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Gobierno federal perdonará préstamos estudiantiles a más de 800,000 personas

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

WASHINGTON DC – El Departamento de Educación anunció este viernes que perdonará la deuda estudiantil de 804,000 personas por un valor de $39,000 millones. La medida se aplicará a beneficiarios de los planes de reembolso según ingresos, personas que llevan entre 20 y 25 años pagando su deuda y que ahora la verán cancelada, según NBC News.El secretario de Educación, Miguel Cardona, señaló en un comunicado que la medida se dirige a deudores que durante mucho tiempo se han visto afectados por las “grietas de un sistema roto que les ha fallado”.Así, apuntó que esta cancelación de deuda beneficiará a muchas personas que se vieron afectadas por errores administrativos o fueron “engañadas” por sus universidades. También se dirigirá a quienes tienen discapacidades permanentes, como muchos veteranos de guerra. CNBC: qué hacer si tienes préstamos estudiantiles, tras la decisión de la Corte Suprema ¿Qué pasa si no puedes pag...

Serbia halts arms exports after US sanctioned the country’s spy chief for alleged illegal arms trade

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Serbia suspended all arms exports for 30 days, the defense minister said Friday, just days after the United States imposed sanctions on the Balkan country’s intelligence chief over alleged illegal arms deals and other criminal activities.Defense Minister Miloš Vučević said that the export ban is necessary in order to fulfill the needs of the Serbian army and boost its combat readiness amid the simmering crisis in the Balkan region.“It does not mean Serbia is going to war or calling for war, but we are looking at all security risks and challenges,” Vučević said.Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić first announced the move several days ago. He cited “internal security” in Serbia as the reason for the ban while tensions simmer with neighboring Kosovo, a former Serbian province whose 2008 declaration of independence Belgrade doesn’t recognize.Vučević said the decision will be reviewed after 30 days.Serbia is formally seeking European Union membership, b...

Realizan arresto en relación con la muerte del nieto de Robert De Niro

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

Una mujer de 20 años fue arrestada y enfrentará cargos federales por drogas en relación con la muerte por sobredosis del nieto del actor Robert De Niro, Leandro Anthony De Niro-Rodríguez, dijeron el jueves fuentes policiales. Se espera que Sofia Haley Marks haga una aparición inicial el viernes en el bajo Manhattan, donde será acusada formalmente de distribución de drogas, dijeron fuentes policiales. Marks fue arrestado alrededor de las 6 p.m. jueves, dijeron las fuentes. Revelan la causa de muerte del nieto de Robert De Niro Muere nieto de Robert De Niro; tenía 19 años De Niro-Rodríguez, un aspirante a actor de 19 años, fue encontrado inconsciente el 2 de julio en 55 Wall St., dijeron las autoridades, a menos de una milla al sur del juzgado donde Marks comparecerá. El adolescente fue declarado muerto en el lugar, dijo la policía, y no se reveló de inmediato la causa de la muerte. Pero fuentes policiales dijeron que creen que su m...

Arsenal signs Jurrien Timber from Ajax to strengthen defensive options

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Arsenal signed Netherlands defender Jurriën Timber from Ajax on Friday to strengthen its defensive options for another run at the Premier League title and its return to the Champions League.Timber moved for a fee of 40 million euros ($45 million), Ajax said. It could rise to 45 million euros ($50.5 million) with add-ons.Timber offers versatility in being able to play at center back or on the right. Arsenal collapsed late in last season’s Premier League title race after sustaining some injuries in defense.Arsenal could also announce the signing of England midfielder Declan Rice imminently from West Ham. The club has already brought in Germany forward Kai Havertz from Chelsea this offseason in a deal worth a reported 65 million pounds ($82 million).___More AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

US consumers are feeling the most optimistic since September 2021

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

SAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 12: In this photo illustration, cans of Anchor Steam beer are displayed on July 12, 2023 in San Anselmo, California. Anchor Steam Brewing, the nation's first craft brewery, announced plans to close after 127 years in business. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)(Getty Images/Justin Sullivan) SAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 12: In this photo illustration, cans of Anchor Steam beer are displayed on July 12, 2023 in San Anselmo, California. Anchor Steam Brewing, the nation's first craft brewery, announced plans to close after 127 years in business. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)(Getty Images/Justin Sullivan) Washington, DC (CNN) — Inflation’s ...

