■The “uncommitted” tally is a concern for Biden, but is not a “death note” for his chances in the state. ■Biden still won 115 delegates on Tuesday and is well on his way to clinching the nomination. ■Turnout in the noncompetitive primary was high throughout the state. LANSING, Michigan —...
Mexico’s Presidential Candidates Promise Security or Continuity as Campaigns Officially Begin
■Gálvez promises to double the size of the National Guard and put it under civilian leadership. ■Sheinbaum promises to continue the policies of her predecessor, President López Obrador. ■Public opinion is divided on the readiness of the country for a woman president. IRAPUATO, Mexico — Mexico’s presidential campaigns officially launched...
Iranian Parliament Vote, First Since 2022 Mass Protests, Sees a Low Turnout Despite Government Push
■Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei linked turnout to taking a stand against Iran's enemies. ■Of about 15,000 candidates, only 116 are considered to be relatively moderate or pro-reform. ■Iran's economy continues to stagnate under Western sanctions. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iran held its first parliamentary election Friday since mass...
Condemnation of Israel’s Actions Grows. Biden Promises Humanitarian Air Drops to Gaza.
Turkey has joined Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan in condemning Israeli forces shooting desperately hungry Palestinians waiting for the delivery of aid, with the Turkish Foreign Ministry accusing Israel of using “starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza.” At least 115 Palestinians were killed and hundreds more wounded, the Health Ministry...
New York Man Who Killed a Woman After a Wrong Turn in His Driveway Gets 25 Years to Life
■Kevin Monahan, 66, showed no remorse, according to the judge. ■Judge emphasized that it's not acceptable to shoot people who drive down your driveway. ■Monahan maintained the fatal shot was an accident and that the shotgun was defective. FORT EDWARD, N.Y. — A man who fatally shot a 20-year-old woman...
US Health Officials Drop 5-Day Isolation Time for COVID-19
■U.S. health officials have reduced the isolation period for COVID-19 from five days. ■CDC changed its guidelines, allowing those with mild symptoms to return to work. ■There is no change to guidelines for nursing homes and health care facilities. NEW YORK — Americans who test positive for COVID-19 no longer...
Did Newsom Cut Panera Bread Franchisee a Break? ‘That’s Absurd,’ Says His Office.
■Newsom administration denies seeking exemption in new fast food minimum wage law. ■The exemption applies to restaurants with on-site bakeries. ■The exemption is linked to opposition from Panera Bread franchisee Greg Flynn, a Newsom supporter. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration has denied a news report that he...
What is Super Tuesday? Why It Matters and What to Watch
■Super Tuesday is a crucial moment for Biden and Trump, with 16 states voting. ■California's U.S. Senate primary is a major non-presidential contest. ■San Francisco and Los Angeles will address criminal justice and public safety in their local elections. The biggest day of this year's primary campaign is approaching as...
Takeaways From Hunter Biden’s Combative Deposition With Republican Lawmakers
■The grueling deposition lasted almost 7 hours. ■Hunter Biden's battle with addiction was a significant part of the testimony. ■Republicans scrutinized Hunter Biden's foreign work and alleged influence trading. WASHINGTON — The transcript of the congressional deposition of Hunter Biden was released late Thursday, providing a full view of the...
Elon Musk Sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, Claiming Betrayal of Its Goal to Benefit Humanity
■Musk claims OpenAI has become a closed-source subsidiary of Microsoft. ■Musk is suing for breach of contract and unfair business practices. ■OpenAI shifted to a for-profit model, with Microsoft investing $1 billion. Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman over what he says is a betrayal of...