Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has sided with the Biden administration in a dispute with Republican-led states over how far the federal government can go to combat controversial social media posts on topics including COVID-19 and election security. The justices in a 6-3 vote on Wednesday threw out lower-court rulings that favored
Continue ReadingAssociated Press PARIS (AP) — France’s government has ordered the dissolution of multiple extreme right and radical Muslim groups, four days before the first round of high-stakes legislative elections that may see a surge in support for political extremes. Snap national elections called by pro-business moderate President Emmanuel Macron have plunged the country into a
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By Casey Albritton Click here for updates on this story PINELLAS COUNTY, Florida (WFTS) — Local environmentalists are asking residents to limit their use of fertilizer. Experts said with more rain in the Tampa Bay Area, more storm water run-off and water pollution will affect the waterways. Tampa Bay Waterkeeper said fertilizer making its way
Continue ReadingCLEVELAND (AP) — Authorities say a suspect in an Ohio killing has been rearrested after a jail mistakenly released him because of a typo. U.S. marshals arrested 22-year-old Amarion Sanders during a Wednesday morning traffic stop in Cleveland. The Cleveland man was mistakenly released Monday from the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center, where he was being
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By Rebekah Nelson Click here for updates on this story TAMPA BAY, Florida (WFTS) — The Humane Society of Tampa Bay and other shelters will temporarily close their doors to dogs while canine influenza cases continue to rise. According to a release, the Humane Society will suspend the intake of stray and owner-surrendered dogs for
Continue ReadingBy Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Cyndi Lauper is still going strong. The singer and songwriter has a new documentary, she’s playing the Royal Albert Hall in the UK this week, performing at Glastonbury and will kick off a farewell tour later this year. Lauper reflected on her path to success – and some of
Continue ReadingAssociated Press YEKATERINBURG, Russia (AP) — Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial behind closed doors in Yekaterinburg on Wednesday, 15 months after his arrest in the Russian city on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government vehemently deny. The 32-year-old journalist appeared in the court in a glass defendants’
Continue ReadingBy Aaron Pellish and Eva McKend, CNN (CNN) — As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pushes to gain ballot access in all 50 states, Democrats are ramping up their efforts to block the independent presidential candidate by filing legal challenges seeking to get his ballot petitions thrown out in several states. The Democratic National Committee and Clear Choice PAC,
Continue ReadingBy Julie Salomone Click here for updates on this story SARASOTA, Florida (WFTS) — A Texas teen who was struck by lightning on Siesta Key Beach nearly four years ago has graduated from high school. Jacob Brewer was visiting Florida from Fort Worth, Texas, in July of 2020. His family noticed the sky turning dark,
Continue ReadingRocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN) — Dos grupos de derechos humanos presentaron una comunicación a la Corte Penal Internacional en la que solicitan la apertura de una investigación preliminar contra la presidenta de Perú, Dina Boluarte, y miembros de su Gobierno por la muerte de 49 personas y 937 heridos durante las violentas protestas de 2022 y
Continue ReadingBy Francesca Street, CNN (CNN) — Crew on board the world’s largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, were called on to tackle a fire this week as the gigantic vessel was berthed in a port in Mexico. The “small fire” was “quickly extinguished” after it broke out on Tuesday, the ship’s operator Royal
Continue ReadingAP Film Writer Filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s oeuvre defies simple categorization. She’s made documentaries about acid attack victims and child refugees. She’s focused her lens on the extraordinary life of designer Diane von Furstenberg. She’s spearheaded animated films for and about Pakistani children. She’s directed episodes of “Ms. Marvel” and is developing a Star Wars film.
Continue ReadingAP Business Writer BANGKOK (AP) — Shares fell Thursday in most Asian markets ahead of a key U.S. inflation report due Friday that might point the way ahead for interest rates. Benchmarks fell more than 1% in Tokyo, Hong Kong and Sydney. Oil prices and U.S. futures also declined. The markets’ big focus this week
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has overturned the bribery conviction of a former Indiana mayor, the latest in a series of decisions narrowing the scope of federal public corruption law. The high court decided the law criminalizes bribes given before an official act, not rewards handed out after. Wednesday’s 6-3 decision along
Continue ReadingAP Fashion Writer PARIS (AP) — Elie Saab again transported his VIP guests, including Avril Lavigne and Ellie Goulding, to Paris’ Musee des Arts Decoratifs, to a realm of magic and splendor. With silks and velvet, the Lebanese couturier once again conjured a fantastical, almost fairytale world of bridal queens, gleaming foliage and midnight shadows.
Continue ReadingBelén Liotti (CNN) — Younis yace desorientado sobre un colchón verde en el Hospital Nasser, en el sur de Gaza. Sus largas pestañas marrones descansan delicadamente sobre su rostro pálido y hundido, mientras entra y sale del sueño. El niño palestino de nueve años yace en brazos de su madre, deshidratado y claramente consumido por
Continue ReadingAssociated Press A wildfire in Oregon’s high desert, near the popular vacation destination of Bend, grew rapidly Wednesday, and officials urged the continued evacuations of hundreds of homes in the area best known for its microbreweries, hiking, river rafting and skiing on nearby Mount Bachelor. The wind-driven Darlene 3 wildfire was just outside city limits
Continue ReadingAssociated Press A wildfire in Oregon’s high desert, near the popular vacation destination of Bend, grew rapidly Wednesday, and officials urged the continued evacuations of hundreds of homes in the area best known for its microbreweries, hiking, river rafting and skiing on nearby Mount Bachelor. The wind-driven Darlene 3 wildfire was just outside city limits
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CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Car dealerships across the US are trying to resume normal operations after a crippling cybersecurity incident left around 15,000 auto sellers at a standstill. Some dealers say the financial impact will be felt for years as the outage hit in the middle of a busy car-buying season. Here’s what
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has just four undecided cases left on its docket. In particular, the justices are still weighing whether former President Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution in the election interference case against him, roughly two months after hearing arguments. Though the justices typically issue all of their
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