TV and radio listings: October 21
Your daily guide to the world of sports on television and radio.
Will the Blue Line light rail and streetcar be open for your Monday commute?
The Lynx Blue Line light rail and Gold Line streetcar will return to full service Monday, the Charlotte Area Transit System said Sunday. In a […]
Jordan canceling annexes of peace treaty with Israel, King Abdullah says
Following recent protests, King Abdullah says Jordan will terminate parts of the treaty that allowed Israeli ownership rights under Jordanian sovereignty in the Naharayim/Baqura area […]
Since spy-plane downing, Russia toughens stance against Israel in Syria skies
Russia demands Israeli army increase use of ‘hotline’ mechanism to prevent friction â– S-300 missile defense systems provided to Syria will be manned first by […]
A man ordered two waters at an NC hot dog eatery. Then he left a $10,000 cash tip.
On Saturday, a man walked into Greenville, North Carolina’s Sup Dogs restaurant and ordered two waters. He had a few sips, then left $10,000 in […]
Winter is coming: First frost of the season to descend on the Carolinas tonight
Winter is coming, and the first frost of the season could descend on parts of the Carolinas tonight. The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued […]
Israeli Diaspora minister will be conspicuously absent from this week’s big Diaspora event in Israel
The Jewish Diaspora’s biggest annual event is taking place in Tel Aviv this week – but the minister in charge of Diaspora ties will not […]
Why are some pro-Israel voices speaking out against Jamal Khashoggi?
Notably, the mainstream pro-Israel groups, like the American Israel Public Affairs Committee and the Anti-Defamation League, were not joining in the attacks, and Israeli officials […]
Wilmington-area conservatives debate climate change after Florence
As local weather takes dramatic turns, more voters forced to reinforce — or question — their beliefs
Brexit minister urges UK Conservatives to unite behind May
Britain’s Brexit Secretary has urged rebellious Conservative lawmakers to stop attacking Prime Minister Theresa May and “play for the team.” Dominic Raab also said that […]
The Latest: Growing migrant caravan renews march to US
The Latest on the caravan of Central American migrants hoping to reach the United States (all times local): 7:40 a.m. A migrant caravan whose numbers […]
Mega Millions ticket sold in New Hampshire worth $1 million
NASHUA, N.H. (AP) — Someone who bought a Mega Millions ticket in New Hampshire came closer than most to winning the $1 billion prize, matching […]
Teachers at Israeli public colleges to strike this week
Senior staff will stop working indefinitely whereas junior staff will go on strike for one week
Teachers at Israeli public colleges to strike this week
Senior staff will stop working indefinitely whereas junior staff will go on strike for one week
Quarantined nurse returns to Doctors Without Borders
A public health nurse is rejoining the group she worked for while treating Ebola patients before being quarantined in New Jersey. Kaci Hickox started a […]
Afghans vote for 2nd day after attacks, technical issues
Afghanistan’s parliamentary elections entered a second day after delays caused by violence and technical issues, as a roadside bomb killed nearly a dozen civilians on […]
The Latest: Death toll rises to 18 as Taiwan train derails
The Latest on a train derailment in Taiwan (all times local): 8:35 p.m. The death toll has climbed to 18 and the injury toll has […]
CMP proposes keeping prices stable by using tax savings
Central Maine Power is proposing to use federal tax savings to keep some prices stable and make improvements to its electric system. The Bangor Daily […]
UK defense minister backs Trump move to exit nuclear pact
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s defense secretary says the U.K. stands “absolutely resolute” with the United States as President Donald Trump announced he will pull out […]
Swanson Road on Portage’s north side to be closed for a month
PORTAGE — Swanson Road from Carnation Avenue to just south of Fitz Avenue will be closed for more than a month for the installation of […]
Moscow says US treaty pullout would be ‘very dangerous step’
ELKO, Nevada (AP) — President Donald Trump says his intention to scrap a landmark arms control agreement Russia follows years of violations by Moscow in […]
Saudi writer saw Turkey as base for a new Middle East
Friends say Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi was a proud Arab who wanted to set up a base in his ancestral homeland of Turkey, contributing to […]
Maldives’ top court dismisses outgoing president’s petition
The Maldives’ top court on Sunday dismissed the outgoing president’s petition seeking an annulment of last month’s presidential election result. The five-member Supreme Court ruled […]
#MeToo: Star India asks accuser to come forward
The Internal Complaints Committee of Star India on Sexual Harassment (Star ICC) has written to the anonymous accuser — who had alleged ‘sexual exploitation’ of […]
Jimmy Duncan wraps up 30 years of service with one last bill
Like his other work in Congress, Duncan’s final bill draw upon serving constituents, saving the government money and honoring the military.
