TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s government said Monday it is asking Myanmar to release a Japanese journalist who was arrested by security forces in its largest city of Yangon the previous day. Chief Cabinet Secretary Katsunobu Kato told reporters Monday that his government is asking Myanmar authorities to explain the arrest and provide other details while…
Early Monday, a robotic helicopter that NASA sent to Mars will try to rise a few feet in the air, hover and come back down. With that simple feat, it would become the first machine to fly through the wispy air of the red planet. NASA officials have been likening it to the Wright brothers…
NEW DELHI (AP) — H.S. Panno, an independent contractor living in a spacious two-story penthouse in New Delhi, had his doubts when he bought his first electric car in September. So far, he’s pleased with his savings on gas and maintenance, which are down by more than half, but disappointed with the practical limitations of…
One of the most striking images from Philip’s funeral was Queen Elizabeth II sitting alone during the service for the man who was by her side for 7 decades. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
Here’s where Washington state’s biggest schools stand on the issue of whether or not to require COVID-19 vaccinations for students. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
Gusts up to about 50 mph brought an urgent wind advisory from the National Weather Service Spokane and knocked out power to nearly 50,000 homes across the Inland Northwest on Sunday night. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
AUSTIN, Texas – A manhunt was underway Sunday for a former sheriff’s deputy wanted in the fatal shooting of three people in Austin, Texas, as an official said it wasn’t known if the suspect was still in the city. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
After a year of pandemic forced closures and sporting events with no fans, businesses in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood are excited to welcome fans back. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
Spokane County remains in Stage 3 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s reopening plan. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
SYDNEY (AP) — A prequel to the “Mad Max” movie franchise starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth will be filmed in Australia, officials said on Monday. “Furiosa” is slated for release in mid-2023 and is expected to become the biggest film ever made in Australia, New South Wales state Premier Gladys Berejiklian said. Hemsworth said…
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — John Waghiyi remembers rushing his cousin to the clinic in the Bering Sea city of Savoonga in December, worried he was having a possible heart attack while out butchering a bowhead whale. Waghiyi arrived to see elders waiting in the lobby for a COVID-19 vaccine. Waghiyi, 66, said he joined them…
Firefighters are continuing to work on putting out a brush fire that started in south King County Sunday. No homes or structures have been damaged. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week: BINGE THIS Wall Street expects Netflix’s latest quarterly report card will show the video streaming service didn’t skip a beat after a strong 2020. Analysts predict the company will report Tuesday that its first-quarter earnings and revenue increased sharply from…
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“If there’s no space, find another place.” With COVID-19 cases rising in Snohomish County, parks officials urge visitors to avoid overcrowding. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
SEATTLE – Ty France hit a two-run home run, six Seattle pitchers combined on a one-hitter and the Mariners beat the depleted Houston Astros 7-2 on Sunday. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
The funeral reflected Philip’s military ties, both as a ceremonial commander of many units and as a veteran of war. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paul George led five starters in double figures with 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-105 on Sunday night for their eighth win in nine games. Kawhi Leonard had 15 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists in his return from a four-game absence because of a…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A timeline of key events that began with George Floyd’s arrest on May 25, 2020, by four police officers in Minneapolis: May 25 — Minneapolis police officers respond to a call shortly after 8 p.m. about a possible counterfeit $20 bill being used at a corner grocery and encounter a Black man,…
A large brush fire is burning near Black Diamond in south King County. No homes or structures have been damaged. Top Featured Tags: – Washington News Press Release Distribution Service
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Attorneys in the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer charged with killing George Floyd are set to make their closing arguments Monday, each side seeking to distill three weeks of testimony to persuade jurors to deliver their view of the right verdict. For prosecutors, Derek Chauvin recklessly squeezed the life from…
