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January 04, 2025TikTok's future, bird flu and Jimmy Carter's legacy
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Small businesses brace themselves for potentially disruptive TikTok ban.
A data company has figured out which airlines fly on time most often.
Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out.
Republicans' trust in accuracy of US elections jumps after Trump's win, AP-NORC poll finds.
5 things we know and still don't know about COVID, 5 years after it appeared.
Bird flu virus likely mutated within a Louisiana patient, CDC says.
Cats can get sick with bird flu. Here's how to protect them.
Discarded Christmas trees become seasonal snack for goats in Chicago.
'Dinosaur highway' tracks dating back 166 million years are discovered in England.
Border arrests are little changed in December, ending Biden's term at lowest level.
Surgeon General calls for new label on drinks to warn Americans of alcohol's cancer risk.
FBI issues warning to leagues about organized crime groups targeting pro athletes.
Netflix averages more than 30 million viewers globally for its NFL Christmas Day doubleheader.
The year in review Influential people who died in 2024.
'Sonic 3' and 'Mufasa' battle for No. 1 at the holiday box office.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reach divorce settlement after 8 years.
US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people.
The killing of an 18-year-old Ohio woman was solved with DNA technology after 43 years.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, President Jimmy Carter leaves a legacy of tackling race relations through his Christian faith.
The world population will be 8.09 billion on New Year's Day after a 71 million increase in 2024.
Panama celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Panama Canal handover as Trump wants to take it back.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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22 min
January 03, 2025New Orleans mourns rampage victims; Notre Dame wins Sugar Bowl
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A mix of law enforcement, street performers and football fans is filling New Orleans’ blocks as the city inches back to normalcy. A deadly New Year’s truck attack along Bourbon Street killed 14 people, along with the driver. Shamsud-Din Jabbar was fatally shot in a firefight with police after steering his speeding truck around a barricade and plowing into a crowd of revelers. About 30 people were injured.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Authorities say the highly decorated soldier inside a Tesla Cybertruck packed with fireworks that exploded outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas shot himself in the head just before detonation.
A year after a panel blew out of a Boeing 737 Max during flight, the nation’s top aviation regulator says the company needs to change its culture and put safety above profits.
FULLERTON, Calif. (AP) — Police in Southern California say two people are dead after a small plane crashed through the roof of a sprawling furniture manufacturing building. The accident on Thursday near the Fullerton Municipal Airport in Orange County caused a fire and prompted the evacuation of at least 200 workers.
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is “strong and unpredictable” and those qualities can be a decisive factor in his policy approach to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, Zelenskyy says it won’t be possible to end the almost three years of war in one day, as Trump claimed during his election campaign he could do.
NEW YORK (AP) — Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, has died. He was 73. Sibling Merrill Osmond posted on his Facebook page that Wayne died this week at a Salt Lake City hospital after suffering a “massive stroke.”
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Authorities say a surfer missing in Australia is believed dead in a shark attack and they are searching the waters where the man disappeared. The 28-year-old was at a popular surf beach in South Australia where a man was killed by a white shark in 2023.
In other news:
Federal courts won't refer Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to attorney general over ethics.
Biden awards the 2nd highest civilian award to leaders of the Jan. 6 committee and 18 others.
FBI releases new video of a suspect planting a pipe bomb near DNC offices on eve of the Capitol riot.
AP correspondent Shelley Adler reports on safety and the Crescent City after a truck rammed through Bourbon Street killing 15.
Stock market today Wall Street opens 2025 with more modest losses.
Apple to pay $95 million to settle lawsuit accusing Siri of snoopy eavesdropping.
US unemployment claims fall to 211,000, the lowest level since March.
Puerto Rico's new governor sworn in days after a major blackout left much of the island in the dark.
10 people shot outside a Queens, NY, nightclub; 4 suspects at large.
Notre Dame is two wins from a national championship, Patrick Mahomes won't be going to the Pro Bowl and the Thunder stretch their winning streak. Plus: Early NBA All-Star Game voting and Alabama's QB declares fro the NFL Draft.
South Korea's impeached president defies warrant after hourslong standoff.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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January 02, 2025New Orleans attack details revealed; Pearl Harbor survivor dies at 103
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — President Joe Biden says the U.S. Army veteran who drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revelers in New Orleans had posted videos to social media hours before the carnage saying he was inspired by the Islamic State group and expressing a desire to kill. The driver killed 15 people as he steered around a police blockade and slammed into revelers before being shot dead by police.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Firework mortars and camp fuel canisters were found stuffed into the back of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside President-elect Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel early Wednesday. The blast killed a suspect inside the vehicle and sparked an intense investigation into possible terrorism.
