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December 02, 2024Biden pardons his son Hunter; Mormon church faces pushback
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter. That spares the younger Biden a possible prison sentence for federal felony gun and tax convictions and reverses the president's past promises not to use the extraordinary powers of the presidency for the benefit of his family. The Democratic president had previously said he would not pardon his son or commute his sentence after his convictions in Delaware and California.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Parts of the Great Lakes region are seeing new snow and face the prospect of even more this week after U.S. travelers battled harsh weather to get home after Thanksgiving.
Consumers in the U.S. are scouring the internet for online deals as they look to make the most of the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon on Cyber Monday. The National Retail Federation coined the term for the Monday after Black Friday in 2005.
CONAKRY, Guinea (AP) — Fifty-six people were killed and dozens injured as security forces tried to quell clashes during a soccer match in southern Guinea’s largest city.
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved budget plans, raising 2025 military spending to record levels as Moscow seeks to prevail in the war in Ukraine.
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Volkswagen workers have launched rolling two-hour strikes at nine plants across Germany to underscore their resistance to pay cuts and factory closures.
In other news:
Canada's ambassador says Trudeau told Trump the Canadian border can't be compared to Mexico's.
Trump says he'll nominate Kash Patel as FBI director to remake the agency. Here's what happens next.
DACA recipients worry their protection from deportation won't last another Trump term.
Trump and Republicans in Congress eye an ambitious 100-day agenda, starting with tax cuts.
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday it's time for Giving Tuesday.
Regulators cracked down on sweet vapes after use by kids spiked. Now the Supreme Court is wading in.
More than 3,000 fake Gibson guitars seized at Los Angeles port.
The NFL playoff picture continues to take shape, the NBA's top two teams square off, a light schedule in the NHL and apair of college football coaches are shown the door.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen gets engaged to Hailee Steinfeld.
A landmark climate change case will open at the top UN court as island nations fear rising seas.
Negotiators fail to reach an agreement on a plastic pollution treaty. Talks to resume next year.
Activists say Mexican authorities have broken up 2 migrant caravans heading to the US.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, the Mormon church experiences pushback in a temple building boom.
—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
November 27, 2024Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire appears to hold; Dodgers add another star
TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — A ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah appears to be holding as residents in cars heaped with belongings streamed back toward southern Lebanon. Many are ignoring warnings from the Israeli and Lebanese military that they stay away. If it holds, the ceasefire would bring an end to nearly 14 months of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
The Thanksgiving travel rush is picking up, with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to be much busier than the last couple days. A lot of travelers will be watching weather forecasts to see if rain or snow could slow them down. The AAA expects about 80 millions Americans to travel for the holiday.
NEW YORK (AP) — Law enforcement officials say they have broken up a shoplifting ring that stole nearly $2 million in merchandise from well-known stores and resold the items in New York City as well as in the Dominican Republic.
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The biggest November snowstorm to hit South Korea’s capital in more than a half century has blanketed the capital, grounding hundreds of flights and disrupting traffic. South Korea’s weather agency said 7.8 to 10 inches of snow fell in northern areas of Seoul and nearby areas.
NEW YORK (AP) — The holiday season really kicks off when the massive helium balloons start floating through New York on Thursday for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans’ outlook on the economy improved modestly in November, lifted by expectations for lower inflation and more hiring.
In other news:
Trump fills out his economic team with two veterans of his first administration.
Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya, who backed COVID herd immunity, to lead National Institutes of Health.
After delay, Trump signs agreement with Biden White House to begin formal transition handoff.
A fugitive wanted in the US for a pair of bombings is arrested in the UK after 20 years on the run.
Rudy Giuliani in courtroom outburst accuses judge in assets case of being unfair, drawing a rebuke.
Thanksgiving travelers are OK to bring turkey, stuffing and more through checkpoints, TSA says.
Stock market today Wall Street hits records despite tariff talk.
Maryland police say FBI agent sexually assaulted 2 women after promising free tattoos for modeling.
Man found guilty of holding down teen while he was raped at a youth center in 1998.
Massachusetts man who spent decades in prison for a murder he didn't commit is awarded $13 million.
