Russia advances in Ukraine at fast pace, moving into Kurakhove, analysts say

Blues reveal big reason for hiring Montgomery

St. Louis GM Doug Armstrong made it clear why he hired former Bruins coach Jim Montgomery.

Published: 2024-11-25 01:41:47

Walmart becomes latest - and biggest - company to roll back its DEI policies

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations that have done the same after coming under attack by conservative activists. The changes, confirmed by Walmart on Monday, are sweeping and include everything from not renewing a five-year commitment for an equity racial center set up in 2020 after the police killing of George Floyd, to pulling out of a prominent gay rights index. Walmart's moves underscore the increasing pressure faced by corporate America as it continues to navigate the fallout from the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in June 2023 ending affirmative action in college admissions.

Published: 2024-11-26 02:02:02

Drake alleges Universal falsely inflated popularity of Kendrick Lamar diss track 'Not Like Us'

Drake alleged in a court filing Monday that Universal Music Group falsely pumped up the popularity on Spotify and other streaming services of Kendrick Lamar's “Not Like Us," a song that viciously attacked Drake amid a bitter feud between the two hip-hop superstars. The petition in a New York court by the rapper's company Frozen Moments LLC demands the preservation and divulgence of information that might be evidence in a potential lawsuit against UMG, which is the distributor for the record labels of both Drake and Lamar.

Published: 2024-11-26 01:40:32

South Korean man convicted for deliberately gaining weight to evade military service

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean man has been sentenced to a suspended prison term for deliberately gaining more than 20 kilograms (44 pounds) to evade a tougher role in the country’s military conscription system, a Seoul court said Tuesday.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:08:38

Japan's space agency halts Epsilon S rocket engine test after fire

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan's space agency aborted an engine test for the Epsilon S rocket on Tuesday following a fire at the test site, a failure that could push the rocket's debut launch beyond the March-end target and cause further delays in the national space programme. An explosion could be heard and a blaze could be seen shortly after the ground combustion test started at the Tanegashima Space Center in southwestern Japan, according to footage from public broadcaster NHK. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said the engine test encountered a "combustion abnormality" 49 seconds after the ignition.

Published: 2024-11-26 00:16:34

Powerball winning numbers for November 25 drawing: Jackpot rises to $184 million

Powerball players, check out the results of the Monday, Nov. 25 drawing here.

Published: 2024-11-26 02:00:24

Russia advances in Ukraine at fast pace, moving into Kurakhove, analysts say

Russian forces have been advancing in Ukraine at the fastest pace since the early months of the war, are moving into the strategic town of Kurakhove and have been exploiting vulnerabilities of Kyiv troops, analysts said on Monday. "Russian forces recently have been advancing at a significantly quicker rate than they did in the entirety of 2023," analysts at the Washington-based Institute for the Study of War said in a report. The report noted recent confirmed battlefield gains near Vuhledar and Velyka Novosilka, which are in the Donetsk region in eastern Ukraine.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:05:48

AP News in Brief at 11:04 p.m. EST

Trump threatens to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office

Published: 2024-11-26 04:05:36

Rivian gets $6.6 billion conditional loan approval to build Georgia EV plant

Rivian said on Monday it has received conditional approval for a loan of up to $6.6 billion from the U.S. Department of Energy to build the electric vehicle maker's production facility in Georgia. Operation of the Georgia plant, where Rivian plans to build future vehicles such as its smaller, less expensive R2 SUVs and R3 crossovers, will begin in 2028, the California-based startup said in a statement. Rivian shares are down about 50% this year as the young company has struggled to produce its roomy electric SUVs and pickup trucks while grappling with a part shortage, and has pushed to slash costs.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:05:31

Former NHL player Paul Bissonnette attacked during altercation at Scottsdale steakhouse

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Former NHL player and TNT hockey analyst Paul Bissonnette was assaulted by several men during an altercation at a Scottsdale steakhouse on Sunday night.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:04:16

Latrell Jossell, Atin Wright rally North Texas to 58-55 victory over Oregon State

DENTON, Texas (AP) — Latrell Jossell scored 15 points and Atin Wright hit the game-winning 3-pointer with 9 seconds remaining to send North Texas to a 58-55 victory over Oregon State 58-55 on Monday night.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:04:11

