Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring Friday in Gobbler's Knob, Pennsylvania, the scene of the country's largest and best known Groundhog Day celebration in the United States. … [Read more...] about Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring at Groundhog Day festivities
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Natasha Cloud leaves Mystics to sign with Mercury as WNBA free agency opens
Natasha Cloud played eight seasons with the Mystics and was a key member of the 2019 WNBA championship team. … [Read more...] about Natasha Cloud leaves Mystics to sign with Mercury as WNBA free agency opens
Gov. Hochul considers deporting migrants accused of attacking New York City cops
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday suggested that deportation should be on the table for illegal immigrants accused of jumping two cops in the Big Apple. … [Read more...] about Gov. Hochul considers deporting migrants accused of attacking New York City cops
Federal Reserve is likely to show little urgency to cut interest rates despite market’s anticipation
The Federal Reserve will likely move closer Wednesday to cutting its key interest rate after nearly two years of hikes that were intended to fight the worst inflation in decades. Yet it may not provide much of a hint about when -- or how fast -- it will do so. … [Read more...] about Federal Reserve is likely to show little urgency to cut interest rates despite market’s anticipation
‘Dismantlement of the government’? Israel’s Netanyahu under pressure over Hamas hostage deal
A key Israeli minister on Tuesday threatened "dismantlement of the government" if his country strikes a "reckless" deal with Hamas, underscoring the immense pressure facing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he searches for a way to bring home the roughly 130 hostages still held by the Palestinian militant group. … [Read more...] about ‘Dismantlement of the government’? Israel’s Netanyahu under pressure over Hamas hostage deal