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TD Bank reaches $1.2 billion settlement in Ponzi scheme lawsuit

TD Bank will pay $1.2 billion to settle a lawsuit alleging its involvement in an infamous $7 billion Ponzi scheme orchestrated by disgraced financier Allen Stanford more than a decade ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/mf8ApVR via IFTTT

A proposed 'takeover' has sparked a battle for power in one of America's Blackest big cities

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Tornadoes and severe winds strike central US as another round of rain and snow is set to pummel the West and North

As severe storms prompted at least nine tornado reports in parts of the central US, a barrage of snow, rain and harsh wind is forecast Monday in places from the West Coast to the Great Lakes, including some still without power following a similar string of severe weather last week. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/27/weather/winter-storm-us-monday/index.html via IFTTT

Death of former US swimming champ Jamie Cail under investigation by police in Virgin Islands

Former American swimming champion Jamie Cail has died in the US Virgin Islands, according to authorities who are investigating her death on the island of St. John. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/b20qc79 via IFTTT

Nokia redesigns iconic logo to remind the world it's not a phone company anymore

Nokia redesigned its logo for the first time in decades to distance itself from its public image as a phone company. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/5qjoLnP via IFTTT

Shipments of contaminated waste to resume from Ohio train derailment site

The Environmental Protection Agency has approved resuming shipments of contaminated liquid and soil out of East Palestine, Ohio, where a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed earlier this month. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/u10SxCt via IFTTT

Larry Summers: Why sanctions on Russia aren't effective

Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said price caps on Russian energy should be stiffened up to maximize the impact of sanctions on the country as the war in Ukraine hits a year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/scrmlJy via IFTTT

Hundreds of newspapers drop 'Dilbert' comic strip after racist tirade from creator

Newspapers across the country dropped the "Dilbert" comic strip over the weekend after the creator of the satirical cartoon went on a racist tirade, calling Black Americans a "hate group" and suggesting that White people should "get the hell away" from them. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/v8pUfRz via IFTTT

Alligator pulled from NYC lake had swallowed bathtub stopper, authorities say

The alligator rescued from a New York City park last week had swallowed a bathtub stopper, according to an update from zoo officials. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/kXBpYQJ via IFTTT

RNC chair says requiring loyalty pledge for participation in GOP presidential debates is a 'no-brainer'

Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel said Sunday that she expects 2024 GOP presidential contenders will have to sign a pledge to back the party's ultimate nominee in order to participate in primary debates. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/FunTIN9 via IFTTT

There are new rules about severance agreements. Here's what you need to know

There have been many questions raised about the implications and reach of a recent decision by the National Labor Relations Board to prohibit employers from requiring laid off workers to sign certain types of non-disparagement and confidentiality clauses if they want to receive severance. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/eC2SbGf via IFTTT

Student attacks school employee after Nintendo Switch taken away

A Florida high school student has been arrested after a video showed him attacking a school employee after she took away his Nintendo Switch device, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/BTSqQ7p via IFTTT

Lo Jelks, Atlanta's first Black TV reporter, has died

Lorenzo "Lo" Jelks, Atlanta's first Black television news reporter, has died at 83, according to the Atlanta Press Club and CNN affiliate WSB. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Fk1Trej via IFTTT

After McCarthy gave Tucker Carlson access to Jan. 6 footage, media organizations are asking Congress for it

CNN, along with a group of other media organizations, has signed on to a letter calling for congressional leaders to grant access to security footage from inside the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave Fox News' Tucker Carlson access to the material earlier this month. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Zo2kHwW via IFTTT

US Marshals team up with Native American tribe to address cases of missing and murdered Indigenous people

The US Marshals Service is teaming up with a Native American tribe based in Northern California for a new push aimed at addressing cases of missing and murdered Indigenous people, a growing crisis that tribes say has not received enough attention. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/zIcFXsi via IFTTT

Dozens of gang members arrested amid investigation into 'cartel-style' mass shooting in California

Dozens of gang members were arrested and illegal guns and drugs seized during a four-day operation in Central California, the Tulare County Sheriff's Office announced Friday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/lfCmRby via IFTTT

8 people injured in stabbing incident at an Oklahoma City nightclub

Eight people were injured, including two critically, after a stabbing incident in Oklahoma City, according to the Oklahoma City Police Department. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/XoBFeLT via IFTTT

Incumbent Lightfoot fights to make runoff in Chicago mayoral primary

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is fighting for her political survival, seeking to finish in the top two in Tuesday's crowded primary and advance to an April runoff in her quest for a second term. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/qLhTzJv via IFTTT

How the Supreme Court could reshape the internet as you know it

Justice Samuel Alito of the US Supreme Court asked this week what may be, to millions of average internet users, the most relatable question to come out of a pair of high-stakes oral arguments about the future of social media. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/fdonYT3 via IFTTT

