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Tiki Barber: It’s All About The Benjamins and Not About The Sport

• March 9, 2011 • Comments Off

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Governor Doyle Declares a State of Emergency for All 72 Snowbound Counties in Wisconsin

• December 12, 2010 • Comments Off

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On North Carolina’s Supreme Court, G.O.P. Justices Move to Reconsider Democratic Rulings February 6, 2023
The court’s new majority will rehear two major voting rights cases decided two months ago. The rare move heightens the debate over partisan influences on state courts.
A Small Boat, a Vast Sea and a Desperate Escape From Russia February 1, 2023
In September, two men set out from Russia, hoping a boat could carry them to asylum on U.S. soil. Their quest for freedom did not go as planned.
In Austin, Recovery From Winter Storm Is Slow and Piecemeal February 6, 2023
More than 30,000 customers did not have power on Sunday night. Officials said downed trees and power lines were responsible for persistent outages.
What’s Your Neighborhood’s Climate Impact? February 6, 2023
Where exactly you live in California has a big impact on your emissions.
Pair Is Charged With Plotting to ‘Destroy Baltimore’ by Attacking Electrical Grid February 6, 2023
The charges came as experts have warned that the energy grid and electrical substations in particular have become popular targets for far-right extremists.
Harris Announces Funding to Address Root Causes of Migration Crisis February 6, 2023
The vice president said private companies had pledged almost $1 billion to support communities in Central America.
Immigration Rebound Eases Shortage of Workers, Up to a Point February 6, 2023
While the Biden administration has accelerated processing after Trump-era restrictions and a pandemic slowdown, visa backlogs remain large.
The Case of the Eco-Terrorists and the Book Deal February 6, 2023
When Craig Rosebraugh got involved with the Earth Liberation Front, he had no idea the twists his story would take.

The Guardian, UK

Kenyan court sentences police officer to death for triple murder February 6, 2023
Three other accused will serve sentences of up to 30 years over deaths of Willie Kimani, Josephat Mwenda and Joseph Muiruri, in case that sparked national protestsA police officer, Fredrick Leliman, who was among those convicted of killing Nairobi lawyer Willie Kimani, his client Josephat Mwenda and taxi driver Joseph Muiruri, has been sentenced to death by […]
Pope urges churches in South Sudan to raise voices against injustice February 4, 2023
Pontiff says on peace mission that religious leaders ‘cannot remain neutral’ amid abuses of powerPope Francis has said churches in South Sudan “cannot remain neutral” but must raise their voices against injustice and abuse of power, as he and two other Christian leaders conducted a peace mission to the world’s newest country.On his first full day in South Su […]
Baby among nine dead from cold and thirst on boat in Mediterranean February 3, 2023
Survivors tell Italian authorities vessel carrying about 50 people lost its way trying to cross from TunisiaA baby was among nine people including his mother and a pregnant woman who died of cold and thirst on a boat carrying about 50 migrants across the central Mediterranean, Italian authorities have said.Survivors who landed on the Italian island of Lamped […]
Descendants of Namibia’s genocide victims call on Germany to ‘stop hiding’ February 3, 2023
Herero and Nama people demand direct talks and take Namibian government to court for accepting reparations on their behalf for 1904-1908 killingsDescendants of victims of genocide in Namibia have called on Germany to “stop hiding” and discuss reparations with them directly, as they take their own government to court for making a deal without their approval.T […]
Help world’s poor as well as Ukraine, say faith charities as pope visits South Sudan February 2, 2023
An open letter, backed by opinion poll, urges the UK to restore aid budget on eve of a three-day ‘pilgrimage for peace’ in the east African countryThe British government’s financial support for Ukraine must not be at the cost of aid to other areas of the world in crisis, three faith-based charities have warned, on the eve of an unprecedented joint pilgrimage […]
Nearly 14,000 Nigerians take Shell to court over devastating impact of pollution February 2, 2023
People from Niger delta areas of Ogale and Bille seeking justice in London’s high courtNearly 14,000 people from two Nigerian communities are seeking justice in the high court in London against the fossil fuel giant Shell, claiming it is responsible for devastating pollution of their water sources and destruction of their way of life.The individuals from the […]
Argentinian rugby players sentenced to life in prison over teen’s murder February 6, 2023
Fernando Báez Sosa, son of Paraguayan immigrants, was beaten to death outside a nightclub in a racially motivated attackEight amateur rugby players have been found guilty over the murder of an aspiring law student in Argentina, in a case that has outraged the public and shone a harsh light on racist attitudes in the country.Five of the attackers were sentenc […]
Chile firefighters battle blazes amid warning that wildfires could get worse February 6, 2023
Fires have burned 270,000 hectares and killed 24 in south-central region as mega drought fuels second worst fire year on recordChilean firefighters are battling to hold back forest fires as authorities warned that persistent hot and dry weather could potentially exacerbate what are already the deadliest blazes in the country’s recent history.The fires, which […]

The BBC

Turkey earthquake: Death toll could increase eight-fold, WHO says February 6, 2023
Many more victims are likely to be discovered in Turkey and Syria, the World Health Organisation says.
Turkey earthquake: Aleppo among worst-hit areas in Syria February 6, 2023
More than 1,000 people have been killed in Syria after a huge earthquake struck neighbouring Turkey.
Former aide accuses Republican George Santos of sexual misconduct February 6, 2023
The prospective staffer has asked the House ethics panel to look into a sexual misconduct claim.
Facebook's parent firm Meta can be sued by ex-moderator, judge rules February 6, 2023
A Kenyan court has said that Facebook's parent company can be sued by a former content moderator.
Palestinian gunmen killed in Israeli raid in Jericho February 6, 2023
Five Hamas militants were killed, as a particularly bloody period between the two sides continues.
Second balloon over Latin America is ours - China February 6, 2023
A Chinese spokeswoman says the aircraft is for civilian use, but "deviated" from its intended route.
Grammys 2023: Beyoncé makes history and Harry Styles wins album of the year February 6, 2023
Pop star Harry Styles wins album of the year, while Beyoncé receives a record-breaking 32nd trophy.
Ukraine braced for renewed Russian offensive later in February February 6, 2023
A large Russian attack is likely to come from the east and south, Kyiv says.