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Imran Khan, Pakistan’s ex-prime minister, arrested in court

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested Tuesday as he appeared in a court in the country’s capital, Islamabad, to face charges in multiple graft cases. Security agents dragged Khan outside and shoved him into an armored car before whisking him away.The arrest, which marks a dramatic escalation on Pakistan’s political scene, drew nationwide condemnation from supporters of the popular opposition leader and former cricket star turned Islamist politician. Khan was dragged outside the Islamabad High Court and pushed into a police vehicle by agents from the National Accountability Bureau, according to Fawad Chaudhry, a senior official with Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party. Chaudhry denounced the arrest as “an abduction.” Pakistan’s independent GEO TV broadcast images of the 72-year-old Khan being pulled by security forces towards an armored vehicle, which took him away. Khan was ousted in a no-confidence vote in April 2022. He has claimed...

Ardmore Shipping: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — HAMILTON, Bermuda (AP) — Ardmore Shipping Corp. (ASC) on Tuesday reported first-quarter net income of $44.1 million, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.The Hamilton, Bermuda-based company said it had net income of $1.04 per share.The shipping company posted revenue of $118.2 million in the period. Its adjusted revenue was $81.7 million.Ardmore Shipping shares have declined 6% since the beginning of the year. The stock has climbed 94% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on ASC at https://www.zacks.com/ap/ASCSource

L.B. Foster: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — PITTSBURGH (AP) — L.B. Foster Co. (FSTR) on Tuesday reported a loss of $2.2 million in its first quarter.The Pittsburgh-based company said it had a loss of 20 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 5 cents per share.The railroad track manufacturer posted revenue of $115.5 million in the period.L.B. Foster expects full-year revenue in the range of $520 million to $550 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on FSTR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/FSTRSource

Core Molding Technologies: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Core Molding Technologies Inc. (CMT) on Tuesday reported net income of $5.9 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Columbus, Ohio-based company said it had profit of 66 cents.The maker of fiber reinforced plastics posted revenue of $99.5 million in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on CMT at https://www.zacks.com/ap/CMTSource

AMLO dialogará con Biden sobre las crisis de migración y de fentanilo, según el presidente mexicano

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO — El presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador dijo el lunes que sostendrá una conversación telefónica este martes con su contraparte estadounidense, Joe Biden, para dialogar sobre las crisis de migración y de fentanilo.López Obrador señaló que los mandatarios también hablarán sobre programas de desarrollo para ayudar a frenar el flujo de migrantes a la frontera con Estados Unidos. La conversación tendrá lugar dos días antes de que concluyan las restricciones migratorias relacionadas con la pandemia que permitían a las autoridades federales estadounidenses expulsar rápidamente a los migrantes que cruzaron ilegalmente la frontera.El mandatario mexicano exhortó a los migrantes a no usar traficantes para viajar hacia la frontera estadounidense. Gobernador de Texas comparte video del alambre de púas que se instaló en la frontera Casa Blanca: Biden vetaría plan de inmigración republicano México accedió la seman...

Nikola: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

PHOENIX (AP) — PHOENIX (AP) — Nikola Corp. (NKLA) on Tuesday reported a loss of $169.1 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Phoenix-based company said it had a loss of 31 cents. Losses, adjusted for stock option expense and pretax expenses, came to 26 cents per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 28 cents per share.The pioneer in zero-emission trucks posted revenue of $11.1 million in the period, which did not meet Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $16.2 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on NKLA at https://www.zacks.com/ap/NKLASource

Polis' land use bill dies on last day of legislative session

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A controversial bill proposed by Gov. Jared Polis died in the Capitol on the last night of the legislative session after many Democrats said they wouldn't support it.The bill is SB23-213 known as the "Land Use" bill.Polis introduced SB23-213 in March and the bill aimed at giving people more affordable housing options, allowing the development of housing like townhomes and duplexes in Colorado by getting rid of state zoning laws that only allow single-family housing development in most parts of the state. This means certain towns and cities would have to allow denser forms of housing. Colorado passes property tax bill However, the bill went through several changes while being debated in the House and was constantly met with opposition.Many cities in Colorado, including Denver, opposed that idea, raising concerns about violations of local control. State senators added a number of amendments and removed those provisions.The bill passed the House on Friday with a vote...

Severe storm chance Wednesday, here's what to know

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Pinpoint Weather team has issued a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for Wednesday due to severe storm chances.Meteorologist Travis Michels said there will be a slight risk for severe storms.What is the severe weather outlook?Michels said there is a risk of damaging winds, small hail, and isolated tornadoes. Temperatures will be above average in the mid-70s on Wednesday with extra clouds.Severe thunderstorm watch vs. warningSevere thunderstorm watches can be issued on days where severe weather is possible. The National Weather Service said the area for a thunderstorm watch is typically large and covers numerous counties or sometimes, even states. If you are in a thunderstorm watch, you should be prepared for the possibility of a thunderstorm warning. Severe thunderstorm watch vs. warning Meteorologist Jessica Lebel said a severe thunderstorm warning is issued on a much smaller scale than a watch and usually only includes areas where the storm is at that time. It is a...

Jane Goodall exhibit at Denver Museum of Nature and Science canceled due to damage

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — An interactive and traveling exhibition that honored the life and work of Jane Goodall will not open at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. This announcement comes days before the exhibit was expected to debut.In a statement released by the museum on Monday, the "Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Jane Goodall" has been canceled due to damage to exhibition components that were discovered upon arrival at the museum. The traveling installation was created in partnership with the National Geographic Society and the Jane Goodall Institute. The exhibit was expected to open to the public on May 19. Pickleball players fight plans to close Congress Park courts Although the exhibit has been canceled, the museum said it is finding alternative ways to honor Goodall."Despite not having the exhibition, we’re excited to offer alternative ways to engage in and learn about the work of Dr. Jane Goodall. We’re thrilled to open the film, 'Jane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope' in our bra...

Dry, For Now

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:23:40 GMT

Look for a nice day with temperatures a touch warmer than yesterday with widespread upper 80’s in the forecast. Only an isolated shower on the breeze expected at best. Moisture gradually builds over Florida increasing our rain chances late week. For now, it will be mainly dry with high temperatures ranging from the mid 80’s across the East coast to the lower 90’s across the interior portions of Southwest Florida.Have a wonderful day South Florida and make it a safe one! Vivian GonzalezMeteorologist, AMS Certified WSVN Channel 7