Mary Lou Retton is opening up in her first interview since she was hospitalized for a rare form of pneumonia in October 2023. The former Olympic gymnast sat down with Hoda Kotb for an exclusive interview, which will air on TODAY Monday, Jan. 8. In a preview clip from the interview shared on Sunday TODAY, […]
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‘Elections matter, leadership matters.’ Kamala Harris speaks in Myrtle Beach
As Vice President Kamala Harris talked about the importance of voting during a stop in Myrtle Beach Saturday, a crowd of around 1,000 women cheered in agreement. “Elections matter, leadership matters and it makes a difference in the lives of people,” Harris said. Harris visited the Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort on Saturday to give a […]
Nevada Judge Pummeled in Viral Attack Video Speaks About The Attack
Photo: Clark County District Court (AP) Updated as of 1/4/2024 at 10:00 a.m. ET The Nevada judge who was seen being attacked by a defendant who was extremely displeased (and that’s an understatement) with his sentencing – is back working behind the bench. Read more The staff referenced for their help included a group of […]
Charlotte City Council member seeks to create task force as New Year’s Eve shooting victim speaks
Charlotte City Council member seeks to create task force as New Year’s Eve shooting victim speaks CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A member of Charlotte City Council is calling for the creation of a crime task force following an uptown shooting on New Year’s Eve that left five people injured. Councilman Tariq Bokhari says incidents like the […]
Zelenskiy speaks of war, Putin makes passing reference in contrasting New Year speeches
By Lidia Kelly (Reuters) – Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy honoured his people’s resilience in times of bloodshed in a long and lyrical New Year speech, while Russian leader Vladimir Putin stressed his country’s unity in a short and stern message that made only passing reference to the war. The speeches – traditional Dec. 31 messages […]
Father of teen beaten outside Gilbert In-N-Out speaks after police reopen 4 criminal investigations
GILBERT, Ariz. – The Gilbert Police Department is digging deeper into the so-called “Gilbert Goons” gang and the growing concern about teen violence in the community. GPD just announced they’re reopening four criminal cases. At least one of those cases involves a 16-year-old who was beaten at an In-N-Out restaurant’s parking lot in Gilbert near […]
L.A. hospital looking to ID patient who speaks unknown language
Backup Dancer Speaks Out – Billboard
Bryan Tanaka is speaking out about his breakup with Mariah Carey. On Tuesday (Dec. 26), the backup dancer, 40, shared a lengthy statement on social media about the couple’s split, which he says was a “mutual” decision between them. “Dear friends and fans, with mixed emotions, I share this personal update regarding my amicable separation […]
Fighting rages in northern Gaza; Biden speaks with Netanyahu
By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Emily Rose CAIRO/JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Israel battled Hamas militants on Saturday in pursuit of its elusive goal of full control of northern Gaza after the U.N. Security Council appealed for more aid for the Palestinian enclave but stopped short of demanding a ceasefire. Thick smoke hung over the northern town of Jabalia […]
Biden speaks with Obrador as migrant crossings spike at southern border
President Biden spoke with Mexico’s President López Obrador Thursday morning, as migrant crossings continue to spike at the southern border. The White House has not released any information to reporters about the call. Mr. Biden met with Obrador in person while in California last month, and the two addressed the threats of illicit drugs, like […]
Top US military officer speaks to Chinese counterpart in bid to thaw relations
General CQ Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to his Chinese counterpart on Thursday, in the first of what officials said will be renewed talks between the two nations’ senior military leaders. It came as the Biden administration works to thaw relations with Beijing. The video call between Gen Brown and Gen […]
Top US military officer speaks with Chinese counterpart as US aims to warm relations with Beijing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Gen. CQ Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke with his Chinese counterpart on Thursday, in the first of what officials said will be renewed talks between the two nation’s senior military leaders, as the Biden administration works to thaw relations with Beijing. The video call between Brown and Gen. […]