News
The news category delivers timely and factual information on current events, spanning politics, economics, science, technology, and culture. Through various media, it aims to keep the public informed, fostering awareness and informed decision-making. News content prioritizes accuracy and objectivity, serving as a crucial tool for civic engagement and understanding the ever-changing global landscape.
Furnace explosion at Chinese-owned nickel plant in Indonesia kills 13
PALU, Indonesia — A smelting furnace exploded Sunday at a Chinese-owned nickel plant on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, killing at least 13 workers and...
Decaying Pillsbury mill in Illinois that once churned flour into opportunity is now getting new life
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — It was the dog, stuck atop skyscraping grain silos on Springfield’s northeast side in 2019, that forced Chris Richmond’s hand....
New York governor vetoes bill that would ban noncompete agreements
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York’s governor vetoed a bill days before Christmas that would have banned noncompete agreements, which restrict workers’ ability to...
Merchant vessel linked to Israel damaged in a drone attack off India’s west coast
A maritime intelligence company says a drone has hit an Israeli-affiliated merchant vessel off the coast of India in the Arabian Sea ByThe...
Delaware hospital system will pay $47 million to settle whistleblower allegations of billing fraud
DOVER, Del. — Delaware’s largest hospital system will pay more than $47 million to settle whistleblower allegations by its former compliance officer that...
Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs
Standing on a portable stage erected at home plate of the Milwaukee Brewers ballpark, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers recently praised the professional baseball...
Cuban government defends plans to either cut rations or increase prices
The Cuban government says it will have to either increase prices for fuel and electricity, or reduce rations for basic supplies ByANDREA RODRÍGUEZ...
Key takeaways from AP’s look at the emerging wave of sports construction in the US
A new round of stadium construction is underway for professional sports teams across the U.S., and taxpayers will be helping to pay the...
Busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start with few airport delays
NEW YORK — The holiday travel rush hit its peak Friday as mild weather and lower flight cancelation rates raised hopes for merrier...
How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 12/22/2023
Wall Street capped its eighth straight winning week with a quiet finish Friday following reports showing inflation on the way down and the...