Colorado discipline office moves toward ethics complaint against ex-Trump attorney for 2020 election gambits

The disciplinary office that regulates attorney conduct in Colorado is taking steps toward potentially bringing an ethics complaint against Jenna Ellis, the lawyer who played a prominent role in former President Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/DJqTomV via IFTTT

McCarthy and Jeffries creating bipartisan task force to determine process to boot members off committees

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are creating a bipartisan task force to determine a process to boot members off committees going forward, a source familiar told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/iSjwcGW via IFTTT

New home sales rise as prices drop in January

New home sales rose in January from December, as mortgage rates eased off their highs of the past year at the start of 2023. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/ZjGRJh0 via IFTTT

Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to all charges in 'Rust' case

Actor Alec Baldwin on Thursday pleaded not guilty to manslaughter charges relating to the 2021 fatal shooting on the set of the movie "Rust," according to a court document waiving his first court appearance. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/RxWgmZy via IFTTT

Cancer screenings could be back to normal after millions missed during Covid-19 pandemic

Millions of people across the United States missed routine cancer screenings during the second year of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the prevalence of screening for breast, cervical and prostate cancers in the previous year falling anywhere from 6% to 15% between 2019 and 2021, according to a new study from the American Cancer Society. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/vrTh1EK via IFTTT

Junk airline & hotel fees, the death of social media and the dream of a 4-day work week

The Points Guy Founder Brian Kelly tells "Nightcap's" Jon Sarlin how consumers can avoid paying junk hotel and airline fees. Plus, EZPR's Ed Zitron says the ad-based model of social media is dying. And Bloomberg Commentator and author of "The Nowhere Office" Julia Hobsbawm explains why the largest 4-day work week trial ever conducted could change the future of work. To get the day's business headlines sent directly to your inbox, sign up for the Nightcap newsletter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/1IHDO3j via IFTTT

New from the Mercedes' 2024 E-class: Angry Birds

For those who have ever felt the urge to whip off a TikTok video from inside their car, Mercedes-Benz owners might be able to do that from inside the 2024 E-class without even having get out their phones. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/PkN4cbL via IFTTT

BBC won't be 'put off' covering India by tax raids and censorship

The BBC says it will not be "put off" from reporting in India after the government prevented a documentary critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from airing in the country and raided the broadcaster's offices. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/mkE7vsi via IFTTT

Chinese apps remove ChatGPT as global AI race heats up

Several popular Chinese apps have removed access to ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot that has taken the world by storm even as major Chinese tech companies race to develop their own equivalent. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/q9u7jVh via IFTTT

UPS Semi-truck goes off bridge, catches fire

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Twin sisters named valedictorian and salutatorian of their high school

The two best students at one New York high school aren't just related -- they're twins, and they're bringing sibling rivalry to a whole new level. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/iR0gMp6 via IFTTT

Supreme Court sides with Arizona death row inmate seeking to challenge sentence in federal court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled in favor of an Arizona death row inmate who argued he should be able to challenge his sentence in federal court but was stopped from doing so by a state procedural rule. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/fN7oGku via IFTTT

Biden admin cuts some mortgage fees amid housing affordability crisis

The Biden administration announced Wednesday a change that will save an estimated 850,000 home buyers — primarily low- and middle-income and first-time buyers — an average of $800 on home financing costs this year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/meYVZrs via IFTTT

Starbucks' new drinks have a spoonful of olive oil in every cup

Starbucks wants you to give olive oil coffee a shot. Really. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Psqmz0J via IFTTT

Trump leadership PAC spent more than $16 million on legal services in 2022

Donald Trump's leadership PAC spent more than $16 million on legal services in 2022, according to a tally of the Save America PAC distributions through the end of December. The number represents a massive set of bills from lawyers at a time when the former president faces multiple criminal inquiries, lawsuits and other challenges. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/tB9ljeT via IFTTT

Wisconsin voters head to polls for high-stakes Supreme Court election

Wisconsin voters on Tuesday will cast their primary ballots in what's turned into an expensive and high-stakes battle for control of the Supreme Court in a key battleground state where power is divided between a Democratic governor and a Republican-controlled legislature. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/0aP4jn8 via IFTTT

James O'Keefe ousted from right-wing activist group Project Veritas

James O'Keefe, the founder and chairman of Project Veritas — the right-wing activist group known for its selectively edited undercover sting videos targeting journalists and progressive groups — has been ousted from the organization, he told staff in a videotaped speech posted online Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/1g6Q2k4 via IFTTT

13 people taken to hospitals after explosion and fire at Ohio metal factory

Several fire departments are responding to a large fire near Oakwood, Ohio, that has sent at least one person to the hospital, the Twinsburg Fire Department said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/KlIyDkZ via IFTTT

Standard Chartered plans hiring spree in Hong Kong as city reopens to China

Standard Chartered is going on a hiring spree in Hong Kong this year, in a sign of renewed confidence in its biggest market as the city reopens its border with mainland China. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/xH6cOPA via IFTTT