Brady Tkachuk helps Senators snap five-game skid with 4-3 win over Flames

OTTAWA — Brady Tkachuk's power-play goal early in the third period stood as the winner as the Ottawa Senators held on for a 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames on Monday.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:02:57

Brady Tkachuk helps Senators snap 5-game skid with 4-3 win over Flames

Brady Tkachuk’s power-play goal early in the third period stood as the winner as the Ottawa Senators held on for a 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames on Monday night. Adam Gaudette, Drake Batherson and Cole Reinhardt also scored as Ottawa snapped a five-game losing skid. Jonathan Huberdeau opened the scoring for the Flames, while Yegor Sharangovich and Mikael Backlund added goals.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:02:54

Ravens vs. Chargers live updates: Score, highlights from Week 12 Monday Night Football game

It's Harbaugh Bowl 3 as Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers keep pushing against John Harbaugh and the Ravens on "MNF." Here's what to know about the game.

Published: 2024-11-25 21:00:52

Factbox-Companies that might be affected by Trump's promised tariffs

Here are companies with a manufacturing presence in Mexico. Honda Motor sends 80% of its production in Mexico to the U.S. market and its chief operating officer Shinji Aoyama warned earlier this month if the U.S. were to impose permanent tariffs on vehicles imported from Mexico, it would have to think about shifting production. Nissan Motor has two plants in Mexico where it makes the Sentra, Versa and Kicks models for the U.S. market.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:00:53

Ravens vs. Chargers score, live updates: Harbaugh brothers meet for the third time as NFL head coaches on Monday Night Football

The two teams still have eyes on a division title, but are currently holding on to two AFC wild card spots.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:49:28

Jaleel White says former co-star Jonathan Brandis' death made him want to quit acting

Jaleel White is looking back on the emotional death of his former co-star Jonathan Brandis in his new memoir "Growing Up Urkel."

Published: 2024-11-26 03:58:33

Supporters of Pakistan ex-PM Khan march to capital demanding his release

Thousands marched to Islamabad Tuesday, demanding ex-PM Imran Khan's release, defying tear gas and roadblocks. Clashes left one officer dead and nine critically injured. Khan, barred from February elections amid rigging allegations, faces multiple legal cases he claims are politically motivated to block his return to power. Thousands of protestors calling for the release of Pakistan's jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan defied roadblocks and tear gas to march to the gates of the nation's capital

Published: 2024-11-26 03:56:06

Civil servants to get 1.05 months of year-end bonus; SM Lee warns against writing off China: Singapore live news

Yahoo Singapore is featuring a curated selection of some of the biggest, most important, and fascinating news that's making waves online.

Published: 2024-11-26 01:08:49

Nenshi says not sending voter cards due to postal strike could affect byelection

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — Alberta Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi says a decision not to mail out voter registration cards due to the Canada Post strike could hurt turnout in a provincial byelection that's been called for a week before Christmas.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:55:29

Hellebuyck makes 43 saves, Iafallo scores twice to give Jets 4-1 win over Wild

Connor Hellebuyck made a season-high 43 saves, Alex Iafallo scored two goals, and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Minnesota Wild 4-1 on Monday night in a game between two of the Western Conference's best. The Jets needed each of Hellebuyck’s stops in his league-leading 15th win. Only defenseman Jacob Middleton beat the reigning Vezina Trophy winner, on a rebound in the first period.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:55:23

Edmonton's Citadel Theatre says actor died during performance of 'A Christmas Carol'

EDMONTON — An actor who was portraying the ghost of Jacob Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in an Edmonton theatre company's production of "A Christmas Carol" died during a performance of the holiday classic, the company says.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:55:14

Jim Montgomery is thrilled to be back with the St. Louis Blues as their coach

NEW YORK (AP) — As new Blues coach Jim Montgomery appeared before reporters Monday at Madison Square Garden sporting a dark blue sweatshirt emblazoned with the team’s famed blue note logo, there was no hesitation about his emotions.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:55:13

G7 FMs inaugurate a red bench to raise awareness about gender-based violence

Foreign ministers attending a G7 meeting in Italy on Monday inaugurated a new red bench meant to symbolize Rome's focus on fighting gender-based violence. The bench was unveiled as communities across the world marked International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:54:02

