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The US warns of a Chinese global disinformation campaign that could undermine peace and stability

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — For much of the world, China’s Xinjiang region is notorious, a place where ethnic Uyghurs face forced labor and arbitrary detention. But a group of visiting foreign journalists was left with a decidedly different impression.On a tour in late September sponsored by Beijing, the 22 journalists from 17 countries visited bazaars and chatted with residents over dates and watermelon slices. They later told state media they were impressed with the bustling economy, described the region as “full of cultural, religious and ethnic diversity,” and denounced what they said were lies by Western media.The trip is an example of what Washington sees as Beijing’s growing efforts to reshape the global narrative on China. It’s spending billions of dollars annually to do so.In a first-of-its-kind report, the State Department last week laid out Beijing’s tactics and techniques for molding public opinion, such as buying content, creating fake personas to spread its message and using rep...

Biden cancela US$ 9.000 millones en deuda de préstamos estudiantiles días después de que se reanuden los pagos

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

(CNN) — La administración Biden aprobó el alivio de la deuda para otros 125.000 prestatarios de préstamos estudiantiles, por un total de US$ 9.000 millones de condonación, dijo la Casa Blanca este miércoles.El anuncio se produce pocos días después de que se reiniciaran los pagos de préstamos federales para estudiantes después de una pausa de más de tres años.Aunque la Corte Suprema anuló el característico programa de condonación de préstamos estudiantiles del presidente Joe Biden, que prometía hasta US$ 20.000 en alivio de la deuda para prestatarios de ingresos bajos y medios, la administración ha seguido buscando otras formas de brindar alivio de la deuda.Las cancelaciones anunciadas este miércoles provienen de tres programas diferentes de alivio de deuda existentes que han estado plagados de problemas en el pasado. La Casa Blanca está llevando a cabo lo que llama “arreglos” de un “sistema de préstamos estudiantiles fallido”.Nueva página web del Gobierno para condonar deuda e...

5 top-rated taco spots around Denver for National Taco Day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Oct. 4 marks one of the best days of the year: National Taco Day. While the weekly celebration is known as Taco Tuesday, Wednesday is still a perfect day to try out some of Denver's best tacos.To determine the best taco spots, FOX31 scoured Google reviews and found the top-rated tacos in the metro area with at least 4.5 stars and over 1,000 reviews. Denver ranked as one of the most foodie-friendly cities in US Here are the best taco spots near Denver.1. Adelitas Cocina Y CantinaAdelitas Cocina Y Cantina, located at 1294 S Broadway, ranked the highest out of the search results. The restaurant has 4.6 stars with 3,100 reviews. The Google reviews rave about the Taco Tuesday deal, which is $2 tacos. Most people who dined at the restaurant recommended the al pastor tacos, which are served with pork, red onions, cilantro, pineapple and tomatillo salsa on a corn tortilla.2. D'Corazon Mexican RestaurantD'Corazon Mexican Restaurant, located at 1530 Blake St. Unit C, battled...

Officer-involved crash causes road closures on Krome Avenue in Florida City

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

Authorities were on the scene of a crash involving a police officer, Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 6:45 a.m. at the intersection of Southwest 344th Street and Krome Avenue. Officials said an off-duty police officer in a marked vehicle collided with another vehicle. According to the Miami-Dade Police Department, two people, including the officer, were transported to a local hospital for medical evaluations. No major injuries were reported, authorities said. As a result of the crash, the northbound and southbound of Krome Avenue have been closed off to traffic, along with the westbound lanes of Southwest 344th Street. Morning commuters should avoid this area as police investigate the incident. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

A plan with a lot of baggage! MEPs push for airlines to stop charging for carry-on bags

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

Three words that strike fear into the heart of low-cost airlines: Free cabin baggage.That’s what MEPs are pushing for in Strasbourg this week.Lawmakers voted Wednesday afternoon to support a resolution that calls for airlines to scrap fees for “reasonable” sized carry-on luggage, and standardize rules on the size of cabin bags.“You cannot commoditize a right, nor have a business model that inflates profits by dint of trampling on consumer rights,” said Spanish Renew MEP Jordi Cañas, who pushed for the free-of-charge element to be included in the resolution and said he was frustrated by carriers “repeatedly carrying out abusive practices against European citizens’ rights.”The resolution arrived before all MEPs following a vote in the Parliament’s Committee on Petitions. It calls for airlines to respect a 2014 ruling from the Court of Justice of the EU which says that cabin bags — provided they are of “reasonable” size and weight — are a “necessary aspect”...

Police: Man suffers life-threatening injuries in Roxbury assault

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

A man has been rushed to the hospital with what were considered life-threatening injuries after a violent assault in Roxbury early Wednesday morning.The attack occurred on Harrison Avenue around 6:30 a.m. No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Police searching for suspects in multiple armed carjackings in Salem, NH

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

Police are turning to the public for help as they search for two people behind a series of attempted armed carjackings and an armed carjacking in Salem, New Hampshire on Tuesday night, officials said.Haverhill police reported around 10 p.m. Tuesday that they had just pursued a white Kia on Route 97 westbound toward Salem but had stopped the pursuit prior to the New Hampshire state line, according to Salem, New Hampshire police.Soon after, police began receiving calls reported attempted carjackings involving a male and female who were armed with a rifle and driving a white car. The first two victims managed to escape attempted carjackings on Main Street but a third motorist was forced from her vehicle on Germonty Drive, according to police.She was not injured.The stolen vehicle is a black 2009 Toyota Camry with a New Hampshire tag 2260113. The vehicle has a Central Catholic High School and WPI sticker on the rear windshield.The male suspect has been identified as Nathan Saben, 35, wh...

Investigation underway after bicyclist struck by car in Everett

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

Police are investigating after a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle in Everett. Emergency crews could be seen gathered in Revere Beach Parkway after the crash, which temporarily closed the roadway.The bicyclist was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries.No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Gallery: Cancer survivors get a day of pampering at Gillette Stadium

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

The New England Patriots Foundation invited 18 cancer survivors to a day of pampering at Gillette Stadium Tuesday.Attendees were treated to breakfast followed by manicures, facials and a visit to the field. 

Sirens blare across Russia as it holds nationwide emergency drills

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:41 GMT

MOSCOW (AP) — Sirens wailed across Russia and TV stations interrupted regular programming to broadcast warnings Wednesday as part of sweeping drills intended to test the readiness of the country’s emergency responders amid the fighting in Ukraine.The exercise that started on Tuesday follows Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and other cities. As the readiness drill went on, the Russian Defense Ministry said air defenses shot down 31 Ukrainian drones over border regions early Wednesday.As part of the drills, TV stations broadcast a notice saying: “Attention everyone! The readiness of the public warning system is being tested! Please remain calm!”Russian media said the exercise’s storyline mentions the increasing danger of a conflict between nuclear powers and simulates a response to a situation in which 70% of housing and all vital infrastructure have been destroyed, wide areas contaminated by radioactive fallout and a general mobilization announced.The stark scenario echo...