By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jude Law has broken a few hearts by sharing some behind-the-scenes information about the classic film, “The Holiday.” During a recent interview with BBC Radio, Law discussed the 2006 Christmas movie that is a must-see for many each winter holiday season. He plays Cameron Diaz’s love interest and
Continue ReadingBRIGHTON Mich. (AP) — A tank containing byproducts from oil drilling operations exploded and caught fire Tuesday near the General Motors Proving Ground in southeastern Michigan, damaging two nearby homes but causing no injuries, a fire chief said. Fire crews were dispatched to the site about 6:40 a.m. after the tank exploded, rocking the area
Continue ReadingAP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans’ outlook on the economy improved modestly in November, lifted by expectations for lower inflation and more hiring. The Conference Board, a business research group, said Tuesday that its consumer confidence index ticked up to 111.7 from 109.6 in October. The small uptick followed a large gain in October.
Continue ReadingMountain snowfall will taper off today. We aren’t expecting any new accumulation through the week as a drier pattern takes over.
Continue ReadingDAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — Rescue operations at a building that collapsed in Tanzania’s commercial capital have ended after 10 days as the number of dead rose to 29. The government spokesperson said Tuesday the owner of the building in Dar Es Salaam was arrested and investigations into the Nov. 16 collapse are ongoing.
Continue ReadingBy Rosa Rahimi, CNN London (CNN) — A painting by British artist George Stubbs is expected to sell for up to £2 million ($2.5 million) in London next week, as it comes to auction for the first time in more than 50 years. The 18th century artwork of a Spanish pointer dog was last on
Continue ReadingBy Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — Mother Nature is about to serve up some unappetizing conditions for the millions of Thanksgiving travelers: sloppy weather, snow, the coldest temperatures since February and a potentially disruptive storm are on the way through the holiday weekend. Here’s a day-by-day look at what to expect this week. Wednesday
Continue ReadingAP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Since exiting the role of James Bond, Daniel Craig has seemed eager to push himself in further directions. He performed “Macbeth” on Broadway. His drawling detective Benoit Blanc (“Halle Berry!”) stole the show in “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.” And now, Craig gives arguably his most transformative
Continue ReadingBy Francesca Street, CNN London, United Kingdom (CNN) — Traveling in a premium cabin on an Airbus A380 — AKA the world’s largest passenger aircraft, known for its low noise levels and super-spacious feel — is usually guaranteed to be a swanky affair. This luxury is set to be taken to new heights on British
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — Mali’s junta has taken popular news broadcaster Joliba TV News off air after it broadcast a politician’s critical remarks about a close ally of the military regime, a journalist for the channel said Tuesday. Earlier this month, Malian authorities arrested and jailed Issa Kaou N’Djim after he claimed on
Continue ReadingLONDON (AP) — For nearly nine months, John Alfred Tinniswood held the title of world’s oldest man, marking his 112th birthday during his reign. His record-holding status ended Monday when Tinniswood died in a care home in northwest England near Liverpool, where he was born on Aug. 26, 1912, his family said in a statement.
Continue ReadingÁngela Reyes Haczek (CNN Español) — La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, aseguró este martes en su conferencia de prensa matutina que enviará una carta al presidente electo de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, en la que advierte que “a un arancel vendrá otro en respuesta” luego de que el futuro mandatario dijo que a partir
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanese families with children diagnosed with cancer are now grappling with the hardships of both illness and war. One family now has to drive three hours to reach the center where their 9-year-old gets treatment. It used to take just 90 minutes. Other families have been displaced by an intensified
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Thanksgiving is not the time to diet. That doesn’t just apply for the food on the table as there’s plenty of delicious content to binge as well. Here’s just some of what you can watch over the holiday if you need a break from friends and family, or
Continue ReadingBOSTON (AP) — Federal authorities say a Massachusetts man has pleaded guilty to threatening to kill members of the state’s Jewish community and bomb local synagogues. Fifty-nine-year-old John Reardon, of Millis, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty Monday to one count of obstruction of free exercise of religious beliefs by threat of force, one count of transmitting in
Continue ReadingAssociated Press MIAMI (AP) — Cuba’s at one of its lowest points since the 1959 revolution, with nationwide scarcity fueling massive emigration, occasional protests and government crackdowns. Gangs control the streets of Haiti’s capital, firing on arriving jets and forcing delays in elections to replace slain President Jovenel Moïse. Nicaragua’s president has imprisoned protesters, opposition
Continue ReadingTOKYO (AP) — A strong earthquake has struck Japan’s north-central region of Noto that’s still recovering from a deadly quake early this year. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 6.4 quake struck late Tuesday off the western coast of the Noto Peninsula at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). It says there’s no
Continue ReadingAP Medical Writer People with HIV who need a kidney or liver transplant will be able to receive an organ from a donor with HIV under a new rule announced Tuesday by U.S. health officials. Previously, such transplants could be done only as part of research studies. The new rule, which takes effect Wednesday, is
Continue ReadingMEXICO CITY (AP) — President Claudia Sheinbaum suggested Tuesday that Mexico could retaliate with tariffs of its own, after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 25% import duties on Mexican goods if the country doesn’t stop the flow of drugs and migrants across the border. Sheinbaum said she was willing to engage in talks
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Stitch looks ready to cause some havoc. That’s based on the newly released teaser trailer for the upcoming live-action version of “Lilo & Stitch.” Stitch, the beloved blue extraterrestrial first introduced in the 2002 animated film, is seen smashing sand castles and generally being mischievous. The remake reportedly
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