Conspiracy Theories: Why we want to believe when the facts often aren’t there
By DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Sometimes a story is more appealing than the truth. Experts say that’s one of the reasons…
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Mother charged in death of 5-year-old son who fell from 17th-floor apartment window
By Greg Dailey Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — A 27-year-old woman has been…
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Bill Frist Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Bill Frist, heart and lung transplant surgeon and former Senate majority leader.…
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Man arrested after video post showed severed head of his father, police say, amid political rant that stayed online for hours
CNN By Melissa Alonso, Holly Yan, Caroll Alvarado, Danny Freeman, Chris Boyette and Paul P. Murphy, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s note: This story…
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John McEnroe Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of tennis ace and television analyst John McEnroe. Personal Birth date: February 16,…
Continue ReadingSecret history: Even before the revolution, America was a nation of conspiracy theorists
By DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Since the Salem witch trials, tales of dark plots and secret organizations have emerged time…
Continue Reading Joni Mitchell Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of singer, songwriter and painter Joni Mitchell. Personal Birth date: November 7,…
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Small business makes good luck charms highlighting Detroit Lions
By Amyre Makupson Click here for updates on this story DETROIT (WWJ) — “We’re all rooting for our team.…
Continue ReadingWoman recounts firefighters rescuing her from sinking car in Macomb County: “I’m so grateful for them”
By DeJanay Booth-Singleton Click here for updates on this story MACOMB TOWNSHIP, Michigan (WWJ) — A woman is thanking…
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Arrestan a un hombre que publicó un video con la cabeza cercenada de su padre criticando al Gobierno de Biden
Sofía Benavides Nota del editor: esta historia incluye descripciones explícitas que algunos lectores pueden encontrar perturbadoras. (CNN) —…
Continue Reading Death Penalty Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the death penalty in the United States. Facts Capital punishment is legal in 27 US states.…
Continue Reading Todas las teorías sobre la misteriosa desaparición de Amelia Earhart
marpichel (CNN) — Amelia Earhart desapareció en el Océano Pacífico hace 87 años, pero todas estas décadas no han minado el apetito de los…
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4-year-old battling rare illness granted dream job by Make-A-Wish Southern Florida
By Web Staff Click here for updates on this story MIAMI, Florida (WSVN) — An organization constructed a dream for a…
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Calm Morning Before A Stormy Afternoon
The strongest storm system of the season (so far) arrives today. A strong cold frontal system packed with a deep moisture tap will sweep through our…
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Parents of OnlyFans model charged with murder of boyfriend arrested in Texas after allegedly tampering with deceased’s laptop
By SHELDON FOX, JULIAN QUINTANA Click here for updates on this story MIAMI, Florida (WSVN) — The parents of an Onlyfans…
Continue ReadingUS worker paycheck growth slowed late last year, pointing to cooling in a very strong job market
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Pay and benefits for America’s workers slowed last quarter, a trend that could…
Continue ReadingUN agencies rally around agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza as some top donors cut funding
By JAMEY KEATEN Associated Press GENEVA (AP) — An array of U.N. organizations have united to warn of “catastrophic consequences for the people of…
Continue ReadingSpanish soccer player to go on trial accused of inappropriately touching a mascot before a game
By TALES AZZONI AP Sports Writer MADRID (AP) — Court officials say Spanish soccer player Hugo Mallo will go on trial after being accused of…
Continue ReadingScotland ex-leader admits deleting COVID WhatsApp messages but insists no decisions were made on app
By PAN PYLAS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — A former leader of Scotland has acknowledged that she deleted WhatsApp messages sent during the…
Continue ReadingPainting by Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II to go up for auction
By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — A painting by Denmark’s former monarch, Queen Margrethe II, is going up for auction. Works by the 83-year-old queen,…
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Universal threatens to pull Taylor Swift’s songs off TikTok in dispute over payments
By Anna Cooban, CNN London (CNN) — Universal Music Group has threatened to pull its music off TikTok in a dispute over royalties, a move that…
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H&M CEO quits abruptly after ‘very demanding’ times
By Olesya Dmitracova, CNN London (CNN) — Helena Helmersson stepped down Wednesday as chief executive of H&M, bringing an abrupt end to her…
Continue Reading El director del FBI advierte que hackers chinos se preparan para “sembrar el caos” en infraestructuras clave de EE.UU.
