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Israeli airstrike kills Houthi rebel prime minister in Yemen’s capital
CAIRO (AP) — An Israeli airstrike killed the prime minister of the Houthi rebel-controlled government…
3 Scottish brothers set a world record for fastest Pacific row
Three Scottish brothers set a world record Saturday for completing the fastest unsupported row across…
Minneapolis shooting reignites debate over gun control and prayer
Thoughts and prayers. The invocation appears like a litany after every mass shooting — and…
A look at the hostages taken to Gaza, by the numbers
Israel on Saturday said it had identified the body of a hostage, Idan Shtivi, whose…
Russian drone and missile attack on southern Ukraine kills 1 and wounds dozens
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched a large aerial attack on southern Ukraine, officials said…
Swastikas still linger on some flags in Finland’s air force, but are on the way out
GENEVA (AP) — Finland’s Air Force, now part of NATO, still flies swastikas on a…
Trump is cutting 500-plus jobs at Voice of America and its parent agency despite legal challenges
WASHINGTON (AP) — The agency that oversees Voice of America and other government-funded international broadcasters…
Boy wounded in Minnesota church shooting asks doctor: ‘Can you say a prayer with me?’
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Moments after rifle blasts reverberated inside a Minneapolis church, Catholic school children…
At least 3 dead after mob sets fire to Indonesian regional parliament building
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — An angry mob set fire to a local parliament building in…
A walk through a Smithsonian museum reveals American genius and cruelty as Trump presses for change
WASHINGTON (AP) — In an afternoon’s walk through ground zero of Americana — the Smithsonian’s…
Trump taps federal agents to tackle local policing. That’s not always helpful, critics say
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s a scene that has played out on the streets of Washington…
A conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court justice won’t run again, creating an open seat
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A conservative justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court said Friday that…
Palestinian president’s office urges US to reinstate his visa ahead of key UN meetings
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — The Palestinian president’s office on Saturday urged the U.S. government…
A quick look back at this week’s biggest stories
Here’s a look back at the top stories of the week, if you’re looking for…
Suspended Little Leaguer’s bat sells for nearly $10,000 at auction
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The bat tossed in the air by a New Jersey Little Leaguer…
Taking a dip Labor Day weekend? Swimmers face fecal contamination at beaches along US coastline
OGUNQUIT, Maine (AP) — Thousands of Americans will head to beaches for one last summer…
Federal judge issues order blocking Trump effort to expand speedy deportations of migrants
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from carrying out…
Lady Gaga will perform during the MTV Video Music Awards. Here’s everything to know about the show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lady Gaga is extending her dominance of this year’s MTV Video…
Big money and names power the campaign to influence California voters over a new congressional map
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — It’s either a plan to save democracy from President Donald Trump’s…
What to know about Abrego Garcia’s asylum claim. Experts say it’s a smart but risky legal move
Kilmar Abrego Garcia ’s request for asylum in the United States is a prudent legal…
Israelis and Palestinians protest for peace as journalist Mariam Dagga’s family mourns her death
NAZARETH, Israel (AP) — In the streets of Nazareth, Israeli and Palestinian activists wore stickers…
Why you can’t drive your car to Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix
ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (AP) — It’s the Formula 1 race where cars are banned, at least…
UK refuses to invite Israeli government officials to London arms fair over the war in Gaza
LONDON (AP) — The U.K. has barred Israeli government officials from attending the country’s biggest…
Photos of Vietnam preparing to celebrate 80th National Day
Hanoi, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam is getting ready to celebrate its 80th National Day on…