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Presidents have used immigration ‘parole’ since the 1950s. Now it could disappear under Trump

November 26, 2024 7:46 AM Associated Press

Associated Press MIAMI (AP) — Cuba’s at one of its lowest points since the 1959 revolution, with nationwide scarcity fueling massive emigration, occasional protests and government crackdowns. Gangs control the streets of Haiti’s capital, firing on arriving jets and forcing delays in elections to replace slain President Jovenel Moïse. Nicaragua’s president has imprisoned protesters, opposition

A strong quake hits Japan’s Noto region but there’s no tsunami danger

November 26, 2024 7:42 AM Associated Press

TOKYO (AP) — A strong earthquake has struck Japan’s north-central region of Noto that’s still recovering from a deadly quake early this year. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 6.4 quake struck late Tuesday off the western coast of the Noto Peninsula at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). It says there’s no

New rule allows HIV-positive organ transplants

November 26, 2024 7:38 AM Associated Press

AP Medical Writer People with HIV who need a kidney or liver transplant will be able to receive an organ from a donor with HIV under a new rule announced Tuesday by U.S. health officials. Previously, such transplants could be done only as part of research studies. The new rule, which takes effect Wednesday, is

Mexico suggests it would impose its own tariffs to retaliate against any Trump tariffs

November 26, 2024 7:22 AM Associated Press

MEXICO CITY (AP) — President Claudia Sheinbaum suggested Tuesday that Mexico could retaliate with tariffs of its own, after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 25% import duties on Mexican goods if the country doesn’t stop the flow of drugs and migrants across the border. Sheinbaum said she was willing to engage in talks

‘Lilo & Stitch’ live-action movie to crash into theaters next summer

November 26, 2024 7:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Stitch looks ready to cause some havoc. That’s based on the newly released teaser trailer for the upcoming live-action version of “Lilo & Stitch.” Stitch, the beloved blue extraterrestrial first introduced in the 2002 animated film, is seen smashing sand castles and generally being mischievous. The remake reportedly

Five people were killed in Jamaica in the island’s latest mass shooting

November 26, 2024 7:20 AM Associated Press

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Five people have been fatally shot in Jamaica, marking the latest mass shooting on the small island. Local media reported that the shooting occurred late Monday in the southeastern parish of St. Andrew, where the capital of Kinston is located. No one has been arrested. It wasn’t immediately clear

Will Trump’s return lead to a new wave of bestselling books?

November 26, 2024 7:19 AM Associated Press

AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump is coming back to the White House, but don’t expect another “Fire and Fury,” or much fire and fury in book publishing in general. Authors and publishers doubt that the reading public will snap up Trump-related works in the same way it did the first time

World Series champion Dodgers’ full share $477,441, MLB postseason pool a record $129.1 million

November 26, 2024 7:05 AM Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — A full postseason share for the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers totaled $477,441, down from the winner’s amount in 2022 and 2023. The pool of $129.1 million in the third year of expanded playoffs set a record, topping $107.8 million last year, the commissioner’s office said Tuesday. Los Angeles voted

World’s oldest man, John Tinniswood, dies aged 112

November 26, 2024 6:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — John Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man, has died at the age of 112. Tinniswood died on Monday at a care home in Southport, England, according to a news release from Guinness World Records (GWR) on Tuesday. “His last day was surrounded by music and love,” his family told GWR

Poland’s cash-for-visas investigation finds evidence against senior members of former government

November 26, 2024 6:57 AM Associated Press

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A parliamentary panel investigating Poland’s cash-for-visas scandal said it will send evidence of alleged breaches of law by the previous prime minister and other ministers and officials in the former right-wing government to prosecutors. The head of the inquiry panel said Tuesday that prosecutors will be notified over the involvement of

Indonesia seizes more than a ton of endangered pangolin scales said to be meant for Chinese clients

