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US ambassador to Mexico calls proposed judicial overhaul a democracy 'risk' and economic threat 08/23/2024 12:34am • MEXICO CITY (AP) — U.S. Ambassador Ken Salazar said Thursday a judicial overhaul proposed by Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador poses a “risk" to Mexico's democracy and "threatens the historic commercial relationship” between Mexico and the U.S. The proposal, including a provision Bears' Douglas Coleman III immobilized, taken from field on stretcher after tackle against Chiefs 08/23/2024 12:32am • KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bears cornerback Douglas Coleman III was immobilized on a stretcher and taken from Arrowhead Stadium in an ambulance on Thursday night after tackling the Chiefs’ Cornell Powell on the first play of the second half of their preseason game. The 26-year-old Coleman had his h At DNC, Gabrielle Giffords joins survivors of gun violence and families of those killed in shootings 08/22/2024 10:30pm • Survivors and family members of victims of gun violence attested at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday to the ways shootings impacted their lives and spurred them to advocacy. One of the most potent speeches came from Gabrielle Giffords, the former Democratic congresswoman who was wounde Daniela Larreal Chirinos, 5-time Olympic cyclist for Venezuela, dies in Las Vegas at 51 08/22/2024 09:27pm • LAS VEGAS (AP) — Daniela Larreal Chirinos, a five-time Olympic cyclist who competed for Venezuela over the course of a decade, has died. She was 51. Larreal was found dead at home in Las Vegas the afternoon of Aug. 15 after a friend called police for a welfare check, according to a police report. Kiribati's pro-China government bars foreign officials from visiting until 2025, citing elections 08/22/2024 08:39pm • WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The government of Kiribati is suspending all diplomatic visits to the tiny Pacific Island nation until next year and has cancelled some already planned, because it is in the midst of an election process that could run for several more months, an official said Thursda 10 Top Music-Themed Cruises for 2025 08/22/2024 08:00pm • If you're planning your next vacation on the high seas -- and you enjoy listening to music and dancing till dawn -- consider booking a music-themed cruise. These voyages offer round-the-clock music-centric activities in all types of genres for your listening and dancing pleasure -- and you'll have t 11 Tips for a Healthy Fall 08/22/2024 08:00pm • How to stay healthy and happy this fall season When the season changes from summer to fall, bringing shorter days, cooler temperatures and more time indoors, it can be difficult to keep up your regular healthy habits. These seasonal changes, along with an uptick in respiratory viruses, back-to-schoo 20 Largest Credit Unions in America 08/22/2024 08:00pm • Credit unions are different from banks as they operate as not-for-profit organizations and require a membership to use their services. While credit unions tend to be smaller than banks, they can offer unique products to their millions of members across the country. Read on to learn more about the 20 Funeral Loans for Final Expenses 08/22/2024 08:00pm • When someone close to you dies, it can be emotionally and financially devastating. You may be grieving and at the same time navigating funeral costs. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the median cost of a funeral with a viewing is $6,280 for cremation and $8,300 for a burial. Does Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living? What You Need to Know 08/22/2024 08:00pm • Medicaid, a joint federal and state health insurance program for low-income individuals, can help cover some costs associated with long-term care and assisted living. But who qualifies, and how much does Medicaid cover? We'll examine the ins and outs of Medicaid options so you can budget accordingly How to Refresh Your Wardrobe Without Breaking Your Budget 08/22/2024 08:00pm • You open your closet only to find nothing to wear, despite it being full. Sweaters have holes, colors are faded, jeans are out of style and your favorite coat no longer fits. Is it time for a shopping spree? Maybe, but have a plan in place so you don't overspend. Empower Personal Dashboard data foun Scott has three hits to spark the Cardinals to 3-0 victory over the Brewers 08/22/2024 07:26pm • ST. LOUIS (AP) — Rookie Victor Scott II had a career-high three hits and scored the run that snapped a scoreless tie in the seventh, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. "Three hits is awesome, but a win is even better," Scott said. "We're all lo What will Kamala Harris say during her big speech at DNC? Md.'s Angela Alsobrooks weighs in 08/22/2024 07:06pm • The Democratic National Convention kicks off its fourth and final night Thursday in Chicago. After a week of Democrats’ most prominent figures rallying the party faithful, Vice President Kamala Harris will accept her party’s nomination for president during a speech in which she’s widely Live from the DNC, it could be one of your favorite online influencers 08/22/2024 06:08pm • CHICAGO (AP) — Across this week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, more than 200 online influencers, streamers and other social media personalities have been capturing and livestreaming their impressions of what’s going on. There’s the 12-year-old nicknamed “Knowa,” who’s po Injured Montana man survives on creek water for 5 days after motorcycle crash on mountain road 08/22/2024 04:18pm • BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A Montana motorcyclist who was missing for five days after crashing along an Idaho mountain highway survived by drinking creek water until he was found, authorities say. Zachary Demoss, 24, was badly injured in the crash but “was tough enough to hold out for five days on that