South Africa’s ANC kicks former president Jacob Zuma out of party he once led
By Sarah Dean and Jessie Gretener, CNN (CNN) — South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma has been expelled from the African National…
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At these locations around the world, cats are the star
Associated Press From the White House to a Puerto Rican coffee shop. From 10 Downing St. to Russia’s state museum. Cats are beloved mascots and…
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Former South Africa president Zuma is expelled by his former ANC party after forming a challenger
Associated Press JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Former South African president Jacob Zuma has been expelled by his former African National Congress party…
Continue Reading 2 children dead and 11 people injured in stabbing rampage at a dance class in England, police say
Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Bloodied children ran screaming from a dance and yoga class “like a scene from a horror movie” to escape a…
Continue Reading Longtime Phelps coach Bob Bowman was in tears watching new star pupil Léon Marchand win gold
AP Sports Writer NANTERRE, France (AP) — Bob Bowman teared up, just as he used to do watching Michael Phelps win Olympic gold medals. This time it…
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A half-million records and one app: The group behind a massive effort to ‘clean’ voter rolls
CNN By Curt Devine, Yahya Abou-Ghazala and Kyung Lah, CNN (CNN) — Police officers in Texas, senior citizens at a nursing home in Pennsylvania…
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Local teacher recognized nationally
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local teacher just returned from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he was bestowed with a prestigious award from the…
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Americans keep turning their backs on McDonald’s
By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — Inflation has caught up with McDonald’s, and budget-conscious Americans are looking elsewhere for their…
Continue Reading Is paying college athletes charity? Even in the confusing NIL era, it looks increasingly unlikely
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The entrance of name, image and likeness deals in college sports has raised questions about what it means to be a…
Continue Reading Alma Powell, wife of late Secretary of State Colin Powell, dies at 86
By Karl de Vries, CNN (CNN) — Alma Johnson Powell, the wife of the late Secretary of State Colin Powell, has died. She was 86. Her death was…
Continue Reading Skyrocketing power bills draw protests near Pakistan’s capital
Associated Press ISLAMABAD (AP) — Protests over skyrocketing power bills have shut down a major road into Pakistan’s capital as some 3,000…
Continue Reading Two meteor showers are set to peak this week. Here’s how to see them
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — Look up at the night sky this week for a chance to see high-speed meteors and bright fireballs from two meteor…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Mucky, muggy, Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We kick off the work week with an ABC-7 First Alert in effect for the poor air quality. An air quality alert is in effect…
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Simone Biles’ husband, Jonathan Owens, will watch her at the Olympics. Why has he drawn criticism?
AP National Writer Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is taking a break from training camp to support his wife, American gymnastics superstar Simone…
Continue Reading China’s Xi calls for cooperation with Italy, evoking ancient ‘Silk Road’
BEIJING (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping called for further cooperation with Italy on Monday at a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia…
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Nicolás Maduro dice que no habrá “fascismo”, habla de hackeo y lanza insultos a Milei
Ángela Reyes Haczek (CNN Español) — El presidente Nicolás Maduro celebró el resultado de las elecciones de este domingo en Venezuela, luego…
Continue Reading Turkish official accuses Israel of targeting Erdogan after he seemed to threaten to invade over Gaza
ISTANBUL (AP) — A senior Turkish official accuses the Israeli government of trying to hide war crimes by targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan…
Continue Reading High Court judge in the UK upholds the government ban on puberty blockers
Associated Press LONDON (AP) — A High Court judge has upheld the British government’s emergency ban on puberty blockers. Justice Beverley Lang…
Continue Reading McDonald’s same-store sales fall for 1st time since 2020 as tapped-out customers hold on to cash
AP Business Writer McDonald’s global same-stores fell for the first time in nearly four years in the second quarter as inflation-weary consumers…
Continue Reading From the opening ceremony to DiscOlympics, Cerrone still reigns nearly 50 years on
AP Entertainment Writer PARIS (AP) — Disco might seem like a thing of the past, but legendary Frecnh artist Cerrone is bringing it into the present…
Continue Reading Australian inquiry will hear evidence that Christian extremists killed 3 in an act of terrorism
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — An expert will tell an inquiry that three Christian extremists killed two police officers and a…
Continue Reading Paris Olympics set record for number of openly LGBTQ+ athletes, but some say progress isn’t finished
Associated Press PARIS (AP) — A record number of athletes openly identifying as LGBTQ+ are competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Activist groups…
Continue Reading AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primaries
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Candidates for federal and state legislative posts will compete for their parties’ nominations in primaries in…
Continue Reading North Korean officials seek medicine for Kim’s health problems related to obesity, Seoul says
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s spy agency says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and has…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for July 29: Presidential race, Wildfires, Middle East, Abortion laws, Venezuela election
By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — Several athletes have delivered standout performances at the 2024 Olympics, but the US in particular brought…
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Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke linked to increased risk of dementia diagnosis, new study finds
By Maya Davis, CNN (CNN) — California’s wildfires have been increasing in size and frequency, producing vast amounts of smoke that contribute…
Continue Reading More than half of American renters who want to buy a home fear they’ll never afford one
By Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — The dream of homeownership feels out of reach for many American families. The vast majority (86%) of current…
Continue Reading Harris sees opening in Vance as she considers her own pick for vice president
CNN By Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN (CNN) — Kamala Harris’ plan as a running mate was to brush past JD Vance as nothing but a rubber stamp for…
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Road closures in El Paso County, Las Cruces for the week of July 29 to August 2
EL PASO, Texas — From west to east El Paso, to Southern New Mexico there’s a construction project in almost every part of the Borderland. Here’s a…
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‘Too f***ing sexy.’ Female comedians are flipping the script on what they wear to perform
By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — Close your eyes and imagine a stand-up comedian. Perhaps they’re standing in a basement in front of an exposed…
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