TEL AVIV, Israel — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday the time is now to conclude a Gaza cease-fire agreement that would return hostages held by Hamas and […]
Protesters plan large marches and rallies as Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago
CHICAGO — Crowds of activists are expected to gather in Chicago for protests outside the Democratic National Convention this week, hoping to call attention to such issues as economic injustice, […]
Floor fights, boos and a too-long kiss. How the dramatic and the bizarre define convention history
CHICAGO — In 1948, the Republican and Democratic parties did something unthinkable in today’s climate of ferocious political animosity: They not only held their national conventions in the same city […]
Asian stocks are mixed after Wall Street’s best week of the year
Asian stocks were mixed Monday as investors ponder the upcoming meeting of the Federal Reserve, following Wall Street’s best week since November with a slight uptick in U.S. stocks Friday. […]
Detroit-area mall guards face trial in man’s death more than 10 years later
PONTIAC, Mich. — Four security guards are facing trial this week in the death of a man who was pinned to the ground during a fierce struggle more than 10 […]
Got cold symptoms? Here’s when kids should take a sick day from school
PHOENIX — As schools reopen for another year, they are focused on improving student attendance. But back-to-school is hitting just as COVID-19 cases are increasing, raising the question: When is […]
Democrats open their convention transformed by Harris’ ascendance but facing lingering questions
CHICAGO — A refreshed Democratic Party reintroduces itself to a divided nation this week, having been transformed by the money, momentum, relief and even joy that followed Vice President Kamala […]
Tropical Storm Ernesto strengthens into a hurricane again, forecasters say
Tropical Storm Ernesto strengthens into a hurricane again, forecasters say Source link
Elephant calf born at a California zoo _ with another on the way
FRESNO, Calif. — An elephant calf has been born at a California zoo that has embarked on an elephant breeding program. The Fresno Chaffee Zoo said African elephant Nolwazi gave […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kursk operation aims to create buffer zone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kursk operation aims to create buffer zone Source link