One man finds closure after long-lost WWII US submarine found off Japanese coast

William Bower II feared he would never know where his father's final resting place was, but he hung on to hope for decades. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/JsGI9nu via IFTTT

145,000 cans of Enfamil ProSobee infant formula recalled

Reckitt, one of the main formula manufacturers in the US, said Monday that it is recalling two batches of Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula because of possible cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/d7zXMiF via IFTTT

Michigan election denier who has yet to concede her 2022 loss will chair state GOP

Michigan Republicans have chosen Kristina Karamo, who has yet to concede last year's secretary of state race, as their next chair, putting an election denier at the head of the party in a crucial battleground state. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/bmrEiHu via IFTTT

Delivery driver indicted for murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in Texas

The mother of a 7-year-old kidnapped and killed in Texas in December thanked a grand jury for its role in the indictment of the man accused of her daughter's murder. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/RYhxn0z via IFTTT

Jimmy Carter's church asks for comfort for his family as the former president enters hospice care

The church where Jimmy Carter taught Sunday school for decades marked his poignant absence this weekend as the former president receives end-of-life care. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Tf82njY via IFTTT

3 Michigan State University students remain in critical condition after shooting

Three students wounded in a deadly shooting last week at Michigan State University remain in critical condition Sunday, according to university police. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/wVd0YFO via IFTTT

Some conservatives are concerned DeSantis has overstepped in his fight against 'wokeness'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has made freedom his calling card, but some conservatives have become skeptical of how liberally the Republican leader is using government power to impose his will. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/8kwzZLv via IFTTT

Analysis: Primary voters aren't excited about Biden or Trump. What does that mean for 2024?

The first phase of the 2024 presidential primary season is officially underway, bringing with it a cavalcade of early polling designed to answer a seemingly basic question: whether President Joe Biden and his predecessor, Donald Trump, have the support of their respective parties. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Y3EzhlV via IFTTT

Lawsuit alleges Jeffrey Epstein sent JPMorgan Chase exec photos of young women

Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley allegedly exchanged sexually suggestive emails with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, some of which included photos of young women, according to newly unsealed passages of a federal lawsuit. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/VfN6HXU via IFTTT

Here are the US cities where home prices are actually falling

Home prices are going up across the country — in aggregate. Looking at individual markets, however, some are showing prices have fallen from a year ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/F0McnLa via IFTTT

This company employed children to clean razor-sharp saws using hazardous chemicals

A major US food sanitation company illegally employed at least 102 children between the ages of 13 and 17 in jobs that had them using caustic chemicals to clean razor-sharp saws. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/ZvINXLG via IFTTT

Norfolk Southern CEO meets with East Palestine residents after promising to 'help make things right'

The head of Norfolk Southern, the company who operated the train carrying hazardous materials that derailed earlier this month, met with residents and local leaders of the East Palestine, Ohio, community on Saturday, a company spokesperson said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/VO4gU3v via IFTTT

Legally armed civilian shot and wounded suspected gunman in fatal El Paso shooting, police say

A civilian used his legally licensed gun to shoot and wound a suspect in a mall shooting in El Paso, Texas, that left one dead and three injured earlier this week, police said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/g5CyNKZ via IFTTT

Twitter to make you pay to secure your account this way

Twitter Blue subscribers will be the platform's only users able to use text messages as a two-factor authentication method, Twitter announced Friday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/1rI0SBG via IFTTT

Students denounce bullying at school district where teenager died by suicide

At the first school board meeting in Bayville, New Jersey, since a 14-year-old student died by suicide days after being attacked by four classmates, administrators heard powerful commentary from current and former students who said they've been bullied without recourse from school district officials. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/qSeRlht via IFTTT

MSU professor talks about what unfolded when gunman opened fire in his class

The noise was so loud it didn't sound like the gunfire from the movies to Marco Díaz-Muñoz -- it was more like an electrical generator blowing up. "But then there was one, there was two, there was three," the assistant Michigan State University professor told CNN of the sounds. And then a gunman stepped inside his classroom.  from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/LDdQ5gT via IFTTT

Biden administration releases data breaking down student loan relief applications by congressional district

The Department of Education released a breakdown of federal student loan forgiveness applications by congressional district on Friday, providing a new window into the demographics of borrowers seeking relief across both Republican and Democratic-represented districts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/ZlLEKDx via IFTTT

Microsoft is looking for ways to rein in Bing AI chatbot after troubling responses

Microsoft on Thursday said it's looking at ways to rein in its Bing AI chatbot after a number of users highlighted examples of concerning responses from it this week, including confrontational remarks and troubling fantasies. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/V8sFWaN via IFTTT

UPS Semi-truck goes off bridge, catches fire

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Biden administration restores Obama-era mercury rules for power plants, eyes more regulations in coming months

