BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — When Hungary takes over the helm of the European Union on July 1, many politicians in Brussels will have the same thing on their minds: whether populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will use the role to further his reputation as the bloc’s main spoiler. Orbán in recent years has seemed to […]
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Blue-green algae toxin reported in Lake George; Volusia health department issues warning
People should be cautious when visiting Lake George or the surrounding area because of blue-green algae toxins, according to the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. The department issued a health alert after a water sample taken on Wednesday tested positive for the harmful toxin, according to a news release from the department. The […]
National Weather Service issues special weather statement
A special weather statement was issued by the National Weather Service Saturday afternoon. A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of east central Dearborn County in Indiana, northern Boone County in Kentucky and western Hamilton County in Ohio Saturday afternoon, the statement read. The National Weather Service has not issued any storm watches or warnings. At […]
Storms move through Indy. NWS issues alert
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of Central Indiana, including Indianapolis and the surrounding area. Storms capable of producing penny size hail and winds up to 70 mph could last at least until 4:45 p.m. Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Indianapolis IN, Greenwood IN and Lawrence IN until 4:45 PM EDT. This storm […]
China issues rare earth regulations to further protect domestic supply
BEIJING (Reuters) – China has unveiled a list of rare earth regulations aimed at protecting supplies in the name of national security, laying out rules on the mining, smelting and trade in the critical materials used to make products from magnets in electric vehicles to consumer electronics. The regulations, issued by the State Council or […]
KBI issues endangered persons advisory for a mother and her two young daughters
HASKELL COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) – The Kansas Bureau of Investigations has issued an endangered persons advisory for a mother and her two daughters from Haskell County. According to the KBI, the whereabouts of 23-year-old Martha Unger, 2-year-old Madilynn Grace Unger, and 1-year-old Haylie Faith Unger are unknown. Martha is a white female who stands 5 […]
Russia presses its offensive in Ukraine and issues new threats as the West tries to blunt the push
Slowly but steadily this summer, Russian troops are forging through Ukraine’s outgunned and undermanned defenses in a relentless onslaught, prompting the West to push for new weapons and strategies to shore up Kyiv. That, in turn, has brought new threats by President Vladimir Putin to retaliate against the West — either directly or indirectly. The […]
How Trump’s possible VP pick shifted on LGBTQ+ issues as his presidential bid neared
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Republican Gov. Doug Burgum is little-known on the national stage but is now a top choice to be former President Donald Trump’ s vice presidential running mate. The wealthy software entrepreneur has led North Dakota like a CEO. He’s championed business-oriented items such as income tax cuts and tech […]
FL Department of Health issues alert for algae toxins in Doctors Lake ahead of holiday weekend
While it might be packed on the water for Independence Day weekend, health officials are warning residents to be careful in and around Doctors Lake. >> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE
Slavery, migration and jihadists – the issues as Mauritania votes
As Mauritanians head to the polls in the presidential election, the country faces a multitude of issues including a legacy of military coups, migration, jihadist attacks in neighbouring countries and a harrowing legacy of slavery. President Mohamed ould Cheikh Ghazouani, who has been in power since the country’s first democratic transition in 2019, is seeking […]
Lawsuit challenges Ohio’s ban on foreign spending on ballot issues
A new lawsuit is challenging Ohio’s ban on foreign nationals and green card holders contributing to ballot campaigns, saying the recently approved law violates the First Amendment. The new law prohibits foreign nationals and green card holders from directly or indirectly contributing to statewide issue campaigns. It’s already illegal for foreign citizens to give money […]
Presidential rivals spar over top Arizona issues
A much-anticipated debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump underscored the stakes of the presidential race for Arizona, one of the few states that is up for grabs by both parties in the Nov. 5 election. The testy, 90-minute-long debate spanned issues that are top of mind for Arizona voters. Here’s what […]