Health workers in Lebanon describe deadly Israeli attacks on colleagues and fear more
Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — A hospital director in southern Lebanon says Israel’s military struck outside its gates without warning on Friday,…
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Despite all the hoops to jump through, Culver farmer is excited about $822K USDA grant to help them go solar
Kerry Backsen has learned a thing or two over the years about running a combination feed mill, 1,300-acre farm, retail store and trucking company…
Continue ReadingPhotos: A visual look at Trump’s return to Pennsylvania for a rally at site of assassination attempt
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Thousands of supporters returned to Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday to rally around Donald Trump at the same site where a…
Continue ReadingHelene death toll rises to at least 232 across 6 states
By Joe Sutton, Raja Razek, Rebekah Riess, Holly Yan, Ashley R. Williams, Samantha Waldenberg and Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — The death toll…
Continue ReadingFormer New York Gov. David Paterson and stepson attacked after argument
By Paradise Afshar and Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked Friday night while…
Continue ReadingScenic Blue Ridge Parkway remains closed after suffering catastrophic impacts from Helene
By Raja Razek and Joe Sutton, CNN (CNN) — The famed Blue Ridge Parkway – spanning more than 400 miles – remains closed with no reopening…
Continue Reading‘Magical’ flotilla of hot air balloons take flight at international fiesta amid warm temperatures
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A flotilla of hot air balloons ascended into a clear desert sky on Saturday to kick off a colorful mass…
Continue ReadingOhio court refers case brought by citizens’ group against Trump, Vance to prosecutors
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio court has referred to county prosecutors a criminal case brought by a citizens’ group against the Republican…
Continue ReadingKeanu Reeves spins out at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in pro auto racing debut
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Hollywood star Keanu Reeves made his professional auto racing debut on Saturday in an event in which “The Matrix” star spun…
Continue ReadingHungarians protest state media ‘propaganda factory’ and demand unbiased press
Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Thousands of protesters have gathered outside the headquarters of Hungary’s public media corporation to…
Continue ReadingAttempts to cross the English Channel on small boats leave 4 migrants, including a child, dead
PARIS (AP) — French authorities say four migrants, including a 2-year-old child, have died in two separate incidents as they were attempting to…
Continue ReadingBorn on Oct. 7, Ali’s first year has played out against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war
Associated Press NUSEIRAT, Gaza Strip (AP) — Ali Al-Taweel was born as Israeli warplanes started to pound the Gaza Strip after Hamas’ surprise…
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Discovery Corner celebrates completion with a drone show and a chance to meet a former NASA astronaut
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Discovery West’s new Discovery Corner in northwest Bend, “The Launch,” a space-themed grand opening of the gathering spot…
Continue ReadingFor small cities across Alabama with Haitian populations, Springfield is a cautionary tale
Associated Press/Report for America ENTERPRISE, Ala. (AP) — Many small Alabama cities have been beset by the same polarizing debate that thrust…
Continue ReadingMimis Plessas, a mild-mannered giant of modern Greek music, dies at 99
Associated Press ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Mimis Plessas, a beloved Greek composer whose music featured in scores of films, television shows and…
Continue ReadingBiden pledged to campaign hard for Harris. So far, he’s been mostly a no-show
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — On the last day of August, President Joe Biden was asked about his fall campaign plans. He promised a Labor Day…
Continue ReadingApalachee High School field becomes symbol of resilience in the first home football game since the shooting
By Graham Hurley and Dalia Faheid, CNN | Photographs by Elijah Nouvelage for CNN Winder, Georgia (CNN) — The Friday night football game at…
Continue ReadingThe war in Gaza long felt personal for Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. Now they’re living it
Associated Press SEBLINE, Lebanon (AP) — The war in Gaza was always personal for many Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. Many live in camps set up…
Continue ReadingCongo finally begins mpox vaccinations in a drive to slow outbreaks
Associated Press GOMA, Congo (AP) — Congolese authorities Saturday began vaccinations against mpox, nearly two months after the disease outbreak…
Continue ReadingAfter the deluge, the lies: Misinformation and hoaxes about Helene cloud the recovery
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The facts emerging from Hurricane Helene’s destruction are heartrending: Businesses and homes destroyed,…
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