By LINDSEY BAHR and JAKE COYLE AP Film Writers Ahead of the 96th Academy Awards on March 10, Associated Press Film Writers Jake Coyle and Lindsey Bahr share their predictions. BEST PICTURE Nominees: “American Fiction”; “Anatomy of a Fall”; “Barbie”; “The Holdovers”; “Killers of the Flower Moon”; “Maestro”; “Oppenheimer”; “Past Lives”; “Poor Things”; “The Zone
Continue ReadingBy LINDSEY BAHR and JAKE COYLE AP Film Writers Ahead of the 96th Academy Awards on March 10, Associated Press Film Writers Jake Coyle and Lindsey Bahr share their predictions. BEST PICTURE Nominees: “American Fiction”; “Anatomy of a Fall”; “Barbie”; “The Holdovers”; “Killers of the Flower Moon”; “Maestro”; “Oppenheimer”; “Past Lives”; “Poor Things”; “The Zone
Continue ReadingBy DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jessica Gelman has become an influential leader and innovator in the sports industry. She co-founded the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. She teamed with Philadelphia 76ers President Daryl Morey to not only found the conference, but guide it into the preeminent forum for number-crunchers. The conference
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — New York City officials have cleared out a Bronx storefront illegally converted to house dozens of tenants that was run by the same person who operated one hosting as many as 70 migrants in a Queens furniture store. The city Department of Buildings said Thursday that it responded Wednesday to reports
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By Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — A hearing Wednesday in the murder trial of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, focused on the investigative genetic genealogy evidence in the case – an issue his attorneys have said is a key part of his defense. In an
Continue ReadingSofía Benavides (CNN Español) — El Gobierno de Perú formalizó este miércoles una declaratoria de emergencia sanitaria para la mayor parte de su territorio —19 de los 24 departamentos y una de las dos provincias— debido a la epidemia de dengue que afecta al país, de acuerdo con un decreto publicado por la noche en el
Continue ReadingBy BRITTANY PETERSON Associated Press DENVER (AP) — A new study says U.S. ski areas lost $5 billion from 2000 to 2019 as a result of human-caused climate change. The study estimates annual losses could rise to around $1 billion by the 2050s depending on what’s done to lower the emissions that are causing warming.
Continue Reading By Holly Yan, Rosa Flores and Sara Weisfeldt, CNN (CNN) — Eagle Pass, Texas, has turned into the epicenter of a growing feud between Texas and federal authorities over how to tackle the migrant crisis and who has jurisdiction over that part of the US-Mexico border. The dispute intensified on January 10, when Texas authorities
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jennifer Garner’s golden retriever has some goals before she turns nine, though she has already achieved one. During an appearance on the WeRateDogs Youtube channel, Garner walked her dog, Birdie, and spoke about her beloved companion. It was noted that Garner did 50 things to celebrate turning 50
Continue Reading By Melissa Alonso, CNN (CNN) — A Kansas City Chiefs superfan known as ChiefsAholic has pleaded guilty to federal bank robbery and other charges, admitting to a violent string of robberies of banks and credit unions in seven states, then to laundering the stolen money through casinos, a federal prosecutor in Missouri announced. Xaviar Michael
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Palm Springs is known for its arts scene. There are theaters, museums, galleries, and live music venues that attract creative minds and art enthusiasts. A recent study conducted by the California Desert Arts Council, in collaboration with research from Americans for the Arts, reveals that nonprofit arts programs are not only appreciated in the Coachella
Continue ReadingMADRID (AP) — A Spanish bishop has rebuked comments made by some priests on a weekly internet program wishing Pope Francis may die as soon as possible. The Archbishopric of Toledo posted a statement Wednesday saying it rejected the comments made by the priests and warned that it may take corrective measures. The statement referred
Continue ReadingBy COLLEEN BARRY Associated Press MILAN (AP) — Italy’s interior minister acknowledged as a “defeat” the use of police batons against high school students demonstrating in the Tuscan city of Pisa last week but warned lawmakers Thursday of growing violent tendencies among pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Italians have expressed outrage at police violence against two pro-Palestinian demonstrations
Continue ReadingBy Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — As a urologist, I’ve learned to read the subtle signs in urine that can speak volumes about our well-being. It’s not just about frequency or urgency; it’s also about understanding the color, clarity and odor of urine to unlock health insights. The many colors of urine Urine varies
Continue ReadingBy LORNE COOK Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — Aid groups are appealing to the European Union to release tens of millions of euros in funding due to the main U.N. agency that helps most people in Gaza. The organization is on the brink of financial collapse. The European Commission was due to disburse $89 million
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — Charlamagne Tha God’s next book is an ode to hard truths and getting to the point. Black Privilege Publishing, a Simon & Schuster imprint founded by Charlamagne Tha God, announced Thursday that “Get Honest Or Die Lying: Why Small Talk Sucks” will come out May 21. His previous books include the
Continue ReadingBy Don Riddell, CNN (CNN) — In the search of enlightenment, some try Buddhism, others meditation. Patrick Koenig played golf – a lot of golf. Koenig says that if he only played one round of golf per day in 2023, then that was a day off. Not a day off from work, but a day
Continue ReadingNEW DELHI (AP) — India says it has begun replacing dozens of its military personnel in Maldives with civilian technical staff who will operate three aircraft given by India to provide humanitarian services. It says the first batch of technicians to operate a helicopter has reached Maldives. The decision comes after new Maldives President Mohamed
Continue ReadingBy Jack Bantock, CNN (CNN) — There’s one small corner of the world that Michael Jordan cherishes more than any other — his own personal haven of sporting bliss. But it’s not in Chicago. In fact, there isn’t a basketball court or hoop in sight. Even as he was staking his claim in the 1990s
Continue ReadingBy MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Electronic Arts is cutting about 5% of its workforce, or approximately 670 employees, as layoffs in the technology and gaming sector continue after a surge of hiring in recent years. The video game maker said in a regulatory filing that its board approved a restructuring plan that includes the
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