By CIARÁN GILES Associated Press MADRID (AP) — A poster in the southern Spanish city of Seville that depicts a young, handsome Jesus wearing only a loincloth has unleashed a storm on social media, with some calling it an affront to the figure of Christ and others posting lewd remarks and memes poking fun at
Continue ReadingCNN By Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN (CNN) — The Vision Pro, Apple’s first new product in seven years, officially launched in stores on Friday in the US. The mixed reality headset went on sale at Apple Stores across the country as some eager shoppers were among the first to get their hands on what promises
Continue ReadingNICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus’ president has required all government ministers to sign a “zero tolerance” declaration on sexist behavior and sexual harassment among employees and anyone visiting a government office. Cyprus already has stringent laws against sexual harassment and sexism in the workplace. But it was the first time that ministers had to sign
Continue ReadingBy SEUNG MIN KIM Associated Press DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for the dignified transfer of the three American service members killed in a drone attack in Jordan last weekend. During the 15-minute transfer, the president stood
Continue ReadingBy Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, has become a staging ground for state forces, the epicenter of a standoff with the federal government and a stark symbol of dysfunction at the border. Former President Donald Trump toured the park with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Thursday and slammed the
Continue ReadingWFTS, CNN By Jamiel Lynch, Amanda Jackson and Aya Elamroussi, CNN (CNN) — A preliminary report published Friday morning shows three people were killed Thursday evening in a fiery crash when a small plane smashed into a mobile home park in Clearwater, Florida. The Federal Aviation Administration’s report lists three fatalities, one among the flight crew and two
Continue ReadingBy Jack Bantock and Don Riddell, CNN (CNN) — Since the early 2000s, a coin has lay buried next to a tree at Augusta National Golf Club, nestled there as a good luck charm by the mother of a promising young French golfer. In April, her son Matthieu Pavon is coming to collect it. Playing
Continue ReadingCNN By Jack Bantock and Don Riddell, CNN (CNN) — Since the early 2000s, a coin has lay buried next to a tree at Augusta National Golf Club, nestled there as a good luck charm by the mother of a promising young French golfer. In April, her son Matthieu Pavon is coming to collect it.
Continue ReadingBy Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve ditched a line it used in every meeting statement since three banks failed last spring, which said that the “US banking system is sound and resilient.” Coincidentally, though, more people were wondering that day if the banking system was indeed sound and
Continue ReadingBy Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Tesla is recalling 2.2 million of its vehicles on US roads because the font size of the warning lights on its display is too small, according to federal safety regulators. The recall was announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which said it discovered the problem
Continue ReadingBy BASSEM MROUE and SAMY MAGDY Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Hamas officials said Friday that the group is studying a proposed cease-fire deal that would include prolonged pauses in fighting in Gaza and swaps of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, but the militants appeared to rule out some key components. Hamas remains committed to
Continue ReadingReview by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — Turning distinctive writers like Mike White and Charlie Kaufman loose on animated children’s movies is an intriguing idea, one that largely fizzled with the first’s effort, “Migration,” but which yields much more interesting results in “Orion and the Dark.” Part “Inside Out,” part “A Christmas Carol,” with a
Continue ReadingBy JIM GOMEZ Associated Press MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A U.N. expert says steps have been taken under Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address human rights abuses such as the killings of journalists and rights activists. However, U.N. Special Rapporteur Irene Khan on Friday said more needs to be done and called on the
Continue ReadingCNN By Mary Gilbert and Monica Garrett, CNN Meteorologists (CNN) — Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring. Each February 2, on Groundhog Day, the members of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club make the pilgrimage to Gobbler’s Knob – Phil’s official home.
Continue ReadingBy GEIR MOULSON Associated Press BERLIN (AP) — German lawmakers have approved cuts to fuel subsidies for farmers that prompted angry protests, along with a 2024 budget the government had to revamp after a court ruling blew a hole in its financial plans. Parliament’s lower house on Friday voted in favor of both the overhauled
Continue ReadingCNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Today is Groundhog Day, and legend has it that if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, we’re in for six more weeks of winter. If he doesn’t, we get to bask in an early spring. The bizarre tradition that dates back to 1887 also draws passionate crowds in the
Continue ReadingBy Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — Winter has been more wet and warm than white in the Northeast, with no major snowstorms to speak of in what’s been a two year wait for a big snow event. Major cities along the region’s I-95 corridor are running deficits on their typical winter snowfall despite a
Continue ReadingCNN By Kaanita Iyer and Jamie Gangel, CNN (CNN) — Attorney Roberta Kaplan said former President Donald Trump threw papers across a table and stormed off during a deposition at Mar-a-Lago after learning that his legal team had agreed to provide her lunch. Kaplan, who has represented clients in high-profile cases against Trump, including E.
Continue ReadingBy JEFFREY COLLINS Associated Press FORT LAWN, S.C. (AP) — Democrats in South Carolina may be holding the nation’s first presidential primary. But the party is struggling inside the Southern state. Democrats have lost 31 straight statewide elections in South Carolina. The Republican governor won by 17 percentage points in 2022. The state’s only Democratic
Continue Reading(CNN) — Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring.
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