The Biden administration on Friday finalized a decision to reestablish Obama-era rules that require coal and oil-fired power plants to reduce toxic pollutants, including mercury and acid gas, that come out of their smokestacks. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/KMuakCU via IFTTT

Denver council member dragged himself onto stage before a political debate due to a lack of wheelchair accessibility

A Denver city council member who uses a wheelchair faced a difficult situation this week when he participated in a political debate at a venue that did not have full accessibility, prompting him to drag himself onto its stage. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/1xM5IBq via IFTTT

Covid-19 infection offers strong protection against reinfection for about 10 months, study finds

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MSU gunman had a note, extra ammo and bus tickets when police found him, authorities say

The gunman who killed three Michigan State University students and critically wounded five others had a list of other targets, two handguns and plenty of ammunition when police found him on foot soon after the campus massacre, authorities revealed Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/tdLWCJo via IFTTT

Power outage disrupts New York's JFK Airport Terminal 1

A power outage is disrupting flights at a John F. Kennedy International Airport terminal, the airport said Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/JfMSwUl via IFTTT

How is Musk doing at Twitter? Why are EVs getting bigger? And why so many meetings?!

In this week's "Nightcap," The New York Times reporter Mike Isaac evaluates Elon Musk's first 100 days at Twitter. Curbed writer Alissa Walker explains the issue with EVs getting bigger. And UNC Charlotte professor Steven Rogelberg explains to CNN's Jon Sarlin how to combat the trend of too many meetings. To get the day's business headlines sent directly to your inbox, sign up for the Nightcap newsletter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/sHxoUyD via IFTTT

Biden's physical was 'straightforward' and doctor will release results soon, White House spokesperson says

President Joe Biden's physical Thursday was "straightforward" and the results will be released shortly, the White House said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/u0z5sw3 via IFTTT

Federal regulators to Santos: Appoint a campaign treasurer or stop raising and spending money

The Federal Election Commission is warning embattled Rep. George Santos that he needs to name a campaign treasurer if he plans to continue raising and spending money. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/weqW2F1 via IFTTT

Top Republicans plot Santos' ouster as embattled freshman weighs reelection

Embattled Rep. George Santos is contemplating a nightmare scenario for House Republicans: Trying to stick it out in Congress, even if he is indicted on criminal charges. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/6WZjFal via IFTTT

DOJ officially decides not to charge Matt Gaetz in sex-trafficking probe

The Justice Department has informed lawyers for at least one witness that it will not bring charges against Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz after a years-long federal sex-trafficking investigation, according to a source familiar with the matter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/kF0DyNW via IFTTT

Wild celebrations greet Kansas City Chiefs as they take to the streets for Super Bowl parade

It was party time in Missouri on Wednesday as the Chiefs continued their celebrations after Sunday's Super Bowl win with a parade through the streets of Kansas City and a rally where two-time Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes told the crowd he was planning to see them in the same place next year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/GonzQBu via IFTTT

Mike Pence says his fight against subpoena in Trump probe is about 'separation of powers'

Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke publicly for the first time about his plans to fight a subpoena issued in the Justice Department's 2020 election subversion investigation, saying Wednesday that his fight was about " separation of powers" and "defending the prerogatives that I had as president of the Senate." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Ps4UXKB via IFTTT

DirecTV blasts Newsmax for pushing 'inaccurate and misleading' attacks after the right-wing network was dropped

All niceties have been thrown out the window as DirecTV finds itself ensnared in an ugly carriage dispute with Newsmax. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/qyU0IOP via IFTTT

5th grader raises $2,000 for grieving teacher

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Third Trump attorney appears before federal grand jury investigating Mar-a-Lago documents

Alina Habba, an attorney for former President Donald Trump, appeared last month before a federal grand jury investigating the mishandling of classified documents from his time in the White House, two sources familiar with the investigation told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/psZn1Ji via IFTTT

US and Canada may not be able to recover the debris of 3 objects recently shot down, official warns

The leading explanation among US intelligence officials is that three objects shot down over North America last weekend were balloons being flown for benign purposes, the White House said Tuesday, the furthest the administration has gone in describing the as-yet-unidentified crafts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/7w2hxbL via IFTTT

Trump must pay $110,000 in sanctions to NY attorney general, court rules

A New York appeals court upheld sanctions against former President Donald Trump totaling $110,000 for failing to respond to a New York state attorney general subpoena for documents. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/3QDN7pj via IFTTT

Happy Valentine's Day? Popular chocolate boxes look big, but have more plastic than ever

Get ready for heartbreak in the candy aisle. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/IyjmYUB via IFTTT

Federal Reserve vice chair to become top Biden economist

President Joe Biden will name Federal Reserve Vice Chair Lael Brainard as his top economic adviser, according to two sources familiar with the matter, with an announcement expected as soon as Tuesday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/ojVnDIw via IFTTT

