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Convicted murderer Ivan Cantù executed in Texas

HUNTSVILLE – Convicted murdererIvan Cantùhas been executed in Huntsville, despite protests from a number of people who believed he was innocent. He was pronounced dead at 6:47 p.m. Ivan Cantù spent his final day seeking a stay of execution. His mother was among those who told CBS News Texas Wednesday evening. “…nothing else could be done,” said Sylvia Cantù, Ivan …

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Lauren Boeberts 18-year-old son Tyler Boebert arrested, faces five felony charges, police say

Tyler Boebert, the 18-year-old son of Rep. Lauren Boebert, was arrested Tuesday in Colorado related to a string of alleged property thefts and vehicle trespasses, police said. The police department in Rifle, Colorado,posted on Facebook that Tyler Boebert was arrested at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday and he faces five felony counts. The charges include four felony counts of criminal …

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What is a CD rollover?

If you’re saving money for a specific purpose or have savings beyond what you need for emergencies, a certificate of deposit (CD) is a compelling option to consider. After all, it’s important that your money earns a return that’s higher than the current inflation rate — and many oftoday’s CDs do that thanks to the currenthigh interest rate environment. When …

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Who might replace Mitch McConnell? An early look at the race for the next Senate GOP leader

Washington — Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced on Wednesday that he will step down from leadership after November’s elections, teeing up a race for the top Republican post in the Senate that has been years in the making. McConnell’s retirement from leadership marks the end of the longest-serving leadership term in Senate history, after 17 years at the party’s …

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Food packaging containing toxic forever chemicals no longer sold in U.S., FDA says

Fast-food wrappers and packaging that contain so-called forever chemicals are no longer being sold in the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday. It’s the result of a voluntary effort with U.S. food manufacturers to phase out food contact packaging made with PFAS, the acronym for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which do not degrade and can harm human health. …

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Women entrepreneurs look to close the gender health care gap with new technology

A growing sector of the tech industry is working to improve women’s health and close the gender health care gap, as more companies run by women are creating devices specifically tailored to track women’s health. Bloomer Tech, co-founded by Alicia Chong Rodriguez, has created the Bloomer Bra, an undergarment with sensors that track health information to help detect and fight …

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Why a home equity loan is better than these 5 alternatives

Inflation remained stubbornly high in January, possibly pushing back any interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Still, the long line graph indicates a cooling trend, albeit a bumpy one. Nevertheless, lenders have already begun lowering mortgage rates in anticipation of any cuts to the federal funds rate. According to Freddie Mac, the rate on a conventional 30-year fixed-rate mortgage …

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How to qualify for lower credit card payments

Credit card debt can be overwhelming, especially in today’s high-rate environment. And, since the majority of a credit card’s minimum monthly payment is interest, rising interest rates can result in larger credit card bills. Combine that with the increasing costs of consumer goods and it’s easy to see how many people are facing financial hardship. So, what can you do …

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Israel accused of deliberately starving Gaza civilians as war plans leave Netanyahu increasingly isolated

On the ruins of what was once Gaza’s main coastal road, Palestinians displaced by months of intense fighting as Israel battles to destroy Hamas were on the move again Tuesday. This time, they were looking for food. Across the decimated Gaza Strip, starvation has become so acute that the Jordanian military has taken to airdropping rations. Videos posted online Tuesday …

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Few Black women fight fires in Baltimore. These firefighters are cultivating a sisterhood

In honor of Black History Month, WJZ taking time to acknowledge the trailblazers in our community. BALTIMORE — According to the National Fire Protection Association, African-Americans comprise about 8 percent of career firefighters nationwide. Women of color make up an even smaller percentage in the fire service. The latest data shows Black female firefighters make up about 7 percent of …

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