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Louisiana: Conditions After Ida Killed 280M Fish Inland
Conditions after Hurricane Ida last summer killed about 280 million fish in inland waters about 40% more than died in Louisiana waters after Hurricane Andrew in 1992, the state Department of Wildlife and Fisheries estimated Thursday.
U.S. Urges China To Use Influence With Moscow Over Ukraine
The United States on Thursday called on China to use its influence with Russia to urge a diplomatic solution to the Ukraine crisis https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russiaseessomeroomdialogueafterussecurityresponse20220127, but policy experts doubted B...
Chiefs' Mahomes Exudes Calm During Most Stressful Moments
There was never a sense of panic for Patrick Mahomes as he stood on the sideline Sunday night, watching the Bills score yet another late touchdown to regain the lead with 13 seconds left in their divisionalround game against the Chiefs.
Oil Falls From Seven-year High As Russia Tensions Offset Fed Tightening
Oil prices fell on Thursday after Brent crude hit a sevenyear high above $90 a barrel, as the market balanced concerns about tight worldwide supply with expectations the U.S. Federal Reserve will soon tighten monetary policy.
Biden Order Makes Sexual Harassment in US Military a Crime in Homage to Murdered Soldier
Vanessa Guillen, 20, was murdered by a fellow soldier in 2020 after being sexually harassed and telling her family she did not trust the military command to follow up on her complaint.
US Ready Either Way: Blinken To Moscow As Ukraine Crisis Escalates
The United States is "ready either way" in handling the escalating Ukraine crisis, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Moscow on Wednesday as the Biden administration's top envoy delivered a letter to the Russian government in this regard. "All told...
Blackhawks To Consider Candidates From Outside Hockey For GM
The Chicago Blackhawks are taking an unusual approach to their search for their next general manager and plan to make a decision before the NHL trade deadline in March.
Golf-Korda Feels No Added Pressure Sitting Atop World Rankings
Nelly Korda, who has been world number one longer than any other American, said on Wednesday she does not feel added pressure sitting top of the rankings.
EXPLAINER: How COVID Tests, Isolation Will Work At Olympics
Athletes and others headed to the Olympics face a multitude of COVID19 testing hurdles as organizers seek to catch any infections early and keep the virus at bay.
Democrats Eye Swift Confirmation Of Biden High Court Pick
Senate Democrats who have played defense for the last three Supreme Court vacancies plan to move swiftly to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, using the rapid 2020 confirmation of Justice Amy Coney Barrett as a new standard.
Cuba Defends Trials Of Protesters As Fair, Rejects Accusations Of Rights Violations
Cuba rejected on Tuesday accusations by rights groups and diplomats that its court system had unfairly jailed protesters following widespread unrest on the island in July, defending recent trials as just and in line with Cuban law.
Biden To Meet Qatar Leader As Energy Worries Loom In Europe
President Joe Biden will host the ruling emir of Qatar at the White House on Monday, a visit that comes as U.S. and European allies are scrambling to put together contingency plans to meet Europe's energy needs should supplies be impacted by Russia furthe...
US, Europe Plan For Any Cutoff Of Russian Natural Gas
U.S. and European officials are coordinating with natural gas suppliers around the globe to cushion the impact if Russia were to cut off energy supplies in the conflict over Ukraine, Biden administration officials say.
Missouri AG's Mask Mandate Suits Draw Some Strong Rebukes
Forty-five mask-requiring school districts in Missouri face lawsuits from Attorney General Eric Schmitt, and some school leaders and elected officials are questioning if he really has the best interest of the state at heart.
Jury Awards Cardi B $1.25 Million In Defamation Lawsuit
A federal jury in Atlanta has awarded $1.25 million to Cardi B in a defamation lawsuit against a celebrity news blogger who she says posted videos falsely stating the Grammywinning rapper used cocaine, had contracted herpes and engaged in prostitution.
MLB Drops Arbitration Cuts After Union Holds On Free Agents
Major League Baseball withdrew its plan for more limited salary arbitration on Tuesday, a day after the union withdrew its demand for greater free agent eligibility.