North Korea confirms Racine soldier entered
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North Korea asserted U.S. soldier Travis King, a Racine native, bolted across the heavily armed Korean border last month after being disillusioned with the inequality of American society and racial discrimination in its Army.

Women’s World Cup: Semifinals ahoy! | August 13, 2023

With the quarterfinals concluded, we look ahead to the semifinals of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.

Miss Universe cuts ties with Indonesian franchisee amid sexual harassment allegations

The Miss Universe Organization has cut its ties with its Indonesian franchisee and will cancel an upcoming pageant in Malaysia after contestants complained to police, accusing local organizers of sexual harassment.

China detains military group worker suspected of spying for CIA

The Ministry of State Security said in a statement that the worker had been providing military secrets to the CIA in exchange for large amounts of money.

Russia launches its first mission to moon in nearly 50 years

The launch from Russia’s spaceport in the Far East of the Luna-25 craft to the moon is Russia’s first since 1976 when it was part of the Soviet Union.

China accuses US of attempting to block development, demands technology curbs be repealed

President Joe Biden signed an order that adds restrictions that limit Chinese access to U.S. processor chips used in smartphones, artificial intelligence, and other technology on security grounds.

Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio shot, killed at campaign event

An Ecuadorian presidential candidate known for speaking up against corruption has been shot and killed at a political rally in the capital, an attack that comes amid a wave of startling violence in the South American country.

For smaller teams advancing in Women's World Cup, bigger bonuses could be life changing

FIFA designated $30,000 for each of the 732 players on the 32 teams that played in the World Cup. The payout rises to $60,000 for players on the 16 teams that advanced out of group play. Players in the quarterfinals get $90,000.

Boy photographed playing in dust pile dies moments later: 'Tragic'

A 7-year-old boy in Brazil died moments after he played in a pile of limestone powder, poisoning him as he breathed the powder into his lungs.

American nurse, daughter freed nearly 2 weeks after abduction in Haiti

A woman from New Hampshire who works for a nonprofit organization in Haiti and her young daughter have been freed nearly two weeks after they were kidnapped.

Prince Harry's 'His Royal Highness' title removed from royal family's website

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle agreed to no longer use their 'HRH' titles after stepping down as working members of the royal family in January 2020.