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World
November 21
US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment
U.S. regulators want a federal judge to break up Google to prevent the company from continuing to squash competition through its dominant search engine after a court found it had maintained an abusive monopoly over the past decade.
E-Edition
November 21
Thursday, November 21, 2024: E-Edition
Read today's news in print format. Click on the "perforated box" inside the gray circle on the right side to view in full. Use the magnifying glass to zoom in and out. Call (573) 334-7115 for assistance.
Sports
November 21
Jackson football preparing to ward off rising Kirkwood in road quarterfinal
Jackson gears up for a high-stakes quarterfinal against Kirkwood. Both teams bring impressive records and standout players, promising a thrilling matchup. Can Jackson maintain its winning streak?
Cole Lee
Sports
November 21
St. Vincent football hosts Crystal City, searches for second straight district title
St. Vincent aims for their second straight district title against Crystal City. With a strong offensive lineup and an undefeated record, can the Indians maintain their dominance and advance to the state semifinals?
Cole Lee
World
November 21
Percival Everett and Jason De León win National Book Awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Percival Everett's “James,” a daring reworking of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” has won the National Book Award for fiction. Jason De León’s “Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling” won for nonfiction, where fi...
Education
November 21
Thankful People: Saxony Lutheran's Cassondra Calvin honors her mother's legacy through passion and p...
Cassondra Calvin, a senior at Saxony Lutheran High School, honors her late mother's legacy by pursuing her passion for theater and supporting her peers, earning recognition for her kindness and leadership.
J.C. Reeves
News
November 21
The Pickleball Factory, St. Louis Shock pickleball team detail new partnership for events
The Pickleball Factory has partnered with the St. Louis Shock Major League Pickleball team, becoming their official Southeast Missouri venue. This collaboration will host events, tournaments and community-building activities in Cape Girardeau.
Christopher Borro
Health
November 21
Lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic: A public health perspective
Cape Girardeau's public health director reflects on the lessons from COVID-19, highlighting improved infrastructure, the impact of misinformation and the importance of community collaboration in future pandemics.
Bob Miller
Sports
November 21
Arndt, SEMO volleyball capture OVC regular-season title
SEMO volleyball, led by standout sophomore Lucy Arndt, clinches the OVC regular-season title after sweeping SIUE 3-0 on Wednesday night. The Redhawks will enter the conference tournament as the top seed.
Sports
November 21
COLUMN: Redhawks MBB show promise despite early season losses
Despite early losses, the Southeast Missouri State's Redhawks men's basketball team shows promise with improved talent and competitiveness. Key players Martin, Ward and Washington lead the charge.
Tony Capobianco
Sports
November 21
Robert Thomas returns from injury but Blues still lose
ST. LOUIS — Kirill Kaprizov scored a pair of third-period goals, and Jonas Brodin and Ryan Hartman also scored to help the Minnesota Wild beat the St. Louis Blues 4-2 on Tuesday night.
Tony Capobianco
Arts & Entertainment
November 21
Saxony Lutheran High School brings laughter to stage with 'Bedtime Stories'
Saxony Lutheran High School presents the comedic play "Bedtime Stories" from Nov. 22 to 24, blending humor and dinner. Twists on classic tales in a fun, family-friendly setting.
Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens
News
November 20
Wavis Jordan seeks clarification on court date days before motion hearing
Wavis Jordan seeks court date clarification amid allegations of duty violations. With a motion hearing Thursday, Nov. 21, the case involves serious claims, including mishandling death investigations.
Nathan Gladden
Opinion
November 20
Speak Out: Debate on Trump, Biden, and the economy
The Speak Out column highlights reader opinions on President-elect Trump's controversial cabinet picks, immigration, oil prices, and economic policies. Concerns over Trump's leadership and potential chaos abound.
APtoReview
November 20
Chris Sale wins NL Cy Young Award after being league's 1st pitching Triple Crown winner since 2011
Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale won the National League Cy Young Award on Wednesday night after being the league's first pitching triple crown winner since 2011.
