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☆ Mainland Chinese citizens are eager to travel — for the West's mRNA Covid vaccines
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-10 | by ( Lee Ying Shan | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Passengers prepare to enter Shenzhen through the Lok Ma Chau Spur Line Control Point on the first day of the resumption of normal travel between Hong Kong and mainland China on Jan. 8, 2023 in Hong Kong. Analysts expect that the list of destinations for vaccine tourism will grow. 'Natural first destination': Hong Kong"I believe that the natural first destination of the Chinese vaccine tourism is Hong Kong. "It's been long since I went to Hong Kong. But Hong Kong won't provide free Covid vaccinations to short-term travelers.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin triumphantly left an Ohio hospital Monday, a week after he collapsed on the field during a nationally televised game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hamlin has been released and returned to Buffalo. Hamlin has been the target of unwavering support of football fans since his cardiac arrest in the first quarter of last week's "Monday Night Football" game at Paycor Stadium. On-field medical staff rushed to Hamlin and administered CPR before he was taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center where the player had been treated until his departure Monday. 1 and 2 teams meet in the conference title game, the top seed would get to host.

A man with a history of mental illness opened fire inside his North Carolina home, killing his wife and three children before and then himself, police said Monday. "In my 27, pushing 28, years in this police department, we've never had anything like this happen before," High Point police chief Travis Stroud said. One of those adults was a “direct relation, and the other was an acquaintance,” High Point police Lt. Patrick Welsh said. Police respond to a crime scene in High Point, N.C., on Jan. 7, 2023. High Point police officers had responded to the address of Saturday's shooting five other times since 2014, officials said.

Police found blood and a damaged blood-stained knife in the home basement of Ana Walshe, the missing Massachusetts woman whose husband has been accused of allegedly hindering investigators, authorities said Monday. Prosecutors also revealed that Brian Walshe allegedly purchased $450 of goods that included cleaning supplies, mops and tape from a nearby Home Depot on Jan. 2. Ana Walshe. Brian Walshe's defense lawyer said it was the husband who told his wife's employers she was missing, explaining why he wasn't the first to call police. A judge ordered Brian Walshe held in lieu of $500,00 bond and his next court date was set for Feb. 9.

There’s no parole in the federal prison system and good behavior credits are in short supply compared to most states. More likely, Shah would be told a date, at least a month out, to surrender herself at a federal facility. Her best hope would be to be deemed most appropriate for a minimum security camp. “A minimum-security camp, I mean even moving up to next level, which is still ‘low security’ that’s a huge difference. If you’re eligible for a camp, you’ll go to Alaska if you can go to a camp.” Share this -Link copied

The postponed Buffalo Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game will not be made up following the terrifying collapse of safety Damar Hamlin, the league said Thursday. Now at 12-3, Buffalo trails 13-3 Kansas City for the AFC’s top spot, which carries a first-round playoff bye. If Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Baltimore wins or ties, Buffalo vs. Kansas City would be at a neutral site. And if Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Cincinnati wins, a Buffalo or Cincinnati vs. Kansas City championship game would be at a neutral site. Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest, but his brain function appeared to be in good condition, the Buffalo Bills said Thursday, following days of uncertainty and worry.

"The Idaho state lab later located a single source of male DNA (suspect Profile) left on the button snap of the knife sheath." But Kohberger's phone did not come up in that search. Another search warrant, granted Dec. 23, gave investigators Kohberger's cellphone location during the 24 hours before the killings and the 24 hours afterward. The evidence was sent to the Idaho State Lab for testing and a DNA profile was compared with DNA discovered on the knife sheath. There's likely to be a lot more evidence — more sightings of the Elantra, more information about where Kohberger's phone traveled — that was not included, Martin said.

☆ Damar Hamlin's breathing tube removed, told teammates 'Love you boys' over FaceTime, Bills say
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-06 | by ( Antonio Planas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

The Cincinnati Reds show their support for Damar Hamlin outside of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame on January 4, 2023, in Cincinnati, OH. "Damar Hamlin FaceTimed into our team meeting today to talk to players and coaches. It remains unclear what exactly caused Hamlin's cardiac arrest. The league acknowledged that canceling the game "creates potential competitive inequities in certain playoff scenarios" and said NFL clubs will consider a resolution at a special league meeting Friday. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in Thursday's statement that it has been "a very difficult week" and that the league is focused on Hamlin's recovery.

