INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The bipartisan Indiana Election Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to remove one of two Republican U.S. Senate candidates from the primary ballot, and the state Supreme Court rejected his legal challenge to the law barring his candidacy. The decision to remove John Rust from the ballot leaves U.S. Rep. Jim Banks as the […]
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Italy miss late kick to beat France and have to settle for a draw in Lille
Italy were within the width of a post of the biggest upset in Six Nations history as they drew 13-13 against 14-man France in Lille. Paolo Garbisi had a last-gasp penalty attempt from 38 metres to register Italy’s first-ever Championship win in France. But the ball toppled off its tee and, with just a few […]
Lyft profit beats estimates as benefits from cost cuts kick in
By Akash Sriram (Reuters) -Lyft beat estimates for fourth-quarter profit on Tuesday and said it would generate positive free cash flow for the first time in 2024, as the ride-share platform reaps the benefits of cost cuts. Shares of the company surged about 25% in extended trading. In 2023, the stock gained about 36%. Under […]
Mardi Gras parade, celebrations kick off in New Orleans
Lassiez les bon temps rouler, or “let the good times roll!” Tuesday marks Mardi Gras celebrations across the world, including New Orleans, the center of festivities in North America. You can watch a livestream of the city’s annual parade and festivities here beginning at 1 p.m. If you’re wondering why everyone is celebrating, here are […]
Dogs in costumes parade in Rio de Janeiro as pet lovers kick off Carnival
As Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival celebrations kicked off on Saturday, dozens of dogs dressed as mermaids, superheroes, butterflies and clowns paraded alongside their owners in one of the city’s most beloved canine street parties. The Blocao – a play on words that joins “bloco”, which refers to Carnival street parties, and “cao”, or “dog” in […]
US Supreme Court seems poised to reject efforts to kick Trump off 2024 ballot
The US Supreme Court seems poised to reject attempts to kick former president Donald Trump off the 2024 ballot. A definitive ruling for Trump, the leading Republican candidate for president, would largely end efforts in Colorado, Maine and elsewhere to prevent his name from appearing on the ballot. Conservative and liberal justices alike questioned during […]
US Supreme Court hears case seeking to kick Trump off ballot over Capitol attack
The US Supreme Court will hear former president Donald Trump’s appeal to remain on the 2024 ballot, the justices’ most consequential election case since Bush v Gore in 2000. The court will be weighing arguments over whether Mr Trump is disqualified from reclaiming the White House because of his efforts to undo his loss in […]
Supreme Court hears landmark election case seeking to kick Trump off ballot over Capitol attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear former President Donald Trump’s appeal to remain on the 2024 ballot, the justices’ most consequential election case since Bush v. Gore in 2000. The court will be weighing arguments over whether Trump is disqualified from reclaiming the White House because of his efforts to undo […]
‘Anheuser-Busch Can’t Kick This Can Down The Road Much Longer’ — Workers Threaten To Strike Warning No Beer Supply Come March
Workers at Anheuser-Busch Cos., the producer of Bud Light and other top-selling beers, are on the brink of striking, demanding significant wage increases, job security and enhanced retirement and benefits. The potential strike, involving 5,000 workers represented by the Teamsters at 12 U.S. breweries, underscores the first significant union contract dispute of 2024. The Teamsters, […]
You have the right to an attorney. But in Missouri when does that right kick in?
After Tiffany Mills was arrested as a suspect in a Kansas City stabbing, she did not have an attorney when she stood before a judge in May 2020. During oral arguments Tuesday before the Missouri Supreme Court, attorney Matthew Mueller said the judge should have appointed counsel. Failing to do so, he said in a […]
School board candidates for Ward 4 kick off campaigns
Jan. 31—Campaigns are in high gear for both candidates running for the Ward 4 open seat on the Stillwater Public Schools Board of Education. Elections will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 2. Since only two candidates filed for school board, no February primary election will be held. Early voting will be […]
Stocks rise as S&P 500 hits fresh record to kick off earnings-packed week
US stocks edged higher Monday, with the S&P 500 notching another record close as investors braced for a busy week packed with Big Tech earnings updates, a Federal Reserve rate decision, and the crucial US jobs report. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) drifted 0.6% higher, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose 0.8% to build […]