World
November 20
Biden has become notably quiet after the 2024 election and Democrats' loss
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has been notably quiet since the Democrats' gut-wrenching defeat at the polls.
World
November 20
Pamela Hayden, longtime 'Simpsons' voice actor, including Bart's friend Milhouse, hangs up her mic
NEW YORK (AP) — Pamela Hayden, the longtime voice actor behind Milhouse Van Houten — Bart Simpson's very uncool friend — is stepping away after 35 years of whining.
World
November 20
Judge dismisses wrongful death lawsuit that Gabby Petito's parents filed against Moab, Utah police
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah judge on Wednesday dismissed a
World
November 20
Brazil’s Lula welcomes China's Xi for state visit as ties between countries strengthen
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) —
News
November 20
Contenders announced for Cape Girardeau's Ward 5 Council seat
Eric Redinger and Bryan Johnson are set to face off in April's Cape Girardeau City Council Ward 5 election. They aim to replace Ryan Essex, who filled the seat after Rhett Pierce's resignation.
Nathan Gladden
World
November 20
As US ramps up nuclear power, fuel supplier plans to enrich more uranium domestically
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (AP) — A supplier of fuel for nuclear power plants announced a $60 million expansion in Tennessee on Wednesday, promising to resume and grow its manufacturing of high-tech centrifuges there to enrich uranium at its facility in Ohio.
World
November 20
US charges billionaire Gautam Adani with defrauding investors, hiding plan to bribe Indian officials
NEW YORK (AP) — An Indian businessman who is one of the world’s richest people has been indicted in the U.S. on charges he duped investors in a massive solar energy project in his home country by concealing that it was facilitated by alleged bribery.
World
November 20
Donald Trump's latest branded venture is guitars that cost up to $10,000
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has endorsed a line of guitars, following up on the
World
November 20
Liam Payne's One Direction bandmates among the mourners at singer's funeral
LONDON (AP) — The former members of
World
November 20
PHOTO COLLECTION: Holiday Lights Around the World
This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.
World
November 20
Lawmakers are concerned about background checks of Trump's Cabinet picks as red flags surface
WASHINGTON (AP) — As senators prepare to consider
Sports
November 20
How SEMO OC Jeromy McDowell became one of the premier coordinators in the FCS
SEMO offensive coordinator Jeromy McDowell's journey from Redhawks quarterback to a top FCS play-caller is marked by patience and adaptability. Flash forward to today and he now has the top-ranked OVC offense on the cusp of an outright conference championship.
Business
November 20
Stock market today: Wall Street weakens as Target tumbles
Wall Street slides as Target shares plummet over weak holiday forecast, contrasting with Walmart's upbeat outlook. Nvidia's earnings report looms large, while global markets show mixed movements.
World
November 20
Matt Gaetz meets privately with senators to shore up support as House Ethics decision looms
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump's choice for attorney general,
World
November 20
The US is sending antipersonnel land mines to Ukraine. Here's what it means
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. decision to
World
November 20
Trump's casting call as he builds out his administration: TV experience preferred
WASHINGTON (AP) — There's a common trait that President-elect Donald Trump is clearly prizing as he selects those to serve in his new administration: experience on television.
World
November 20
Israeli officials demand the right to strike Hezbollah under any cease-fire deal for Lebanon
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli officials demanded Wednesday the freedom to strike Lebanon's Hezbollah as part of any cease-fire deal, raising a potential complication as
News
November 20
Man convicted of murder in killing of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley
Venezuelan man convicted of murdering Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, igniting immigration debate during presidential race. Judge finds Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts, including malice murder.
World
November 20
Gallaudet women's volleyball team is signing, quietly winning and rolling into the NCAA Tournament
WASHINGTON (AP) — Laughs and the occasional celebratory scream pierce the calm quiet of the gym and the sound of volleyballs bouncing off the hardwood floor.