President Joe Biden is bestowing the second highest civilian award on Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson, who led the congressional investigation into the Capitol riot. Donald Trump has said that Cheney, a former Wyoming congresswoman, and Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, should be jailed for their roles in the inquiry Biden will award the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 people on Thursday.
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The new year will bring a pair of lunar eclipses. But don't expect any sun-disappearing acts like the one that mesmerized North America last year. While the world will have to wait until 2026 for the next total solar eclipse, the cosmos promises plenty of other wow moments in 2025.
In other news:
FBI found 150 homemade bombs at Virginia home during search in December, prosecutors say.
Harry Chandler, Navy medic who survived Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, dies at 103.
'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni sues New York Times for libel over Blake Lively story.
Pope calls for commitment to protect life as he doubles down on abortion in New Year's Day message.
Rescuers find gruesome scene at a Honolulu home after a fireworks blast kills 3, injures over 20.
New York employers must now offer paid medical leave during pregnancy.
PlayStations for guns are offered up in New Orleans.
Power is restored to nearly all of Puerto Rico after a major blackout.
Parts of UK flooded by heavy rain as wild weather continues to disrupt New Year events.
The New Orleans terror attack postpones the Sugar Bowl, Ohio State eliminates the last undefeated team in the Rose Bowl, Texas pulls out a dramatic victory in the Peach Bowl, the Knicks extend their winning streak into the new year, and Saquon Barkley will rest rather than attempt to break the NFL single season rushing record on Sunday.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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19 min
December 21, 2024Avoiding financial stress, celebrating classic films and taking a leap of faith
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
How to avoid financial stress during the holiday season.
2024 was big for bitcoin. States could see a crypto policy blitz in 2025 in spite of the risks.
Americans end 2024 with grim economic outlook, but Republicans are optimistic for 2025: AP-NORC poll.
Business owners should not forget anti-money laundering rule currently in legal limbo.
'Dirty Dancing,' 'Beverly Hills Cop,' 'Up in Smoke' among movies entering the National Film Registry.
Popeye and Tintin enter the public domain in 2025 along with novels from Faulkner and Hemingway.
From Caitlin Clark and Simone Biles to a new hockey league, women's sports had a pivotal year.
Schools are cutting bus service for children. Parents are turning to ride-hailing apps.
There's been an uptick in the sales of nuclear bomb shelters.
Musk and Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds.
US to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts.
Mystery drone sightings keep happening in New Jersey. Here's what we know (and don't know).
New York man finds Mastodon jaw in his backyard.
An Alabama woman is doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplant.
Invasive 'murder hornets' are wiped out in the US, officials say.
Concert promoters, hotels and lodging sites soon will have to disclose extra fees up front.
Activists release images of foxes at Finnish fur farms to push EU to ban the trade.
Milan's Via MonteNapoleone usurps New York's Fifth Avenue as world's most upscale shopping street.
Once taboo, more Japanese women are brewing sake.
Leap of faith: A few young women in US buck the trends by joining the ranks of Catholic nuns.
Oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments sells for over $5M.
Survivors seek a reckoning as FBI investigates child sex abuse in little-known Christian sect.
Pope in autobiography reveals an apparent bombing plot during his 2021 visit to Iraq.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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23 min
December 20, 2024Starbucks workers plan strikes; holiday travel ramps up
Workers at Starbucks stores plan to go on a five-day strike starting Friday to protest lack of progress in contract negotiations with the company. The strikes are scheduled to start in Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle and could spread to hundreds of stores across the country by Christmas Eve.
A debate over the debt ceiling is at the center of a dispute over funding that is pushing the possibility of a federal government shutdown to the brink in Washington. President-elect Donald Trump has proposed that raising the nation’s debt limit be part of ongoing efforts to avert a government shutdown, saying in a statement Wednesday, “Anything else is a betrayal of our country.”
WASHINGTON (AP) — The first U.S. diplomats to visit Syria since President Bashar Assad's ouster earlier this month are in Damascus to hold talks with the country's new leadership and seek information on the whereabouts of missing American journalist Austin Tice.
NEW YORK (AP) — The man arrested in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO is being held without bail after a New York federal court appearance on charges including a death-eligible murder count.
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it deported more than 270,000 people over a recent 12-month period, the highest annual tally in a decade. Its report released Thursday illustrates some financial and operational challenges that President-elect Donald Trump will face to carry out his pledge of mass deportations.