Pilot who rescued animals all over the country dies in crash. 2 of his canine passengers survived.
Baseball's rich get richer, a major upset in college hoops, a clash of top-10 teams goes to overtime, and the healthier Suns get a win.
Juan Soto could decide on his next team before or during baseball's winter meetings.
SEC losses are big gains for SMU and Indiana in latest College Football Playoff rankings.
Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media.
ICC prosecutor requests arrest warrants for the head of Myanmar's military regime.
Philippine police file criminal complaints against VP Sara Duterte and her security aides.
—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
November 26, 2024Thanksgiving travel heats up; egg prices on the rise
Travelers are on their way toward Thanksgiving Day destinations, but weather could cause issues in parts of the country.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of obese Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare or Medicaid under a new rule the Biden administration proposed Tuesday morning.
DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — EInterpol says it arrested 1,006 suspects in Africa during a two-month operation that clamped down on cybercrime that left tens of thousands of victims, including some who were trafficked, and produced millions in financial damages.
NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs. He said he would impose a 25% tax on all products entering the country from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China as one of his first executive orders.
Egg prices are on the rise again as a lingering outbreak of bird flu coincides with high demand during the holiday baking season. The average price for a dozen eggs in U.S. cities was $3.37 in October, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
In other news:
Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump.
Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to graphic cigarette warning labels.
Joe Biden begins final White House holiday season with turkey pardons for 'Peach' and 'Blossom.'
A Missouri judge says a law banning surgery, medications for transgender minors is constitutional.
Should sex abuse evidence set the Menendez brothers free? A judge will decide.
FBI agent acquitted in 2020 train shooting is arrested on sexual assault charges.
California could offer electric vehicle rebates if Trump eliminates tax credit, Newsom says.
Raw milk from a California dairy is recalled after routine testing detected the bird flu virus.
Are you in charge of a holiday feast Follow these tips for food safety.
Stock market today: Dow hits another record as stocks rise.
Walmart becomes latest - and biggest - company to roll back its DEI policies.
Workers at Charlotte airport, an American Airlines hub, go on strike during Thanksgiving travel week.
Couple charged in ring suspected of stealing $1 million in Lululemon clothes.
White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Black neighbor in lengthy dispute.
The Ravens rally from an early deficit to beat the Chargers, hot shooting gives the Knicks a road win, the Nets pull away late to beat the Warriors, the Celtics mark the return of Kristaps Porzingis with a victory, the two-time defending NCAA basketball champions are bested in Maui, the Hurricanes get a huge third period to beat the Stars, a free agent pitcher is heading to west coast, and a Hall-of-Fame golfer is skipping his upcoming tournament in the Bahamas.
San Jose State, which received 6 forfeit wins, seeded 2nd with bye in MW volleyball tournament.
US goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher is retiring from international soccer.
An average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or relative per day in 2023, the UN says.
G7 foreign ministers push for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in final G7 of Biden administration.
Philippine investigators summon VP Duterte over her public threats against President Marcos.
UK authorities charge a man in last week's bomb hoax at the US Embassy.
Tourist yacht goes down in the Red Sea; deaths and injuries.
DHL cargo plane crashes and skids into a house in Lithuania, killing Spanish crew member.
—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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28 min
November 25, 2024AAA, TSA predict busy week for travel; big weekend for 'Wicked,' 'Gladiator'
DALLAS (AP) — The Thanksgiving travel rush is expected to be bigger than ever this year. AAA predicts that nearly 80 million people in the U.S. will venture at least 50 miles from home between Tuesday and next Monday — most of them by car. Thanksgiving Day falling so late this year has altered traditional travel patterns. At airports, the Transportation Security Administration says it could screen a record number of U.S. air travelers on Sunday.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge will decide whether new evidence warrants a re-examination of the convictions of Erik and Lyle Menendez in the shotgun murders of their parents in their Beverly Hills home more than 30 years ago.
The Israeli ambassador to Washington says that a cease-fire deal to end fighting between Israel and the Lebanon-based Hezbollah could be reached “within days.”
Reports say the Russian military has captured a Briton fighting with Ukrainian troops who have occupied part of Russia’s Kursk region.