NY lawmakers to review school health, P.E. programs
New York state lawmakers want to review the current state of physical education, mental health and health instruction in the state’s schools. The Assembly’s Education […]
Most UK firms to trigger Brexit safety plans ‘by Christmas’
The vast majority of British firms are poised to implement their Brexit contingency plans by Christmas if there isn’t greater clarity over the country’s exit […]
Taiwan train derailment kills 17, injures 132
Seventeen people were killed and at least 132 others injured on Sunday when one of Taiwan’s newer, faster trains derailed on a curve along a […]
The Latest: Britain backing Trump on US-Russia arms treaty
The Latest on President Donald Trump’s decision to pull the U.S. from an arms control agreement with Russia (all times local): 8:10 a.m. Britain’s defense […]
Truck catches on fire on Dan Ryan; expressway briefly shut down
The Dan Ryan was briefly shut down as a semi-truck was engulfed in flames close to the Garfield Red Line stop on the South Side. […]
Sandhills, pacu, perch, bobcats: Notes from around Chicago outdoors
Notes from around Chicago outdoors. We return to the regularly scheduled format for the notes. FIELD NOTES WILD OF THE WEEK Emil Baumbach caught the […]
Spanish firefighter dies as flash flooding hits south
A Spanish firefighter died while emergency services responded to flash floods caused by heavy rain in southern Spain, authorities said Sunday. The firefighter went missing […]
Man dies after blowing up train ticket machine in Germany
German police say a 19-year-old man has died after blowing up a ticket machine at a railway station in the eastern city of Halle. A […]
Moscow says US treaty pullout would be ‘very dangerous step’
President Donald Trump says his intention to scrap a landmark arms control agreement Russia follows years of violations by Moscow in developing prohibited weapons, and […]
New Hampshire city to get $800,000 in trauma assistance
MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) – New Hampshire is getting $800,000 in trauma services to help children exposed to substance abuse. The state’s Democratic Congressional delegation announced […]
Ferry collides with yachts, runs aground near Isle of Wight
A ferry collided with several yachts and ran aground while trying to berth at a harbor on the Isle of Wight off southern England on […]
Hurricane Willa grows rapidly off Mexico’s Pacific coast
A newly formed hurricane is rapidly gaining force off Mexico’s Pacific coast and forecasters say it could reach Category 4 status before hitting land by […]
Selma Blair diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
LOS ANGELES — Film and TV actress Selma Blair announced she is dealing with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. In a post Saturday on her […]
How to always be ready for a last-minute camping trip
As soon as I started throwing jackets, hats and instant oatmeal into an open duffel, my daughters (and the dog) sensed something was going down. […]
Leonard Pitts: Down memory lane with Stevie, Aretha and Gladys
Boy, this takes me back.
Colorado manufacturer’s products can be found in the Ritz and even Motel 6
In FW Manufacturing’s plant on metro Denver’s southern edge, workers assemble cabinet frames by hand, while others add hinges and hardware. Nearby, painters in three […]
Letter: Make America Hoppy Again!
It’s one thing for climate change to kill fellow citizens on our storm-battered coasts and in the wildfire-ravaged West. But now, coal-fired power plants and […]
Improving investor behavior: Managing your fears
Shark Week is among the longest running and most popular cable programs in history. First appearing 30 years ago in 1988, the show has since […]
We don’t need additional barriers to stop Asian carp from reaching Great Lakes
A recent opinion piece sounds alarm bells about Asian carp advancing toward the Great Lakes. Let us set the record straight. Asian carp, while present […]
Broncos Analysis: Reasons for optimism following win at Arizona
The Tennessee Titans started last year 2-3, but won six of their next seven. The Atlanta Falcons were 4-4 but finished 10-6. The Buffalo Bills […]
Steamboat knitters make “knockers” for breast cancer survivors
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Stitching spirals of ultra-soft cotton and bamboo yarn, the Friday afternoon knitters at Sew Steamboat put their time and skills toward a […]