U.S. men take down Germany to stay unbeaten at 2022 Winter Olympics
Follow the action from the U.S. men’s hockey team’s tilt against Germany at the 2022 Winter Olympics.
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Syrian boy kidnapped 3 months ago freed after ransom paid
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syrian state media says that kidnappers in the country’s south have released a boy they had held for over three months after his family paid ransom. The case of eight-year-old Fawaz Quteifan shocked Syrians for weeks after his kidnappers released a video showing him screaming while being whipped with a hose
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl 2022: Everything you need to know
By Claire Colbert, CNN It’s that time of year again… Super Bowl Sunday is upon us! Whether you’re in it for the game, the commercials, or the halftime show, here’s everything you need to know about Super Bowl LVI. What time is the Super Bowl and how can I watch it? Super Bowl LVI kicks
Continue ReadingCNN Poll: Neither Biden nor Trump has their party’s full support for a 2024 run
By Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN A significant number of both Democrats and Republicans currently hope to see their parties find alternatives to President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in the next presidential election, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS. But very few have specific candidates in mind, underscoring how distant —
Continue ReadingNew Zealand weaponizes Barry Manilow, James Blunt and the ‘Macarena’ against ‘Freedom Convoy’ protests
By Jeevan Ravindran, CNN New Zealand has employed an unusual tactic to disperse “Freedom Convoy” protesters on Sunday — playing the hit songs of Barry Manilow and James Blunt, as well as the Spanish dance track “Macarena” by the band Los del Río. The so-called “Freedom Convoy” rallies in several parts of the globe follow
Continue ReadingFox wins Ras Al Khaimah Classic for biggest career title
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Ryan Fox secured the biggest title of his career by winning the Ras Al Khaimah Classic by five shots. It was the 211th-ranked New Zealander’s first victory in a 72-hole format on the European tour. His only other title was in a Super 6 tournament in 2019 that
Continue ReadingFrom campus to Congress, colleges urged to end legacy boost
By COLLIN BINKLEY AP Education Writer America’s elite colleges are facing growing calls to end the decades-old tradition of giving an admissions boost to the relatives of alumni. On campuses across the Ivy League, students have pushed officials to end legacy admissions, saying it’s rooted in racism. Civil rights groups, including the American Civil Liberties
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Short track roundup: Liu Shaoang wins men’s 500m gold; Dutch take women’s relay
Liu Shaoang of Hungary won the gold medal in the men’s 500m sprint distance in short track, while the Netherlands captured the women’s 3000m relay victory.
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ROC collects cross-country men’s 4x10km relay gold
ROC’s Aleksei Chervotkin, Aleksandr Bolshunov, Denis Spitsov and Sergei Ustyugov received cross-country men’s 4x10km relay gold medals, while Norway got silver and France took bronze.
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Marius Lindvik of Netherlands accepts his large hill gold
The men’s large hill event comes to a close with Netherlands’ Marius Lindvik on the podium for gold.
Continue ReadingLiu wins 500, Dutch take 3,000 relay in Olympic short track
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer BEIJING (AP) — Liu Shaoang of Hungary won Olympic gold in 500-meter short track speedskating. He led all the way and crossed the line in 40.338 seconds at Capital Indoor Stadium. It was Liu’s third medal of the Beijing Games. He earned bronze in the 1,000 and the mixed
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Liu Shaoang’s historic win in men’s 500m short track final
After his win in the men’s 500m short track final, Liu Shaoang gets Hungary its first Winter Olympics individual gold medal.
Continue ReadingLooking for bargains? Here are the stocks we love
By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business Most companies have reported fourth quarter earnings. The biggest takeaway for investors? This is a stock picker’s market. Some companies are thriving while their competitors are not. Just look at how Disney posted blockbuster numbers while Netflix disappointed investors. And the recent stumbles for Facebook owner Meta Platforms
Continue ReadingLooking for bargains? Here are the stocks we love
CNN, CNN BUSINESS By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business Most companies have reported fourth quarter earnings. The biggest takeaway for investors? This is a stock picker’s market. Some companies are thriving while their competitors are not. Just look at how Disney posted blockbuster numbers while Netflix disappointed investors. And the recent stumbles for Facebook
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Ryan Pivirotto’s Olympics conclude in 500m quarterfinals
American short track speed skater Ryan Pivirotto ended his 2022 Winter Olympics in the 500m quarterfinals with a fourth-place finish. He and Andrew Heo were the two men’s short track skaters to represent the U.S.
Continue ReadingKey US-Canada bridge reopens after police clear protesters
By ROB GILLIES and COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press WINDSOR, Ontario (AP) — The busiest U.S.-Canada border crossing has reopened after protests against COVID-19 restrictions closed it for almost a week, while Canadian officials are holding back from a crackdown on a larger protest in the capital, Ottawa. Detroit International Bridge Co. said in a statement
Continue ReadingKey US-Canada bridge reopens after police clear protesters
By ROB GILLIES and COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press WINDSOR, Ontario (AP) — The busiest U.S.-Canada border crossing has reopened after protests against COVID-19 restrictions closed it for almost a week, while Canadian officials are holding back from a crackdown on a larger protest in the capital, Ottawa. Detroit International Bridge Co. said in a statement
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Finland reaches quarterfinals with comeback OT win over Sweden
Finland put together an incredible comeback against Sweden to stay unbeaten in the men’s Olympic hockey tournament.
Continue ReadingGraham becomes early player to watch in Supreme Court drama
By KEVIN FREKING and MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Lindsey Graham is among a handful of Republicans declaring a willingness to back President Joe Biden’s yet-to-be-announced Supreme Court nominee. The South Carolina senator has been promoting Michelle Childs, a federal judge in his state, as his preferred choice to replace the
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Finland men’s hockey defeats Sweden in overtime
In a tight game between European neighbors, Finland will advance to the playoff quarterfinals after scoring on Sweden in overtime.
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