Nov 08 Woman recalls 'complete terror' of Charlottesville car attack By Denise Lavoie, Associated Press Nine people who were physically injured or emotionally scarred are suing the rally organizers, alleging they conspired to commit violence. Continue reading
Nov 08 Youth activists call on U.S. to help deliver $100 billion in international climate aid By Bella Isaacs-Thomas, William Brangham, Sam Lane “We're in the [climate crisis right now] because of empty promises, because [world leaders] prioritize themselves and their economies over the planet and the people,” South African climate activist Raeesah Noor-Mahomed said. Continue reading
Nov 08 U.N. humanitarian chief says over 3 million in Myanmar need 'life-saving' aid By Edith M. Lederer, Associated Press Martin Griffiths also urged donors on Monday to respond to the U.N. appeal, saying less than half of the $385 million required has been raised since the military ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Continue reading
Nov 08 Corruption claims roiling UK government put Johnson under pressure By Jill Lawless, Associated Press As a United Nations climate summit aimed at staving off catastrophic global warming enters its final week in Glasgow, host Johnson is facing a barrage of criticism in London over his attempts to change the system that oversees lawmakers’ standards. Continue reading
Nov 08 U.S. envoy says Bosnia's presidency pledges no more wars despite ethnic tension By Associated Press A senior U.S. diplomat says he's received assurances from members of Bosnia's presidency there will be no repeat of armed clashes in the war-scarred nation despite deep tensions triggered by Bosnian Serb separatist moves. Continue reading
Nov 08 WATCH: Biden honors 2021 NBA champs Milwaukee Bucks at White House By Aamer Madhani, Associated Press The Bucks were the first NBA champions to visit the White House in nearly five years, ending a Donald Trump-era hiatus. Continue reading
Nov 08 WATCH: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Karine Jean-Pierre hold press briefing By Associated Press U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg welcomed the opportunity to highlight elements of the new $1 trillion infrastructure deal agreed to by Congress last week, describing it as "a big deal."… Continue reading
Nov 08 WATCH: U.S. charges two suspected major ransomware operators By Eric Tucker, Alan Suderman, Associated Press Attorney General Merrick Garland, FBI Director Christopher Wray and other Department of Justice officials are holding a press briefing on "significant law enforcement matter". Continue reading
Nov 08 WATCH: This California project is studying how to help people adapt to climate change By Tom Casciato As climate-change-fueled wildfires become the new normal there, the need to adapt to smoke and other hazards has become acute. Continue reading
Nov 08 What 1.5 means at COP26 and for the planet By Seth Borenstein, Associated Press The 1.5 figure now it is the “overarching objective” of the Glasgow climate talks. Continue reading