November 26, 2024 6:53 AM Associated Press

Associated Press MEDAN, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian authorities said Tuesday they have foiled a plot to smuggle more than a ton of endangered pangolin scales worth over a million dollars. The 1.2 tons of scales worth $1.3 million were found Nov. 11 in Asahan district of North Sumatra province and apparently were meant to be

Trump’s sharp tariff hikes could speed up China’s shift to new markets and offshore factories

November 26, 2024 6:52 AM Associated Press

Associated Press YIWU, China (AP) — Visitors who bought fridge magnets at Times Square or other tourist hotspots around New York in recent years most likely were purchasing the work of Du Jing or one of her fellow exporters in a small Chinese city that supplies the U.S. and the world with tons of small

Walmart rolls back DEI programs after right-wing backlash

November 26, 2024 6:47 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 25 NOV 24 22:11 ET Updated: 26 NOV 24 05:04 ET By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN New York (CNN) — Walmart, the largest private employer in the United States, will curb some diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. It’s the latest company to backtrack on diversity initiatives in the face of right-wing pressure. The company said Monday

US Air Force in UK says drones have been spotted flying over bases in England

November 26, 2024 6:43 AM Associated Press

Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The U.S. Air Force says a number of small drones have been detected near four bases in eastern England that are used by American forces. Tuesday’s ongoing incident comes just days after drones were spotted near RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Feltwell in eastern England and RAF Fairford in southwestern

Trump ups the ante on tariffs, vowing massive taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Day 1

November 26, 2024 6:41 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 25 NOV 24 19:15 ET Updated: 26 NOV 24 08:11 ET By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — President-elect Donald Trump on Monday promised massive hikes in tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China starting on the first day of his administration, a policy that could sharply increase costs for American businesses and consumers. The

A disruptive Thanksgiving winter storm is coming with a side of the coldest air in months

November 26, 2024 6:36 AM CNN

CNN By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — A storm and the first punch of winterlike chill will combine to cause Thanksgiving travel headaches across the eastern half of the United States as Mother Nature serves up a smorgasbord of sloppy weather. The storm will roll through parts of the Midwest and South Wednesday night

Don’t put your bare feet on another passenger’s armrest — and more etiquette tips for a smoother flight

November 26, 2024 6:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Marnie Hunter, CNN (CNN) — Planes are going to be crowded. Patience will be tried. Some level of aggravation is all but inevitable, especially after all the recent shutdown-related chaos. Throw in a seat-kicker, a tipsy stranger or someone who’s blissfully barefoot, and the holiday odyssey becomes even more challenging. This Thanksgiving, 6 million

Berlin’s traditional Christmas markets reflect city’s growing diversity

November 26, 2024 6:20 AM Associated Press

Associated Press BERLIN (AP) — Berlin’s more than 100 Christmas markets are opening across the city this week, and organizers are taking an increasingly diverse approach. It goes far beyond the traditional offerings of mulled wine, hot bratwurst and roasted almonds. There is now an LGBTQ+ Christmas market in the German capital offering rainbow pierogi

5 more have been rescued after tourist yacht sank in Egypt’s Red Sea

November 26, 2024 6:14 AM Associated Press

CAIRO (AP) — Egyptian naval forces have rescued five more people and recovered four bodies, a day after a tourist yacht carrying 44 passengers sank in the Red Sea coastal town of Marsa Alam after facing rough weather. This brings the total to 33 survivors while seven remain missing. Sea Story, a live-aboard used mainly

What could get more expensive if Trump launches a new trade war with Mexico and Canada

November 26, 2024 6:11 AM CNN

CNN By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — During President-elect Donald Trump’s first term, America launched an all-out trade war with China to boost US manufacturing, secure US national security interests and resolve what Trump believed was an extremely out-of-balance trade relationship. President Joe Biden kept most of those tariffs in place and added

