February 2023

One year into Ukraine war, US gas prices are lower. Here’s what to expect ahead

February 25, 2023 11:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Chris Isidore, CNN For Ukraine, the year since Russia’s invasion has been one of widespread death, destruction and displacement, as millions…

The Florida legislature is considering a comprehensive animal welfare bill which would ban owners from letting a dog extend its head or other body parts from a car window while driving on public roadway

Florida animal welfare bill would ban dogs from sticking heads out car window

February 25, 2023 11:19 AM CNN Newsource

By Zoe Sottile and Amanda Watts, CNN A new bill in Florida might mean no more joyrides for Fido. A bill moving through the Florida legislature would…

Bethany Harrison carries a heavy weight that nearly knocked her off course.

After miscarriage, near-death experience, Tennessee woman finds healing on hiking trail

February 25, 2023 11:16 AM CNN Newsource

By Amanda Hara Click here for updates on this story LEBANON, Tennessee (WSMV) — At first glance, Bethany Harrison seems…

Former Gwinnett Stripers Public Address announcer Kevin Kraus is the new PA Announcer for the Atlanta Braves.

Atlanta Braves names new ‘Voice of the Braves’

February 25, 2023 11:08 AM CNN Newsource

By Natasha Pollard and Asia Wilson Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA (WANF) — Atlanta Braves has announced…

Se incendia un autobús que transportaba migrantes en Panamá

February 25, 2023 10:57 AM CNN Newsource

Sofía Benavides (CNN Español) — En Panamá, un total de 57 migrantes se salvaron de las llamas al incendiarse este sábado por la mañana el…

Rae Case is one of thousands of drivers who were stranded on metro area highways overnight from Wednesday to Thursday.

Drivers scramble to find abandoned vehicles after Portland, OR, storm, tow lots full

February 25, 2023 10:55 AM CNN Newsource

By Adrian Thomas Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — Abandoned vehicles trapped in ice and…

Small planes crashes into icy harbor, killing Minnesota man

February 25, 2023 10:55 AM Associated Press

DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say a Minnesota man was killed when the small aircraft he was piloting crashed on the ice of a harbor. The plane…

DA drops felony charge against officer in train crash case

February 25, 2023 10:48 AM Associated Press

DENVER (AP) — Prosecutors have dismissed the most serious charge against a Colorado police officer who locked a woman in a parked police car that…

Movimiento indígena de Ecuador pide la renuncia de Guillermo Lasso y se declara en movilización permanente

February 25, 2023 10:47 AM CNN Newsource

Alejandra Ramos (CNN Español) — Luego de doce horas de reunión del Consejo Ampliado de líderes y estructuras de base del movimiento…

A group of Florida International University students

Florida bill would give DeSantis more power over state universities and ban gender studies

February 25, 2023 10:43 AM CNN

By Steve Contorno, CNN A new bill overhauling Florida universities to match Gov. Ron DeSantis‘ vision for higher education would shift power at…

Jill Biden talks safe sex, condoms with Kenya’s young adults

February 25, 2023 10:43 AM Associated Press

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — It was a Saturday of learning for U.S. first lady Jill Biden in Kenya. She praised…

Bulgaria bans neo-Nazi event after public outcry

February 25, 2023 10:27 AM Associated Press

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Authorities in Bulgaria have banned an annual torchlit march in downtown Sofia in honor of a late general who led the…

‘The Grandmother of Juneteenth’ visits Milwaukee

February 25, 2023 10:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Bryant McCray Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (WDJT) — “The Grandmother of…

Cleric missing in Lebanon since 5 days killed by relatives

February 25, 2023 10:24 AM Associated Press

By BASSEM MROUE Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanese security officials say a Muslim cleric who went missing earlier this week was killed…

Irish leader: Brexit talks over N Ireland close to a deal

February 25, 2023 10:21 AM Associated Press

By SYLVIA HUI Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Ireland’s prime minister says the U.K. and the European Union are “inching” closer to…

Irish leader: Brexit talks over N Ireland close to a deal

February 25, 2023 10:21 AM Associated Press

By SYLVIA HUI Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Ireland’s prime minister says the U.K. and the European Union are “inching” closer to…

