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Man allegedly held captive in Connecticut room for decades, set a fire to escape
Authorities in Waterbury, Connecticut, say a woman held her stepson captive for more than two decades until he intentionally started a fire in his room in a desperate bid to escape. Police have ...CBS News - 3d -
Connecticut man says he was held captive by stepmother for 20 years
A 32-year-old man told police he intentionally set fire to a home in Waterbury, Connecticut, in order to escape the house, where he alleged that he was held captive for about 20 years. His ...CBS News - 2d -
City council declares Boston a 'sanctuary city' for transgender community
City councilors voted 12-1 Wednesday to make Boston a sanctuary city for members of the transgender community.NBC News - 3d -
Stepmom held man captive for decades until he set house on fire, officials say
A Connecticut man alleged to have been held captive and starved by his stepmother for more than two decades escaped the small room he had been locked away in by setting their house on fire, ...NBC News - 3d -
Man says he was held in room 20 years, set fire to escape; stepmother charged
An emaciated man, 32, says he was held in his room for 20 years and set it on fire to gain his freedom, according to police. His stepmother was charged with cruelty and kidnapping.CBS News - 3d -
Community reacts with shock over Connecticut man allegedly held captive for over 20 years
Locals who lived near a Connecticut house where a man was allegedly held captive and abused by his stepmother for two decades remain stunned at the reported shocking hidden abuse that occurred in ...NBC News - 2d -
Mitrovic held out of training due to arrhythmia
Al Hilal's Aleksandar Mitrovic missed training due to an abnormal heart rhythm, the Saudi Pro League champions said on Sunday after local media reported the Serbia striker had been taken to hospital.ESPN - 6d -
Migrants held at Guantanamo returned to US, reports say
It is unclear why the migrants have been removed from the US military base.BBC News - 2d -
Blues edge closer to title as Glens held by Carrick
Linfield edge closer to the Irish Premiership title with a 2-0 victory against Glenavon at Windsor Park.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
'Dire watch' or 'positive stuff' as Hibs held by Killie
Hibs fans, we asked for your views on Saturday's 1-1 draw against Killie. Bill: We are missing two key defenders which is costing us, putting as back to where we started the season throwing away ...Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Duncan Powell scores 21 and Georgia Tech held off a late rally to beat Virginia 66-60 in ACC tourney
Duncan Powell scored 15 of his 21 points in the second half, Baye Ndongo and Naithan George each had a double-double and No. 8 seed Georgia Tech held off a late rally to beat No. 9 seed Virginia ...ABC News - 3d -
Panama releases dozens of detained deportees from U.S. into limbo following human rights criticism
PANAMA CITY — After weeks of lawsuits and human rights criticism, Panama on Saturday released dozens of migrants who were held for weeks in a remote camp after being deported from the United ...NBC News - Mar. 9 -
Boston declared sanctuary city for LGBTQ+ community
Boston's city council has approved a resolution naming the city a sanctuary for the LGBTQ+ community by a 12-1 vote. WBTS' Matt Prichard reports.NBC News - 3d -
Liverpool and Man City Battle for South American Wonderkid
Liverpool and Man City Track Ecuadorian Sensation Johan MartinezLiverpool and Manchester City are always on the lookout for emerging talents, and their latest focus appears to be Johan Martinez, a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the burden of building the right way
Oklahoma City is a legit powerhouse, but how will it navigate a future with so much talent and so many draft picks?Yahoo Sports - 4d -
A Tour by Train of 5 Dazzling European Cities
Milan, Zurich, Berlin, Copenhagen and Stockholm: Our writer devised her own urban grand tour to some of the continent’s most dazzling cities.The New York Times - 6d -
Man City captain Greenwood shocked Taylor was sacked
Manchester City captain Alex Greenwood says she was "shocked" by the decision to sack coach Gareth Taylor five days before the Women's League Cup final.BBC News - 4d -
Stand up for Science rallies protesting Trump cuts held across U.S.
