Leaders of a Democratic protest-vote movement pushing back on the handling of the Israel-Hamas war say their request to have a Palestinian American speak at the Democratic National Convention has been rejected. The leaders say they had been talking with top Democratic officials for weeks before receiving a call Wednesday night that it wouldn’t happen. Some elected Democratic officials have supported the movement’s call for a speaker on the last day of the convention. This divide in the party stands... Читать дальше...
A one-time Congressional candidate and romantic partner of a convicted FTX executive has been arrested on campaign finance charges. Michelle Bond, a lawyer, was released on $1 million bail Thursday after a brief court appearance in Manhattan federal court. On Wednesday, Ryan Salame, who pleaded guilty to campaign finance and money-transmitting charges, asked a judge to nullify his plea because prosecutors had suggested that Bond would not be arrested if he pleaded guilty. He was subsequently sentenced... Читать дальше...
Caleb Williams is the rookie starting quarterback for the Chicago Bears this year, and after being drafted first overall in the 2024 NFL draft, fans are very curious about him and his personal life. Well, he made his official debut with his girlfriend, Alina Thyregod, at the draft, and they’ve since made another appearance together! [...]
Authorities in southern Arizona are seeking a 66-year-old man for alleged death threats against former President Donald Trump on social media. The Cochise County Sheriff's Office made the announcement the same day that the Republican 2024 candidate was in the area to visit the U.S.-Mexico border. The suspect was identified as Ronald Lee Syrvud, from Benson. It’s in the same county where Trump was visiting Thursday afternoon. The sheriff’s office didn’t describe the alleged threats. But it said he was also wanted on several outstanding warrants.
What was that hand gesture Barack Obama made actually about?
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said her Democratic National Convention speech will lay out the case for Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy from the perspective of a swing state governor.
"Aaron Judge always acts with kindness and respect. The coach could learn a lot from him," the New York Yankees wrote in a statement.
Gilma has strengthened to a powerful Category 3 hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
The U.S. Postal Service hopes to save $3 billion a year through a series of changes reflecting greater reliance on a streamlined regional networks. The proposal, announced Thursday, would adjust mail delivery times while maintaining a commitment to a maximum five-day delivery for the flagship Ground Advantage and a maximum three-day delivery for local first-class mail. The details were unveiled Thursday by the Postal Service ahead of a Sept. 5 meeting in which the proposed changes will be discussed... Читать дальше...
There have been some great European nights at Stamford Bridge, in this century and the last, when triumph, despair or controversy took hold and everyone was sure they would remember the evening for a long time. This was not one of them.]]>
Democratic vice-president seeks to build on momentum that has given her a polling lead over Donald Trump
A California woman tired of packages being stolen from her post office mailbox mailed herself an Apple AirTag to track the thieves. That's according to officials Tuesday, who arrested the two suspects after the woman's mail was stolen again. Santa Barbara County sheriff's deputies responded to a report of mail theft early Monday morning and were able to track the AirTag to where the suspects were. They found the woman's mail and other items believed to be stolen from other victims. The sheriff’s... Читать дальше...
Kaumau Evans of Mankato also awaits federal sentencing for the string of assaults in north Minneapolis.
(Photo credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports) Miles Mikolas and three relievers combined on a three-hitter as the St. Louis Cardinals blanked the visiting Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Thursday afternoon. Mikolas allowed two hits in six innings. He struck out three and walked one. Andrew Kittredge (2-4), JoJo Romero and Ryan Helsley pitched an inning each to complete the shutout. Helsley earned his 39th save. Nolan Arenado hit
Ronald Lee Syvrud, 66, allegedly posted several times on social media, threatening to kill the presidential candidate, who was visiting Arizona on Thursday.
Kenyan political journeyman Raila Odinga will disappear from the domestic scene as he sets his eye on winning the African Union Commission chair position that will be vacant in less than a year.
Zoom shares jumped on Thursday after the company reported better-than-expected results for the second quarter and lifted its full-year guidance.
The International Criminal Court must reform to better bring the masterminds of mass atrocities to justice, experts have said.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss VP Kamala Harris' campaign strategy and responds to recent comments made by Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) and former President Donald Trump.
Jermaine Jenas has responded after being sacked by the BBC, insisting “there are two sides to every story”.
We got an official first look at Glen Powell in character as Chad Powers, the titular character he’s playing in his new Hulu series. The 35-year-old actor co-created the new half-hour comedy with Michael Waldron. The pair are also executive producing alongside Eli Manning, who created the original ESPN+ sketch that Chad Powers is based [...]
After achieving consecutive record highs, Brazil’s main stock index, the Ibovespa, experienced a pullback. Influences included significant stocks and central bank executives’ statements, coupled with a negative trend on Wall Street. On Thursday, the Ibovespa closed the trading day down 0.95% at 135,137.39 points. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar appreciated, ending at 5.5904 BRL, which is […]
A University of Texas at Arlington professor recently published a study that found no correlation between laws criminalizing homeless activities and a long-term reduction of homelessness.