APtoReview
November 20
Movie Review: Netflix's 'Joy' is a loud cheer for fertility, for never giving up — and science
Toward the end of Netflix's “Joy,” the muffled cry of a newborn baby prompts a man and woman in a hospital to embrace out of pure bliss. They aren't the parents, but they had as much to do with the birth as the mom and dad.
World
November 20
PHOTO COLLECTION: AP Top Photos of the Day, Wednesday, November 20, 2024
This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.
Food
November 20
Castillo: Spilling the tea at ForTe Tea Lounge & Eventeur: About last Saturday
I knew I’d made the right choice as I walked in and found myself immediately enveloped by a refreshing and uplifting ambiance that felt like a hug.
Mary Ann Castillo
Food
November 20
Recipe Swap: Spice up your Thanksgiving with these creative recipes
Looking to refresh your Thanksgiving menu? Discover creative recipes like Coca-Cola Ham, Cranberry Orange Spiral Cookies, and more to elevate your holiday feast with new flavors and festive flair.
Susan McClanahan
World
November 20
Comcast to spin off cable networks, once star performers for the entertainment giant
WASHINGTON (AP) — Comcast will spin off many of NBCUniversal’s cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC and MSNBC, into a separate public company.
World
November 20
Spain will legalize hundreds of thousands of undocumented migrants in the next 3 years
MADRID (AP) — Spain will
World
November 20
Viola Davis to receive Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award
LOS ANGELES (AP) —
Community
November 20
Submitted: CCPA gives to Shop with a Hero
Cape County Private Ambulance donates $1500 to the Cape Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 51, supporting the Shop with a Hero programr.
Community
November 20
Submitted: Casino employees donate to Shop with a Hero
Century Casino employees raised over $450 for the Shop with a Hero program, benefiting local children.
World
November 20
Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has revised the funeral rites that will be used when he dies, simplifying the rituals to emphasize his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican in keeping with his wishes.
Opinion
November 20
Lopez: The real sisterhood
Kathryn Jean Lopez challenges the narrative of female solidarity, questioning the impact of abortion policies on women's health and safety, and highlighting alternative support systems for women.
Kathryn Lopez
World
November 20
Middle East latest: Israel insists on right to act against Hezbollah in any deal to end fighting
Israel’s defense minister says his country insists on the right to act militarily against Hezbollah in any agreement to end the fighting in Lebanon.
World
November 20
Deadline looms for negotiators seeking a deal for cash to curb global warming
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — With time running down, negotiators at the United Nations annual climate talks on Wednesday returned to the puzzle of finding an agreement to bring
APtoReview
November 20
Pope to make late Italian teenager Carlo Acutis the first millennial and digital saint on April 27
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis said he will canonize
World
November 20
US Embassy in Kyiv shuts down after receiving warning of 'significant' Russian air attack
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv said it has received warning of a potentially significant Russian air attack on Wednesday and would be closed as a precaution.
World
November 20
'Bomb cyclone' knocks out power to over 600,000 and downs trees across northwest US, killing 1
SEATTLE (AP) — A major storm swept across the northwest U.S. Tuesday evening, battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person.
World
November 20
Mother of cinematographer killed on set of Alec Baldwin film 'Rust' boycotts its world premiere
TORUN, Poland (AP) — The mother of late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins is boycotting the world premiere of “Rust” at a film festival in Poland on Wednesday, saying she views it as an attempt by Alec Baldwin to “unjustly profit” from her daughter’s death.
World
November 20
Ukraine has seen success in building clean energy, which is harder for Russia to destroy
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — Maxim Timchenko, CEO of DTEK, the largest private energy company in Ukraine, pulls out a piece of paper with bar charts showing how much new electricity his company has brought online this year in the country versus how much Russian bombs ha...
World
November 20
Former Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai begins to testify in his national security trial
HONG KONG (AP) — Former Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai testified he met with then-Vice President Mike Pence and then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo during Hong Kong’s anti-government protests in 2019 but told the court at his
Business
November 20
Sponsored: How TeeHouse Complex is redefining golf in Cape Girardeau with innovation and community f...
