GPB morning headlines for October 15, 2024
U.S. woman wins conkers world title, as men’s champ faces metal nut cheating charges
An autumn tournament for conkers, a traditional English game, has drawn people to a country pub for years. But now a scandal — or conkerversy — is brewing after an accusation of cheating.
Wise words from Sister Rosita, age 79: A math lover wins U.N. prize for refugee relief
Rosita Milesi was honored with the U.N. Refugee Agency's Nansen Award for 40 years of activism. The U.N. calls her a “formidable refugee champion.” And she has life lessons to share.
Proposal to allow Ariz. police to enforce immigration law to appear on state’s ballot
In Arizona voters will decide whether local law enforcement should have the power to arrest people who cross the state's southern border illegally.
Lufthansa agrees to a record $4 million fine for its treatment of Jewish passengers
The German airline barred 128 Jewish passengers from their May 2022 connecting flight based on the alleged misconduct of a few. The U.S. government considers that discrimination; Lufthansa disagrees.
How to watch this week’s debates between Elizabeth Warren and John Deaton
Sen. Elizabeth Warren will debate her Republican challenger John Deaton twice this week. Here's where you can watch the televised events.
Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround
Walgreens says about a quarter of its stores are unprofitable. Big pharmacy chains are struggling with growing retail competition and lower prescription payouts.
