Mexicans vote Sunday in historic elections weighing gender, democracy and populism, as they chart the country’s path forward shadowed by cartel violence. With two women leading the contest, Mexico will likely elect its first female president — a major step in a country long marked by its macho culture. The election is also the biggest […]
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Memorial Day weekend marred by severe weather — and it’s not over
Memorial Day weekend was marred by severe storms across the US. More than 20 people died, and tornado warnings are in effect for Maryland, Texas, and other states. Scientists blame the heat and say the severe weather will continue. Memorial weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and this year it was marred by a […]
For some years, crime marred rideshare safety. New Uber feature aims to fix issue in Miami
After mounting concern about safety on rideshare apps, Uber is unveiling a new feature to add layers of security for drivers and passengers on the roads. And Miami is among the first cities where it’s rolling out. The pilot program is a verification badge, which began appearing on the Uber app on Thursday. Riders, the […]
Forest Hill fires police chief whose command was marred by complaints, hiring difficulties
Forest Hill fired now-former Police Chief Eddie Burns Sr. on Saturday, a source in the city’s administration told the Star-Telegram on Thursday. The source said Burns had been on medical leave for months before his termination and was blindsided by the decision to fire him. Burns and Forest Hill Mayor Stephanie Boardingham could not immediately […]
Nawaz Sharif strikes confident note in Pakistan vote marred by Khan imprisonment
Former Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif has expressed confidence his party will win Thursday’s national election, a vote that has been marred by violence, deep political tensions and the imprisonment of a popular contender. A day before the election, at least 30 people were killed in bombings at political offices, and sporadic attacks on Thursday […]
Biden’s abortion rights rally marred by protesters
MANASSAS, Virginia — President Joe Biden’s big rally Tuesday marking the anniversary of Roe v. Wade was thrown off track as protesters scattered throughout the crowd repeatedly interrupted his speech in protest of his handling of the Israel-Hamas war. The president attempted to muddle through his prepared remarks about the Republican Party’s plan to further […]
Real Madrid 4-1 Villarreal: Jude Bellingham heads home his 17th goal this season as hosts return to top of LaLiga, but win is marred by David Alaba’s knee injury
Jude Bellingham scored again as Real Madrid returned to the top of La Liga David Alaba limped off the pitch with what appeared to be a serious injury ‘There’s no bigger waste of time!’ What is the point of the Club World Cup? It’s All Kicking Off By Pete Jenson for MailOnline Published: 23:07 GMT, […]