By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Shōgun,” the historical drama based on James Clavell’s bestselling novel, broke a record with its Emmy nominations on Wednesday. The series became only the second non-English language program to be nominated in outstanding drama category. The hit Netflix series “Squid Game” was the first in 2022. “Shōgun” also
Continue ReadingBy Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — The Biden administration imposed visa restrictions on former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) sergeant Elor Azaria “for his involvement in a gross violation of human rights, namely an extrajudicial killing in the West Bank,” State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller announced Wednesday. As a result of the action, Azaria and his
Continue ReadingBy Addie Meiners Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — Mayor Craig Greenberg was joined by other city leaders on Tuesday to discuss the city’s participation in “Plastic Free July.” The worldwide initiative aims to encourage people to reduce their use of single-use plastics. “Louisville Metro Government’s Waste Management District collects
Continue ReadingBy Corey Howard Click here for updates on this story ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KOAT) — New Mexico is only days away from the start of the special legislative session that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham called to address crime. Lujan Grisham says her proposal to give judges more ability to hold people “not mentally competent” could
Continue ReadingAssociated Press PARIS (AP) — France’s armed forces have been deployed along the River Seine to make it safe, both in and out of the water during the grandiose opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. The ceremony will involve thousands of Olympians sailing down the river at sunset toward the Eiffel Tower. The unprecedented decision
Continue ReadingBy Jon Paepcke Click here for updates on this story BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (WVTM) — In moments, a barrage of bullets turned a North Birmingham venue from a July birthday celebration into a scene of carnage. Fourteen people were shot, four fatally. The casualties included Lee Getting’s oldest daughter, Markeisha. He received a call from someone
Continue ReadingNANTUCKET, Mass. (AP) — The federal government has ordered an offshore wind developer off Nantucket Island to suspend operations after parts of a damaged turbine blade ended up littering beaches. Federal officials said Wednesday that operations at Vineyard Wind have been suspended until it can be determined whether the “blade failure” impacts other turbine blades.
Continue ReadingBy Brooklyn Joyner Click here for updates on this story MADISON, Mississippi (WAPT) — Summertime — when kids are out of class and school buildings are empty — gives law enforcement the chance to train to make sure the buildings are secure. Across the city of Madison, teachers are decorating their classrooms for students as
Continue ReadingSofía Benavides (CNN) — El gobierno del presidente de Estados Unidos Joe Biden impuso restricciones de visa al exsargento de las Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel (FDI) Elor Azaria, “por su participación en una grave violación a los derechos humanos, concretamente por una ejecución extrajudicial en la Ribera Occidental”, anunció este miércoles el portavoz del
Continue ReadingBy Issy Ronald, CNN London (CNN) — “Strictly Come Dancing,” Britain’s version of the hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” announced that chaperones will accompany celebrities when training with their professional dance partners, after two of its dancers left following allegations of abuse. The BBC, which produces the show, also announced in a statement
Continue ReadingBy Alexandria Galtney Click here for updates on this story HINDS COUNTY, Mississippi (WAPT) — The Jackson Public School District Board of Trustees has approved a significant increase to the state of Mississippi’s minimum pay for schoolteachers. The approval was made Tuesday night during a board meeting. For the 2024-2025 school year, teachers and other
Continue ReadingBy Tim Callery Click here for updates on this story MANCHESTER, New Hampshire (WMUR) — Police in New Hampshire are warning consumers about a scam using gift cards that’s targeting people across the country. Investigators said the crime is so quick and unexpected that it’s catching thousands of victims. “It’s very sophisticated for that level
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The Center Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Care & Research and St. Charles Health System announced Wednesday they have signed a letter of intent to explore expanding their relationship to preserve and strengthen access to orthopedic, neurosurgical, physical medicine and rehabilitation medicine in Central Oregon.
Continue ReadingBy Rachel Whelan Click here for updates on this story NORTH FORT MYERS, Florida (WBBH) — Michael Arens created Clean Earth Rovers while attending Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. “I had heard about the ocean plastics crisis for the first time in 2017. That really kickstarted a passion for me about healthy waterways and keeping
Continue ReadingBy Todd Kazakiewich Click here for updates on this story REVERE, Massachusetts (WCVB) — In the midst of the heat wave, the show must go on at the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival, which begins Friday. The centerpiece is already in place — a cake that celebrates the 20th anniversary of the summer tradition.
Continue ReadingBy Ella Nilsen, CNN (CNN) — The federal judge who approved the controversial Willow oil project last year tossed a separate Alaska offshore drilling project in a decision Tuesday night. It’s a notable win for environmental groups challenging the three offshore drilling lease sales mandated by the Inflation Reduction Act – a compromise written into
Continue ReadingBy Josh Brogadir Click here for updates on this story ATTLEBORO, Massachusetts (WCVB) — Paul Topham, a 74-year-old power lifter from Attleboro, has set a new national record and is now aiming for the World Championship. “You always got to strive to do better. You always got to strive to get stronger. And the only
Continue ReadingBy Tony Atkins Click here for updates on this story ORLANDO, Florida (WESH) — It’s helping first responders save lives, and now, more agencies are getting a hold of it. The LUCAS III device is a chest compression system that works on its own. Bob Eul didn’t have the slightest clue what the machine was
Continue ReadingROME (AP) — Italian border police are looking for a truck driver who is shown on a widely circulated video whipping female migrants after he found them in the back of his truck near the French border. According to authorities, smugglers loaded the 12 Eritrean women on his truck at a rest stop near the
Continue ReadingAssociated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — A European aid worker who was arrested two months ago in Central African Republic over spying allegations has begun a hunger strike to protest the conditions of his detention. Both his family and the Portuguese honorary consul spoke to The Associated Press. Martin Joseph Figueira is a consultant for
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