AP Business Writer Anti-theft software upgrades provided for Hyundai and Kia vehicles regularly targeted by thieves has cut theft rates by more than half, according to new research from the Highway Loss Data Institute. Approximately two dozen 2011-22 Hyundai and Kia models are eligible for the software upgrade. Those vehicles that received it as of
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The USGS reported several earthquakes in Kern County on Tuesday night. One of the largest ones was reportedly a 5.2 Magnitude earthquake, reported at 9:09 p.m. near Lamont, California. It was followed by a 4.5 Magnitude earthquake about a minute later, also in Lamont. There was no immediate word on any damage or injuries from
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Voting concludes Saturday in Hawaii’s state primaries, where candidates for Congress and the Legislature will compete for their parties’ nominations. Hawaii’s primaries for Senate and House should set the stage for much-needed safe wins for Democrats in November, with the party facing tough contests across the country in its bid
Continue ReadingBy Radina Gigova, CNN (CNN) — A 39-year-old Polish man has been found guilty of assaulting Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen in June, national broadcaster DR reported on Wednesday. The man, who DR didn’t name because of legal restrictions, could face four months in prison and deportation from Denmark for six years. Frederiksen was “hit by
Continue ReadingEdmunds Two of Edmunds’ highly rated full-size trucks are freshly updated. The 2024 F-150 offers an array of engine choices and configurations, plus fresh styling and new technology features. The 2025 Ram 1500, meanwhile, is equally impressive for truck shoppers who want a do-it-all truck. It’s known for its smooth ride and outstanding cabin quality.
Continue ReadingAssociated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — The dramatic resignation of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina poses a dilemma for India’s government, and the South Asian powerhouse could even see its influence in the region wane, according to experts. During her 15-year rule, Hasina cultivated deep ties with India as she oversaw an economic boom and
Continue ReadingCNN By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — If you haven’t prepared already, the time is here. Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall Thursday night along the Florida Gulf Coast near Tallahassee and then veer north, maintaining hurricane- and tropical storm-force winds and torrential rainfall into North Georgia and up to Tennessee. Up to 18 inches
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — The Olympic Games have been filled with a whirlwind of emotions: joy and ecstasy, sadness and anger, amazement and awe. Take a look at some of the most compelling photos we’ve seen from the Games as athletes line up to compete on the world’s biggest stage. Here’s what else
Continue ReadingAssociated Press TIAHURA, Tahiti (AP) — Traditional Polynesian conservation methods are being used to revive local ecosystems and protect natural resources in Tahiti, including near the Paris Olympics surfing venue. Called rahui, the practice temporarily restricts or bans the harvesting of essential resources in a designated area. Legally recognized in French Polynesia environmental code since
Continue ReadingAssociated Press COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A Polish man was sentenced to four months in jail for assaulting the Danish prime minister as well as separate sexual harassment charges. He will also be deported and banned from returning to Denmark for the next six years. The unidentified 39-year-old man, held in pretrial custody since the
Continue ReadingAssociated Press KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — Authorities in Nepal all five people on board a helicopter were killed when it crashed in the mountains just north of the capital. The helicopter had taken off from Kathmandu international airport on Wednesday and was heading towards the town of Syaprubeshi. The helicopter belonged to Nepal-based Air Dynasty.
Continue ReadingAP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Bob Woodward’s next book, continuing a long tradition of election year releases, will focus on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and how they shape American presidential politics. Simon & Schuster announced Wednesday that Woodward’s “War” will be published Oct. 15. The publisher is calling the
Continue ReadingAP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Bob Woodward’s next book, continuing a long tradition of election year releases, will focus on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and how they shape American presidential politics. Simon & Schuster announced Wednesday that Woodward’s “War” will be published Oct. 15. The publisher is calling the
Continue ReadingBy Tami Luhby, Katie Lobosco, Jen Christensen, Meg Tirrell and Ella Nilsen, CNN (CNN) — Where the Biden administration has struggled, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has succeeded. The former schoolteacher turned politician whom Vice President Kamala Harris picked as her running mate in the 2024 presidential race has been able to enact many of the
Continue ReadingAP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) — Japanese technology giant SoftBank Group has reported a smaller loss for the April-June quarter compared to a year earlier. Tokyo-based SoftBank said Wednesday that its losses in the last quarter totaled 174 billion yen, or $1.2 billion. It racked up nearly 478 billion yen in red ink in the
Continue ReadingAssociated Press KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday described a Ukrainian incursion into the country’s southwestern Kursk region as a “large-scale provocation” as his officials asserted that they were fighting off cross-border raids for a second day. Ukrainian officials remained silent about the scope of the operation. Putin met with his
Continue ReadingAssociated Press QAMISHLI, Syria (AP) — Fighters backed by Iran and the Syrian government have attacked areas controlled by U.S.-backed fighters in eastern Syria. At least two people have been killed and others have been wounded. Wednesday’s clashes in Syria’s eastern province of Deir el-Zour that borders Iraq came amid high tension in the region
Continue ReadingVATICAN CITY (AP) — Two activists from animal rights group PETA have interrupted Pope Francis’ general audience, shouting and holding up banners against bullfighting before being escorted out of Paul VI Hall. The two on Wednesday were wearing t-shirts reading “Stop blessing corridas” and holding banners saying “Bullfighting is a sin.” PETA has been pleading
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BANGKOK (AP) — A court in Thailand has ordered the dissolution of the progressive Move Forward Party, which won national elections in 2023, saying it violated the constitution by proposing an amendment of a law against defaming the country’s royal family. The Constitutional Court said it voted unanimously to dissolve the party because
Continue ReadingAP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) — Sony says its profit rose 6.5% in the last quarter on robust demand for its video games, films and music. The Japanese electronics and entertainment company said Wednesday that its profit in April to June totaled 231.6 billion yen, or $1.6 billion. Quarterly sales edged up 1.6%. Sony officials
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