December 2021

A mural on the Washington University campus that honors prominent figures from Black history was vandalized with racist graffiti

Black history mural on Wash U campus vandalized with racist graffiti

December 20, 2021 4:49 AM CNN Newsource

By KMOV Staff Click here for updates on this story CLAYTON (KMOV) — A mural on the Washington University campus that…

New Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg pledges to focus on Trump investigations

December 20, 2021 4:46 AM CNN Newsource

By Kara Scannell, CNN The next Manhattan district attorney, Alvin Bragg Jr., says he plans to personally focus on the high-profile probe into former…

At least 24 tornadoes hit Tennessee. Most of them hit in Middle Tennessee

Pastor from Tennessee church speaks out about damage

December 20, 2021 4:46 AM CNN Newsource

By DANIELLE JACKSON Click here for updates on this story KINGSTON SPRINGS, Tennessee (WSMV) — At least 24 tornadoes hit…

Barcelona to play Real Madrid in Women’s Champions League

December 20, 2021 4:46 AM Associated Press

NYON, Switzerland (AP) — European champion Barcelona has been drawn to play Real Madrid in the quarterfinals of the Women’s Champions League.…

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Local teacher creates Mitten tree for kids in need in Michigan

December 20, 2021 4:43 AM CNN Newsource

By TREVOR SOCHOCKI, ANNA MUCKENFUSS Click here for updates on this story MICHIGAN (WNEM) — As a first-grade teacher at…

Pandemic again forces delay in plans for next Davos meeting

December 20, 2021 4:38 AM Associated Press

GENEVA (AP) — The World Economic Forum is again delaying its much-ballyhooed annual meeting of world leaders, business executives and other elites…

Pandemic again forces delay in plans for next Davos meeting

December 20, 2021 4:38 AM Associated Press

GENEVA (AP) — The World Economic Forum is again delaying its much-ballyhooed annual meeting of world leaders, business executives and other elites…

UN chief calls for impartial probe into Beirut Port blast

December 20, 2021 4:38 AM Associated Press

BEIRUT (AP) — The U.N. chief has called for an impartial and transparent investigation into last year’s massive Beirut port explosion to ensure…

Independence Police Department public information officer Jack Taylor said two small children were also inside the home. They were not harmed.

Police: No ‘apparent foul play’ in deaths of 2 young adults in Missouri

December 20, 2021 4:38 AM CNN Newsource

By NICK SLOAN, ABBY DODGE Click here for updates on this story INDEPENDENCE, Missouri (KCTV) — Police in Independence…

48 test positive for Covid on world’s biggest cruise ship

December 20, 2021 4:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Andy Rose and Francesca Street, CNN Despite stringent measures supposed to minimize Covid outbreaks on ocean cruises, operator Royal Caribbean…

Crucero informa que 48 pasajeros dieron positivo por covid-19

December 20, 2021 4:32 AM CNN Newsource

CNNEE (CNN) — Un crucero de Royal Caribbean atracado en Miami durante el fin de semana tenía 48 personas a bordo que dieron positivo por…

Holiday season lights a bright spot amid pandemic resurgence

December 20, 2021 4:27 AM Associated Press

By DAVID SHARP Associated Press CUMBERLAND, Maine (AP) — The holiday season is shining brightly despite COVID-19. From Maine to California, more…

Holiday season lights a bright spot amid pandemic resurgence

December 20, 2021 4:27 AM Associated Press

By DAVID SHARP Associated Press CUMBERLAND, Maine (AP) — The holiday season is shining brightly despite COVID-19. From Maine to California, more…

Holiday season lights a bright spot amid pandemic resurgence

December 20, 2021 4:27 AM Associated Press

By DAVID SHARP Associated Press CUMBERLAND, Maine (AP) — The holiday season is shining brightly despite COVID-19. From Maine to California, more…

Japanese space tourists safely return to Earth

December 20, 2021 4:25 AM Associated Press

By VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV Associated Press MOSCOW (AP) — A Japanese billionaire, his producer and a Russian cosmonaut have safely returned to Earth…

Nadal positive for virus after returning from Abu Dhabi

December 20, 2021 4:24 AM Associated Press

MADRID (AP) — Rafael Nadal says he tested positive for the coronavirus after playing in an exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi. Nadal writes on…