Ron DeSantis can now make his agenda a reality ahead of a possible 2024 announcement

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon have new authority over Disney's iconic Florida theme parks, leeway to transport migrants from anywhere in the country and fewer hurdles to put people behind bars for voting errors -- all top priorities that have animated conservatives who may decide the next Republican nominee for president. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/mkDxCs9 via IFTTT

South Dakota gov. signs bill prohibiting gender-affirming treatment for transgender minors

South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem on Monday signed a bill into law that will ban both surgical and non-surgical gender-affirming treatments for transgender minors in the state. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/OLAgM7r via IFTTT

U-Haul van drives into pedestrians in Brooklyn, injuring 8

Eight people were injured after someone drove a U-Haul van into pedestrians in New York City on Monday morning, an official with the Fire Department of New York told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/DG8U3OW via IFTTT

Man who allegedly assaulted congresswoman in DC apartment building makes first appearance in federal court

The man who allegedly assaulted Rep. Angie Craig in her Washington, DC, apartment last week made his initial appearance in federal court Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/ERets2i via IFTTT

Memphis firefighters union defends EMTs in Tyre Nichols case, says they weren't given 'adequate information'

The president of the firefighters union in Memphis, Tennessee is defending the actions of EMTs involved in the Tyre Nichols case. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/0cOMij4 via IFTTT

Flowers and trees blooming up to 3 weeks earlier than normal in the Eastern US

This year might be another strike in the "loss column" for Punxsutawney Phil, which isn't much of a surprise, since he's wrong about 60% of the time. He forecast six more weeks of winter, yet it seems spring is already in full bloom across parts of the country where blooms should still be nearly a month away. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/AEwlDxb via IFTTT

Ford to build battery plant in Michigan to tap into EV tax credits

Ford is investing $3.5 billion to build a battery plant in Michigan, a move that will help the automaker take advantage of more federal tax credits for electric vehicles. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/kmQKjv9 via IFTTT

Mars Wrigley fined after two workers fell into a tank of chocolate

US regulators have fined Mars Wrigley, the maker of Snickers and Skittles, after two workers fell into a tank of chocolate at its Pennsylvania factory last June. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/S8uFrWg via IFTTT

Alibaba sells remaining stake in top Indian online payment provider Paytm

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has sold its remaining stake in Paytm, India's top digital payment app, as it gradually divests from its Indian investments amid friction between Beijing and New Delhi. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/X4UDxC5 via IFTTT

Knights, squires, queens go on strike at California Medieval Times

Workers at a Southern California Medieval Times have walked off the job and went on strike before their second performance of the day Saturday, the union confirmed. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/5us7jag via IFTTT

Anhydrous ammonia leak prompts shelter-in-place order in parts of Harris County, Texas

Some Houston-area residents have been asked to stay indoors after an anhydrous ammonia leak at a warehouse in Katy, authorities said Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/pL2aGjo via IFTTT

Latest Supreme Court-related ruling overturning gun regulations worries domestic violence survivor advocates

Advocates for domestic violence survivors are worried that a controversial federal court ruling striking down a gun control measure will discourage victims from coming forward. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/74hj9Aq via IFTTT

In a market that's gone mad, investors can embrace these dependable stocks

Many people don't have the time or inclination to do deep research on stocks. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/8wvCRF6 via IFTTT

What to know about the lawsuit aiming to ban medication abortion drug mifepristone

A federal judge may rule later this month on a lawsuit seeking to block the use of medication abortion nationwide, in the biggest abortion-related case since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/uM93oCg via IFTTT

Second Trump attorney met with Mar-A-Lago probe grand jury in recent weeks

Trump attorney Christina Bobb appeared before a federal grand jury in Washington, DC, in recent weeks in connection with the investigation into former President Donald Trump's handling of classified documents, two sources have told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/QtDpmwK via IFTTT

Conservative activist Matt Schlapp denies sexual battery allegations in new court documents

High-profile conservative activist Matt Schlapp is denying claims of sexual assault and wants the man who is accusing him to be publicly identified, according to court documents filed Thursday in the lawsuit against Schlapp and his wife, Mercedes Schlapp. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/HGlwfPn via IFTTT

'A recipe for disaster.' Deadly encounter in Memphis comes at a critical time in American policing

Since the night Tyre Nichols was kicked, pepper-sprayed, punched and struck with a baton by Memphis police officers, six cops have been fired and five of them charged with murder. Seven others face internal disciplinary charges. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/VPUOzlx via IFTTT

White House says Fox canceled Biden's Super Bowl interview. Fox says he's still invited

Hours after the White House said Fox had called off its pre-Super Bowl interview with President Joe Biden, the network said the president was still welcome. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/FIaLflY via IFTTT

