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Ecuadorian president puts end to impeachment proceedings against him by dissolving National Assembly

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

QUITO, Ecuador (AP) — Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso on Wednesday put an end to impeachment proceedings against him by dissolving the opposition-led National Assembly, which had accused him of embezzlement.The right-wing president, who has denied any wrongdoing, can govern for up to six months by decree under the South American country’s constitution.The National Electoral Council now has seven days to call presidential and legislative elections, which must be held within 90 days. Those elected will finish the terms of Lasso and the lawmakers he ousted, which had been set to end in May 2025.In a televised message, Lasso accused the National Assembly of focusing “on destabilizing the government.” He called his move “democratic,” and as a way to give “people the power to decide their future in the next elections.”Lawmakers had accused Lasso of not having intervened to end a contract between the state-owned oil transport company Flota Petrolera Ecuatoriana and the private entity ...

Indonesian police suspect Chinese tourist tortured, killed girlfriend before taking own life

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

DENPASAR, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian police investigating the deaths of a Chinese couple whose bodies were found bloodied and naked at a hotel in the resort island of Bali said Wednesday that the boyfriend killed the woman before killing himself.Police also said that the crime scene investigation and surveillance cameras from three hotels in Bali where the two stayed suggested that Cheng Jianan, 22, was tortured and drowned in a bathtub by her 25-year-old boyfriend, Lhi Chiming, following a series of arguments and fights.Their naked bodies were found at the InterContinental hotel on May 1, with Cheng badly beaten in the bathroom with a neck wound. “No traces of anyone else in the room apart from them, such as fingerprints, blood and DNA,” said Bambang Yugo Pamungkas, the police chief for Denpasar, Bali’s capital. He said the couple arrived in Bali on April 27 for the second visit after their first trip in March. They changed hotels a day after Cheng reported to police that Lhi had ...

Inside the wild, star-studded sale of the Ottawa Senators

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

In today’s Big Story podcast, nobody who covers the business of sports can remember a bidding process quite like the one currently taking place around the Ottawa Senators. Normally, negotiations take place behind-the-scenes, and the results only go public when a winner is chosen, or a final bid or two is being examined. However, this time, the whole saga has largely played out in public ever since Ryan Reynolds threw his hat into the ring, and he wasn’t the only big name to do so.Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet Insider, Hockey Night in Canada panelist, and co-host of the 32 Thoughts podcast, says that the rising value of sports franchises in recent decades has led to a heightened interest in team ownership.“The teams are growing in value, but so is the real estate around them…It’s a good investment and that’s why people are interested,” says Friedman.So, who’s trying to buy the Sens? How does the bidding process work? And how will the winner be determined?You can subs...

Taiwan opposition party picks New Taipei mayor, a former police chief, as its presidential candidate

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s opposition Nationalist Party picked the popular mayor of New Taipei City, Hou Yu-ih, on Wednesday as its candidate in next year’s presidential election, seen as a referendum on the island’s future relations with China.Hou, the former head of the National Police Agency, will face current Vice President William Lai of the governing Democratic Progressive Party in the January polls. The Nationalists seek warmer ties with mainland China, while the governing party is seen as pro-independence. Current President Tsai Ing-wen has served two terms and is unable to run again.Hou was chosen by the Nationalists over Terry Gou, a billionaire Taiwanese businessman who founded Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics maker. One of his first tasks will be to try to unite the party behind his candidacy. Hou has said little publicly about his approach to China, focusing instead on local politics. Beijing claims Taiwan as its territory an...

Man shot on inbound Eisenhower

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

CHICAGO — A man shot on the inbound Eisenhower early Wednesday morning caused a large traffic build-up.Illinois State Police said the shooting was reported around 5:15 a.m. on the expressway near the Cicero Avenue ramp.A man was transported to an area hospital with non life-threatening injuries.EB I-290 is a mess. All lanes remain closed at Central for shooting investigation. Delays now go back to Mannheim. pic.twitter.com/KMR6t27lCg— Sarah Jindra (@SarahJindra) May 17, 2023All lanes were closed to traffic at Central Avenue at around 6:15 a.m. Just before 7 a.m., they reopened.