TeeHouse Complex in Cape Girardeau blends tradition and innovation with TopTracer tech, a focus on community, and plans for future advancements, redefining the local golf experience.
Bmagazine
Opinion
November 20
Prayer 11-20-24
A heartfelt prayer expressing gratitude for the blessing of a loving family, offering thanks to Father God.
Obituaries
November 20
Lorene Gross
Lorene Marie Gross, 88, of Perryville passed away Nov. 19, 2024. A devoted family woman, she enjoyed gardening, cards and cherished time with her grandchildren. Funeral services Nov. 23.
Obituaries
November 20
Richard Fuytinck
Richard Fuytinck, 83, of Perryville died Nov. 17, 2024. Services and military honors will be held Nov. 23 at Ford and Young Funeral Home, followed by burial at Home Cemetery.
History
November 20
Today in History: Nov. 20
On Nov. 20, key events include the start of the Mexican Revolution in 1910 and the beginning of the Nuremberg Trials in 1945. Also, Princess Elizabeth wed Prince Philip in 1947, and "The Play" in 1982.
History
November 20
Out of the past: Nov. 20
Cape Girardeans at Texas A&M reflect on the resilient Aggie spirit after a tragic accident in 1999. Historical insights from 1924 to 1974 highlight local events and community milestones.
Sharon Sanders
World
November 20
What to know about Transgender Day of Remembrance and violence against trans people
Wednesday is Transgender Day of Remembrance, which focuses on trans people who have lost their lives because of violence. Here is what to know.
World
November 20
Trump has called for dismantling the Education Department. Here's what that would mean
WASHINGTON (AP) — Throughout his campaign, President-elect
World
November 20
Maui Invitational returns to a Lahaina still grappling with raw emotions left by deadly wildfire
HONOLULU (AP) — Three generations of TJ Rickard’s family lost their homes in the
World
November 20
Susan Smith to ask parole board for her freedom after serving 30 years for drowning her children
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Susan Smith, the South Carolina mother convicted of killing her two sons by rolling her car into a lake in 1994 with the boys strapped in their seats inside, will ask
World
November 20
Health advocates in Africa worry Trump will reimpose abortion 'gag rule' governing US aid
EPWORTH, Zimbabwe (AP) — Carrying her infant daughter, 19-year-old Sithulisiwe Moyo waited two hours to get birth-control pills from a tent pitched in a poor settlement on the outskirts of Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare.
E-Edition
November 20
Wednesday, November 20, 2024: E-Edition
Read today's news in print format. Click on the "perforated box" inside the gray circle on the right side to view in full. Use the magnifying glass to zoom in and out. Call (573) 334-7115 for assistance.
Health
November 20
U.S. hospitals navigate IV fluid shortage after hurricane disrupts supply chain
U.S. hospitals face IV fluid shortages after Hurricane Helene damages a key factory. Hospitals are conserving supplies and exploring alternatives as production ramps back up.
Bob Miller
News
November 20
Jackson mayor, aldermen set to approve street hockey rink
Jackson's mayor and aldermen are scheduled to approve a $74,100 street hockey rink for local students, funded by community donations. The rink will host Jackson Street Hockey games and tournaments.
Christopher Borro
World
November 20
Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland's 15-game win streak
BOSTON (AP) — The defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15...
Community
November 20
Craft fairs, Santa visits: A festive weekend coming to Cape Girardeau
Experience a festive weekend in Cape Girardeau with craft fairs and Santa visits. Discover unique gifts at the Arts and Craft Extravaganza and Notre Dame's Craft Show.
Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens
World
November 20
Reuters hires former Post and AP executive editor Sally Buzbee to lead US, Canada news operation
NEW YORK (AP) — Sally Buzbee, the former executive editor of The Washington Post and The Associated Press, is joining Reuters as the news agency's top editor for the United States and Canada, the company said Tuesday.
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