NEW YORK (AP) — Best-selling author Barbara Taylor Bradford has died. She was 91. She became a publishing sensation in her 40s with the tenacious saga “A Woman of Substance” and wrote more than dozen other novels that sold more than 80 million copies worldwide.
Politics remains a subject best left off the Thanksgiving menu when family and friends gather.
In other news:
Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far.
Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress.
US Air Force says drones spotted near 3 bases in England last week.
Judge in Alex Jones' bankruptcy to hear arguments on The Onion's bid for Infowars.
Cheating on your spouse is no longer a crime in New York, with the repeal of a little-known 1907 law.
Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick.
'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts, a look at the National Dog Show and Chuck Woolery, the smooth-talking game show host of 'Love Connection' and 'Scrabble,' dies at 83.
A wild finish helps the Cowboys end their skid, the Chiefs get another win in nail-biting fashion, the Packers get revenge in a divisional playoff rematch, the Eagles add to their lead in the NFC East, the Cavaliers remain undefeated at home, the Celtics get a down-to-the-wire win over Minnesota, and another NHL team makes a mid-season coaching change.
The United Arab Emirates arrests 3 Uzbek nationals for the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi.
The number of children recruited by gangs in Haiti soars by 70%, UNICEF says.
In South Korea, nations meet in final round to address global plastic crisis.
—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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November 23, 2024Holiday travel season begins, a lost waltz and Trump's guitars
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Airports ready for holiday crowds.
Starting a small business is hard. Exiting can be even harder, but planning early is the key.
McDonald's to expand US value menu as fast food chains battle for bargain seekers.
Has a waltz written by composer Frederic Chopin been discovered in an NYC museum.
The 'super year' of elections has been super bad for incumbents as voters punish them in droves.
Trump has promised again to release the last JFK files. But experts say don’t expect big revelations.
Donald Trump's latest branded venture is guitars that cost up to $10,000.
Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines Trump’s defense pick reignites the debate.
Texas offers Trump land on US-Mexico border for potential mass deportations.
About 20% of Americans regularly get their news from influencers on social media, report says.
Betty White Forever New stamp will honor the much-beloved Golden Girls actor.
Forget driverless cars. One company wants autonomous helicopters to spray crops and fight fires.
Volunteers came back to nonprofits in 2023, after the pandemic tanked participation.
New Hampshire shelter faces enor-mouse problem after man surrenders nearly 1,000 rodents.
NFL issues security alert to teams and the players' union following recent burglaries.
NBA memo to players urges increased vigilance regarding home security following break-ins.
WNBA corporate sponsorship deals are growing. But not every athlete is getting their due.
Today he is a high school football player. Soon he'll be a Buddhist lama in the Himalayas.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10% of farmland into forest.
$344 for a coffee Scottish farm is selling UK's most expensive cup.
Texas weighs Bible-related curriculum for public schools, placement of the Ten Commandments in classrooms faces a legal roadblock, and Ohio religious schools may so.
—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
November 22, 2024Trump chooses Pam Bondi for AG; Ohtani, Judge win MVPs
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has named Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to be U.S. attorney general just hours after his other choice, Matt Gaetz, withdrew his name. Bondi is a longtime Trump ally and was one of his lawyers during his first impeachment trial. She’s been a vocal critic of the criminal cases against Trump. She has also been a chair at the America First Policy Institute, a think tank set up by former Trump administration staffers. Gaetz stepped aside amid continued fallout over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer.
FORESTVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A major storm moving through Northern California has toppled trees and dropped heavy snow and record rain after knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of people in Washington and Oregon.
VANG VIENG, Laos (AP) — A second Australian teenager who fell critically ill after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos has died, according to a family statement sent to Australian media.
GENEVA (AP) — The United Nations says more aid workers, health care staffers, delivery personnel and other humanitarians have been killed in 2024 than in any other single year.
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s parliament has canceled a session as security was tightened after Russia deployed a new ballistic missile that threatens to escalate the nearly three-year war.
U.S. health officials say a deadly outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to a massive recall of popular Boar's Head deli meats is over. Ten people died and 61 were sickened in 19 states in the outbreak. The outbreak is considered over 60 days after the last reported illness.