Thousands of people, including researchers, scientists, medical professionals and cancer survivors rallied across the U.S. in protest of the Trump Administration’s firings, budget and grants cuts ...NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Derbyshire people fight to save ruined manor that held Mary, Queen of Scots
Wingfield Manor is part-managed by English Heritage, but has fallen into a state of disrepair. At various points in history it has been a prison for Mary, Queen of Scots, a battleground in the ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Russian forces recapture villages in Ukrainian-held pocket inside Russia
Volodymyr Zelenskyy to meet Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia while Ukrainian delegation will meet with Marco Rubio and Trump aides. Russia has taken control of several villages in the ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Greenland opposition party wins election held in Trump's shadow
Greenland voters have expressed strong support for sovereignty, with the Demokraatit party winning nearly 30% of the vote, while President Trump continues to push for an annexation of the island ...The Hill - 4d -
Kuwait frees a group of jailed Americans, including contractors held on drug charges
Kuwait has released a group of American prisoners, including veterans and military contractors jailed for years on drug-related charges.NBC News - 3d -
'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption
The prosecutor's office said it raided 21 addresses in Belgium, according to local media.BBC News - 3d -
Kuwait frees jailed Americans, including veterans held on drug charges
Private consultant Jonathan Franks said that additional Americans he represents are expected to be released by Kuwait later.CBS News - 3d -
Russian captain held by UK police for longer over North Sea crash
Starmer says authorities must ‘get to the bottom’ of Monday’s shipping incidentFinancial Times - 3d -
Leaders Bayern pegged back by Union, third-placed Mainz also held
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich dropped points for the second straight weekend after a lacklustre 1-1 draw at Union Berlin on Saturday. Second-placed Bayer Leverkusen, who ended Bayern's run of 11 ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
How to Turn Cities Into Biketopias? Make it Harder to Drive There
In New York and other cities where congestion pricing policies, bike infrastructure projects, and car bans have been put in place, cyclists are finding the streets more welcoming.Wired - 6d -
Women's manager Sherwood leaves Swansea City
Jamie Sherwood has left his position as first-team manager of Adran Premier side Swansea City with assistant Yzzy Taylor taking interim charge for their four remaining Plate Conference matches.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Veteran American keeper Franch joins Birmingham City
Birmingham City have completed the signing of American goalkeeper Adrianna Franch on a short-term deal which will run until the end of the season.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Valiant City edged out in League Cup final
Manchester City’s gutsy League Cup final display proved to be in vain as we were beaten 2-1 by Chelsea.Mayra Ramirez grabbed the opener inside eight minutes when she bundled home Chelsea’s first r...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
SWPL Game of the weekend: Glasgow City v Hibs
Not only is it a top of the table clash between Glasgow City and Hibs on Sunday, it also marks the Glasgow club's 500th SWPL game so it's a no brainer pick for game of the weekend. It's the first ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
🏆 Chelsea overcome Man City to lift Women's League Cup trophy
See Lionesses stars in action! Tickets for the WSL clash between Manchester City and Chelsea are on sale now!Chelsea came back to win 2-1 against Manchester City to lift the Women's League Cup at ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ornstein: Man City & Barcelona Keen on Another Liverpool Contract Stalemate
Man City and Barcelona Maintain Interest in DíazLuis Díaz remains a key figure for Liverpool, yet speculation over his future refuses to fade. Both Barcelona and Manchester City have long been ...Yahoo Sports - 22h -
How Mayor Eric Adams Lost New York City
He promised law and order. Instead, his scandal-ridden mayoralty became a symbol — and engine — of the city’s chaos.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Japan's Nissan tests driverless vehicles in city streets filled with cars and people
Nissan Motor Corp. recently showcased its driverless technology on city streets in YokohamaABC News - 6d -
Man City boss Taylor sacked five days before cup final
Manchester City sack head coach Gareth Taylor just five days before the Women's League Cup final.BBC News - 5d -
City's new goal: Pep says top four a 'success'
Pep Guardiola has said that qualifying for the Champions League would make Manchester City's season "a big success."ESPN - 5d -
Alabama city leaders vote to replace and rebuild 'corrupt' police department
An Alabama city plans to replace its police department after a grand jury indicted its chief and four officers.NBC News - 4d -
After Pandemic Exodus, New York City’s Population Is Growing Again
Fewer people leaving the city and more foreign newcomers have helped erase pandemic losses, new census data shows.The New York Times - 3d -
'It's unique' - Chelsea & Man City set for four games in 12 days
Four games, 12 days and three competitions - Chelsea and Manchester City begin a "unique" schedule with Women's League Cup final.BBC News - 3d