NTSB subpoenas American Airlines flight crew in JFK runway incursion

The National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating a near miss incident on the JFK runway last month, has issued a subpoena for the testimony of the American Airlines pilots involved. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/l1Lc9ir via IFTTT

CPSC doubles down on warning for Baby Trend stroller after toddler dies

The Consumer Product Safety Commission reiterated its warning about the hazards of some popular Baby Trend-brand strollers and sharply criticized the stroller manufacturer for issuing "a clearly inaccurate statement" about the safety of its products and the agency's position on them. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/4oxtIGd via IFTTT

Super Bowl ticket prices are declining. They'll still cost thousands of dollars

Watching Super Bowl LVII in person will be cheaper than last year's game, but it will still cost you thousands of dollars. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/FbJiUWV via IFTTT

Florida lawmakers approve DeSantis' push for more control of Disney special district

Florida lawmakers on Friday gave final approval to a proposal to give Gov. Ron DeSantis more control over the future of Disney's Orlando-area theme parks, the latest escalation in the Republican leader's feud with the entertainment giant. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/cZ9I0JF via IFTTT

Supreme Court justices have refused to be bound by an official ethics code. Now they're facing fresh pressure

For decades, Supreme Court justices have dodged questions related to conflicts of interest by saying essentially "Trust us" or "We're different." They've refused to be bound by an official ethics code and grievance procedures that cover other federal judges. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/f9DEPk4 via IFTTT

CVS just bought a network of doctors

CVS is buying a primary care doctor's network, moving the pharmacy deeper into providing physician services for patients. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/tJvYBQC via IFTTT

Meta restores Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts

Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts were restored on Thursday, allowing the former president to once again post on the social media platforms, a Meta spokesperson confirmed to CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/fSQGAWj via IFTTT

UPS Semi-truck goes off bridge, catches fire

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At least $191 billion in pandemic jobless benefits improperly paid, watchdog tells Congress

At least $191 billion in pandemic unemployment benefits could have been improperly paid, with a "significant portion" attributable to fraud, according to a new estimate from the Department of Labor's Office of Inspector General. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Bc73fix via IFTTT

Man accused of killing an off-duty New York police officer has been charged with murder

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Spy balloon part of a broader Chinese military surveillance operation, US intel sources say

US intelligence officials believe that the recently recovered Chinese spy balloon is part of an extensive surveillance program run by the Chinese military, according to multiple American officials familiar with the intelligence. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/AhZnLdJ via IFTTT

Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus calls on Biden to tap Julie Su to replace Walsh as Labor secretary

The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus is throwing its support behind Julie Su, the deputy Labor secretary, to replace Labor Secretary Marty Walsh who is soon departing the Biden administration -- a significant public display of support for an Asian American to join President Joe Biden's Cabinet. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/iFSardv via IFTTT

Top White House cyber official set to retire next week

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UPS Semi-truck goes off bridge, catches fire

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Here's what keeps Jerome Powell up at night and interest rates high

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell threw markets into a tizzy on Tuesday as he spoke about the economy alongside his former boss, Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein, at the Economic Club of Washington. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/vS9EehH via IFTTT

Forensic expert testifies she found gunshot primer residue particles on Alex Murdaugh's shirt and hands, and on a jacket

A forensic scientist testified in Alex Murdaugh's murder trial Tuesday she found gunshot primer residue particles on clothes the now-disbarred South Carolina attorney was wearing the night his wife and son were killed -- and on a blue jacket that has drawn increasing attention in the proceedings. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/AFNLyhX via IFTTT

Suspect in Dallas Zoo animal thefts allegedly admitted to the crime and says he would do it again, affidavits claim

The man who faces charges stemming from a string of suspicious activities at the Dallas Zoo allegedly admitted to stealing two tamarin monkeys and trying to steal the clouded snow leopard last month, according to arrest warrant affidavits. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/t7BnJxh via IFTTT

Sen. Daines' Twitter account suspended

Twitter has suspended Montana Republican Sen. Steve Daines's account for violations of the company's sensitive media policy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/xcYHQ4T via IFTTT

School and food vendor apologize for insensitive lunch served on first day of Black History Mont

A middle school in New York and its food vendor, Aramark, apologized after students were served chicken and waffles, along with watermelon on the first day of Black History Month. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/5L17Wfz via IFTTT

Americans are 'reluctant' to make larger purchases, Fed report shows

As retail sales took a bit of a breather in December, so did the credit cards. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/oVBbwsz via IFTTT

UPS Semi-truck goes off bridge, catches fire

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Residents not yet allowed to return to homes near site of fiery train derailment in Ohio

Residents of the Ohio village of East Palestine remain unable to return home after a controlled release Monday of a toxic chemical from cars that were part of a train derailment three days ago, Mayor Trent Conaway said during an evening news conference. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/NgUFwi6 via IFTTT