MOSCOW, Idaho — Bryan Christopher Kohberger, who was arrested last week in the killings of four University of Idaho students, was expected to make his first appearance in an Idaho courtroom on Thursday. Kohberger is scheduled to appear before Latah County Magistrate Judge Megan Marshall at 9:30 a.m. PT/12:30 p.m. Earlier this week, Marshall ordered police, attorneys and officials connected to the case not to speak publicly or share any information about Kohberger's prosecution outside courtroom walls. Kohberger arrived in Latah County on Wednesday, following a cross-country trip from northeastern Pennsylvania where the Washington State University graduate student was arrested on Friday. Deon Hampton reported form Moscow, Idaho, and David K. Li from New York City.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is showing “signs of improvement" and loved ones are "elated" about the player's progress, even while he's still hospitalized in critical condition, his team and family said Wednesday. “Damar remains in the ICU in critical condition with signs of improvement noted yesterday and overnight,” the Bills said in a statement Wednesday afternoon. Hamlin went into cardiac arrest, and his “heartbeat was restored on the field,” the Bills have said. More coverage on Damar Hamlin NFL says no decision made yet on resumption of Bills-Bengals game after Damar Hamlin collapseBuffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin's heart was most likely healthy before collapse, doctors sayDamar Hamlin's familysay they are 'moved by the prayers, kind words'One NFL player has died on the field. His widowwatched Damar Hamlin’s collapse in horror.

Bryan Christopher Kohberger, the man accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students, was removed from a county jail in Pennsylvania and turned over to state police Wednesday, officials said. “He is no longer in the custody of the Monroe County Correctional Facility; he’s in the custody of the Pennsylvania State Police,” warden Garry Haidle said. Less than 24 hours earlier, the 28-year-old Kohberger waived extradition in a Stroudsburg courtroom, paving the way for his trip to Latah County, Idaho. Kohberger was arrested Friday in Albrightsville in northeastern Pennsylvania, about 2,500 miles from Moscow, where the students were killed Nov. 13. The suspect was a doctoral student in the criminal justice and criminology department at Washington State University, 9 miles from Moscow.

Damar Hamlin's family thanked fans on Tuesday, saying they are "moved by the prayers" and "kind words" showered on the Buffalo Bills safety after his collapse on the field. The family also praised health care workers who immediately tended to the 24-year-old as he went into cardiac arrest during the Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game at Paycor Stadium. "We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words, and donations from fans around the country." "We also want to acknowledge the dedicated first responders and health care professionals at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center who have provided exceptional care to Damar," the statement continued. In the hours after Hamlin's collapse, fans across the country donated money to his charitable effort.

The postponed Buffalo Bills-Cincinnati Bengals game will not be made up this weekend, but officials said Tuesday it could be resumed at another time following Bills safety Damar Hamlin's terrifying collapse. ET Monday with the NFL saying the game had been "postponed" — leaving doors slightly ajar for Buffalo and Cincinnati to possibly restart play at another time. "The NFL has made no decision regarding the possible resumption of the game at a later date. The Bills game is set for 1 p.m. Conceivably, the NFL could have have Buffalo and Cincinnati play next weekend and start the playoffs a week late.

In just his second year of pro football, Damar Hamlin had just come into his own with the Super Bowl-contending Buffalo Bills before he was rushed to a Cincinnati hospital. Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (31) at Soldier Field in Chicago, on Aug. 21, 2021. He was a sixth-round pick from Pitt last year and he took a starting role for Buffalo after a neck injury to Micah Hyde. Kathy Hochul, a Buffalo native, tweeted: "Praying for Damar Hamlin. Josh Shapiro said in a statement: "Praying for Damar Hamlin and his family."

☆ Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Tesla, Coty, PayPal and more
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-03 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

A Tesla vehicle is displayed in a Manhattan dealership on January 30, 2020 in New York City. Check out the companies making the biggest moves in the premarket:Tesla — Shares fell 5% after reporting a record 40% growth in deliveries. JPMorgan analyst Ryan Brinkman cut his price target on the stock Tuesday, saying he sees more downside ahead. Coty is increasing exposure to China and travel retail, which should allow for recovery tailwinds, analyst Korinne Wolfmeyer said. PayPal — Shares gained nearly 3% premarket following an upgrade to a buy from a hold rating by Truist.

☆ Xi Jinping is 'preparing the Chinese people for war,' Trump-era National Security Adviser says
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-03 | by ( Matthew Loh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

McMaster warned that Xi Jinping is preparing China for war. download the app Email address By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of Service and Privacy PolicyHerbert Raymond McMaster, a former National Security Adviser, said on Monday he believes Chinese President Xi Jinping is "preparing the Chinese people for war." McMaster urged the US to increase its military presence in the Asia Pacific region. In November, Xi urged the Chinese military to be ready for potential war and outlined a vision for the People's Liberation Army to become a world-class force by 2027. The Chinese president also denounced "foreign interference" with Taiwan — a veiled threat against the US that came after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's August visit to Taipei.

The Pennsylvania man charged in the killing of four University of Idaho students was a doctoral student at nearby Washington State University studying in the criminal justice and criminology department. Bryan Christopher Kohberger, 28, was booked into custody on an arrest warrant out of Moscow, Idaho, charging him with first-degree murder, court records show. He was listed as a Ph.D. student in the department of criminal justice and criminology at Washington State University (WSU), which is 10 miles west and just across the state line from the University of Idaho. Kohberger graduated from nearby DeSales University in 2020 with a degree in psychology and earned a master of arts in criminal justice from DeSales in the spring, DeSales University said in a statement Friday. At the time, the person identified himself a "student investigator" at DeSales University and was using a school-issued email address.