In other news:
Democrats strike deal to get more Biden judges confirmed before Congress adjourns.
The FBI and DHS leaders won't testify publicly about national security threats before the Senate.
A Mexican cartel leader arrested in the US faked his death and assumed a phony name, prosecutors say.
Justice Department finds a pattern of misconduct by police in Trenton, New Jersey.
Bank makes hundreds of millions in loans available to assist Helene recovery in North Carolina.
Alabama carries out nation’s third nitrogen gas execution on a man for a hitchhiker's killing.
Jussie Smollett’s conviction in 2019 attack on himself is overturned.
What will happen to CNBC and MSNBC when they no longer have a corporate connection to NBC News.
Stock market today Wall Street rises with Nvidia as bitcoin bursts above $99,000.
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises to highest level since July.
US home sales rose in October, notching their first annual gain in more than three years.
US applications for jobless benefits fall to 213,000, remaining near 7-month lows.
6 agencies investigate after a photographer says he found remains in a burned Georgia funeral home.
Penn State wins trademark case over retailer's use of vintage logos, images.
The Steelers and Browns brave the elements in Thursday Night Football, the Lakers put their winning streak to the test against the Magic, baseball announces its MVP awards, and one of hockey's stars suffers a significant injury.
At least 38 killed as gunmen open fire on vehicles carrying Shiites in northwest Pakistan.
—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
November 21, 2024Warrants issued for Netanyahu, Hamas officials; Sale, Skubal Cy Young winners
THE HAGUE (AP) — The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas officials, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity over actions taken during their 13-month war in Gaza and the October 2023 attack on Israel respectively.
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) — A woman told police that she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave. That's according to a detailed investigative report made public late Wednesday.
SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — Rain and snow are pummeling Northern California as the region feels the effects of a major storm that could cause flash flooding and rockslides. It's the latest wave of damaging weather to strike the West Coast.
It was mostly Chris Stapleton’s night at the Country Music Association Awards. Stapleton won four times and took the stage to perform three times Wednesday night at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. But an absent Morgan Wallen won the biggest award, entertainer of the year. Stapleton's wins included single of the year and song of the year for “White Horse,” and his eighth trophy as male vocalist of the year. Best female vocalist of the year went to Laney Johnson.
NEW YORK (AP) — Target has reported sluggish sales and slumping profits in the fiscal third quarter as inflation-weary customers curtailed their spending on apparel and other non-essential items.
In other news:
The FBI arrested a man who's been charged with planning an attack on the New York Stock Exchange.
Trump chooses former acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker as NATO ambassador.
Trump-backed Republican Nick Begich beats Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola for Alaska’s only House seat.
US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment.
US charges tycoon Gautam Adani with defrauding investors, hiding plan to bribe Indian officials.
Tennessee man involved in Capitol riot is convicted of planning to kill investigators.
Stock market today Wall Street drifts as Target tumbles.
Ford, facing economic headwinds and weak EV sales, to cut 4,000 jobs in Europe.
Susan Smith is denied parole 30 years after drowning 2 sons by rolling car into South Carolina lake.
Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Liam Payne's One Direction bandmates among the mourners at singer's funeral.
Mother of cinematographer killed on set of Alec Baldwin film 'Rust' boycotts its world premiere.
The Cavaliers remain the NBA's hottest team, college basketball has a new all-time winningest coach, and baseball has its 2024 Cy Young winners.
What to know about Transgender Day of Remembrance and violence against trans people.
UN authorizes first mpox vaccine for children in an attempt to control Congo outbreak.
US vetoes UN resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza because there's no link to a hostage release.
At UN climate talks, a draft of the deal gives little clarity on climate cash for developing nations.
Ukraine has seen success in building clean energy, which is harder for Russia to destroy.
Volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula erupts for the 7th time in a 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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26 min
November 20, 2024Western embassies in Kyiv; Trump continues filling key posts
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The U.S. and some other Western embassies in Kyiv are staying closed Wednesday for security reasons, with the American delegation saying it had received a warning of a potentially significant Russian air attack on the Ukrainian capital. The precautionary step came after Russian officials promised a response to President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets on Russian soil with U.S.-made missiles — a move that angered the Kremlin. The U.S. Embassy said its closure and attack warning were issued in the context of ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and anticipated a quick return to regular operations. The Italian and Greek embassies also shut to the public for the day, but the British government said its embassy remained open.
SEATTLE (AP) — A major storm was sweeping across the northwest U.S., battering the region with strong winds and rain. It caused widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person.
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — A new study says human-caused climate change made Atlantic hurricanes about 18 mph stronger in the last six years. Wednesday's study says most storms gained so much strength due to warmer waters from climate change that they jumped an entire hurricane category, which means much more damage caused.
President-elect Donald Trump is filling key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on people who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign. On Tuesday, he announced professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon for education secretary, Wall Street executive Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary and TV doctor Mehmet Oz as his choice to oversee the Medicaid and Medicare programs.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Susan Smith will ask a parole board in South Carolina for her freedom for the first time on Wednesday. The 53-year-old rolled her car into a lake in 1994 with her 3-year-old and 14-month-old sons still strapped inside.
BALTIMORE (AP) — President Joe Biden’s pending request to Congress for nearly $100 billion in emergency disaster aid includes money to rebuild Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge after its deadly collapse in March. Maryland’s congressional delegation is also working to secure 100% federal funding to cover the nearly $2 billion in estimated reconstruction costs.
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Police in Pakistan have arrested a man accused of insulting Islam’s holy book after being alerted that a mob wanted to lynch him.
In other news:
GOP senators divided on release of Gaetz ethics report as Trump pressures them to move quickly.
Woman testified that she saw Matt Gaetz having sex with 17-year-old, attorney says.
House Republicans signal support for proposal to ban bathroom access for 1st transgender member.
Prosecutors tell New York judge they oppose any effort to dismiss President-elect Donald Trump's hush money conviction.
FEMA administrator says she supports investigation of alleged Trump bias in relief efforts.
Jersey Mike's sandwich chain is acquired by private equity firm Blackstone for $8 billion.
NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more water.
Morgan Wallen leads nominations for CMA Awards.
Arthur Frommer, travel guide innovator, has died at 95.
The Cavaliers are no longer unbeaten, Marquette tops Purdue in college hoopes, the 2024 Major League managers of the year have been crowned and the NHL's Jets end their skid.
Foreign governments criticize Hong Kong's sentencing of 45 activists. Beijing defends it.
Tampa Bay Rays say new St. Pete stadium is unlikely to be ready for 2028 season, if at all.
Big money to respond to climate change is key to UN talks in Baku. How can nations raise it.
Iran has increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, UN says.
—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
November 19, 2024Putin signs new Russian nuclear doctrine; chains offer Thanksgiving meal deals
The Russian Defense Ministry says that Ukraine fired six U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Russia’s Bryansk region. The statement on Tuesday came days after President Joe Biden eased restrictions on Ukrainian use of American-made weapons in the war. President Vladimir Putin has signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack. Putin’s endorsement of the new nuclear deterrent policy on Tuesday comes on the 1,000th day after he sent troops into Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022.
BEIRUT (AP) — A United States envoy says an agreement to end the Israel-Hezbollah war is “within our grasp” after meeting with officials in Lebanon. There is no such optimism in the Gaza Strip, where the looting of nearly 100 aid trucks by armed men has worsened an already severe food crisis.
SEATTLE (AP) — Northern California and the Pacific Northwest are bracing for what is expected to be a powerful storm. Heavy rain and winds are set to pummel the region and potentially cause power outages and flash floods.
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart ratcheted up sales and profits again in the third quarter with its comparatively low prices proving a powerful draw for shoppers seeking to cut spending where they could. The nation’s largest retailer raised its outlook for the year as well.
NEW YORK (AP) — With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, food retailers are trying to tempt Americans who haven't recovered from recent price inflation. Walmart, Target, Aldi and other grocers are competing for a place on holiday tables with turkey dinner deals and other promotions.
In other news:
Biden seeks nearly $100 billion in emergency disaster aid after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Trump says he is naming former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary.
