Monthly Archives: August 2020

Size 12 to continue with Fall Sports

Story links The Big 12 Board or directors agreed yesterday to continue with plans for the fall sports seasons. “The board continues to believe that the health and well-being of our student-athletes should guide all decisions,” commented Board Chairman and TCU Chancellor Victor Boschini. “To this end, the council has …

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Kelly Clarkson fills in for Simon Cowell on ‘AGT’

Kelly Clarkson appeared on “America’s Got Talent” for Simon Cowell last night, when he recovered from a serious back injury at home, and she was sitting right at the judges’ table. The singer and “Voice” coach revealed how she prepared herself for her guest, judging performances, and the pressure she …

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U.S. consumer prices jump in July, driven by cars

US inflation picked up again when consumer prices jumped 0.6 percent in July, reflecting the June rise, and fueled by new and used car prices, government data showed Wednesday. After suffering from the coronavirus pandemic in the first two months, the consumer price index (CPI) roared back, posting a profit …

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US changes UN resolution to extend UN arms embargo on Iran News

The United States is circulating a revised resolution that would extend a UN arms embargo on Iran indefinitely, and is seeking more support in the 15-member Security Council, where veto power Russia and China have voiced strong opposition. U.S. Ambassador Kelly Craft said the new concept “takes into account advice …

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