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri man could face up to 25 years in prison after admitting to setting a fire that destroyed a church. Christopher Scott Pritchard pleaded guilty Thursday to two federal charges for setting ablaze the Church of Latter-Day Saints in Cape Girardeau on April 28, 2021.
In other news:
t's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel.
The TSA is urging holiday travelers to be careful about what they bring on planes.
Biden expected to visit Pope Francis in final international trip of his presidency, AP sources say.
Alberta's premier says Americans will pay a lot more for gas if Trump applies 25% tariffs on Canada.
International students urged to return to US campuses before Trump inauguration.
Pentagon says it doubled the number of US troops in Syria before Assad's fall.
Appeals court removes prosecutor Fani Willis from Georgia election case against Trump and others.
FDA says knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market.
FDA updates the definition of 'healthy' foods.
Stock market today Wall Street ends little changed after giving up a big morning gain.
US home sales hit fastest pace since March with more properties up for sale.
Oklahoma man dies by lethal injection in the nation’s final execution of 2024.
NFL Week 16 kicks off with a key AFC West matchup, one of the NBA's superstars has a day to forget while one of the NHL's best records a four-point night, and the candidates for the 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class have been announced.
Sammy Sosa appears to acknowledge PED use, apologizes; Cubs welcome him back into fold.
Aaron Hernandez's brother pleads guilty to threatening a shooting at UConn.
Malaysia agrees to resume 'no find, no fee' hunt for flight MH370, 10 years after plane disappeared.
South Korean investigators seek to question reluctant president over martial law.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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24 min
December 19, 2024Accused CEO killer due in court; government funding plan collapses
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (AP) — The suspect charged with shooting to death a health insurance company chief executive on a Manhattan street is being taken to hearings on related Pennsylvania criminal charges and efforts to extradite him to New York. Luigi Mangione faces a preliminary hearing on forgery and firearms charges and consideration of a fugitive from justice complaint on Thursday.
Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The union said that the workers are joining the picket line Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown. Instead, he's telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out. Trump’s sudden decision Wednesday to make new demands sent Congress spiraling as lawmakers are trying to wrap up work and head home for the holidays.
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police say the shooter who killed a student and teacher at a religious school in Wisconsin this week brought two guns to the school. The 15-year-old girl also was in contact with a man in California who authorities say was planning to attack a government building.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Capybaras are having a big moment. The world’s largest rodent is the latest in a long line of “it” animals to get star treatment during the holiday season.
In other news:
DOJ files complaint gainst CVS for facilitating unlawful sale of prescription opioids.
Judge Pardoning Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes for Capitol riot plot would be 'frightening.'
Senate committee to hold confirmation hearing for defense secretary nominee Hegseth on Jan 14.
House Ethics Committee secretly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report, source says.
Supreme Court will hear arguments over the law that could ban TikTok in the US if it's not sold.
Biden honors memory of his late first wife and baby daughter who died in a 1972 Delaware car crash.
Ontario's premier says Trump's tariffs would be a disaster for US markets.
UN General Assembly demands ceasefire in Gaza and backs UN agency helping Palestinian refugees.
China has expanded its nuclear force and strengthened ties to Russia, the Pentagon says.
Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year.
US stocks fall sharply and Dow tumbles 1,100 points after the Fed hints at just 2 rate cuts for 2025.
US retreats from massive air bag recall and says industry comments show need for more investigation.
Manhattan man pleads guilty to helping establish secret Chinese police station in NYC.
Health officials say Louisiana patient is first severe bird flu case in US.
Jay-Z's lawyers challenge rapper's inclusion in rape lawsuit after accuser's TV interview.
No NBA games Wednesday night but plenty of college action, the NHL with five games on its schedule and Aaron Rodgers says he could be a mentor next season.
Man pleads guilty to stalking UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers.
Wake Forest reaches deal with Washington State's Jake Dickert to become coach, AP source says.
Putin opens his annual news conference, an event he uses to reinforce his authority.
Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband found guilty of rapes, sentenced to 20 years in prison in France.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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25 min
December 18, 2024No motives in Wisconsin school shooting; Florida buildings sinking
Two people were killed and others were injured Monday in a shooting at a private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin. Police said a student who opened fire, identified as a 15-year-old girl, was also dead. The girl also wounded six others in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, including two students who were in critical condition. Police were still unsure of what motivated the shooter.
NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO is charged with murder as an act of terrorism. Prosecutors disclosed the indictment Tuesday as they worked to bring Luigi Mangione to New York from a Pennsylvania jail.
Russia's security service says that it has detained a suspect in the killing of a senior general in Moscow. The suspect was described as an Uzbek citizen recruited by Ukrainian intelligence services.
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Almost three dozen high-rise condos and luxury hotels are sinking or settling along South Florida beaches. A new study from the University of Miami says 35 buildings along an almost 12-mile stretch from Miami Beach to Sunny Isles Beach have sunk or settled in a range of 0.8 to 3.1 inches.
In other news:
After investigating Jan. 6, House GOP sides with Trump and goes after Liz Cheney.
Federal Reserve is set to cut key rate but consumers might not feel much benefit anytime soon.
Congress unveils funding deal with more than $100 billion in disaster aid.
Trump sues Des Moines Register, pollster for 'election interference' after pre-election poll.
Trump’s lawyers allege juror misconduct in latest bid to get his hush money conviction dismissed.
Jill Biden says she has closed the book on teaching at Northern Virginia Community College.
NASA's 2 stuck astronauts face more time in space with return delayed until at least late March.
US shows off $1 billion Mexico City embassy after years of delays.
US to pay nearly $116M to settle lawsuits over rampant sexual abuse at California women's prison.
Tech consultant found guilty of second-degree murder in stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee.
Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings is charged in the death of a seventh woman.
Stock market today Wall Street trims its stellar gains as Nvidia's star dims again.
Retail sales rose at healthy pace last month in latest sign of US economy's health.
Energy chief Granholm warns against 'unfettered exports' of liquefied natural gas.
Company recalls over 541,000 winter tires because they don't have enough snow traction.
Tom Cruise gets a top U.S Navy honor for boosting the military with his screen roles.
Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her.
The Bucks beat the Thunder to win the NBA Cup, No. 1 Tennessee wins its 11th straight game in college basketball, the Hurricanes shut down the Islanders and the Blackhawks rally past the Capitals, an NFL starting quarterback is benched, a former baseball MVP is traded and more.
Court rules that UK police can seize millions from Andrew Tate in tax dispute.
7 foreign tourists hospitalized in Fiji were not poisoned by alcohol or illicit drugs, officials say.
Netanyahu says Israeli troops will occupy a buffer zone inside Syria for the foreseeable future.
A couple hundred North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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27 min
December 17, 2024Deadly Wisconsin school shooting; Trump holds freewheeling press conference
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police say a 15-year-old student opened fire inside a study hall at a small Christian school in Wisconsin, killing a teacher and a teenager. Monday's shooting prompted a swarm of police officers to descend on the school in response to a second grader’s 911 call. Police say the girl also wounded six others in the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, including two students who were in critical condition. Police say the shooter was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound when officers arrived and died en route to a hospital.
A senior Russian general has been killed by a bomb hidden in a scooter outside his apartment building in Moscow. The attack came a day after Ukraine’s security service leveled criminal charges against him. A Ukrainian official said the service carried out Tuesday's attack.
NEW YORK (AP) — A judge has refused to dismiss President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money conviction because of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling on presidential immunity. But the overall future of the historic case remains unclear. Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan’s decision Monday blocks one potential off-ramp from the case ahead of Trump's return to office next month.
WASHINGTON (AP) — At a time of heightened political division, Americans’ confidence in their country’s judicial system and courts dropped to a record low of 35% this year. That's according to a new Gallup poll.
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut has become the latest state to begin notifying its eligible citizens that some or all of their medical debt will soon be paid off. State officials announced Monday that nearly 23,000 residents with debt totaling $30 million are expected to be informed by mail beginning Dec. 23.
In other news:
Trump weighs in on NY mayor, vaccines and drones in freewheeling press conference at Mar-a-Lago.
Supreme Court declines appeal from Peter Navarro; Trump White House aide to return after prison term.
Drone detectors in New Jersey have found 'little or no evidence' of wrongdoing, governor says.
Two charged in connection with Iran drone strike that killed 3 US troops in the Middle East.
New Orleans insists its police department is ready to end federal oversight. Not all are convinced.
Stock market today Nasdaq hits a record as Wall Street drifts ahead of Federal Reserve's meeting.
TikTok asks the Supreme Court for an emergency order to block a US ban unless it's sold.
Former TV host Carlos Watson gets nearly 10 years in prison in case about failed startup Ozy Media.
