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Widow of former Haiti president charged in his killing
The widow of the former president of Haiti has been charged in connection with his murder. Jovenel Moïse was shot dead in July of 2021 when armed suspects broke into his bedroom — killing him and injuring his wife, Martine Moïse. But now a judge says Martine was an accomplice in the killing. She is… -
Capital One to acquire Discover in $35 billion deal
In a significant move that will likely reshape the landscape of the U.S. banking and credit card industries, Capital One Financial has announced plans to acquire Discover Financial for $35.3 billion. This transaction will merge two of the nation’s premier lenders and credit card issuers, creating the sixth-largest bank in the United States. “Our acquisition… -
Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 20, 2024
The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny speaks out against Vladimir Putin following the death of her husband. And Capital One says it’s planning to acquire Discover for $35 billion. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin… -
Pro-Trump truckers vow to boycott NYC after fraud ruling
A group of truckers who support former President Donald Trump said they are boycotting New York City. The boycott is in response to a court ruling in which a New York judge ordered Trump to pay $355 million. Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron also restricted the former president from doing business in New York… -
Tractors take over downtown Prague as farmer protests continue in Europe
Farmers in tractors took to the streets of downtown Prague on Monday, Feb. 19, to protest rising energy prices and stringent climate change regulations. Hundreds of Czech farmers drove their tractors into town, blocking some lanes of traffic in the process. One farmer who talked to Reuters said he came out to signal his disapproval… -
LA City Council approves millions to clean abandoned, graffitied skyscrapers
Abandoned skyscrapers in downtown Los Angeles have become a canvas to graffiti artists. Windows of a 30-story abandoned building have been spray painted as the latest LA tourist attraction is proving to be problematic for the city and law enforcement. City Mayor Karen Bass has called the site a hazard and safety concern. “I guarantee… -
2 police officers and paramedic killed in Burnsville, Minnesota shooting
Authorities in Burnsville, Minnesota, announced they will release more details in the coming days regarding the fatal shooting that claimed the lives of two police officers and a paramedic early Sunday, Feb 19. Officers Paul Emstrand and Matthew Ruge, both 27, along with 40-year-old Adam Finseth, a firefighter and paramedic, were killed in the line… -
Daytona 500 rescheduled for historic Monday doubleheader after rain delay
Heavy rain in Florida has led to the postponement of NASCAR‘s 66th annual Daytona 500, originally scheduled for Sunday, Feb 18. This marks the first full-day postponement of the event since 2012, shifting gears from its original plans and setting the stage for a historic Monday at Daytona International Speedway. For the first time, fans… -
Osteen’s Houston megachurch holds healing services week after shooting
Healing services were held a week after a woman opened fire at celebrity pastor Joel Osteen’s Lakewood megachurch in Houston on Sunday, Feb. 11. Osteen and his wife Victoria, welcomed community members. “Lord, we think of your faithfulness, especially this week, Lord, what you brought us through,” Osteen said. “We don’t take it for granted.… -
United Nations court opens hearings into Israel’s occupation of Palestinian-claimed lands
Historic hearings concerning Israel opened Monday morning, Feb. 19, at the United Nations’ top court in The Hague. But while the country’s ongoing war with Hamas has been brought up, it is not the focus of this case, unlike last month’s ruling by the court that said Israel must take action to prevent acts of… -
Russia takes control of stronghold town of Avdiivka as war in Ukraine nears 2-year mark: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 19, 2024
Almost two years into its invasion of Ukraine, Russia takes control of a key stronghold. And the latest on what we know about the fatal shooting of two police officers and a paramedic in Minnesota. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Ukraine forces withdraw from Avdiivka as 2nd… -
OpenAI teases text-to-video technology as FTC warns of dangers
A video circulated on X that showed a picturesque Tokyo from above with snowflakes falling and people bustling along the sidewalk. However, the imagery didn’t come from a photographer, drone or anywhere someone has physically been. The video was completely AI-generated by Sora, a new text-to-video model created by OpenAI. Thursday, Feb. 15, OpenAI announced… -
House committee accuses Harvard of obstructing antisemitism probe
The House Education and Workforce Committee has subpoenaed Harvard University for allegedly obstructing an antisemitism investigation. The accusations stem from the congressional testimony of now former Harvard President Claudine Gay in a exchange with Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y. Gay’s congressional testimony prompted other investigations, including one accusing her of plagiarizing portions of her work for…
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