Новости за 21.08.2024

1. Inmate who escaped courthouse in Mississippi holds authorities in standoff in Chicago  CBS Chicago
2. Mississippi escaped inmate, wanted for murder, barricaded inside Chicago restaurant: US Marshals  WLS-TV
3. Escaped Mississippi inmate barricaded in Chicago restaurant near United Center; in standoff with U.S. Marshals  WGN TV Chicago
4. Manhunt for escaped murder suspect culminates in Chicago SWAT restaurant standoff  ABC News
5. An inmate who escaped custody in Mississippi... Читать дальше...

Michelle Obama took the United Center stage on Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention and delivered a speech that fired up the delegates and the nation. The former First Lady of the United States appeared on stage supporting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for President and Vice President in the upcoming elections. Obama took […]

Speaking to Links Magazine, Balionis recalled her first interview with the golf legend when asked which athlete she was most nervous to speak to.

U.S. officials think Tehran is exercising restraint amid negotiations, but a breakthrough continues to appear elusive.

1. Mike Lynch yacht latest: Divers smash through window into hull with crucial hours ahead in Bayesian search  The Independent
2. The new wave of climate claptrap  Financial Times
3. Survivor of Yacht That Sank Off Sicily's Coast Recalls How She Used 'All My Strength' to Save Her 1-Year-Old  PEOPLE
4. A tornado sank a luxury sailing boat off the coast of Sicily. Here’s what we know  CNN
5. A Waterspout Was Seen When a Luxury Yacht Sank. What Is It?  The New York Times

According to Nielsen, the consumer sector grew 4% Y-o-Y in Q1FY25, down from 6.6% in Q4FY24. Pricing saw a marginal increase of approximately 0.2 per cent, while volumes rose 3.8% Y-o-Y.

By FARNOUSH AMIRI CHICAGO (AP) — The Democratic National Convention heads into its third day on Wednesday. After receiving the blessing of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, the focus on the second to last day of the DNC shifts to Kamala Harris’ vice presidential running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. […]

The Democratic National Convention heads into its third day on Wednesday. Democrats will hear from Gov. Tim Walz, the vice presidential candidate, who will accept the nomination. Former President Bill Clinton, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg are also expected to speak as the party makes the case that Americans’ fundamental freedoms are at risk if Donald Trump returns to the White House. According to convention organizers, the theme for Wednesday’s events is... Читать дальше...

New export controls have shaken the critical minerals industry. Insiders are worried that Beijing will leverage its global supply chain dominance in unprecedented ways.

The former president praised Biden and Harris while sizing up Trump during his headlining speech on Tuesday

European Commission published draft findings of its high-profile investigation into alleged subsidies for imports of Chinese-made EVs, which included some revisions to proposed punitive tariffs

“This is one of the largest attempts to attack Moscow using drones ever. We continue to monitor the situation,” the Moscow mayor said.

The Boston Red Sox have relied on their offense all throughout the second half of the season. That remained the case on Tuesday as the team outlasted the Houston Astros for a key 6-5 win at Minute Maid Park. Boston scored at least six runs in a game for the 17th time since the All-Star […]

CNN anchors Dana Bash and Abby Phillip lauded Barack and Michelle Obama following their powerful speeches at the Democratic National Convention.

CNN anchor Anderson Cooper lauded former first lady Michelle Obama’s speech during the second night of the Democratic National Convention, calling it the “most powerful political speech I've ever heard.” “I think Michelle Obama’s speech was probably the most effective, powerful political speech I’ve ever heard. It was rather remarkable,” Cooper said on the network. ...

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A health clinic in a Montana town plagued by deadly asbestos contamination is asking an appeals court to reverse almost $6 million in fines and penalties after a jury found it submitted hundreds of false claims

Former President Bill Clinton is preparing to deliver his 12th address to the Democratic National Convention. Clinton speaks Wednesday night, facing uncertainty about the impact he'll have on a party that is trying to prevent Donald Trump's return to the White House. Clinton's political journey can be traced in part through his evolving role at Democratic conventions over the years. His appearances include a 1988 speech that went long and became the butt of jokes, and a 2012 speech aiding Barack... Читать дальше...

1. Disney changes course on wrongful death lawsuit, says it will not seek arbitration  CBS New York
2. Disney reverses course on bid to block wrongful death lawsuit by widower who had Disney+  CNN
3. He signed up for Disney+, and signed away his right to a jury trial  Axios
4. Disney gives up on trying to use Disney Plus excuse to settle a wrongful death lawsuit  The Verge
5. Disney Backs Down From Effort to Use Disney+ Agreement to Block Lawsuit  The New York Times

The regional government says it accepts the Supreme Court's decision and will abide by it

Andrew Johns dissapointed with lack of communication over incoming Immortal

San Diego Wave interim coach Landon Donovan knows he faces a "steep" learning curve when it comes to NWSL players and acknowledges that process will have to happen fast and on the job.

Chelsea have agreed a deal in principle to sign Joao Felix from Atletico Madrid, sources have told ESPN, in a move which should now see Conor Gallagher complete his transfer in the opposite direction.

Former president Obama, who was greeted with rapturous applause and cheers at the packed arena hosting the party's nominating convention, said Vice President Harris would fight for Americans, and called her November poll rival Donald Trump "dangerous."