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EU seeks to extend sanctions programs to include corruption

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union is working on plans to extend the sanctions regime that it uses to punish third countries for human-rights abuses to include grand corruption. The EU’s executive Commission on Wednesday proposed the expansion because it believes serious corruption can undermine the rule of law, human rights and democracy. If adopted, the plans would include asset freezes and travel bans.“Based on this framework, the European Union could ban perpetrators of corruption from entering the European Union to freeze perpetrators’ assets in the European Union and any European Union person from making funds and economic resources available to perpetrators,” said EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell.Grand corruption in third countries not only affects democracy there but can also turn against the EU when money is used to buy political influence in the 27-nation bloc. Belgian prosecutors are investigating several EU legislators and officials that are accused of ...

For open water swimmers, even chilly, choppy water beckons

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

Many beaches won’t open for weeks, but already one dedicated group is quietly pacing the shore.You might not have noticed them, but these quiet few are the ones who seem most keen on noting the shifting tides, the current, the wind. They’ll gush about the color of the water, the angle of the sun, the shape of the clouds. They are the first to plunge in when those on the shore are still shivering in sweaters. And they are the last to, very reluctantly, call it a season in late fall. And occasionally not even then.“A lot of us look longingly at the water all year long, but it’s still a little cold for me now,” says Dorothy Harza, 93, of Evanston, Illinois, who swims nearly daily in Lake Michigan from May to November.“It makes my body feel so good!” she exclaims. “Like most people my age, I have various aches and pains that one just lives with at my point of life. Swimming makes me feel so much better.”Her passion for open-water swimming is about much more than physical exercise.“It’s ...

Man critical after being stabbed multiple times following altercation on CTA Red Line train

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

CHICAGO — A man was stabbed multiple times following an altercation on a CTA Red Line train.The stabbing happened on a Red Line train in the 0-100 block of West 95th Street around 11:50 p.m. Tuesday.According to police, a 28-year-old man was in a physical altercation with a 21-year-old man on a train, when the 21-year-old took out a knife and began stabbing the 28-year-old.The victim sustained multiple stab wounds to the stomach, head and arms and was transported to Christ Hospital in critical condition. Man stabbed several times at CTA Orange Line station: police Police said the offender also sustained lacerations to the hands and was transported to the same hospital in good condition.Area Two detectives are investigating the incident at this time. A knife was recovered from the scene.This stabbing happened just hours before another stabbing at a CTA Orange Line station where a man was also stabbed several times.

Man stabbed several times at CTA Orange Line station: police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

CHICAGO — A 40-year-old man was stabbed at a CTA Orange Line station on the city's South Side.The incident happened at the Orange Line station in the 4900 block of South Western Avenue around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday. Police said the 40-year-old was approached by another man who stabbed him and then robbed him of his personal belongings. The offender then fled the scene. 7 dead, more than 30 hospitalized in I-55 crash The 40-year-old sustained several lacerations and was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital in serious but stable condition.No one is in custody. Area One detectives are investigating.This incident happened just hours after a stabbing on a CTA Red Line train where a man suffered multiple stab wounds to the stomach, head and arms following an altercation.

Senator: Texas Medical Board not doing 'vital job' protecting patients from harm

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

Investigative Summary: For more than a year, KXAN investigators told you about doctors with hidden problems in their pasts coming to Texas to practice. Our reporting led to a Texas Medical Board rule change and several bills filed this legislative session to protect patients, including one that seeks to hold the TMB accountable in a new and "unique" way. KXAN brought the findings of our investigations straight to lawmakers amid ongoing concerns for Texas patients. AUSTIN (KXAN) — On the floor of the Texas Senate, KXAN took patient concerns directly to lawmakers, testifying about what our year-long investigation found: Patients don't have full transparency necessary to make informed healthcare decisions when choosing a doctor. "The Texas Medical Board's goal is to 'protect and enhance the public's health, safety and welfare,'" KXAN investigative reporter Matt Grant told members of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee on April 19. "But, we've discovered, in case after case,...

Tuition costs could increase for non-resident, graduate students in University of Texas system

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The University of Texas System Board of Regents will discuss and possibly take action on increasing tuition for non-resident and graduate students, and non-academic mandatory fees during its May meeting on Wednesday. UT Chancellor James Milliken made the recommendation to the board to increase the tuition costs by no more than 5.2% by the start of the 2023-2024 academic year. Chancellor Milliken used the Higher Education Price Index (HEPI) data compiled by Commonfund, an asset management firm, to make his recommendation. Higher Education Price Index The HEPI is a tool used to calculate inflation for colleges and universities. It takes into account eight components that make up the operating costs for schools. Those include faculty salaries (35%), clerical (18%), fringe benefits (13%), administration salaries (11%), service employees (8%), utilities (7%), supplies and materials (6%), and miscellaneous services (2%). This year, Commonfund reported the HEPI rose 5.2% f...

Overturned tanker closes Round Lake bypass

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

ROUND LAKE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the New York State Police, an overturned tanker has closed the Round Lake bypass northbound at the Curry Road Traffic Circle. Police say the closure is expected to last approximately two hours. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! All traffic including commercial vehicles should seek alternate routes. Stick with NEWS10 as more information becomes available regarding the crash.

Teen accused of killing 8 children, guard in Serbian school shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — A teenager opened fire at his school in Serbia’s capital Wednesday, killing eight children and a school guard before being arrested in the school yard, police said. Six more children and a teacher were hospitalized. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! A father of a student at the school in central Belgrade said the shooter entered his daughter’s classroom, firing at her teacher and then her classmates as they ducked under their desks. Most students were able to flee through a back door, according to a local official.Police said the shooter, whom they identified by his initials, K.K., was a student at the Vladislav Ribnikar school and was born in 2009. They said he used his father’s gun.Local media footage showed a commotion as police removed the suspect, whose head was covered as officers led him to a car. Police sealed off the blocks around Vladislav Ribnikar, which is what’s known as a primary school, ...

Car crashes into St. Peters coffee shop

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Crews are responding to a car that plowed into a St. Peters coffee shop Wednesday, morning.Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter was flying over the area located at the Scooter's Coffee shop on the 300 block of Mid Rivers Mall Drive. Firefighters are still responding to the crash. Grieving mom alleges CAO ‘negligence’ in daughter’s murder case No word on the cause on the crash of injuries. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Multiple fire crews respond to mobile home fire in Arnold, Missouri

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:32 GMT

ARNOLD, Mo. - Crews were at the scene of a mobile home fire Wednesday morning.Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene located on the 2100 block of Plaza Drive where multiple fire crews responded and are investigating the cause of the blaze. Trending: St. Louis County bill that aims to ban pedestrians on the roads moves forward So far, no injuries have been reported. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.