Articles by BERT HOOVER

BERT HOOVER

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Nevada Man Arrested for Climbing Las Vegas Sphere

Feb 7, 2024 23:54 PM EST

Nevada man Maison Des Champs claimed to have free-climbed the Las Vegas Sphere to protest an alleged upcoming abortion of a woman named Isabel.

Nicaragua Grants Panama Ex-President Ricardo Martinelli Asylum

Feb 7, 2024 22:40 PM EST

Nicaragua's government announced on Wednesday the granting of asylum to Panama's former President Ricardo Martinelli, who sought protection at Nicaragua's embassy in Panama City while facing a substantial prison sentence in his home country.

Sebastian Pinera: Authorities Release Details on Chile Ex-President's Death

Feb 7, 2024 20:26 PM EST

Chile prosecutors revealed that former President Sebastian Pinera drowned following the crash of the helicopter he was piloting into a lake.

Gina Carano Lawsuit: Fired 'Mandalorian' Actress Sues Disney, Lucasfilm for Wrongful Termination Through Elon Musk Help

Feb 7, 2024 00:29 AM EST

Actress Gina Carano has filed a lawsuit against Disney and Lucasfilm in response to her 2021 termination over a controversial social media post where she drew a parallel between being a Republican and the experience of Jews during the Holocaust.

Joel Embiid: 76ers Star Out At Least 4 Weeks Following 'Successful' Knee Surgery

Feb 6, 2024 23:39 PM EST

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid underwent a left knee procedure on Tuesday morning and is set for reevaluation in about four weeks, the team announced.

South Dakota Man Faces Life Sentence Over Officer's Death During Police Chase

Feb 6, 2024 23:01 PM EST

Prosecutors charged a South Dakota man on Monday with first-degree murder and aggravated eluding in the death of a deputy who he struck while deploying spikes to stop the pursuit.

Chile: Ex-President Sebastian Pinera Dies in Helicopter Crash

Feb 6, 2024 21:35 PM EST

Chile ex-President Sebastian Pinera died in a helicopter crash on Tuesday, leading to national mourning.

Donald Trump: US Court Decides Former President Doesn't Have Presidential Immunity

Feb 6, 2024 19:56 PM EST

A US court ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump is not immune from prosecution for alleged crimes committed during his presidency. The court rejected Trump's argument, stating he must face trial on federal election subversion charges.

Killer Mike Arrested After Winning Awards from 2024 Grammys

Feb 6, 2024 02:27 AM EST

Grammy winner Killer Mike was escorted out of the 2024 Grammys in handcuffs despite clinching three awards earlier in the pre-show telecast on Sunday.

Shane Bowen Replaces Wink Martindale as Giants Defensive Coordinator

Feb 6, 2024 01:16 AM EST

The New York Giants have appointed Shane Bowen, the former defensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans, as their new defensive coordinator. He takes over from Wink Martindale to lead the Giants' defensive unit.

Chile Wildfire Update: Death Toll Hits 122 as Hundreds Still Missing

Feb 5, 2024 22:57 PM EST

The death toll from central Chile's wildfires reached 122 on Monday. Helicopters deployed massive water drops to combat the blazes while emergency crews continued to discover bodies in the aftermath, underscoring the devastating impact of the fires that erupted three days prior.

Florida Woman Steals Patrol Vehicle, Dies in Wrong-Way Crash Killing 2, Injuring 1

Feb 5, 2024 22:22 PM EST

Three fatalities occurred, and one person sustained critical injuries as a Florida woman took off in a deputy's patrol car, reaching speeds of 100 mph before crashing.

California Flooding: Viral Malibu Canyon Video Shows How Severe Storm Is [WATCH]

Feb 5, 2024 20:07 PM EST

A potent atmospheric river storm's remnant, causing power outages for nearly 400,000 in California, continued to bring heavy rain, mudslides, flooding, and substantial mountain snowfall on Monday.

2024 Grammys: Karol G Becomes First Woman to Win Best Musica Urbana Album

Feb 5, 2024 02:43 AM EST

Karol G celebrates her historic 2024 Grammy win, becoming the first woman to triumph in the Best Musica Urbana Album category.

El Salvador Election: Nayib Bukele Declares Victory with Over 85% of Votes Ahead of Official Results

Feb 5, 2024 00:55 AM EST

President Nayib Bukele unilaterally declared victory in the El Salvador elections, asserting he secured over 85% of the vote while official results from electoral authorities are pending.

Chile Forest Fires Take 99 Lives Over 3 Days

Feb 4, 2024 23:07 PM EST

Devastating Chile forest fires claimed at least 99 lives, according to the government's Legal Medical Service. Authorities anticipate the death toll to increase amid ongoing challenges posed by the widespread blazes.

Dangerous California Storm Prompts State of Emergency

Feb 4, 2024 21:24 PM EST

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for eight Southern California counties as winter storms with high winds, destructive rain, and heavy snowfall hit the region.

Texas: Patrick Mahomes' Dad Arrested for DUI Ahead of Super Bowl, Now Facing Up To 10 Years in Prison

Feb 4, 2024 20:13 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes dad was arrested Saturday night near Tyler, Texas, on charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI).

Argentina: Javier Milei Reform Bill Gets Lawmakers' Greenlight

Feb 2, 2024 22:35 PM EST

Argentina lower chamber of deputies granted comprehensive approval to President Javier Milei's far-reaching "omnibus" reform bill in a Friday vote following extensive debate. The bill now advances to a crucial vote in the Senate.

Joe Biden Sees the Return of American Soldiers Killed in Jordan

Feb 2, 2024 21:35 PM EST

President Joe Biden witnessed the solemn return of the remains of three American soldiers killed in a drone attack in Jordan, believed to be of Iranian origin, arrived in the United States on Friday.

Donald Trump Criminal Case Trial Set for March Postponed Pending Decision on Immunity

Feb 2, 2024 20:14 PM EST

Donald Trump criminal case trial set for March 4 in Washington, DC has been officially canceled. The federal judge overseeing the case made the decision, citing lingering uncertainty that has affected her trial calendar for April and potentially beyond.

Sint Maarten: Favorite Dishes of People from 'The Friendly Island'

Feb 2, 2024 18:40 PM EST

Sint Maarten, a Caribbean island that is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, boasts a rich culinary tapestry influenced by its diverse history and cultural blend.

Darius Rucker: Hootie & The Blowfish Singer Arrested for Drug Offense Charges

Feb 2, 2024 02:42 AM EST

Darius Rucker, the singer of "Hootie & The Blowfish," has been arrested for a drug offense in Williamson County, Tennessee. The acclaimed artist's legal situation in this county raises questions about the nature and details of the alleged drug-related incident.

Kliff Kingsbury To Be Hired as Raiders Offensive Coordinator

Feb 2, 2024 02:13 AM EST

Former Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury is set to return to the NFL as the new Las Vegas Raiders' offensive coordinator.

California Teen Alleged 'Serial Swatter' Faces Charges in Florida

Feb 1, 2024 23:52 PM EST

A California teen faces charges in Florida for numerous swatting incidents and bomb threats across the United States. The 17-year-old "serial swatter" is believed to be responsible for hundreds of such incidents.