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Republicans swat down Democratic offer to end shutdown as impasse continues into 38th day
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader John Thune quickly swatted down a Democratic offer to…
House cleaner shot to death on front porch after going to wrong house in Indianapolis suburb
Authorities are considering whether to charge an Indiana homeowner who they say shot and killed…
The Latest: Hundreds of flights canceled nationwide due to government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration ’s unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the…
Progressives warn Democrats against alienating the left and blast Schumer’s Senate leadership
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Democrats savor their Election Day victories, some are capitalizing on the…
Rare footage shows sucker fish as they whale-surf in the ocean’s wildest joyride
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — There are easier ways to cross an ocean, but few…
Alleged Iranian plot to kill Israel’s ambassador to Mexico was thwarted, US and Israel say
WASHINGTON (AP) — Mexican authorities with assistance from the United States and Israeli intelligence agencies…
Crossing guards face life-threatening dangers on the job
WASHINGTON (AP) — Anthony Taylor will never forget the look of horror on the student’s…
Cornell University to pay $60M in deal with Trump administration to restore federal funding
WASHINGTON (AP) — Cornell University has agreed to pay $60 million and accept the Trump…
Nigeria’s army chief promises to step up anti-terror operations
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria’s new army chief promised to increase operations against “terrorists” in…
Colombian artists transform Pablo Escobar’s hippos and excesses into art
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombian photographer Édgar Jiménez walks around a room exhibiting “Adam and…
Judge optimistic about improvements at Chicago-area ICE facility with alleged ‘inhumane’ conditions
CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge expressed optimism Friday at the government’s progress in making…
Trump pardons ex-NYPD officer who was convicted of helping China stalk an expat
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump granted a pardon Friday to a former New…
Israel says another set of remains of a hostage has been turned over in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — The Red Cross transferred the remains of a hostage to Israeli troops…
Trump says US to boycott G20 in South Africa, repeating allegations about treatment of white farmers
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday that no U.S. government officials would be…
Prince Harry apologizes to Canada over ‘Hat Gate.’ Duke sorry for wearing Dodgers cap
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry went to Toronto for events marking the end of World…
Florida sets execution date for man who fatally stabbed woman during home invasion robbery
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A man convicted of fatally stabbing a woman during home invasion…
Mexico and France announce plan to boost economic and cultural ties after leaders meet
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico and France announced plans Friday to boost their economic partnership…
James Watson helped crack DNA’s code, sparking medical advances and ethical debates
On a foggy Saturday morning in 1953, a tall, skinny 24-year-old man fiddled with shapes…
Marshawn Kneeland’s death highlights the importance of mental health resources for NFL players
It’s OK to not be OK. Every conversation about mental health includes that important statement…
Biofuel pledge at climate summit highlights India’s ethanol blending debate
BENGALURU, India (AP) — India’s push to blend ethanol with gasoline shows the benefits and…
NCAA revokes eligibility of 6 more college basketball players as it continues sports betting probe
The NCAA revoked the eligibility of six men’s college basketball players on Friday as a…
Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut
NEW YORK (AP) — Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026…
Florida is suing Planned Parenthood over the safety of abortion drugs. Here’s what to know
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against Planned Parenthood, claiming…
Takeaways from the 2025 general election, in charts
WASHINGTON (AP) — After voters swung toward Republican Donald Trump during last fall’s presidential election,…