The Vikings keep winning, the Falcons got a much needed win, the Lions have two more major injuries, the Pistons hold off the Heat in overtime, the Stanley Cup finalists meet
AP All-America team Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pick.
Negotiators say Israel and Hamas are inching toward a ceasefire deal. This is what it may look like.
7 foreign tourists hospitalized in Fiji after drinking cocktails at a resort bar.
Magnitude 7.3 earthquake causes widespread damage in Pacific island nation of Vanuatu.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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21 min
December 16, 2024New calls to track NJ drones; new films struggle at theaters
BOSTON (AP) — U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging the federal government to deploy advanced drone-tracking technology following weeks of reported drone sightings in parts of New York and New Jersey that have stirred fear and bewilderment. The New York Democrat is calling on the Department of Homeland Security to use the technology to track drones back to their landing spots.
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Health officials in the Gaza Strip say the death toll from the 14-month war between Israel and Hamas militants has topped 45,000 people.
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s biggest bank has apologized after an employee allegedly stole more than 1 billion yen ($6.6 million) from customers' safe deposit boxes.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week’s Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed’s policymakers are likely to signal fewer interest rate cuts next year than were previously expected.
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — France is rushing help by ship and military aircraft to its poor overseas territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean that has been shattered by its worst storm in nearly a century.
The Spider-Man spinoff “Kraven the Hunter” got off to a disastrous start in North American theaters this weekend. Studio estimates Sunday show the movie starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson earned only $11 million. This weekend's other major studio release was Warner Bros.’ animated “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim,” which made $5 million. “Moana 2” easily beat out the new releases, becoming the fourth highest grossing film of the year with $717 million globally. “Wicked" also continued to perform and crossed the $500 million threshold worldwide.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris thanked deep-pocketed Democratic donors who raised record sums in last month’s election loss to President-elect Donald Trump.
In other news:
Biden to sign proclamation establishing national monument honoring first US female Cabinet secretary.
Trump nominees should "steer clear" of undermining polio vaccine, McConnell says.
ABC agrees to give $15 million to Donald Trump's presidential library to settle defamation lawsuit.
Trump hosts Apple CEO at Mar-a-Lago as big tech leaders continue outreach to president-elect.
US Marines start partial transfer from Okinawa in Japan to Guam under plan agreed 12 years ago.
Court denies TikTok's request to halt enforcement of potential US ban until Supreme Court review.
Former Manhattan prosecutor to represent suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO.
After UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing, San Francisco police gave FBI tip about suspect's identity.
After a 15-year pause in executions, Indiana prepares to put to death a man who killed 4.
Small businesses say cautious shoppers are seeking "cozy" and "festive" this holiday season.
Flight takes kids to visit Santa at North Pole scene in transformed Denver airport hangar.
Margie Szaroleta has the AP Entertainment Update, featuring a Bob Dylan biography, "The Simpsons" and a return of "Malcolm in the Middle."
High scoring games around the NFL Sunday, quarterbacks with prolific performances and a crazy finish in New Orleans.
Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter wins Heisman Trophy as college football's top player.
Blake Horvath shines as Navy dominates in a 31-13 victory over Bryson Daily and No. 19 Army.
South Korea’s impeached leader avoids investigators as court begins meeting to determine his fate.
American pilgrim imprisoned in Syria calls his release a "blessing;" Greek village leans into faith in the fight against demographic collapse.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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26 min
December 14, 2024Dealing with rude customers and a shorter holiday shopping season
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Working Well When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace.
Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping season.
Turning dusty attic treasures into cash can yield millions for some and disappointment for others.
‘Polarization’ is Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year.
McDonald's employee who called 911 in CEO's shooting is eligible for a reward, but it will take time.
Play the lottery and skip the line for a chance to see the Supreme Court in action.
Luke Littler was an unknown a year ago. Now he's making millions and taking darts into mainstream.
More beans and less red meat Nutritionists weigh in on US dietary guidelines.
US health panel adds self-testing option for cervical cancer screening.
Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple.
The Associated Press names its Breakthrough Entertainers of 2024.
UK spy agency releases annual Christmas card puzzle to uncover future codebreakers.
Ukrainian man fleeing war rescued with his kitten on a perilous journey through Romanian mountains.
Rural resurrection: A Greek village leans into faith in fight against demographic collapse.
A New Zealander studied for a year to win the Spanish world Scrabble title. He doesn’t speak Spanish.
Journalists' rights group says 104 media workers killed this year. Gaza stands out for 2nd year.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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