Bed Bath & Beyond moves to raise $1 billion to avoid bankruptcy

Bed Bath & Beyond said on Monday it was planning to raise some $1 billion through an offering of preferred stock and warrants in a last-ditch effort to stave off bankruptcy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/HstNXvC via IFTTT

AMC Theaters is changing its ticket pricing

AMC Theaters is changing the way it charges for seats. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Yep7Qko via IFTTT

DeSantis appointees would oversee Disney's theme parks under bill to revamp Reedy Creek

Gov. Ron DeSantis may soon get to pick the people who govern Disney's Orlando-area theme parks, a move that would give the Republican leader new authority over the state's largest employer and a recent political foe. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/9HDpGq8 via IFTTT

FAA proposes fining United $1 million for skipping safety steps

Airline regulators on Monday proposed slapping United Airlines with a $1.15 million fine for safety concerns about how it operated some 777 planes. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/k3dAwgy via IFTTT

Foxconn January sales hit record high after production restored at world's biggest iPhone factory

Apple supplier Foxconn says its January monthly sales hit a record high as it bounced back from Covid-19 disruptions in China. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/iCNUogf via IFTTT

A man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting 90-year-old owner of famed New York City candy shop

A man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting the 90-year-old owner of an iconic 24-hour candy shop in Manhattan's East Village neighborhood, according to the New York Police Department. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/qVps8CH via IFTTT

Atlanta area residents report finding antisemitic flyers in driveways

Police in suburban Atlanta are investigating after residents reported finding flyers with antisemitic imagery and messaging in their driveways. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/3HfdJ0I via IFTTT

Ohio train continues burning days after derailment as officials say air, water quality remain safe for now

Officials continued on Sunday to monitor the environmental impact caused by a derailed train carrying hazardous materials late Friday in East Palestine, Ohio, a crash that led to a large inferno that continues to burn, evacuations, a shelter-in-place order and concerns about air quality. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/r8xfHOh via IFTTT

Customs officials confiscate 120 cockfighting spurs sent to Illinois

Customs officers intercepted 120 cockfighting spurs sent from Mexico City to Illinois, officials say. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/Uash2wt via IFTTT

Miami police unveil Black History Month-inspired vehicle wrap featuring pan-African colors and kente cloth

The Miami Police on Thursday unveiled a Black History Month-inspired vehicle wrap that features the pan-African colors, outlines of the African continent, raised fists and kente cloth. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/fvgjJWR via IFTTT

Train derailment in northeastern Ohio sparks massive fire

Evacuation and shelter-in-place orders remain in effect in a northeastern Ohio town after a train derailment sparked a massive fire and concerns about air quality. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/TifEl4Z via IFTTT

DeSantis says Florida requires African American history. Advocates say the state is failing that mandate

Facing accusations of whitewashing history after his administration blocked a new Black studies course for high-achieving high schoolers, Gov. Ron DeSantis has countered that Florida students already must learn about the triumphs and plight of African Americans. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/AimxwvY via IFTTT

Gautam Adani lost half his wealth in a flash. Here's what happened

Less than two weeks ago, Gautam Adani was the fourth-richest person in the world. With a personal fortune estimated at $120 billion, the self-made Indian industrialist was wealthier than either Bill Gates or Warren Buffet. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/uYn1Lkz via IFTTT

Supreme Court justices used personal email for sensitive court business, sources say

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Disney World union members reject contract offer

Unionized workers at Disney World have rejected a contract proposal from the company that would have given them at least a $1 an hour raise each year over the five-year life of the rejected offer. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/1jZ7Wvk via IFTTT

Indiana man dies after falling from Puerto Rico cliff while filming a TikTok video

An Indiana man died after falling from a cliff in Puerto Rico while trying to make a video for TikTok, according to his family. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/2ONsXYM via IFTTT

US authorities found young dolphin's skull inside unattended bag at a Detroit airport

Federal authorities made a grim and unexpected discovery in an unattended bag last week at a Detroit airport. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/0Md3gza via IFTTT

Democrats approve revamped 2024 calendar, upending decades of tradition

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New York City directive to potentially involuntarily commit someone suffering a mental health crisis can proceed, court rules

A New York City directive allowing first responders to enforce a state law that allows them to potentially involuntarily commit people experiencing a mental health crisis can proceed after facing legal challenges by mental health advocates, a judge has ruled. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/HVLJ3Ck via IFTTT

A vulnerable power grid is in the crosshairs of domestic extremist groups

Gunshots fired at two power substations in Moore County, North Carolina, late last year left 45,000 homes and businesses without power and more attacks just like that could already be planned by domestic extremist groups, according to experts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/XvhmUCL via IFTTT

Residential care facility faces $10,000 fine after Iowa funeral director finds woman pronounced dead gasping for air in body bag

An Iowa Alzheimer's care facility is facing a $10,000 fine after pronouncing a woman dead who was later found alive when a funeral director unzipped her body bag, according to documents from the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/PGgNU1l via IFTTT