Sports on TV for July 15 – 16

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

(All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsSaturday, July 15AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL5 a.m.FS2 — AFL: Essendon at Geelong2:30 a.m. (Sunday)FS2 — AFL: Richmond at West CoastAUTO RACING8:30 a.m.CBSSN — ABB FIA Formula E: Round 13, Rome12 p.m.USA — NASCAR Cup Series: Practice and Qualifying, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, N.H.3 p.m.USA — NASCAR Xfinity Series: The Ambetter Health 200, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, N.H.BIG3 BASKETBALL3 p.m.CBS — Week 4: Trilogy vs. 3 Headed Monsters, Triplets vs. 3’s Company, Power vs. Ball Hogs, Ghost Ballers vs. Bivouac, Tri-State vs. Killer 3’s, Aliens vs. Enemies, Memphis, Tenn.BOXING10 p.m.SHO — Showtime Championship: Frank Martin vs. Artem Harutyunyan (Lightweights), Las VegasCFL FOOTBALL7 p.m.CBSSN — Calgary at SaskatchewanCYCLING6:55 a.m.PEACOCK — UCI: The Tour de France, Stage 14, 94 miles, Annemasse to Morzine Les Portes Du Soleil, France2 a.m. (Sunday)USA — UCI: The Tour de France, Stage 14, 94 miles, Annemas...

Sports on TV for July 17 – 23

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

Adv15(All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsMonday, July 17MLB BASEBALL9:30 p.m.FS1 — Minnesota at SeattleNBA BASKETBALL9 p.m.ESPN — Summer League: TBA_____Tuesday, July 18CYCLING2 a.m. (Wednesday)USA — UCI: The Tour de France, Stage 16 – Individual Time-Trial, 14 miles, Passy to Combloux, France (Taped)MLB BASEBALL7 p.m.TBS — LA Dodgers at Baltimore_____Wednesday, July 19CYCLING2 a.m. (Thursday)USA — UCI: The Tour de France, Stage 17, 103 miles, Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc to Courchevel, France (Taped)GOLF3 p.m.GOLF — LPGA Tour: The Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational, First Round, Midland Country Club, Midland, Texas4 a.m. (Thursday)USA — DP World/PGA Tour: The Open Championship, First Round, Royal Liverpool, Hoylake, EnglandSOCCER (MEN’S)8:30 a.m.ESPN2 — International Friendly: TBA7 p.m.ESPN2 — USL: Louisville City FC at Detroit City FCSOCCER (WOMEN’S)3 a.m. (Thursday)FOX — FIFA World Cup Group Stage: New Zealand vs. Norway, Group A, Auckland, New Zealand6 ...

Westminster woman killed in suspected drive-by shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Police are investigating a possible drive-by shooting that killed a woman in Westminster. Westminster Police responded to a home in the 8500 block of 88th Place at 12:30 a.m. Friday on reports of a shooting. When officers arrived they found an adult woman who had been shot. The woman was taken to a local hospital where she died from her injuries. 2 shot while driving along I-70 Friday morning Early information from the investigation led Westminster Police to believe this was a drive-by shooting. WPD said there were five adults and five children inside the home when the shooting took place.WPD said there will be a heavy police presence in the neighborhood while they continue their investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting is asked to call Westminster Police at 303-658-4360 and select option 2.The identity of the woman will be released by the Jefferson County Coroner's Office.

“A bunch of my dead friends” FBI raid uncovers 40 human skulls in Kentucky man’s home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

(CNN) – FBI agents investigating a stolen body parts scandal made a morbid discovery.While executing a search warrant on Tuesday, officers found dozens of human bones at an apartment in Mount Washington, Kentucky, including 40 skulls. Some of the bones were set up like furniture and one of the skulls had a scarf tied around it.Forty-year-old James Williams Nott was taken into custody, accused of participating in a ring of purchasing and selling stolen human remains, some of which were tied back to the Harvard Medical scandal. Agents said they also found a Harvard Medical bag in Nott’s residence, along with multiple firearms, inert grenades and plates for body armor. When asked if anyone else was inside the apartment, Nott reportedly told the officer “a bunch of my dead friends.” Nott is also accused of selling body parts on Facebook using the name William Burke.The FBI is investigating missing body parts from a mortuary in Arkansas.Some remains, including org...

Krispy Kreme celebrates 86th anniversary with a sweet deal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:01:24 GMT

Krispy Kreme is ringing in its 86th year of delectable treats with an offer that is sure to delight doughnut enthusiasts. In celebration of this milestone, the company is presenting customers with the opportunity to indulge in a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just 86 cents when purchasing a dozen at the regular price.Starting Friday, doughnut aficionados can take advantage of this incredible deal by visiting their nearest Krispy Kreme location, utilizing the convenient drive-thru, or even placing orders online. To unlock the discounted price, online customers simply need to enter the promo code “86YEARS” during the checkout process. However, it’s important to note that online orders are limited to a single box of the discounted dozen.For those who prefer the in-store experience, Krispy Kreme is generously offering the chance to secure up to four dozen Original Glazed doughnuts at the phenomenal price of only 86 cents per dozen.Krispy Kreme has become renowned ...