U.S. imposes sanctions on prominent Russian financiers with ties to West
The Treasury Department imposed penalties on Petr Aven, Mikhail Fridman, German Khan and Alexey Kuzmichev, billionaires behind the Alfa Group financial services conglomerate.
Day: August 11, 2023
Maui fires live update: Hawaii wildfires death toll rises to 67 as emergency alert failures revealed
Maui mayor says historic town of Lahaina has been totally wiped out by wildfires: ‘It’s all gone’
Preakness officials say they’re considering changing the timing of the second Triple Crown race
Preakness officials say they are considering moving the second Triple Crown race back to four weeks after the Kentucky Derby instead of two weeks later.
Chiefs say new Commanders coordinator Eric Bieniemy’s intense style will pay off eventually
Many of the Kansas City Chiefs have rushed to the defense of their former offensive coordinator, Eric Bieniemy, after word came out that some of the Washington Commanders were concerned about the intensity he has brought to their team.
YouTube is shaking up linking. Here’s what creators can and can’t link now
If you produce YouTube videos, you’re about to lose some link opportunities — but gain some, too.
E-bikes, scooters: Vulnerable pedestrians
Re: “ ‘A dangerous combination’: Teenagers’ accidents expose e-bike risks” [July 29, Nation]: E-bikes and motorized scooters are a hazard on local trails. The article talks about bicyclists and e-bike riders getting hurt. What about pedestrians? We are…
Detroit Police Changing Facial-Recognition Policy After Pregnant Woman Says She Was Wrongly Charged
The Detroit police chief said he’s setting new policies on the use of facial-recognition technology after a woman who was eight months pregnant said she was wrongly charged with robbery and carjacking in a case that was ultimately dismissed by prosecut…
Saudi Pro League Spent Big Money on Big Stars. But the Fans Aren’t a Sure Bet
The country has spent billions recruiting the sport’s biggest names, including Cristiano Ronaldo, as another season kicks off Friday.
Sunak’s ‘intransigence’ on pay will lead to more NHS strikes, warns top doctor
Exclusive: BMA council chair says medics will have no option but to stage more industrial action until ministers make ‘credible offer’Rishi Sunak’s “increasingly intransigent” and “belligerent” stance on medics’ pay is blocking the path to ending the i…
Justice Dept names special counsel to ensure independent Hunter Biden probe
The US Justice Department on Friday escalated its investigation into President Joe Biden’s son Hunter, naming a special counsel amid allegations he engaged in illicit business deals overseas.