Why are planes so jammed? Airlines want it that way so they can charge more

November 26, 2024 6:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — If you’re flying this holiday season and you’re noticing the plane feels more packed, while your wallet feels thinner, there’s a reason for that. A record 31 million passengers are expected to fly US airlines over the course of this week, according to Airlines for America, the

Russia expels British diplomat after accusing him of spying

November 26, 2024 6:00 AM Associated Press

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian authorities have ordered a British diplomat to leave the country on allegations of spying as tensions soar over the conflict in Ukraine. Russia’s Federal Security Service, the top domestic security and counterintelligence agency, said in a statement carried by Russian news agencies on Tuesday that the diplomat had provided false personal

ABC-7 StormTrack Weather: Warm and comfortable, cooler Thanksgiving expected

November 26, 2024 5:59 AM Sarah Coria

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Weather is looking great for your Tuesday. Temperatures are remaining warm and conditions are remaining mild. Temperatures will cool some in time for Thanksgiving. Today will be another great weather day with calm, comfortable, mild conditions. Temperatures will be warm resting well above average. El Paso is expected to reach

Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah start a ceasefire after nearly 14 months of fighting

November 26, 2024 5:52 AM Associated Press

Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel and Lebanon-based Hezbollah militants began a ceasefire Wednesday in a major step toward ending nearly 14 months of fighting as a region on edge wondered whether it will hold. Some celebratory gunshots could be heard in parts of Beirut’s southern suburbs, battered over the past two months, but no

No. 1 UCLA among many top women’s teams headed to warm locations for Thanksgiving tournaments

November 26, 2024 5:51 AM Associated Press

AP Basketball Writer UCLA, along with many other of the top teams, are heading to Thanksgiving tournaments in warm locations this week. The newly crowned No. 1 Bruins are headed to Hawaii for the Rainbow Wahine Tournament where they’ll face UT Martin, Fresno State and Hawaii over three days. Coach Cori Close loves the challenge

“Demure” es la palabra del año 2024 de Dictionary.com

November 26, 2024 5:40 AM CNN Newsource

Julia Hernández (CNN) — “Recatado” (Demure), una palabra que se hizo viral durante el verano, fue nombrada palabra del año 2024 por Dictionary.com, superando a otras candidatas como “brainrot” (decadencia mental), “brat” (maleducado) y “weird” (extraño). En un comunicado publicado este lunes, el sitio web afirma que la palabra experimentó un “meteórico aumento de uso”

Claims that fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was rigged are ‘incorrect and baseless,’ says promoter

November 26, 2024 5:36 AM CNN Newsource

By Jamie Barton, CNN (CNN) — Claims that the recent record-breaking boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was rigged are “incorrect and baseless … illogical and inane,” the fight’s promoter said in a statement Monday. Paul won the controversial bout, which was the most-streamed global sporting event in history, via unanimous decision after

Biden administration to loan $6.6B to EV maker Rivian to build Georgia factory that automaker paused

November 26, 2024 5:33 AM Associated Press

Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration announced Tuesday that the U.S. Department of Energy will make a $6.6 billion loan to Rivian Automotive to build a factory in Georgia that had stalled as the startup electric vehicle maker struggled to become profitable. It’s unclear whether the administration can complete the loan before

13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes youngest player ever chosen at IPL auction

November 26, 2024 5:31 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN (CNN) — A 13-year-old Indian cricketer made history on Monday as he became the youngest player ever to have his rights purchased at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. The rights to Vaibhav Suryavanshi were bought for 11 million Indian rupees (around $130,000) to the Rajasthan Royals after a bidding spree

El Paso Animal Services emphasizes Thanksgiving pet safety

November 26, 2024 5:26 AM Isabella Martinez

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — As families gather for Thanksgiving, pet owners should take extra precautions to make sure their furry friends stay safe and healthy during the holidays. ABC-7 spoke to Julieanne Newbold, public affairs coordinator for El Paso Animal Services, who emphasized the importance of creating a safe space for pets. Newbold

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