The Coast Guard suspended its search for a helicopter that went down near New Orleans, officials said Friday, dimming hopes for rescuing four people who were on board. "Once a case is suspended it basically means that we will stop searching until we find any new information that would actually help us with the search," Coast Guard Petty Officer Jose Hernandez told NBC News on Friday. No bodies were immediately found, but the Coast Guard on Thursday released images of debris — several cylindrical yellow objects bobbing in the water. The Coast Guard sent an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter and a 45-foot Response Boat that searched 180 square miles for eight hours, officials said. “It is always a difficult decision to suspend a search,” Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr.

Gretchen Whitmer was sentenced to 19 1/2 years in prison Wednesday, more than what was meted out to a co-defendant. “I do think of Mr. Croft as the more seriously culpable … more so than even Mr. Fox," Jonker said. “I think he was the person who gave Mr. Fox something to grab on to." Assistant U.S. Attorney Nils Kessler said Croft needs to go away for an extended period of time to protect the public. I say all of this to say that Mr. Croft needed some intervention."

Residents of Mississippi's largest city are "tired of apologies" but have no choice but to endure ongoing water stoppages in the wake of extreme weather, officials said Tuesday. "I have spoken to residents who are tired of apologies," Mayor Antar Lumumba told reporters Tuesday, saying there's no telling when this current stoppage will end. This past weekend's winter freeze led to broken pipes, leaving thousands of residents of Mississippi's biggest city and state capital without safe, running water. “There is no way to prevent what is happening to our water treatment facility. "They continue to work at the water treatment facility, they continue to be a part of the coordinated effort to repair breaks where they have taken place," the mayor said.

A Michigan woman was arrested after she sent months of harassing text messages to two teenagers, including her daughter, officials said Thursday. From Sept. 13, 2021, to Feb. 20, Licari sent hundreds of "mean" text messages to her daughter and a boy she had been dating, Isabella County Sheriff Michael Main wrote in a report. "The messages are specific in nature indicating that they may be from someone who they know," according to the report. Licari said that "she got caught up in sending the messages and it just continued," the report added. The stalking counts carry a maximum penalty of five years behind bars and the computer counts up to 10 years in prison.

A California interior designer was convicted of first-degree murder Wednesday after prosecutors said she killed her butterfly conservationist stepfather when she found nude photos of herself on his computer. Merriman was killed on Dec. 31, 2020, not long after Janks found the compromising photos on Merriman's computer. Janks drugged Merriman and then suffocated him with a plastic bag and choked him to death, prosecutors said. A text message Janks sent to an acquaintance the day of Merriman's death, and shown to jurors, read: "I just dosed the hell out of him." Janks' defense insisted Merriman died from poor health and his own chronic drug abuse.

Pelé's loved ones rushed to his bedside in Brazil on Wednesday, as the cancer-stricken soccer icon's condition appeared to worsen. Kely Nascimento, one of his daughters, said Pelé will stay in the hospital during Christmas with his family. Pelé is the sport's most famous player, having led Brazil to World Cup titles in 1958, 1962 and 1970. France fell in penalties to Argentina in the World Cup final Sunday in Qatar as Les Bleus fell just short of winning back-to-back titles, a feat not accomplished since Pelé's 1962 side. Pelé scored 77 goals for his national team, a high career mark that was recently tied by Neymar at this recently concluded World Cup.

A wrongly convicted Philadelphia man who spent nearly three decades in prison before his release last year was gunned down while attending a funeral, authorities said Wednesday. Christopher Williams spent nearly three decades in prison after being wrongfully convicted of multiple murders. Philadelphia District Attorney's OfficeHe was taken to Temple University Hospital where he was pronounced at 2:27 p.m., police said. Williams had been convicted in two separate cases, a triple murder in 1989 and for the slaying of Michael Haynesworth, who was also killed that year. He worked very hard with his lawyers to make sure his lawyers kept doing that, too."

Prosecutors charged the FedEx driver, arrested earlier this month and accused of killing a 7-year-old girl, with the alleged sexual assault of a minor, jail records in Texas revealed. Tanner Lynn Horner, 31, had been booked into custody and charged with alleged capital murder and aggravated kidnapping, but Wise County jail records now show he's also facing three counts of sexual assault on a child. The new charges appear to challenge Horner's alleged explanation to investigators for his killing of Athena Strand. Horner had told investigators the little girl was not seriously injured when he accidentally backed his truck into her, according to an arrest warrant affidavit. The suspect told investigators that he “panicked” and feared “she was going to tell her father about being hit by the FedEx truck the Defendant was operating,” leading him to strangle her, the affidavit said.

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