Man, woman in custody after 2 boys shot outside Chicago library

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

CHICAGO -- Two teens have been hospitalized after being shot outside of a Chicago Public Library branch in Garfield Park Tuesday evening.A man and woman were taken into custody on the 3900 block of West Madison. Police did recover a weapon from the suspects.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to the Henry E. Legler Regional Branch of the Chicago Public Library on the 100 block of South Pulaski in Garfield Park just after 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Former Lake Zurich Lacrosse Club president accused of embezzling $160K Upon arrival, CPD discovered two individuals had been shot. A 16-year-old boy with two gunshot wounds to the legs was transported to a local hospital in good condition.A 12-year-old boy was also shot. A library security guard rushed to his aid, carrying him inside and calling for an ambulance. The 12-year-old boy was transported to a local hospital in fair condition. Former DuPage County corrections officer accused of having sex with inmate A ...

Wednesday Forecast: Temps in low 60s with mostly sunny conditions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

CHICAGO — Cooler conditions Wednesday with temperatures in the low 60s. Mostly sunny with a wide temp range. Winds: ENE 10-15 G20. High: 63/57. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Partly cloudy tonight. Winds: SE 5-10. Low: 45.Thursday Forecast: Mostly sunny, cooler lakeside. Winds: SSE 5-10. High: 78/70.Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog

15-year-old dies after double shooting in Albany Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

CHICAGO -- A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in Albany Park Tuesday evening.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to the 3500 block of West Leland in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood on reports of a person shot just before 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Former Lake Zurich Lacrosse Club president accused of embezzling $160K Upon arrival, officers discovered a 27-year-old and a 15-year-old suffering from gunshot wounds at the scene. 1 killed, 1 critical after Fox Lake restaurant shooting The 27-year-old man was struck once on the buttocks and was transported to a local hospital in fair condition.The 15-year-old boy was struck on the torso and transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.A witness said that multiple men fled the scene on foot after the shots were fired.No suspects are in custody at this time. The investigation is ongoing.Stay with WGN as this story develops.

Wonder drug? Newly FDA-approved menopause drug treats hot flashes in a different way

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

(NewsNation) — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new pill that treats hot flashes caused by menopause.Veozah is a once-daily pill that treats moderate-to-severe symptoms including sweating, flushing and chills. The drug is different from other menopause treatments in that it is not a hormone and works by targeting a brain receptor that plays a role in regulating body temperature.The FDA said in a statement the medication will provide "an additional safe and effective treatment option for women."The agency noted that more than 80% of women experience hot flashes during menopause as the body gradually produces lower levels of reproductive hormones between the ages of 45 and 55. Paleo, keto diets may harm heart health, report says OB/GYN specialist Dr. Shari Brasner said Tuesday on "CUOMO" that the drug will give women more options in treating their menopause symptoms."Hopefully, this is just the start of new things coming down the pipeline," Brasner said.The drug carri...

Oscar Mayer is giving the Wienermobile a new name

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:52 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile — perhaps the most accurately named vehicle in the history of transportation — is getting a new name for the first time since its debut in 1936.The company’s fleet of sausage-shaped cars will henceforth be known as “Frankmobiles” to bring attention to a new recipe for All Beef Franks, according to Oscar Mayer.“Debuting this week, the fleet of six vehicles feature bun-derful new elements, including saucy exterior decals, Frank Whistles (formerly Wiener Whistles) and a newly renamed class of Hotdoggers behind the wheel — now known as Frankfurters,” the company wrote in a press release.(Oscar Mayer)In addition to their new monikers, Oscar Mayer’s Frankmobiles will also be handing out coupons for free packages of hot dogs, but only for visitors named Frank (or any “iteration” of the name, according to Oscar Mayer). Chicago's ‘Superdawg’ celebrates 75 years in business: What's with the statues? A representative for Oscar Mayer would not say whet...