Alabama church giving away big-ticket items this holiday season

December 20, 2021 4:18 AM CNN Newsource

By LACEY BEASLEY Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — One local church in Mobile gave out…

Bulgaria, Greece talk energy cooperation, regional stability

December 20, 2021 4:17 AM Associated Press

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Leaders of Bulgaria and Greece have discussed bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with an emphasis on reducing their…

Bulgaria, Greece talk energy cooperation, regional stability

December 20, 2021 4:17 AM Associated Press

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Leaders of Bulgaria and Greece have discussed bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with an emphasis on reducing their…

The outlook for the American economy is suddenly much darker. Shoppers are seen here at Bryant Park in New York

A one-two punch for the US economy

December 20, 2021 4:16 AM CNN

By Charles Riley, CNN Business The outlook for the American economy is suddenly much darker. Investors around the world sold stocks and oil prices…

A one-two punch for the US economy

December 20, 2021 4:16 AM CNN Newsource

By Charles Riley, CNN Business The outlook for the American economy is suddenly much darker. Investors around the world sold stocks and oil prices…

Inflation squeezes holiday budgets for low-income shoppers

December 20, 2021 4:12 AM Associated Press

By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Retailers expect record-breaking sales for the holiday shopping season, but low-income…

Inflation squeezes holiday budgets for low-income shoppers

December 20, 2021 4:12 AM Associated Press

By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Retailers expect record-breaking sales for the holiday shopping season, but low-income…

Two US quidditch leagues are set to change a new name

Quidditch leagues to change name, citing J.K. Rowling’s ‘anti-trans positions’

December 20, 2021 4:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Jack Guy, CNN Two US quidditch leagues are set to choose a new name for the “Harry Potter“-inspired sport, due to trademark issues and…

Liz Weston: Why a 401(k)-to-IRA rollover could be a mistake

December 20, 2021 4:00 AM Associated Press

By LIZ WESTON of NerdWallet Despite what you may hear about the advantages of rolling over a 401(k) from a former employer into an IRA, it’s hardly…

Liz Weston: Why a 401(k)-to-IRA rollover could be a mistake

December 20, 2021 4:00 AM Associated Press

By LIZ WESTON of NerdWallet Despite what you may hear about the advantages of rolling over a 401(k) from a former employer into an IRA, it’s hardly…

48 test positive for Covid on world’s biggest cruise ship

December 20, 2021 3:55 AM CNN

By Andy Rose and Francesca Street, CNN Despite stringent measures supposed to minimize Covid outbreaks on ocean cruises, operator Royal Caribbean…

New Orleans Saints stymie Tom Brady and Tampa Bay Buccaneers

December 20, 2021 3:50 AM CNN Newsource

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN The New Orleans Saints delivered a 9-0 shutout over the disappointing Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tom Brady on Sunday. The…

Belgium to begin vaccinating children between 5 and 11

December 20, 2021 3:44 AM Associated Press

BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgium’s health ministers have agreed to start vaccinating children aged between 5 and 11 against the coronavirus. Ministers…

Pope tells abused mother domestic violence ‘nearly satanic’

December 20, 2021 3:42 AM Associated Press

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has denounced domestic violence against woman as “nearly satanic” and said parents should never slap their children.…

Virus fears widen as omicron variant takes hold across US

December 20, 2021 3:41 AM Associated Press

By PHILIP MARCELO and JILL LAWLESS Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — The nation’s second-largest city has called off its New Year’s Eve…

Truck runs into US military vehicle on German highway

December 20, 2021 3:38 AM Associated Press

BERLIN (AP) — A truck ran into a U.S. military vehicle on a highway in Bavaria on Monday in what German police said was an accident. The truck…

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Family thanks delivery driver who saved woman in dog attack

December 20, 2021 3:37 AM CNN Newsource

By Lauren Martinez Click here for updates on this story LAS VEGAS (KVVU) — UPDATE: On Friday, the family whose daughter…

Jurgen Klopp was left complaining about the referee after his side drew with Tottenham.

Jurgen Klopp fumes over refereeing decisions after Liverpool’s entertaining draw against Tottenham

December 20, 2021 3:36 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN The seeming inconsistency in the use of VAR over the weekend has raised questions about the standard of officiating in the English…

Moderna booster shot increases antibody levels against Omicron, company says

December 20, 2021 3:31 AM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Biotechnology company Moderna announced Monday that preliminary data suggests its half-dose booster shot increased antibody…