‘I am a hostage,’ says ‘Hotel Rwanda’ hero as terrorism trial begins in Kigali
Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the movie “Hotel Rwanda,” appeared in court in Kigali on Wednesday along with 20 others accused of…
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Real-time talk with a sleeping person is possible — and they can even understand it
People can say all sorts of strange things in their sleep, but a new study suggests that someone in the middle of a vivid dream can understand…
Continue Reading Storm threatens to blanket the East Coast in ice as Texans struggle for heat and water after days without power
As hundreds of thousands of Texans struggle for heat and water because of utility outages for a fifth consecutive day, more potentially deadly storms…
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This is what’s being done to protect Texas’ most vulnerable communities
DALLAS, Texas — A deadly winter storm and cold snap in Texas left many in the Lone Star state struggling as those used to the heat are now…
Continue Reading Yoko Ono Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of artist, musician and anti-war activist Yoko Ono. Personal Birth date: February 18, 1933 Birth place: Tokyo, Japan…
Continue Reading Congress is again discussing reparations for slavery. It’s a complex and thorny issue
Slavery reparations are back in the national spotlight. A House Judiciary subcommittee held a hearing this week to discuss establishing a federal…
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UK’s Prince Philip spends a second night in hospital
Prince Philip has spent a second night in hospital after being admitted earlier this week as a “precautionary measure” following…
Continue Reading Black History Month: Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron (1949-2011) was a New York City poet, activist, musician, social critic and spoken-word performer whose songs in the ‘70s helped…
Continue Reading Government action took months as nursing home workers died during the pandemic
The federal agency responsible for protecting workers did little to hold nursing homes accountable for dangerous conditions during the coronavirus…
Continue Reading Winter weather threatens to blanket the East Coast in ice after turning fatal for Southerners trying to keep warm
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms — and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading Texans face yet another day of misery as families struggle with unheated homes and water problems
The misery for millions caused by brutally cold weather and widespread power outages in Texas is far from over, with freezing temperatures forecast…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for February 18: Texas, Covid-19, immigration, Limbaugh, Facebook
Hundreds of people worked for nearly a decade to develop NASA’s most advanced robotic explorer yet. Her name is Perseverance, and she’s…
Continue Reading What’s behind Biden’s snub of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman
In a region where respect, or the lack of it, is as powerful as a physical punch, President Joe Biden’s press secretary just landed a sharp jab…
Continue Reading Winter storms threaten to blanket the East Coast in ice after turning fatal for Southerners trying to keep warm
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms — and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading Winter storms hold deadly grip in states struggling to recover as icy threat heads toward East Coast
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms– and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading February 17 coronavirus news
THE VIRUS OUTBREAK: — Japan begins COVID-19 vaccination drive amid Olympic worries — Fidelity Charitable says record year of donations falls…
Continue Reading Ralph Nader Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of consumer advocate and former candidate for president Ralph Nader. Personal Birth date: February 27, 1934 Birth…
Continue Reading A comedian handed out $13,000 to hospitality workers at a New York bar
A New York City waitstaff received a surprise gift last week after a comedian handed out thousands of dollars raised by her online fans. Robyn Schall…
Continue Reading After 68 years in prison, America’s oldest juvenile lifer was released
Joe Ligon, believed to be the oldest and longest-serving juvenile lifer in the United States, has been released from a Pennsylvania prison after…
Continue Reading James ‘Whitey’ Bulger’s former rogue FBI informant handler John Connolly granted conditional medical release from prison
The former rogue FBI informant handler for mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger will be released from a Florida prison on a conditional medical…
Continue Reading A woman struggles to use portable oxygen tank. A family sleeps in a car to keep warm. These are the stories of the Texas storm
As winter storms and freezing temperatures continue to wreak havoc across Texas, many are having to fight for survival. Millions in the state remain…
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Another battle Texans wage as they deal with the winter weather: Water problems
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — As millions across Texas battle power outages and freezing temperatures during the massive winter storm, one element has…
Continue Reading New Jersey attorney general is investigating claims that police officers repeatedly punched an Arab teen without provocation
The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is investigating after video footage shows multiple police officers assaulting a Muslim Arab American…
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At least 7 shot near Philadelphia transit station; suspect in custody
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania — At least seven people have been wounded by gunfire near a transit station in north Philadelphia, police said. The…
Continue Reading A woman struggles to use portable oxygen tank. A family sleeps in a car to keep warm. These are the stories of the storm
John Henderson says his wife is complaining that her throat hurts and is having a little trouble using portable oxygen tanks. Henderson’s power…
Continue Reading Fact check: Biden makes at least four false statistical claims at CNN town hall
President Joe Biden took questions from Wisconsin residents and from Anderson Cooper at a CNN town hall event in Milwaukee on Tuesday night.…
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Conservative radio icon Rush Limbaugh dead at 70
PALM BEACH, Florida — Rush Limbaugh, the talk radio host whose unflinching brashness helped shape American conservative politics and media, while…
Continue Reading Atlanta’s mayor is urging NBA fans not to come to town for the All-Star Game
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, referring to the coronavirus pandemic, is urging fans not to throng to Atlanta for the NBA All-Star Game. “Under…
Continue Reading US government expects ‘widespread delays’ in Covid-19 vaccine shipments due to severe weather
Severe weather around the United States will delay Covid-19 vaccine deliveries in the coming days, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Continue Reading Arizona schools won’t receive letter grades this year because of pandemic
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill on Monday that will suspend the use of a letter grade system for schools statewide, due to how disrupted this…
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