By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — Ellis Island’s museum is getting a 21st-century makeover, more than 100 years after millions of immigrants took their first steps in America there. A new $100-million project aims to revitalize the 125-year-old landmark with immersive and modern exhibits. Recently announced renovations and upgrades at the historic site also
Continue ReadingBy ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose modestly this week, holding below 7% as it has for much of this year. The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.82% from 6.79% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the
Continue ReadingAlexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Cada año, decenas de millones de personas en todo el mundo son diagnosticadas de cáncer y millones mueren a causa de esta enfermedad. Ahora, un informe de la Sociedad Estadounidense contra el Cáncer prevé que, para 2050, el número de personas con cáncer podría aumentar un 77%. El informe, publicado el
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County and City Club of Central Oregon are pleased to announce their 2024 Primary Candidate Forum Series. The goal of these Candidate Forums is to provide impartial discourse, educate voters about candidates’ views on issues and stimulate voter participation in the upcoming election. ***
Continue ReadingBy DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — Caitlin Clark is capping her illustrious college career with another record-breaking season and another set of prestigious awards. The star guard from Iowa was honored Thursday as The Associated Press Player of the Year in women’s basketball for the second consecutive year. Clark received 34 votes
Continue ReadingBy COLLEEN BARRY Associated Press MILAN (AP) — Day-trippers to Venice who fail to pay 5 euros ($5.43) to enter the lagoon city’s historic center during a time-limited pilot program launching later this month will face steep fines. Officials said Thursday they will run from 50 euros to 300 euros _ some $55 to $325.
Continue ReadingBy Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Kristen Wiig revisits her days on “Saturday Night Live” in a new promo for her upcoming appearance. Wiig returns to host this weekend to join the Five-Timers Club, and in a new teaser, the actress pays a visit to her former dressing room, only to come upon an unexpected
Continue ReadingBy Caroline Foreback Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Debris, including large pieces of wood, has washed up on the shores of a riverfront neighborhood in Anne Arundel County following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Members of the Riviera Beach Community Association say they are concerned and are
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story April 4, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Arlington, Texas is now home to a gem of gastronomy, Beaux Boudin, where the essence of Cajun and Creole cooking is celebrated. Established roots in the DFW farmers market scene have blossomed into a full-fledged, mouthwatering experience
Continue ReadingBy Amarachi Orie, CNN (CNN) — Renowned primatologist Jane Goodall turned 90 on Wednesday—and to mark the occasion, 90 female photographers have put their work up for sale for 90 days. A young woman positioned as a blooming night flower, polar bears seemingly hugging but actually play-fighting, and snow geese blasting off from a pond
Continue ReadingBy Michael Williams, MJ Lee, Kayla Tausche and Nikki Carvajal, CNN Washington (CNN) — President Joe Biden on Thursday told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the overall humanitarian situation in Gaza is unacceptable and warned Israel to take steps to address the crisis or face consequences, a stark statement from Israel’s staunchest ally. The
Continue ReadingBy Christian Edwards and Sharon Braithwaite, CNN (CNN) — Police have arrested 22 people and seized assets worth more than €600 million ($650 million) in connection with alleged fraud linked to the European Union’s post-pandemic recovery fund. After an investigation by the EU prosecutor, eight people were detained, 14 were placed under house arrest and
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – An attic fire extensively damaged a southwest Madras home early Thursday morning, but all of the residents and pets escaped the home safely, officials said. Jefferson County Fire & EMS crews responded around 2:50 a.m. to the reported house fire in the 800 block of SW First Street, Deputy Chief of
Continue ReadingBy Kate Sullivan, CNN (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump said that Israel needs to “finish what they started” and “get it over with fast,” as he continued arguing Israel was “losing the PR war” because of the visuals coming out of Gaza. “You’ve got to get it over with, and you have to get
Continue ReadingBy Mira Cheng, CNN (CNN) — Amylyx Pharmaceuticals announced Thursday that it has begun the process of voluntarily withdrawing its ALS drug, Relyvrio, from the market after it failed to prove efficacy in a large clinical trial. “Relyvrio will no longer be available for new patients as of today. Patients currently on therapy in the
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Continue ReadingRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia prison officials say a K-9 has died after “heroically” protecting a correctional officer, who was responding to a violent attack involving apparent gang members. The Virginia Department of Corrections said in a news release Wednesday that the dog named Rivan died despite life-saving measures. The department says three inmates affiliated
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Beyoncé is keeping busy. On Thursday, the superstar singer dropped a new “Pony Up Remix” for “Texas Hold ‘Em,” the first single from her newly released “Act II: Cowboy Carter” album. The song features elements of Bounce music, which is native to New Orleans. (As referenced in her
Continue ReadingBy KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A new Alabama law that criminalizes types of assistance with absentee ballot applications is being challenged by a lawsuit. The new law makes it illegal to return another person’s ballot application or distribute an absentee ballot application that is prefilled with information such as the voter’s
Continue ReadingBy SCOTT BAUER Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A doctor from De Pere becomes the first Democratic candidate in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District. Kristin Lyerly entered the race Thursday for the open seat created after the surprise retirement of Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher. She launches her candidacy two weeks before Gallagher plans to step
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