Tufts University to remove Sackler name from buildings and programs
Tufts University said Thursday that it will remove the Sackler name from facilities and programs “starting immediately.” The Sackler name…
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Greta Thunberg criticizes world leaders’ climate actions as they meet at COP25 to discuss the crisis
Teen activist Greta Thunberg on Friday again criticized world leaders gathered for the COP25 conference in Madrid for not doing enough to stop the…
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Bolsonaro salió al cruce de Trump y negó un aumento “artificial” del dólar
(CNN Español) — El presidente de Brasil, Jair Bolsonaro, salió al cruce de su colega de EE.UU., Donald Trump y aseguró que su país no está…
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Pet owner warns others after cat shot in the eye with BB gun
Click here for updates on this story ANTIOCH, TN (WTVF) — An Antioch pet owner is taking time to warn others after her…
Continue Reading Colorado Springs Santa needs help to bring holiday cheer after having leg amputated
Click here for updates on this story COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (KMGH) — A local Santa had his Christmas season postponed…
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Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino celebrates 4 years of sobriety
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino is a changed man. The “Jersey Shore” stalwart marked four years of sobriety with an Instagram…
Continue Reading Vicepresidente de El Salvador pide más poder para el Parlamento Centroamericano
(CNN Español) — En la apertura del Foro Regional del Sistema de Integración Centroamericana (SICA) 2019, el vicepresidente de El Salvador,…
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One of Latin America’s most valuable startups is changing the way Brazilians bank
When David Vélez walked into a Brazilian bank branch to open an account six years ago, he was appalled by the experience. First, he had to check his…
Continue Reading Chris Smith became a single dad when his girlfriend died. The Browns cut him this week
Cutting an NFL player is rarely an easy decision. But this one was harder than most, when the Cleveland Browns waived defensive end Chris Smith this…
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Was it terrorism? 4 dead, including Saudi shooter, at U.S. naval base in Florida
PENSACOLA, Florida — A shooter opened fire in a classroom building at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola on Friday in an attack that left four…
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In New Zealand, McDonald’s new McVeggie burger is not strictly vegetarian
McDonald’s New Zealand has launched its McVeggie burger, but there’s a catch that could leave meat-free patrons dismayed: It’s not…
Continue Reading Tony Shalhoub once drove Bill Murray around in a cab
He’s known to most for starring in “Monk” or as his role as “Abe Weissman” on “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”…
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‘Marriage Story’ explores the pain and confusion of divorce
“Marriage Story” is an ironic title for writer-director Noah Baumbach’s latest foray into family dysfunction, since “Divorce…
Continue Reading Mujer ‘milagro’ sobrevive a un paro cardíaco de seis horas
(CNN) — Una mujer británica se recuperó por completo después de sufrir un paro cardíaco de seis horas causado por una hipotermia severa, una…
Continue Reading Man accused of killing Boston doctors told police he had affair with one and killed the other in self-defense
The man accused of killing two doctors in their Boston penthouse told police he was having an affair with one and killed the other in self-defense,…
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Caroline Wozniacki to retire after the Australian Open
Caroline Wozniacki has announced her plans to retire from professional tennis. The former world No. 1 said Friday that her final tournament will be…
Continue Reading Church members honor Notre Dame with gingerbread replica
Click here for updates on this story WESTON, MO (KSHB) — The world saw a destructive scene earlier this year at one of…
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New book ‘One Day at Disney’ takes an inside look at the magic
EL PASO, Texas – A new book lets you discover what it’s like to report to work every day for The Walt Disney Company. “One Day at Disney” takes…
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County Judge Ricardo Samaniego discusses plans for all-abilities playgrounds
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – County Judge Ricardo Samaniego appeared on ABC-7 at Four to discuss the plans for three all-abilities playgrounds at Ascarate…
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Trump nabs win on rule that could reshape legal immigration, but hold remains in place
A federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration on a rule that makes it more difficult for immigrants who rely on government…
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Former El Paso Chihuahuas outfielder Cody Decker featured in documentary presentation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Cody Decker, former outfielder for the El Paso Chihuahuas, is back in town to host a showing of a documentary which features…
Continue Reading North Carolina Republican won’t seek reelection after congressional map redrawn
North Carolina Republican Rep. George Holding announced Friday that he will not seek reelection, saying in a statement that “newly redrawn…
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El Paso and Juarez to host Sister Cities Summit in 2020
EL PASO, Texas – Sister Cities International has selected El Paso and Ciudad Juárez as the host cities for the All Mexico – U.S. Sister Cities…
Continue Reading OPEC and its allies agree to deeper production cuts to prop up oil prices
OPEC, Russia and other oil producing nations have agreed to deeper production cuts in an attempt to support crude prices in the face of a looming…
Continue Reading No cars, few people: Brazil’s Ilha do Cardoso is a true escape
There are no established roads, no cars. There’s not even a school bus; children are picked up and taken to school by boat. Electricity is…
Continue Reading Democratic candidate Andrew Yang hopes the ‘power of sport can unite us’
In the United States these days, it’s sometimes hard to say anything without offending someone. Political discourse has become pervasive. You…
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Nancy Pelosi is about to face the biggest challenge of her speakership
Nancy Pelosi’s place in the history books is already secure. She will always be the first woman ever to serve as speaker of the House —…
Continue Reading An 83-year-old great-grandpa’s Christmas song finally made it on the radio. Next up? World domination.
Ho ho ho, He he he, Coming down the chim-uh-knee This little Christmas ditty might not sound familiar yet, but 83-year-old Johnny Gondesen sure hopes…
Continue Reading Volunteers hand out 100s of blankets to keep homeless warm
Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, OR (KPTV) — A Coos Bay native was behind the handout of an estimated 500…
Continue Reading Muhammad makes list of top 10 baby names in the US for the first time
For the first time, Muhammad is one of the top 10 most popular baby names for boys in the United States, according to data from the parenting website…
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