OXFORD, Mass. (AP) — Police in Massachusetts say an officer shot a man who was running at him at a full sprint with a sword over his head. Oxford’s police chief says the 23-year-old man faces attempted murder and other charges. The chief says the officer was driving in a marked cruiser at 6 a.m.
Continue ReadingLONDON (AP) — Qatar’s push to be a central hub on the global sporting landscape could see the emirate be an unlikely host of a Rugby League World Cup. Rugby league’s governing body says Qatar is one of four nations to express an interest in staging the 2025 tournament after France withdrew its hosting rights.
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — Activist and best-selling author Naomi Klein has a book coming out in September that will combine personal reflections with political reporting and cultural commentary. Farrar, Straus & Giroux announced Wednesday that in “Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World,” Klein will explore a time rife with “confusion across political, technological, environmental
Continue ReadingBy Lydian Kennin Click here for updates on this story SOMERVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) is investigating after two teenage girls were found dead and another was found in critical condition in the Fayette-Ware High School parking lot Tuesday. FCSO is investigating this incident as a possible drug overdose case.
Continue ReadingBy Sydney Kashiwagi, CNN (CNN) — South Carolina House members approved a controversial bill late Wednesday that would ban most abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy, after having spent the last two days in contentious debate on the legislation. Lawmakers had been called back for a special session this week by Republican Gov.
Continue ReadingBy Matt Woods Click here for updates on this story EAST ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — An East St. Louis woman was sentenced to more than three years in prison and ordered to pay back more than $800,000 in restitution for using stolen identities to receive unemployment funds. Talfanita M. Cobb, 51, pleaded guilty to three
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Mae Jones/CTVNews.ca writer Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (CTV Network) — New regulations allowing for more freedom in the development and sale of gene-edited seed varieties are sparking dissent among some organic farmers. Allison Squires operates a small farm grain farm in Saskatchewan, with crops including wheat, lentils and
Continue ReadingBy Dan Greenwald Click here for updates on this story SOUTH ST. LOUIS COUNTY (KMOV) — The remains of a St. Louis-area native who was killed in World War Two will be buried at Jefferson Barracks just before Memorial Day. First Lt. Melvin Meyer, from St. Louis County, was killed when the B-17G Flying Fortress
Continue ReadingBy Natasha O’Neill/CTVNews.ca Writer Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (CTV Network) — During wildfire season Canadians may notice the sun appearing red in the sky. Blood red sunrises and sunsets are a somewhat eerie side effect of the smoke that wafts for hundreds or even thousands of kilometres from the scene
Continue ReadingCNN By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — No one can say yet which day the US Treasury would no longer be able to pay all the bills of the United States in full and on time if lawmakers refuse to raise the debt limit. That day — the so-called “X-date” — is currently
Continue ReadingBy Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — No one can say yet which day the US Treasury would no longer be able to pay all the bills of the United States in full and on time if lawmakers refuse to raise the debt limit. That day — the so-called “X-date” — is currently estimated
Continue ReadingSol Amaya Actualización, 18 de mayo: Gobierno de Colombia dice que no ha hecho “contacto oficialmente” en el terreno con los niños de la avioneta siniestrada (CNN Español) — El presidente de Colombia, Gustavo Petro, informó en su cuenta de Twitter el 17 de mayo que fueron encontrados con vida los cuatro niños que habían
Continue ReadingBy Marlon Sorto, Stefano Pozzebon, Claudia Rebaza, Tara John and Sahar Akbarzai, CNN (CNN) — Ecuador’s embattled President Guillermo Lasso, who was facing a looming impeachment vote, has triggered a constitutional clause to dissolve government, a politically fraught move that could spark protests with the country already tackling a fragile security situation. The Ecuadorian leader
Continue ReadingBy ANNIE MILLERBERND of NerdWallet Homeowners may be reconsidering their remodeling plans this year because of the economy’s recent turbulence, but planning and prioritizing can help you accomplish projects with confidence. An emergency fund is a must-have when the economy feels uncertain, and outlining your financial priorities can help you progress toward your top goals
Continue ReadingCNN, WLOS By Jean Casarez, Laura Dolan and Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN (CNN) — The woman accused of abducting her daughter from an Illinois suburb six years ago has turned herself in, days after the girl was found safe in North Carolina and then reunited with her custodial father, local authorities said. Heather Unbehaun, the mother
Continue ReadingBy Jordan Valinsky, CNN New York (CNN) — Perdue — yes, the poultry company — is getting into the beer business. Sort of. For the first time ever, Perdue is selling a 12.5-ounce can of beer that’s specifically made for “beer can chicken” in time for the summer grilling season. Appropriately titled “Beer Can Chicken
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GOOD WEDNESDAY MORNING, EVERYONE… After a pleasant start to the day, we are expecting to warm quite nicely under sunny skies. Highs today will reach the low, maybe mid 80’s. If we see much breeze at all it will be coming out of the north and NW at a gentle 5-10 mph. Winds will turn calm
Continue ReadingBy ‘A’ali’i Dukelow Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU (KITV) — A homeless encampment near the Kalihi Transit Center will soon be removed as city crews work to clear out the area this week. Some have been complaining about the village along Kalihi Stream that is half-hidden by a bridge on Kamehameha Highway.
Continue ReadingBy JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer CANNES, France (AP) — Appearing at the Cannes Film Festival the day after premiering his first film in three years, Johnny Depp said Wednesday that he has “no further need” for Hollywood. Depp made a rare public appearance to face questions from the press following the opening-night premiere of
Continue ReadingBy LUCA BRUNO and NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press CASTEL BOLOGNESE, Italy (AP) — Exceptional rains Wednesday in a drought-struck region of northern Italy swelled rivers over their banks, killing at least eight people, forcing the evacuation of thousands and prompting officials to warn that Italy needs a national plan to combat climate change-induced flooding. The
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