National News | U.S. flag will still be at half-staff for Carter on Trump’s inauguration day
The timing of President Jimmy Carter’s death on Sunday means U.S. flags will be at half-staff on Trump’s inauguration day next month. Flags are to be flown at half-staff for…
National Politics | A caucus of military veterans seeks to bridge the political divide in a polarized Congress
By GARY FIELDS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The players in this year’s Army-Navy football game kept up a long tradition, with each side honoring the other’s school song when…
National Politics | Biden announces nearly $2.5B more in military aid for Ukraine
By TARA COPP, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Monday that the United States will send nearly $2.5 billion more in weapons to Ukraine as his administration…
An appeals court upholds a $5 million award in a sexual abuse verdict against President-elect Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal appeals court on Monday upheld a jury’s finding in a civil case that Donald Trump sexually abused a columnist in an upscale department store…
National Politics | Trump endorses Mike Johnson to stay on as House Speaker after government funding turmoil
By MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is endorsing House Speaker Mike Johnson as he prepares to fight to keep his role…
3-year-old mauled by dogs identified by coroner’s office
WARNING: Some of the information in this story may be graphic. CINCINNATI (WXIX) – An Ohio family is in mourning after their daughter was mauled by two dogs on Friday,…
World News | The world population will be 8.09 billion on New Year’s Day after a 71 million increase in 2024
By MIKE SCHNEIDER, Associated Press The world population increased by more than 71 million people in 2024 and will be 8.09 billion people on New Year’s Day, according to U.S.…
National News | I-80 reopens in New Jersey after sinkhole snarled holiday traffic
Interstate 80 reopened through North Jersey on Monday morning, four days after a sinkhole swallowed the road and snarled traffic during the busy holiday weekend. Repair crews worked around the…
‘Supportive’ Skechers that are ‘like walking on clouds’ now £30 less in M&S sale
If you’re in the market for a new pair of trainers, then you’ll know how important it is to prioritise comfort. And right now is a great time to be…
Scotland’s ‘magical’ island with stunning coast and chance to see dolphins
For those yearning for a winter retreat that feels worlds away, the Isle of Arran in Scotland could be the jewel you’ve been searching for. Nestled in the Firth of…