UC Davis stabbings suspect deemed not competent to stand trial, will be transferred to state hospital
The former University of California Davis student accused in a series of stabbings earlier this year is set to be transferred to a state hospital after a court-appointed psychologist deemed him not competent to stand trial. #press
Biden designates new national monument surrounding the Grand Canyon, blocking mining
President Joe Biden on Tuesday designated the fifth national monument of his presidency and unveiled new climate resilience funding for national parks during a visit to lands surrounding one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. #press
Pence rolls out energy plan with goal to make US top energy producer by 2040
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Tuesday outlined his energy policy plan with the goal to overtake China as the world's top energy producer by 2040. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/politics/pence-energy-plan/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
Burger King hopes this change will reignite America's love for the Whopper
Burger King's sales have grown as it works to turn around its business. But it still has a problem: Not enough customers. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/business/burger-king-traffic/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
Here's who is on strike in LA, and what it means for Angelenos
The city of Los Angeles is on strike. A growing number of unions seeking improved conditions for their employees are halting movie productions in the city, holding up hotel business, potentially disrupting supply chains, and slowing down the airport. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/business/los-angeles-on-strike/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
Vatican investigates sexual abuse allegations at Roman Catholic society in Peru
Vatican investigators looking into sexual abuse allegations at a Roman Catholic society in Peru have completed the first stage of their audit and will issue a report in the coming months, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told CNN Friday. #press
Man accused of kidnapping and killing Nevada 18-year-old dies by suicide in jail while awaiting trial
The man accused of killing Naomi Irion, the 18-year-old who vanished in March 2022 from a Walmart parking lot in Nevada, has died by suicide, the Lyon County Sheriff's Office said in a news release. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/07/us/troy-driver-death-naomi-irion/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
Imran Khan is banned from running for office for five years in Pakistan
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been disqualified from running for office in Pakistan for five years, according to a statement released on Tuesday from the Election Commission of Pakistan. #press
Stocks tumble as Moody's warns it could cut credit ratings of 6 big US banks
Moody's has put the credit ratings of six large US banks, including Bank of New York Mellon, State Street and Northern Trust, under review for a possible downgrade, sending stocks tumbling as investors worried about more banking sector pain ahead. #press
Twin Russian strikes on Ukrainian city kill civilians, then hit rescuers, official says
A deadly Russian attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk appeared to be designed to specifically target rescue workers and first responders, Ukrainian officials alleged Tuesday, a potential war crime. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/europe/pokrovsk-attack-ukraine-intl/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
O'Shae Sibley's killing unites New York's Black LGBTQ community in grief and defiance
Funeral services for O'Shea Sibley were held Tuesday in Philadelphia. As friends grieve and try to process Sibley's unexpected death, they also vowed to remain resilient in the face of a surge in violence against the LGBTQ+ community. #press
Taylor Swift leads with 8 nods as the MTV Video Music Award nominations are announced
MTV has revealed the nominations for the 2023 "Video Music Awards" (VMAs). #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/entertainment/vma-nominations-mtvs/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
UC Davis stabbings suspect deemed not competent to stand trial, will be transferred to state hospital
The former University of California Davis student accused in a series of stabbings earlier this year is set to be transferred to a state hospital after a court-appointed psychologist deemed him not competent to stand trial. #press
Qualifying for a mortgage is getting harder, as credit availability is the tightest in a decade
Available credit for mortgages tightened in July, falling to its lowest level in a decade for potential home buyers, according to a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association released Tuesday that analyzes data from ICE Mortgage Technology. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/homes/mortgage-credit-availability/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
FBI accuses indicted Air National Guardsman of sharing classified information with someone living in a foreign country
Recently filed court documents allege that Jack Teixeira, the Air National Guardsman accused of leaking classified intelligence online, knowingly shared classified information with at least one person appearing to reside in a foreign country. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/politics/jack-teixeira-court-filing/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
Arrest warrants issued for 3 men in massive fight at Montgomery riverfront dock
Arrest warrants have been issued for three men involved in the chaotic brawl at a riverfront dock in Montgomery, Alabama, on Saturday that was captured on video and involved an array of punches, a chair to the head and several people in the water. #press
https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/08/us/montgomery-boat-dock-fight/index.html?utm_source=press.coop
WeWork says it has 'substantial doubt' about its ability to stay in business
"Substantial doubt exists" about WeWork's ability to continue to stay in business, due to the company's losses, projected cash needs, and increased member turnover, according to the company's second quarter earnings release. #press
Alabama brawl turns spotlight on Montgomery's racial history
Viral video of a chaotic brawl along Montgomery, Alabama's riverfront has renewed national conversations about racial tensions in America. #press
New York doctor is charged with drugging and assaulting patients
A Queens doctor has been charged with drugging, raping and filming the sexual assaults of a string of women, including patients at the prominent New York hospital where he practiced, according to prosecutors. #press
Giuliani still refuses to say he should be held liable after conceding he defamed Georgia election workers
Rudy Giuliani still refuses to concede that he should be held liable for the harm he may have caused two Georgia election workers after the 2020 election -- even though he has acknowledged he made false and defamatory statements about them, according to a new court filing. #press