Ángela Reyes Haczek (CNN) — Se espera que el director del FBI, Christopher Wray, advierta el miércoles que hackers chinos se preparan para…
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Man arrested after video post showed severed head of his father, police say, amid political rant that stayed online for hours
By Melissa Alonso, Holly Yan, Caroll Alvarado, Danny Freeman, Chris Boyette and Paul P. Murphy, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s note: This story…
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Biden to head to East Palestine one year after train derailment after facing intense pressure to visit
By Nikki Carvajal, Arlette Saenz, Betsy Klein and Michael Williams, CNN Washington (CNN) — President Joe Biden will travel to East Palestine,…
Continue ReadingEU leaders exhort allies to do more for Ukraine as ministers debate ways to fill its ammunition gap
By LORNE COOK Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — The leaders of five European Union countries are urging their allies to ramp up military support for…
Continue ReadingThe Fed isn’t vexing markets. Here’s what might
Analysis by Nicole Goodkind, CNN New York (CNN) — A version of this story first appeared in CNN Business’ Before the Bell newsletter. Not a…
Continue ReadingSimon & Schuster marks centennial with list of 100 notable books, from ‘Catch-22’ to ‘Eloise’
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — One of the world’s largest and most influential publishers, Simon & Schuster is…
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The quiet American: US reveals pavilion design for World Expo 2025
By Christy Choi, CNN (CNN) — At next year’s World Expo, a grand carnival showcasing different nations’ achievements, the US is planning…
Continue ReadingEdmunds: What you actually need to know about wintertime driving with an electric vehicle
By MICHAEL CANTU Edmunds Driving an electric vehicle during winter is different from driving a gas- or diesel-powered vehicle. Because of the…
Continue ReadingRussia and Ukraine swap scores of POWs despite tensions over a plane crash last week
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia and Ukraine said they have exchanged about 200 prisoners of war, despite tensions stemming from last week’s crash of…
Continue ReadingNetanyahu faces pressure from all sides as hostage deal hopes rise
Analysis by Elliott Gotkine, CNN (CNN) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas don’t agree on much. But there are two ways in…
Continue ReadingProsecutors seek life sentences for 3 suspects in killing of Dutch journalist Peter R. de Vries
By MIKE CORDER Associated Press THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Prosecutors have demanded life sentences for three suspects in the killing of Dutch…
Continue ReadingHungary opposes billions in new EU aid for Ukraine. A new summit will try to change that
By SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union leaders at a summit on Thursday will focus on the one member state blocking a…
Continue ReadingHere’s the real reason why right-wing media figures are targeting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Analysis by Oliver Darcy, CNN New York (CNN) — Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources”…
Continue ReadingTaylor Swift, Bad Bunny and others may vanish from TikTok as licensing dispute boils over
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie…
Continue ReadingTaylor Swift, Bad Bunny and others may vanish from TikTok as licensing dispute boils over
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie…
Continue ReadingBiden accepts mayor’s invitation to visit East Palestine, Ohio, a year after train derailment
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has accepted an invitation from the mayor of East Palestine, Ohio, to…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for Jan. 31: Trump fraud trial, Border politics, Social media, Abortion rights, Brain chips
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Rent is unaffordable for over half of US tenants following years of surging prices. However, many analysts…
Continue ReadingEurope gears up for a showdown with Orban over money for Ukraine
By Luke McGee, CNN (CNN) — Leaders of the 27 member states of the European Union will meet in Brussels on Thursday and try to unlock €50…
Continue ReadingH&M’s top leader steps down in surprise move as earnings at fashion retailer disappoint
LONDON (AP) — H&M’s top executive has unexpectedly stepped down and the company’s stock plunged as the fashion giant reported a drop in…
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Elder statesman LeBron James not thinking about his age as Los Angeles Lakers suffer defeat against the Atlanta Hawks
By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — He may have recently turned 39, but NBA superstar LeBron James says he’s not too concerned about how his age…
Continue Reading Fearless Fund challenges court order blocking a grant program exclusively for Black women entrepreneurs
By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN (CNN) — Attorneys for a Black women-owned venture capitalist firm presented oral arguments in a federal appeals…
Continue Reading Nevada’s dueling GOP primary contests create confusion despite Trump’s assured delegate victory
By Eric Bradner, Kyung Lah and Anna-Maja Rappard, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump is certain to win Nevada’s Republican presidential delegates —…
Continue ReadingMaximize your credit card rewards with minimal effort
By SARA RATHNER of NerdWallet To catch up with your credit-savvy friends, you may be considering a credit card that earns cash-back or travel…
Continue ReadingIsrael returns to neutral Hungary for ‘home’ game in Euro 2024 qualifying playoffs against Iceland
By JUSTIN SPIKE Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Israel’s men’s soccer team is returning to Hungary for its “home” game in the…
Continue ReadingFinland is hit by massive strikes protesting plans to cut social security and change how pay is set
HELSINKI (AP) — Labour unions in Finland went on strike Wednesday, starting a three-days labor action that will affect up to 300,000 workers and…
Continue ReadingThai court rules that progressive Move Forward party must stop trying to change royal defamation law
By JUTARAT SKULPICHETRAT Associated Press BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s Constitutional Court has ruled that the progressive Move Forward party must…
Continue Reading ¿Quién es Boris Nadezhdin, el crítico de Putin y candidato pacifista que podría lanzar una candidatura presidencial rusa?
Sofía Barruti (CNN) — Boris Nadezhdin, un candidato pacifista que aspira a competir por la presidencia de Rusia, dijo este miércoles que…
Continue Reading Super Bowl LVIII teams not permitted to gamble in Las Vegas, NFL emphasizes rules are ‘no different’ to any other game
By Ben Morse, CNN (CNN) — The NFL has emphasized that the gambling rules for the teams participating in Super Bowl LVIII are “no different”…
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