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South Korea fires warning shots to repel North Korean vessel breaching sea boundary
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s military said it fired warning shots early Friday…
Hezbollah defies Lebanon PM’s ban to honor fallen leaders with coastal light show
BEIRUT (AP) — Thousands of Hezbollah supporters gathered at a scenic overlook on Beirut’s coast…
Iran has likely carried out an undeclared missile test, satellite photos analyzed by the AP show
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran has likely carried out an undeclared missile test…
The Latest: Former FBI Director Comey indicted on charges of making a false statement, obstruction
Former FBI Director James Comey has been charged with making a false statement and obstruction…
A look at the Trump-Comey relationship and the indictment against the former FBI director
WASHINGTON (AP) — The indictment of former FBI Director James Comey represents the first criminal…
The Kahlo family opens the doors of their house, inviting visitors to Frida’s beloved basement
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The long-held secrets of the Kahlo family, including those of legendary…
James Comey’s son-in-law quits Justice Department after former FBI director’s indictment
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — James Comey’s son-in-law resigned as a federal prosecutor Thursday minutes after…
Former Hurricane Gabrielle threatens the Azores with heavy rain and storm surge
MIAMI (AP) — The former Hurricane Gabrielle was expected to bring hurricane conditions including heavy…
Texas man executed for the ‘exorcism’ killing of his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A Texas man was executed Thursday for killing his girlfriend’s 13-month-old…
Alabama executes man with nitrogen gas for 1997 shooting death of store clerk
ATMORE Ala. (AP) — An Alabama man convicted of killing a woman during a 1997…
Portions of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim are opening soon after a devastating wildfire
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) — Portions of the Grand Canyon’s North Rim will…
One of Haiti’s leaders says his country is at war with gangs and asks the world for help
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — One of Haiti’s leaders on Thursday asked the world to help…
Chicago approves $90M payout over disgraced ex-sergeant who framed hundreds for drug crimes
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago City Council on Thursday unanimously approved a $90 million settlement…
Human remains in Washington state identified as Travis Decker, wanted for killing his daughters
WENATCHEE, Wash. (AP) — Forensic tests confirmed that human remains found on a remote mountain…
Trump orders crackdown on ‘domestic terrorists’ in escalation of a campaign against political rivals
President Donald Trump on Thursday directed his administration to crack down on backers of what…
Ex-South Carolina sheriff pleads guilty to stealing from police fund
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former sheriff in South Carolina agreed to plead guilty Thursday…
US Justice Department sues 6 more states, including NY and California, in its quest for voter data
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department sued six more states on Thursday, saying…
For the first time, a law school has a space just for Hindus
(RNS) — Law school’s notorious stress takes a toll on even the most determined students.…
The uphill battle ahead: Four different leaders, four different takes on global warming
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Four men. Four corners of the globe. Four vastly different visions…
Moschino keeps irony alive on the Milan runway, nearly single-handedly
MILAN (AP) — Moschino nearly single-handedly kept irony alive and kicking on the Milan runway.…
Chicago area center in Trump’s immigration crackdown sparks complaints of inhumane conditions
CHICAGO (AP) — A boarded-up building in a small Chicago suburb has become the front…
Officials say 911 emergency lines are back up in Mississippi and Louisiana
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — 911 systems across Mississippi and Louisiana are back online after going…
Protesters in Mexico ram gates of military base to protest 43 students who disappeared
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Protesters who want justice in the case of 43 students who…
Parents of missing Camp Mystic flood victim call plan to reopen next year ‘unthinkable’
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The parents of the only girl still missing from the catastrophic…