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By Associated Press GOMA, Congo | For Nelly Shukuru, there was no way out. The fighting that forced her from her home, the squalid conditions in the displacement camp in eastern Congo, the hunger, all felt inescapable. The 51-year-old planned to hang herself. She said a neighbor stopped her just in time. “In my mind,

By Associated Press WASHINGTON | Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Wednesday that North Korean troops wearing Russian uniforms and carrying Russian equipment are moving toward Ukraine, in what he called a dangerous and destabilizing development. Austin was speaking at a press conference in Washington with South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, as concerns grow about

By Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea | North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile for the first time in almost a year Thursday in a test of what may be a new, more agile weapon targeting the mainland U.S., its neighbors said. The launch came as Washington warned that North Korean troops in Russian uniforms

By Associated Press COLUMBIA, Mo. — A Missouri man who died after he was placed in a spit hood and restrained in a Missouri prison was motionless for nearly 10 minutes before a nurse checked on him, prison video released Tuesday shows. Video of the final the moments before Othel Moore’s December 2023 death shows

By Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Erik and Lyle Menendez’s resentencing hearing has been set for Dec. 11, when a judge will decide whether they will have a shot at freedom after spending 34 years behind bars for the shotgun killings of their parents in 1989 at their Beverly Hills home. The date was decided

By Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. — Donald Trump showered former NFL star Brett Favre with praise on Wednesday at a rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin, where the former Packers quarterback campaigned for the Republican presidential nominee in the final week before Election Day. “Thank you, Brett. What a great honor. What a great champion,”

By Metro Creative Taking care of a vehicle involves more than just maintaining the equipment under the hood. There are a number of steps involved in keeping a car or truck in top form, and that includes regular car washes. Car washes keep a vehicle shiny and clean, which can help it look good while

By Metro Creative Driving requires drivers to use their senses so they, their passengers and their fellow motorists can safely traverse the roadways. When any of those senses are compromised, the risk for accident increases. Sight is vital to safe driving. Individuals who have vision problems must correct these issues by wearing eyeglasses or contact

By Associated Press The executive director of the new 12-team College Football Playoff confirmed what many already knew — that while wins and the age-old “eye test” will play roles in determining who makes the bracket, strength of schedule could be a deciding factor in some of the selection committee’s deliberations. Rich Clark held a

By Associated Press The NFL has been on a race to the bottom this season. A record-tying nine teams already have lost at least six games in the first eight weeks of the season, and many fan bases already have turned their focus from playoff races to draft prospects and positioning. The only other season

By Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The ads promoting a November ballot measure to legalize sports betting in Missouri tout the potential for millions of new tax dollars devoted to schools. If voters approve the measure, it’s a good bet they will see even more ads offering special promotions for bettors. Many of those

By Associated Press WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.8% annual rate from July through September, with consumers helping drive growth despite the weight of still-high interest rates. Wednesday’s report from the Commerce Department said the gross domestic product — the economy’s total output of goods and services — did slow slightly

By Associated Press WASHINGTON — Four days before Election Day, the government will issue its final snapshot of hiring and unemployment in the United States after a presidential race in which voter perceptions of the economy have played a central role. Yet Friday’s report will include some of the most distorted monthly employment figures in

By Jeff Inglis The Conversation via AP As Election Day arrives, people’s feelings of eagerness and anxiety can intensify. It’s normal to want to know the results, but it’s also important to make sure that when the results are announced, they’re accurate. The Conversation U.S. has covered many aspects of the election, including the mechanics

By Associated Press As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains. “It’s a feeling of panic, fear, anxiety and dread all in one,” said Germaine Pataki, 63, of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She’s among the millions of people estimated to have seasonal affective disorder,

By Chris Fortune A heated presidential battle is driving election security to the top of the ticket for voters and Buchanan County officials charged with making sure ballots are counted accurately. Tens of thousands of voters are expected to turn out on Tuesday, Nov. 5, for the general election in Buchanan County. Whether you’re voting

By Metro Creative Honey is a versatile ingredient that can be added to both foods and beverages. Beloved the world over, honey has been used in recipes for centuries. Such is the case with the following recipe for “Pain d’épices” from Linda Collister’s “Quick Breads” (Ryland, Peters & Small). This French honey spice loaf dates

By Associated Press HOUSTON — Houston Texans receiver Stefon Diggs will miss the rest of the season after tearing the ACL in his right knee Sunday. Coach DeMeco Ryans made the announcement Tuesday, calling Diggs being out a huge loss. “It hurts our team to hear that news,” Ryans said. “He’s been such an important

By Associated Press Like Joe Flacco, Jameis Winston did what Deshaun Watson couldn’t do for the Browns. Watson’s absence again led to the return of an effective passing attack. Winston threw for 334 yards and three touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 59 seconds left, in Cleveland’s 29-24 comeback win over Baltimore on Sunday. Watson