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Timberwolves Take 2-0 Lead on Suns Behind 25 Points and Ace Defense from Jaden McDaniels

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels during the first half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

MINNEAPOLIS — Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points for a career best in the playoffs and spearheaded another stifling defensive performance… Continue reading Timberwolves Take 2-0 Lead on Suns Behind 25 Points and Ace Defense from Jaden McDaniels

Ex-Police Officer Wanted in 2 Killings and Kidnapping Shoots, Kills Self in Oregon, Police Say

This image provided by KEZI 9 News shows the scene on Interstate 5 on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, near Eugene, Ore., after a former Washington state police officer wanted after killing two people, including his ex-wife, was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a chase in Oregon, authorities said. His 1-year-old baby, who was with him, was taken safely into custody by Oregon State Police troopers. (KEZI 9 News via AP)

SEATTLE — A former Washington state police officer wanted after killing two people, including his ex-wife, was found dead with… Continue reading Ex-Police Officer Wanted in 2 Killings and Kidnapping Shoots, Kills Self in Oregon, Police Say

US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement over FBI’s Botching of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

In this Jan. 24, 2018, file photo, victims react and hug Assistant Attorney General Angela Povilaitis after Larry Nassar was sentenced by Judge Rosemarie Aquilina to 40 to 175 years in prison during a sentencing hearing in Lansing, Mich. The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday, April 23, 2024, with more than 100 people who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016, a critical time gap that allowed the sports doctor to continue to prey on victims before his arrest. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)

DETROIT — The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday with more than 100 people who accused the… Continue reading US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement over FBI’s Botching of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

Senate Passes Bill Forcing TikTok’s Parent Company To Sell or Face Ban, Sends to Biden for Signature

A TikTok content creator, speaks to reporters outside the U.S. Capitol, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Washington, as Senators prepare to consider legislation that would force TikTok's China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban, a contentious move by U.S. lawmakers. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media… Continue reading Senate Passes Bill Forcing TikTok’s Parent Company To Sell or Face Ban, Sends to Biden for Signature

Tesla 1Q Profit Falls 55%, but Stock Jumps as Company Moves to Speed Production of Cheaper Vehicles

The logo for the Tesla Supercharger station is seen in Buford, Ga, April 22, 2021. Faced with falling global sales and a tumbling stock price, Tesla has slashed prices again on some of its electric vehicles and its “Full Self Driving” system. Tesla releases first-quarter earnings Tuesday, April 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)

AUSTIN – Tesla’s first-quarter net income plummeted 55%, but its stock price surged in after-hours trading Tuesday as the company… Continue reading Tesla 1Q Profit Falls 55%, but Stock Jumps as Company Moves to Speed Production of Cheaper Vehicles

Martian Skies over Athens? Greece’s Capital Turns An Orange Hue with Dust Clouds from North Africa

Tourists walk at the Lycabettus hill as the city of Athens with the ancient Acropolis hill is seen at the background, on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The Acropolis and other Athens landmarks took on Martian hues Tuesday as stifling dust clouds blown across the Mediterranean Sea from North Africa engulfed the Greek capital. (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris)

ATHENS, Greece — Skies over southern Greece turned an orange hue on Tuesday as dust clouds blown across the Mediterranean… Continue reading Martian Skies over Athens? Greece’s Capital Turns An Orange Hue with Dust Clouds from North Africa

Rep. Meng Brings Greece’s New Ambassador to the United States to Queens, NY

U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng and Ambassador of Greece to the U.S. Ekaterini Nassika touring St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Shrine Church with Fr. Aristidis Garinis. (Photo: Courtesy of Rep. Meng’s office)

QUEENS, NY – U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens), a member of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus, brought the Greek Ambassador to… Continue reading Rep. Meng Brings Greece’s New Ambassador to the United States to Queens, NY

Greek-American George Christie on His 40 Years in the Hells Angels

George Christie. Photo: Facebook/George Christie

VENTURA, CA – Greek-American George Christie was featured on Fox News Digital (FND) for his time in the Hells Angels,… Continue reading Greek-American George Christie on His 40 Years in the Hells Angels

Cyprus Says Can’t Handle More Syrian Refugees, Asylum Claims Suspended

FILE - Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides arrives for an EU Summit in Brussels, Friday, March 22, 2024. European Union leaders on Friday will discuss plans to boost investment and the economy. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

NICOSIA – The suspending of asylum applications from Syrian refugees on Cyprus has now been followed by President Nikos Christodoulides saying… Continue reading Cyprus Says Can’t Handle More Syrian Refugees, Asylum Claims Suspended

Critics See Refugees Human Rights Problems in Greece, But US Doesn’t

FILE - The State Department seal is seen on the briefing room lectern at the State Department in Washington, Jan. 31, 2022. (Mandel Ngan, Pool via AP, File)

WASHINGTON – Although human rights groups have chided Greece’s record in dealing with refugees and migrants, alleging pushbacks the government denied… Continue reading Critics See Refugees Human Rights Problems in Greece, But US Doesn’t

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