Brenton Wood, singer known for ‘The Oogum Boogum Song,’ dead at 83
The classic soul singer behind hits like “The Oogum Boogum Song” and “Gimme Little Sign” has died at the age of 83. LOS ANGELES — Brenton Wood, the soulful R&B … Read More
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Trump’s ‘economic force’ threat against Canada sparks concern, disbelief – National
Incoming U.S. president Donald Trump’s threats to use “economic force” against Canada and its industries are sparking worry and disbelief. Speaking at a press conference Tuesday, Trump said he could … Read More
Last year was China’s hottest on record, weather agency says
China’s average national temperature for 2024 was 1.03 degrees higher than average, making it “the warmest year since the start of full records in 1961”, China Meteorological Administration said Wednesday … Read More
Free cars, free rent and free hotels: 9 interesting NHL CBA rules you may not know about
Frank Vatrano’s three-year, $18 million contract extension with the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday highlighted a little-known salary deferral device in the NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement. Vatrano will be paid $3 … Read More
Golden Globes winners: ‘The Brutalist,’ ‘Emilia Perez’ triumph at Golden Globes
LOS ANGELES — “The Bear,” “Shōgun” and “Emilia Pérez” are among the nominees for the 82nd Golden Globes. Because the Globes split top awards between drama and musical/comedy, there isn’t … Read More
Charlotte restaurant closes after 40 years
Fenwick’s has been part of Charlotte’s Myers Park community since 1984. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Fenwick’s, a restaurant that has served Charlotte’s Myers Park community since 1984, announced it will close … Read More
Donald Trump: France says EU won’t tolerate attacks on borders
PARIS – The European Union will not let other nations attack its sovereign borders, France’s foreign minister said on Wednesday, responding to comments by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump on … Read More
‘We are not becoming the 51st state’: B.C. Premier says Canada and U.S. need to work together
Descrease article font size Increase article font size B.C. Premier David Eby said he will be heading to Washington D.C. with other Canadian premiers, not for president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, … Read More
Bhopal gas tragedy, 40 years on: Indian authorities finish moving toxic waste from site
Forty years and one month after a deadly gas leak at a pesticide plant killed thousands in Bhopal, India, authorities say the last remaining toxic waste has been removed from … Read More
Ranking the most watchable NFL wild-card games: Packers-Eagles, Vikings-Rams, more
The “wild card” name suggests the unknown or an unpredictable factor, but the NFL’s wild-card weekend is anything but when it comes to viewership. Last year’s wild-card weekend (six games) … Read More