Donald Trump Jr. says pushback against Cabinet picks proves they're the disrupters voters wanted.
Steve Bannon's trial in a border wall charity scheme case delayed until February.
Stock market today Wall Street rises following last week's slide.
US regulators open 2 investigations into Ford recalls just days after penalizing the company.
US to add features such as blind spot warnings and pedestrian detection to vehicle crash ratings.
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy as financial losses pile up and debt payments loom.
Dozens are sickened and 1 person died after eating carrots contaminated with E. coli.
Judge strikes down Wyoming abortion laws, including an explicit ban on pills to end pregnancy.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs lawyers claim seizure of writings from cell is 'outrageous government conduct.'
The Texans extend the Cowboys losing skid, Jones demoted by the Giants, baseball Rookie of the Year Awards announced, and Sixers spiral to 2-11, Correspondent Chuck Freimund reports.
Lakers to honor former coach Pat Riley with a statue outside their downtown arena.
Abuse survivors urge the Vatican to globalize the zero-tolerance policy it approved in the US.
1,000 days of war in Ukraine, distilled in a single 24-hour span of violence and resilience.
—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
November 18, 2024Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy; Trump's latest picks
Spirit Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot as it struggles to recover from the pandemic-caused swoon in travel and a failed attempt to sell the airline to JetBlue. Spirit is the biggest U.S. budget airline.
President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied missiles to strike deeper inside Russia. Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied long-range missiles is being met with ominous warnings from Moscow, a hint of menace from Kyiv and nods of approval from some Western allies.
PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has selected Chris Wright, a campaign donor and fossil fuel executive, to serve as energy secretary after his second administration begins in January.
ISTANBUL (AP) — Doctors, nurses and an ambulance driver are among health care workers on trial accused of causing at least 10 infant deaths linked to a scheme to defraud Turkey's social security system.
LONDON (AP) — A gold pocket watch given to the ship captain who rescued 700 survivors from the Titanic has sold at auction for nearly $2 million. The 18-carat Tiffany watch was given by three women survivors to Capt.
In other news:
In their final meeting, Xi tells Biden that China is ready to work with a new US administration.
Biden becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Amazon rainforest.
The last actions the Biden administration will take before Trump takes over the White House.
Will the antitrust showdown launched under Biden turn into 'Let's Make A Deal' under Trump.
Judge blocks Biden administration's rule to expand overtime pay for millions.
Trump's Pentagon pick paid woman after sex assault allegation but denies wrongdoing, his lawyer says.
Jackie Quinn reports on the Speaker of the House supporting Donald Trump's pick for attorney general.
Trump names Karoline Leavitt as youngest ever White House press secretary.
Trump names Brendan Carr, senior GOP leader at FCC, to lead the agency.
New York court considers new evidence, possible delay in Trump ally Steve Bannon's border wall trial.
Rudy Giuliani has turned over his luxury watches and Mercedes in defamation case, lawyer says.
McDonald's is investing $100 million to bring customers back after E. coli outbreak.
US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler.
California will rename places to remove racist term for a Native American woman.
Company announces nearly $712 million project in Kentucky to make batteries used to store energy.
2 killed, 10 wounded in shootings near New Orleans parade route.
NYC politicians call on Whoopi Goldberg to apologize for saying bakery denied order over politics.
How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 million.
Dwayne Johnson’s $200 million+ Christmas pic opens to $34.1 million.
'The Voice' winner Sundance Head recovers at home after being accidentally shot on his Texas ranch.
The Chiefs are no longer undefeated, the Cavaliers stay perfect and Alex Ovechkin continues his torrid pace as he chases Wayne Gretzky's all time NHL goals scored record.
UConn's Geno Auriemma ties NCAA Division I record with 1,216th win as No. 2 Huskies top No. 14 UNC.
Trial to begin in human smuggling case after freezing deaths of Indian family at Canada-US border.
As talks in Baku cross the halfway point, nations are no closer to a goal on cash for climate action.
Pope Francis calls for investigation to determine if Israel's attacks in Gaza constitute 'genocide.'
Poultry infected with bird flu found on commercial farm in England.
—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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