SANAA, Yemen (AP) -- An explosive device detonated and killed six troops loyal to a United Arab Emirates-backed secessionist group Monday in southern Yemen, a military spokesman said, the latest attack blamed on al-Qaida militants in the impoverished Arab country. Read More … [Read more...] about Suspected al-Qaida explosion kills 6 troops loyal to secessionist group in Yemen
Investors trying to take control of Norfolk Southern railroad pick up key support
The activist investors trying to take control of Norfolk Southern's board are picking up key support, but the railroad's CEO promised Monday to fight the takeover attempt until a May 9 shareholder vote because he believes his strategy is the best in the long run for investors, customers and workers. Read More … [Read more...] about Investors trying to take control of Norfolk Southern railroad pick up key support
Two more people sentenced for carjacking and kidnapping an FBI employee in South Dakota
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) -- The last two members of a trio who carjacked and kidnapped an FBI employee in South Dakota in 2022 have been sentenced to lengthy prison sentences. Read More … [Read more...] about Two more people sentenced for carjacking and kidnapping an FBI employee in South Dakota
Togo votes in parliamentary elections ahead of proposed controversial reforms
LOME, Togo (AP) -- Togolese voters headed to the polls on Monday to vote in the country's parliamentary elections, which will test support for a proposed new constitution that would scrap future presidential elections and give lawmakers the power to choose the president instead. Read More … [Read more...] about Togo votes in parliamentary elections ahead of proposed controversial reforms
Mexico’s presidential candidates discuss social spending, climate change in 2nd debate
MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico's leading presidential candidate repeatedly touted the social programs of outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and walked a fine line between supporting the national oil company and promising a clean energy transition in the second debate Sunday night ahead of the June 2 election. Read More … [Read more...] about Mexico’s presidential candidates discuss social spending, climate change in 2nd debate