Kenya hikes fuel prices despite court order
Kenya announced Friday a hike in fuel prices in defiance of a court order blocking implementation of a...
2023-07-01 02:21
The US is considering providing cluster munitions to Ukraine, says America's top military officer
The top American military officer says the U.S. is considering providing cluster munitions to Ukraine
2023-07-01 02:21
Factbox-U.S. corporate heavyweights' progress report on diversity pledges
The U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down race-conscious policies in college admissions includes some subtle warnings to companies
2023-07-01 02:20
Angry onlookers shout ‘dog killer’ at George Santos as he arrives at court for fraud hearing in New York
Angry protesters called congressman George Santos a “dog killer” on Friday as the Republican made an appearance at a Long Island federal court house, his first hearing since pleading not guilty last month to a13-count indictment related to fraud and money laundering charges. The chants were in reference to an alleged scandal in which the representative allegedly made off with more than $3,000 raised in a fundraiser to save a disabled US Navy veteran’s service dog, one of the many alleged acts of deception Mr Santos made as he worked towards his spot in Congress. The first-term congressman has denied knowing about veteran Richard Osthoff or his dog, calling the allegations “fake.” As Mr Santos exited court, Mr Osthoff, who was in the crowd, yelled, “You killed Sapphire, George. You killed my dog.” Others in the crowd reportedly chanted, “Resign” and “Shame” as the Republican passed by. Mr Santos was in court for a status conference on the federal case against him, where he faces 13 different charges, including fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds. Prosecutors charge the New York rep mislead supporters and donors into giving him money, which he allegedly used for personal expenses that funded a lavish lifestyle. They also claim he misleadingly obtained unemployment benefits and lied about his personal finances when campaigning for the House of Representatives. Mr Santos has admitted to lying about certain aspects of his background, and is accused of fabricating everything from his education background to his religion to his career success. In court, Mr Santos did not speak, but his lawyers claim he and the government have exhibited a “wonderful working relationship” so far. The defence also said the prosecution has given them 86,000 pages of evidence to go through. The next court date for Mr Santos is 7 September. Outside of the federal case against him, Rep Santos is also under investigation by the House Ethics Committee. Read More Santos reveals names of two $500,000 bond cosigners ahead of court-ordered release Aide fired by George Santos says he got his job after sending money to Republican's deputy Effort to expel Santos falters as Republicans vote to send measure to Ethics Committee Watch: George Santos returns to court after fraud and money laundering charges AP News Digest 3:05 a.m. Rep. George Santos set to appear federal court on fraud and money laundering charges
2023-07-01 02:20
Australia cricket great Border reveals he has Parkinson's
Former Australia captain Allan Border revealed on Friday he is suffering...
2023-07-01 02:20
Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro barred from running for office for 8 years
Brazil's highest electoral court formed a majority to ban former President of Brazil Jair Bolsonaro from running for office until 2030 on Friday on charges alleging that he abused his political power and misused of public resources.
2023-07-01 02:19
Supreme Court won't hear challenge to Jim Crow-era Mississippi bans blocking some felons from voting
The U.S. Supreme Court says it will not stop Mississippi from removing voting rights from people convicted of certain felonies — a practice that originated in the Jim Crow era with the intent of stopping Black men from influencing elections
2023-07-01 02:17
No. 1 overall draft pick Connor Bedard begins development camp with Chicago Blackhawks
Connor Bedard is going to work with the Chicago Blackhawks
2023-07-01 02:17
Diamondbacks vs. Angels prediction and odds for Friday, June 30 (Back Los Angeles)
The Los Angeles Angels and Arizona Diamondbacks have both lost two straight games as they begin their weekend series on Friday night.Arizona has been one of the bigger surprises in Major League Baseball, sitting atop the NL West through the halfway point of the season. Los Angeles, on the other ...
2023-07-01 02:17
Wembanyama gets warm welcome in first practice with Spurs
Top NBA Draft pick Victor Wembanyama said Friday he felt good after his first practice with the San Antonio Spurs and received a warm welcome...
2023-07-01 02:17
Liverpool agree deal to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai
Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai.
2023-07-01 02:15
U.S. Supreme Court to consider scope of workplace bias law
By Daniel Wiessner The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday agreed to decide whether workers can bring discrimination lawsuits
2023-07-01 01:58