita a Portland, Oregon, cuando escuchó un fuerte rugido de viento en su vuelo de Alaska Airlines el viernes. King dijo que estaba sentada en un asiento del pasillo en la fila 12 del

Slovenian rescuers bring out 5 people trapped in a cave since Saturday by high waters

January 8, 2024 8:14 AM Associated Press

By ALI ZERDIN Associated Press LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (AP) — Slovenia’s rescuers have successfully extracted five people who had been trapped in a cave for more than two days because of high water levels. A doctor says no one needed medical help and all have taken the ordeal well. A family of three adults and their

Las acciones de Boeing se desploman tras el incidente de Alaska Airlines

January 8, 2024 8:13 AM CNN Newsource

Ángela Reyes Haczek (CNN) — Las acciones de Boeing cayeron este lunes hasta un 8,6% en las operaciones previas a la apertura del mercado, lo que supuso una pérdida de casi US$ 13.000 millones en el valor bursátil de la empresa, ante la preocupación de los inversores por los daños que pueda sufrir su negocio

Supreme Court declines to weigh in Minnesota’s climate lawsuit against big oil companies

January 8, 2024 8:12 AM CNN Newsource

By Ella Nilsen, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court declined to weigh in on a climate change case the state of Minnesota is pursuing against ExxonMobil, the American Petroleum Institute trade group and other fossil fuel groups. The Supreme Court’s decision notes that Justice Brett Kavanaugh would have agreed to hear the case. Besides Minnesota, California, other states

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