Seth Meyers: How ‘Co-President’ Elon Musk Is Driving Trump Crazy

Although Late Night host Seth Meyers was not happy about the results of the 2024 election, he’s since found at least one silver lining: Donald Trump already seems to be getting sick of Elon Musk. Responding to a clip of Trump expressing apparent annoyance that he can’t get Musk to leave Mar-a-Lago, Meyers joked, “Nothing’s making me feel better than the fact that Donald Trump finally got his own Donald Trump.” Speaking in a Trump impression, Meyers said about Musk, “Look at this guy. You can’t g

Published: 2024-11-26 03:53:47

Triumph over legal cases seals Trump's comeback

The end of the federal cases marks the most tangible consequence of Trump's return to political power.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:53:44

What women in prison miss most, the prison schemes helping them rebuild their lives and why fewer may end up going to jail

In a workshop in the far corner of the Styal prison estate, glass, plastic and metal are being smashed to the beat of pumping music.

Published: 2024-11-25 10:23:00

Disney to Pay $43 Million to Settle Class Action Over Gender Pay Gap

Disney has agreed to pay $43.25 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accused the company of systematically paying women less than male employees with the same experience. The plaintiffs’ attorneys filed a motion on Monday to seek approval of the settlement, which would cover a broad range of salaried Disney employees in California. …

Published: 2024-11-26 03:51:14

Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis makes his presence felt on both ends in season debut vs. Clippers

BOSTON (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis was a spectator for the first month of the NBA season following offseason ankle surgery.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:49:26

Report: Kiel and St. Pauli interested in Union transfer flop

Croatian striker Ivan Prtajin is one of two 1. FC Union Berlin strikers yet to log a single minute of action for his new club since joining die Eisernen this past summer. Prtajin moved to Union from S...

Published: 2024-11-26 03:49:00

Indonesia province resumes search for 7 missing after landslide and floods kill 15

Indonesian rescuers are searching for 7 people still missing four days after torrential rain hit North Sumatra province, causing flash flooding and landslides which killed 15 people, an official said on Tuesday. Eleven people were killed in landslides in Karo district, Padang Lawas district and Tapanuli Selatan district, and another 4 died in flash floods in Deli Serdang district after the bad weather hit on Saturday, disaster agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari said. The landslides and flash floods damaged houses, mosques, and rice fields.

Published: 2024-11-26 01:39:35

Hurricanes rally with 5-goal third period, beating the Stars 6-4

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Martin Necas scored on the power play with 2:07 remaining as the Carolina Hurricanes rallied past the Dallas Stars 6-4 on Monday night behind a five-goal third period.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:47:35

Met Office says it is 'committed to learning the lessons' of Storm Bert after criticism but defends forecasts

The Met Office has said it is "committed to learning the lessons from Storm Bert" after criticism of its weather forecasts. The weather service also defended itself, pointing out that "observed rainfall totals were broadly in line with the forecast and the severe weather warnings issued in advance". Through the end of last week and into the weekend, the storm brought torrential rain and winds over 80mph to parts of the UK.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:48:00

A meaningful first NWSL title for the Pride and Marta. Plus, USWNT news roundup

Full Time Newsletter ⚽| This is ’s weekly women’s soccer newsletter. Sign up here to receive Full Time directly in your inbox. After an exciting weekend, we’ve got plenty to cover. Stick around for: A recap of the NWSL final Emma Hayes’ trip to a familiar pub The U.S. player who just called time on her international career Orlando’s Winning Season A memorable trip to KC The words “women’s soccer-specific stadium” were inescapable this weekend in Kansas City, Mo., during the NWSL championship wee

Published: 2024-11-26 03:46:08

Top Hong Kong court dismisses government appeal in gay rights housing case

HONG KONG (Reuters) -Hong Kong's top court on Tuesday upheld three earlier rulings that favoured granting public housing and inheritance rights to married same-sex couples, citing equality provisions in the city's mini-constitution, known as the Basic Law. The ruling by Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal is the latest legal victory for the city's LGBTQ+ community since 2023. The Court of Final Appeal judges Andrew Cheung, Robert Ribeiro, Joseph Fok, Johnson Lam and Frank Stock said they rejected the government's arguments that same-sex and opposite sex couples were not comparable in terms of their right to public housing.

Published: 2024-11-26 02:26:23