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April 10, 2024

Governor kills Maine proposal to end 'three strikes' law for petty theft

Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills vetoed Tuesday a proposal by state Rep. David Sinclair to end the state's "three strikes" law for petty theft convicts.

April 10, 2024

Morocco's earthquake killed thousands. But survivors marking Ramadan say it didn't shake their faith

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake that killed thousands in Morocco's Atlas Mountains in September has not stopped some residents from honoring their traditions during Islam's holy month of Ramadan.

April 10, 2024

Brazil again extends visa exemptions for US, Canada and Australia, this time until 2025

Brazil's government on Tuesday extended exemptions to tourist visa requirements until April 2025 for U.S., Canadian and Australian citizens; the move extends a program intended to boost tourism.

April 10, 2024

Kansas deputy fatally shoots woman brandishing knife, scissors

A Harper County, Kansas deputy fatally shot Cheryl Gaines, 54, of Oklahoma City, after she lunged at another officer while wielding a knife and scissors.

April 10, 2024

Kentucky governor vetoes sweeping criminal justice bill, says it would hike incarceration costs

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed a criminal justice bill for what he said would be its "tremendous fiscal impact" without accompanying fiscal analysis.

April 10, 2024

South Korea parliamentary election exit polls show liberal opposition parties winning in landslide

Exit polls show South Korea's liberal opposition party will likely win the parliamentary election by a large margin following divisive rhetoric from both sides.

April 10, 2024

French bill would legalize medically assisted suicide for terminally ill patients

France's government proposed a bill to legalize medically assisted suicide via lethal medication. Some French people have traveled to neighboring countries ins search of such treatment.

April 10, 2024

Blockbusters alone won't keep Hollywood afloat, industry leaders say

The entertainment industry and movie theaters specifically have not been the same since before the pandemic, despite recent box office successes.

April 10, 2024

Must-know tax season tips for families with college students

Tax season can be confusing when filing for students in college. Students and parents should ensure they are on the same page regarding dependency status and state residency.

April 10, 2024

In an Olympics first, track and field gold medalists to be awarded prize money

Track and field will become the first Olympic sport to award prize money to gold medalists, though some countries and sponsors pay their athletes as well. Winners will receive $50,000.