US removes plaques honoring black soldiers from WWII Netherlands cemetery sparks backlash

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US removes plaques honoring black soldiers from WWII Netherlands cemetery sparks backlash

MARGRATEN, Netherlands (AP) — Since a U.S. military cemetery in the southern Netherlands removed two displays recognizing black troops who helped liberate Europe from the Nazis, visitors have filled the guest book with objections. Sometime this spring, the American Battle Monuments Commission, the U.S. government agency responsible for maintaining memorial sites outside the United States, … Read more

What’s inside Mexico’s Popocatépetl volcano? Scientists obtain the first 3D images

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What’s inside Mexico’s Popocatépetl volcano? Scientists obtain the first 3D images

POPOCATÉPETL VOLCANO, Mexico (AP) — In the predawn darkness, a team of scientists climbs the slope of Mexico’s Popocatépetl volcano, one of the most active in the world and whose eruption could affect millions. His mission: find out what’s going on under the crater. For five years, the group from Mexico’s National Autonomous University scaled … Read more

New developments in the case of the disappearance of Camila Mendoza Olmos

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New developments in the case of the disappearance of Camila Mendoza Olmos

New developments have been released in the case of missing Texas teenager Camila Mendoza Olmos, who was last seen leaving her San Antonio home on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. In a news conference Monday, Dec. 29, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said investigators believe she may have … Read more

Trump Administration Releases Rural Health Funding With Requirements Attached

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Trump Administration Releases Rural Health Funding With Requirements Attached

States will share $10 billion next year for rural health care in a program that aims to offset the Trump administration’s massive budget cuts to rural hospitals, federal officials announced Monday. But while every state has requested money from the Rural Health Transformation Program, it won’t be distributed equally. And critics fear that funding could … Read more

After the denials, the 158-year-old retailer may file for Chapter 11

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After the denials, the 158-year-old retailer may file for Chapter 11

“The lady protests too much, I think.” Sometimes the classics tell the story, and in this case Shakespeare’s Hamlet applies. Earlier this month, TheStreet published an analysis of Saks Global’s financial situation. It didn’t paint a pretty picture. Ragini Bhalla, chief brand officer and spokeswoman for Creditsafe, shared details about the struggles Saks Fifth Avenue … Read more

Protests calling for the “death of the dictator” break out in Iran

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Protests calling for the “death of the dictator” break out in Iran

Credit: X / @abdolah_abdi Mass protests broke out in Iran, calling for the “death of the dictator” due to the regime’s economic crisis. Tear gas was used to disperse the protesters as shops closed their shutters in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar and main markets. Students called on their colleagues to join the demonstrations, as chants rang … Read more

What are progressive driving licenses and will the UK introduce them?

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What are progressive driving licenses and will the UK introduce them?

Ministers are expected to resist calls for a major overhaul of driving qualifications when they unveil their latest plans to improve road safety. Participants argued that replacing the UK’s current driving test regime could prevent thousands of injuries and deaths on the nation’s roads every year. The existing one-and-done system means that newly qualified drivers … Read more

Breaking down the reality of retirement for households with $4 million in savings

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Breaking down the reality of retirement for households with million in savings

Canva: Monkey Business Images and Jonathan Ross of Getty Images A $4 million nest egg generates $160,000 annually using the 4% withdrawal rule. Healthcare, taxes and long-term care costs remain major variables that can have a significant impact on retirement spending. You may enjoy a nice retirement with $4 million saved, but continue to manage … Read more

Snow, windy traffic in West Michigan

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Snow, windy traffic in West Michigan

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Strong winds and falling snow led to hazardous driving conditions Monday morning, with crashes and slide-offs reported in West Michigan. Windy winter storm hits west Michigan on Monday A number of early morning crashes were reported in Allegan County. In the town of Saugatuck, a semi-truck was heading north I-196 … Read more