Detective who “Lady in the Refrigerator” reacts to news of her positive identification

February 25, 2023 10:20 AM CNN Newsource

By MADISEN KEAVY Click here for updates on this story SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, California (KOVR) — The San Joaquin County…

Mass protests in Israel as controversial overhauls advanced

February 25, 2023 10:19 AM Associated Press

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Tens of thousands of Israelis are protesting their far-right government’s plans to overhaul the legal system, three days…

NAACP Image Awards 2023: How to watch and why the show still matters

February 25, 2023 10:18 AM CNN Newsource

By Lisa Respers France, CNN The 54th NAACP Image Awards is a week-long celebration of excellence in film, TV, music and literature that will…

Thousands join Berlin rally calling for Ukraine peace talks

February 25, 2023 10:15 AM Associated Press

BERLIN (AP) — Thousands of people have protested in Berlin to condemn Germany’s supply of arms to Ukraine and call for peace talks to end the…

Inside a studio at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music

S.F. composers meld sound with science for new perspective on Alzheimer’s

February 25, 2023 10:09 AM CNN Newsource

By ELIZABETH COOK, MOLLY MCCREA Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — At one of the top music…

2 arrested in Ga. gas station shooting that injured 9 kids

February 25, 2023 9:58 AM Associated Press

COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) — Police have arrested two people, one just 15 years old, in connection with a shooting in a Georgia city last week near the…

La salsa de tomate lo ayudó a sobrevivir durante semanas en el mar. Ahora Heinz quiere comprarle un barco nuevo

February 25, 2023 9:50 AM CNN Newsource

Sofía Benavides (CNN) — El marinero que pasó semanas perdido en el mar durante enero y que logró sobrevivir en gran medida gracias al…

19 people injured in blast at Cameroon sports event

February 25, 2023 9:49 AM Associated Press

By EDWIN KINDZEKA MOKI Associated Press YAOUNDE, Cameroon (AP) — Authorities in Cameroon say at least 19 people were injured in an explosion at a…

8 people injured in stabbing incident at an Oklahoma City nightclub

February 25, 2023 9:48 AM CNN Newsource

By Mallika Kallingal and Raja Razek, CNN Eight people were injured, including two critically, after a stabbing incident in Oklahoma City, according…

After delays, Nigerians keep watch for key vote’s outcome

February 25, 2023 9:40 AM Associated Press

By CHINEDU ASADU Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Some frustrated Nigerians cast their ballots with flashlights while others stood watch at…

Macron defends contested pension plan at French farm fair

February 25, 2023 9:34 AM Associated Press

PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron has sought to defend his unpopular pension plan in an effort to show that he hears concerns of…

Macron defends contested pension plan at French farm fair

February 25, 2023 9:34 AM Associated Press

PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron has sought to defend his unpopular pension plan in an effort to show that he hears concerns of…

Buffett touts benefits of buybacks in his shareholder letter

February 25, 2023 9:33 AM Associated Press

By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Billionaire Warren Buffett said critics of stock buybacks are “either an economic illiterate…

Alabama man charged in quadruple killing denied bond

February 25, 2023 9:33 AM Associated Press

BAY MINETTE, Ala. (AP) — A judge has denied bond for a man accused of killing his grandparents, his brother and a family friend in south Alabama.…

NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Fontana postponed by rain

February 25, 2023 9:25 AM Associated Press

By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer FONTANA, Calif. (AP) — NASCAR postponed the Xfinity Series race at Fontana to Sunday night because of steady rain…

Mexico regrets Peru’s decision to withdraw ambassador

February 25, 2023 9:06 AM Associated Press

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico says it regrets the decision by Peruvian President Dina Boluarte to withdraw her country’s ambassador to Mexico in…

Police say Christian Alexander Moreno was arrested in connection with the fatal dog attack.

81-year-old man dies after dog attack in San Antonio; suspect arrested, police say

February 25, 2023 9:05 AM CNN

By Andy Rose and Rebekah Riess, CNN An 81-year-old man died after being attacked by two dogs in San Antonio, Texas, and a suspect has been arrested…

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has become the first leader of the country to take part in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in the event’s 45-year history.