US Capitol Police ramp up security ahead of Biden's State of the Union address

US Capitol Police are ramping up security for President Joe Biden's State of the Union address to Congress next week, including adding a non-scalable fence around the Capitol grounds, according to two sources familiar with the plans. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/V43kSdK via IFTTT

Why Twitter users are upset about the platform's latest change

The season of Twitter shakeups isn't over yet. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/e5GFSad via IFTTT

Ford is getting back into Formula 1 racing to help sell EVs

America's major automakers are getting back into Formula 1 racing. Following General Motors' recent announcement that it's applying, along with Andretti Global, to field a team in the prestigious racing series, Ford has now announced that it's getting back into the sport to help build engines. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/F8JeI29 via IFTTT

Republicans pick ex-Trump press secretary and new Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to give GOP response to State of the Union

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will deliver the Republican response to President Joe Biden's upcoming State of the Union address, according to an announcement from GOP congressional leaders. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/E9Lz4OH via IFTTT

FBI is expected to search Mike Pence's home and office for classified materials soon

The FBI is expected to search former Vice President Mike Pence's house in Indiana and office in Washington for additional classified materials soon, sources familiar with the matter tell CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/6KaNMsb via IFTTT

Purported leader of pro-Nazi homeschooling network no longer employed by own family-run business, according to a company statement

A small family-run business that employed one of the purported leaders of a White supremacist, pro-Nazi homeschooling network announced he is no longer an employee as a result of "this disturbing and secretive behavior." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/7rNKUD0 via IFTTT

Used cars are finally getting cheaper, and everything you need to know about tipping

"Nightcap's" Jon Sarlin asks CNN's Peter Valdes-Dapena if used cars will keep getting cheaper and if more EV price cuts are coming. Plus, Lizzie Post, the great-great granddaughter of etiquette icon Emily Post, shares when to tip and when to skip. To get the day's business headlines sent directly to your inbox, sign up for the Nightcap newsletter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/4NYUEOn via IFTTT

China says it successfully cloned 3 highly productive 'super cows'

Chinese scientists have successfully cloned three "super cows" that can produce an unusually high amount of milk, state media reported, hailing it as a breakthrough for China's dairy industry to reduce its dependence on imported breeds. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/o9i7rXG via IFTTT

Gautam Adani fails to calm investors over market mayhem that wiped out billions

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani tried to reassure investors on Thursday after he abruptly abandoned his flagship firm's $2.5 billion share sale. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/J8wtyrl via IFTTT

2 witnesses testify Alex Murdaugh's voice is on video made just before killings

Prosecutors in the murder trial of Alex Murdaugh played footage in court Wednesday that could undermine the disgraced former attorney's claim he was not present at the scene of the killings when his wife and son were murdered. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/eZFtvEl via IFTTT

Analysis: Republicans are lashing out at DirecTV for supposedly 'censoring' conservative voices. Here's what's really going on

The right is not retreating from its fight with DirecTV. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/kGTMrij via IFTTT

EPA blocks mining project proposal that threatened Alaskan salmon

The Environmental Protection Agency has blocked a controversial mining project set for development in Alaska over concerns about adverse effects on salmon fisheries in the area, according to a release from the agency. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/QjG58IT via IFTTT

Opinion: Mike Pompeo takes a blowtorch to 'the establishment'  

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's new book, "Never Give an Inch: Fighting for the America I Love," combines two well-known genres of the Washington memoir. The first is a gauzy recounting of how a gifted politician rose to power, a figure so heroic that he/she could perhaps be the next commander in chief by virtue of his/her brilliance, humility and a general willingness to serve. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/OqYNnlA via IFTTT

Nine Republican-led states ask judge to block DACA program

Nine Republican-led states asked a federal judge in Texas on Tuesday to block a rule providing protections to nearly 600,000 undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States as children, a group often described as "Dreamers." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/zUOY1uM via IFTTT

Adani vs Hindenburg: India's top businessman faces biggest test

India's richest man Gautam Adani ended his trip to Davos earlier this month on an optimistic note. The infrastructure billionaire expressed confidence about India's growth and ambition. He even talked about his mild addiction to ChatGPT. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/beLIXkf via IFTTT

Tyre Nichols' death is just latest instance of video contradicting police accounts

The initial Memphis police statement on the events of January 7 was vague. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/UO1IlFk via IFTTT

Trump struggles to fundraise in early weeks of 2024 campaign

Former President Donald Trump's political operation brought in $9.5 million in the roughly six weeks after he announced his latest White House bid, according to a source familiar with the fundraising numbers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/QszheZV via IFTTT

At least 11 people wounded in Lakeland, Florida, shooting, police say

The number of victims hurt in Monday's Lakeland, Florida, shooting has increased to eleven after an additional victim self-transported to a hospital, according to Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - US https://ift.tt/PZjTbNd via IFTTT