Hundreds of Nigerian schoolgirls rescued days after kidnapping
Hundreds of schoolgirls that were kidnapped at gunpoint in Nigeria have been rescued, authorities said. The 279 girls were abducted on Friday by…
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Covid-19 vaccines needed to be rescued by boat as heavy rain caused flooding in Kentucky
A batch of Covid-19 vaccines had to be rescued by boat after heavy rains threatened the power supply at a Kentucky health facility, according to Gov.…
Continue Reading A California doctor performed surgery during a Zoom court appearance
A California doctor’s trial was delayed after he appeared for a virtual court hearing while simultaneously conducting a surgery last Thursday.…
Continue Reading This Black-owned tea brand has seen a boom in sales because of ‘Bridgerton,’ its owner says
The pandemic delayed the launch of Stephanie Synclair’s tea company, but soon after introducing LaRue 1680 online late last year, the native of…
Continue Reading This Virginia school district says it isn’t banning Dr. Seuss’ books. On the annual Read Across America Day, it’s just no longer emphasizing them
A school district in Virginia recently made headlines for allegedly banning books by Dr. Seuss. But Loudoun County Public Schools(LCPS), located in…
Continue Reading Minneapolis wanted to hire social media influencers to help with the city’s message during Derek Chauvin’s trial
Minneapolis had floated a plan to hire six social media influencers to help share information during the upcoming murder trial of Derek Chauvin, the…
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Biden meets with Mexico’s leader amid migration issues
WASHINGTON, DC — As President Joe Biden looks to dismantle the last administration’s hard-line immigration agenda, he worked Monday to build a…
Continue Reading Travel nurses deal with stress, loneliness and mistrust while serving as a Covid-19 rapid deployment system
After another workday marked by unimaginable death, Veronica O’Kane would return to a hotel room — empty except for the dumbbell she…
Continue Reading Tiger Woods Fast Facts
Here’s a look at one of the most successful golfers in history, Tiger Woods. Personal Birth date: December 30, 1975 Birth place: Cypress,…
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Senate confirms Miguel Cardona as education secretary, launching him into the national debate over reopening schools
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Senate has voted to confirm Miguel Cardona as education secretary, clearing his way to lead President Joe Biden’s…
Continue Reading Two men face felony murder charges after Georgia deputy dies from wounds
Two men face felony murder charges in connection with the shooting of a Decatur County deputy who died Monday morning, according the Georgia Bureau…
Continue Reading This Wayne County, Michigan, program is helping exonerate people for crimes they didn’t commit. Now it’s going statewide
After spending more than 26 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, Larry Smith was released February 4 through the Conviction Integrity…
Continue Reading Texas attorney general sues electric company Griddy that sent huge bills during storm
Texas’ attorney general filed a lawsuit against Griddy Energy and Griddy Holdings for “false, misleading, and deceptive advertising and…
Continue Reading School shooting in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, leaves 15-year-old in serious condition, police say
A 15-year-old boy shot Monday at a junior high school in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is in very serious condition at the children’s hospital in…
Continue Reading Chicago Public Schools reopen for grades K-5
Chicago public school students in grades kindergarten through 5 who chose in-person learning were able to return to classrooms Monday. Mayor Lori…
Continue Reading School shooting in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, leaves 14-year-old in serious condition, police say
A 14-year-old boy shot Monday at a junior high school in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is in very serious condition at the children’s hospital in…
Continue Reading About 390,000 Texans still under boil water advisories from storm
DALLAS, Texas — About 390,000 Texas residents were still under boil water advisories as of midday Monday, almost two weeks after a winter storm…
Continue Reading Migrants face danger as numbers headed to U.S. grow
TENOSIQUE, Mexico — Carlos was working in the field a few weeks ago, planting corn and beans under the scorching Honduran sun, when he suddenly…
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Border-separated families could be reunited in U.S.
WASHINGTON, DC — The Biden administration could reunite migrant families separated at the U.S.-Mexico border under former President Donald…
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1 student hurt in school shooting in Arkansas
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas — One student was hurt Monday in a shooting that is being called an “isolated incident” at Watson Chapel…
Continue Reading A mother leads the social media charge to register bone marrow donors and help her son beat cancer
“My baby has cancer.” For California mom Kimberly Crompton, the painful realization “hit like a ton of bricks.” Breathless,…
Continue Reading California governor, legislative leaders reach deal that could put most kids back in classrooms by the end of March
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom and state legislative leaders have reached an agreement aimed at getting most public school…
Continue Reading US Mine Disasters Fast Facts
Here’s a look at mine disasters, accidents and deaths in the United States. Timeline December 6, 1907 – Worst coal mine disaster in US…
Continue Reading Jamie Dimon Fast Facts
Here is a look at the life of Jamie Dimon, chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co. Personal Birth date: March 13, 1956 Birth place: New York,…
Continue Reading Major Ferry/Ship Sinkings Fast Facts
Here’s a look at major ferry and ship sinking disasters throughout history. This timeline is not-all inclusive; various incidents with at least…
Continue Reading Atlanta Courthouse Shootings Fast Facts
Here’s some background information about Brian Nichols and the Atlanta courthouse shootings. On March 11, 2005, 33-year old Brian Nichols…
Continue Reading TV pioneer and former NFL star Irv Cross dies at 81
Broadcasting pioneer and former NFL Pro Bowl cornerback Irv Cross died Sunday morning in Minnesota, the Philadelphia Eagles announced on the…
Continue Reading Domestic violence incidents rose in the US during pandemic lockdowns, analysis finds
Domestic violence incidents rose in the United States by about 8.1% after the imposition of pandemic-related lockdowns, according to an analysis by…
Continue Reading A Paris court has convicted French former President Nicolas Sarkozy of corruption and sentenced him to 1 year in prison
PARIS (AP) — A Paris court has found French former President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of corruption and influence peddling and sentenced him to a…
Continue Reading Buckingham Palace says Prince Philip has been transferred to another London hospital for treatment of an infection
LONDON (AP) — Buckingham Palace says Prince Philip has been transferred to another London hospital to undergo testing and observation for a…
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