Anthony Albanese becomes first Australian Prime Minister to take part in Mardi Gras

February 25, 2023 8:54 AM CNN Newsource

By Amarachi Orie, CNN Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has become the first leader of the country to take part in the Sydney Gay and…

Rare neurological condition is ‘important potential risk’ of Pfizer’s RSV vaccine, FDA says

February 25, 2023 8:53 AM CNN

By Janelle Chavez, CNN Two people who received Pfizer’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine during a clinical trial were later diagnosed…

3 wounded after reception to mourn teen slain at school

February 25, 2023 8:53 AM Associated Press

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say three teenage boys were wounded when gunfire erupted after a funeral reception for a 15-year-old who was…

Berkshire Hathaway earnings fall 8% in fourth quarter but rise 12% for full year

February 25, 2023 8:52 AM CNN Newsource

By Ramishah Maruf, CNN Berkshire Hathaway’s operating earnings fell during the fourth quarter of 2022, as inflation pressures and high interest…

German leader seeks Indian support for Russia’s isolation

February 25, 2023 8:51 AM Associated Press

By ASHOK SHARMA and FRANK JORDANS Associated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz sought assurances Saturday from India that it…

After delays, Nigerians keep watch for key vote’s outcome

February 25, 2023 8:44 AM Associated Press

By CHINEDU ASADU Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Some frustrated Nigerians cast their ballots with flashlights while others stood watch at…

Eight people injured in Oklahoma City bar fight

February 25, 2023 8:42 AM Associated Press

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Eight people were injured after a fight broke out early Saturday at an Oklahoma City bar, according to Oklahoma City police.…

After hate-filled vandalism in Portsmouth, MA, community distributes flowers to impacted businesses

February 25, 2023 8:42 AM CNN Newsource

By Web Staff Click here for updates on this story PORTSMOUTH, Massachusetts (WBZ) — In the wake of hateful vandalism in…

Met Opera marks 1st year of Ukraine war with concert

February 25, 2023 8:35 AM Associated Press

By RONALD BLUM Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Emily D’Angelo made her point with attire before singing a single note at the Metropolitan…

NYC mayor’s brother set to leave his City Hall security job

February 25, 2023 8:34 AM Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — New York Mayor Eric Adams’ brother is leaving his volunteer post as a mayoral security adviser, a position he took after…

Arrestan a decenas de pandilleros en medio de la investigación por un tiroteo “al estilo cartel” en California

February 25, 2023 8:33 AM CNN Newsource

Sofía Benavides (CNN) — Decenas de pandilleros fueron arrestados y se incautaron armas y drogas ilegales durante una operación de cuatro…

Smoke rises from a derailed cargo train in East Palestine

Hot box detectors didn’t stop the East Palestine derailment. Research shows another technology might have

February 25, 2023 8:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Gabe Cohen, CNN A failing, flaming wheel bearing doomed the rail car that derailed and created a catastrophe in East Palestine earlier this month,…

81-year-old man dies after dog attack in San Antonio; suspect arrested, police say

February 25, 2023 8:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Andy Rose and Rebekah Riess, CNN An 81-year-old man died after being attacked by two dogs in San Antonio, Texas, and a suspect has been arrested…

Police: Woman shot, killed after firing at officers

February 25, 2023 8:18 AM Associated Press

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Authorities say a woman who shot at officers at an abandoned house in Pittsburgh was shot and killed by police. Allegheny County…

Gas prices drop in NJ, around nation as crude prices decline

February 25, 2023 8:15 AM Associated Press

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Gas prices dropped in New Jersey and around the nation at large amid a decline in crude oil prices. AAA Mid-Atlantic says the…

Gas prices drop in NJ, around nation as crude prices decline

February 25, 2023 8:15 AM Associated Press

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Gas prices dropped in New Jersey and around the nation at large amid a decline in crude oil prices. AAA Mid-Atlantic says the…

A worker stands in the tunnel of the North-South subway line in Amsterdam on January 16

Amsterdam’s train tunnels reveal surprising windows into the past

February 25, 2023 8:15 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN Scientists have long believed our planet is built upon four layers of rocks, minerals and magma deposited over millions of…

Month: February 2023