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By Jamie Gangel, Elizabeth Wagmeister and Elizabeth Stuart, CNN (CNN) — Oprah Winfrey, one of the most powerful, successful and influential women in the world, is set to be part of the Democratic National Convention program Wednesday night, lending her voice and support to Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid. Winfrey is set to participate
Continue ReadingCNN By Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — Democrats are betting that within the American electorate is a deep desire to leave behind the bitterness of a decade dominated by former President Donald Trump. And so, at the party’s convention Wednesday night in Chicago, a “joy” strategy — portraying Vice President Kamala Harris as the candidate
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CHICAGO (AP) — The Democratic National Convention’s third night showcased a familiar former president in Bill Clinton and introduced more Americans to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. He was little known outside his state until Vice President Kamala Harris selected him as her running mate. Walz used his background as a former teacher and
Continue ReadingAssociated Press The parents of a 23-year-old American taken hostage by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel gave a moving speech Wednesday at the Democratic National Convention, pleading for the release of the dozens of people who continue to be held captive in Gaza. “This is a political convention. But needing our only
Continue ReadingMOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with Chinese premier Li Qiang at the Kremlin. He hailed growing trade relations as Moscow becomes increasingly dependent on Beijing for political and economic support. Their meeting Wednesday took place as Russia struggled to push back an incursion by Ukrainian forces into the Kursk region that
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Belén Liotti (CNN) –– Taylor Swift compartió una declaración este miércoles en redes sociales en la que habló sobre el ataque terrorista frustrado que llevó a la cancelación de tres shows del Eras Tour en Viena, Austria, a principios de este mes. “El motivo de las cancelaciones me llenó de una nueva sensación de miedo
Continue Reading Andrea Saint Martin (CNN Español) — Siete polluelos de flamencos chilenos blancos están en exhibición en un zoológico en el suroeste de Inglaterra por primera vez desde 2018, y uno es particularmente notable por la forma en que nació. Dos flamencos machos llamados Arthur y Curtis lograron empollar un huevo juntos, una novedad para el
Continue ReadingBy Tori Apodaca Click here for updates on this story CITRUS HEIGHTS, California (KOVR) — A suspect who was previously on the run in Mexico was arrested this week for a 2013 homicide case in Citrus Heights. Alejandra Aguilera-Ortega, 49, is accused of giving someone illegal silicone injections in the butt that led to their
Continue ReadingKOVR By Tori Apodaca Click here for updates on this story CITRUS HEIGHTS, California (KOVR) — A suspect who was previously on the run in Mexico was arrested this week for a 2013 homicide case in Citrus Heights. Alejandra Aguilera-Ortega, 49, is accused of giving someone illegal silicone injections in the butt that led to
Continue ReadingBy Lilit Marcus, CNN (CNN) — A small town in Japan that received international attention for its controversial decision to block views of Mount Fuji has quietly reversed its decision. Fujikawaguchiko, at the base of Mount Fuji, became popular for a specific photo op where the mountain could be seen behind an outpost of the
Continue ReadingKDKA By Mamie Bah Click here for updates on this story VALENCIA, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Two nursing aides are accused of dragging a 96-year-old man backward while he cried out in pain at The Arbors at St. Barnabas. Heather Kilgore and Allison Schrey are being charged in connection with the alleged incident on May 5.
Continue ReadingBy Mamie Bah Click here for updates on this story VALENCIA, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Two nursing aides are accused of dragging a 96-year-old man backward while he cried out in pain at The Arbors at St. Barnabas. Heather Kilgore and Allison Schrey are being charged in connection with the alleged incident on May 5. Adams
Continue ReadingAssociated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will be the first U.S. state to direct millions of dollars from taxpayer money and tech companies to help pay for journalism and AI research under a new deal announced Wednesday. Under the first-in-the-nation agreement, the state and tech companies would collectively pay roughly $250 million over five
Continue ReadingAssociated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will be the first U.S. state to direct millions of dollars from taxpayer money and tech companies to help pay for journalism and AI research under a new deal announced Wednesday. Under the first-in-the-nation agreement, the state and tech companies would collectively pay roughly $250 million over five
Continue ReadingAssociated Press GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemalan police on Wednesday arrested seven Guatemalans accused of having smuggled 53 migrants from Mexico and Central America who died of asphyxiation in 2022 in Texas after being abandoned in a tractor trailer in the scorching summer heat. They were the latest arrests after years of investigation into the
Continue ReadingBy Joe Brandt, Casey Kuhn, Nikki DeMentri Click here for updates on this story BRIDGETON, New Jersey (KYW) — Video from the Cohanzick Zoo in New Jersey shows a woman antagonizing a tiger and nearly getting bit through a wire fence, police say. Police in Bridgeton, Cumberland County, are now looking to identify the woman
Continue ReadingKYW By Joe Brandt, Casey Kuhn, Nikki DeMentri Click here for updates on this story BRIDGETON, New Jersey (KYW) — Video from the Cohanzick Zoo in New Jersey shows a woman antagonizing a tiger and nearly getting bit through a wire fence, police say. Police in Bridgeton, Cumberland County, are now looking to identify the
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers finally have their hitters healthy. Now, the NL West leaders need their pitching staff to follow suit. Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto tossed a two-inning simulated game Wednesday. He’s been out with right triceps tightness since mid-July. The 25-year-old is 6-2 with a 2.92 ERA in
Continue ReadingOTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — More than 100 synagogues, Jewish organizations and doctors in multiple cities across Canada are on high alert after receiving the same threatening email. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police confirm that threats were made Wednesday to “a number of institutions, including synagogues and hospitals, across Canada.” Several Jewish leaders say police felt
Continue ReadingBy Jacob Wycoff Click here for updates on this story NORTHBRIDGE, Massachusetts (WBZ) — For many, hitting the links means a fun afternoon of bogeys and birdies. For Charlie Bristow, the man behind the “Charlie’s Golfing Club” social media account, the game of golf is so much more. Charlie was diagnosed with autism, and he’s
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