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A woman looks at an apartment building burning after a Russian missile attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, Thu...
Hanna Arhirova and Illia Novikov, Associated Press

Russia lands heavy strikes on Kyiv, Ukraine, killing at least 21

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia hammered Kyiv in an 11-hour drone and missile attack overnight into Thursday morning, killing at least 21 civilians in the city and injuring scores more in what Moscow said was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities. Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital, where more than 50,000 people sheltered in […]
28 days ago
Motorbikers drive past a banner showing a portrait of the Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba ...
Cara Anna, Associated Press

Iran says this. The U.S. says that. A look at the trickiest issues in the unresolved conflict

The United States and Iran have less than 60 days to negotiate a permanent end to the war, but they still seem to be at odds over the interim deal they reached this month.
1 month ago
A man walks among the rubble of a building that collapsed in earthquakes the previous day in La Gua...
Adithi Ramakrishnan, AP Science Writer

After an earthquake, how long can trapped victims survive?

For those trapped in rubble after an earthquake, survival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and air.
1 month ago
President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran had requested a meeting with U.S. counterparts, though...
Jon Cambrell and Josh Boak, Associated Press

US and Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

President Trump said Monday Iran requested a meeting with U.S. counterparts, though one of Iran's top negotiators said no further talks had been scheduled after attacks across the Persian Gulf over the weekend.
1 month ago
The surface of the CITIC Tower, also known as Zun Tower, is damaged in Beijing, Friday. Roads aroun...
Simina Mistreanu, Associated Press

Small aircraft crashes into Beijing’s tallest building, according to flight tracking service

A small aircraft crashed into Beijing’s tallest building on Friday, the global flight tracking service provider Flightradar24 confirmed,
1 month ago
Residents swim in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz as a small motorboat passes cargo ships and ot...
Collin Binkley and Jon Gambrell, Associated Press

US strikes Iran to respond to attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefire

The U.S. struck Iran on Friday to respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
1 month ago
Franklin Fuentes searches for missing relatives in the collapsed building where they lived two days...
Juan Pablo Arraez, Regina Garcia Cano and Megan Janetsky, Associated Press

Venezuelans take search for the missing into their own hands as earthquake death toll climbs

Venezuelans took the search for missing loved ones into their own hands Friday in the aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes, citing the scarcity of government rescuers,
1 month ago
Rescue worker carry an injured man after an earthquake in Caracas, Venezuela, Wednesday, June 24, 2...
Juan Pablo Arraez, Megan Janetsky and Regina Garcia Cano, Associated Press

Venezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped.
1 month ago
A woman walks past a billboard featuring Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian along a roadside in Is...
Munir Ahmed, David Rising and Jon Gambrell, Associated Press

US and Iran in dispute over whether Tehran has agreed to nuclear inspections

The U.S. and Iran were in dispute Tuesday over whether Tehran had agreed to allow U.N. inspections of its nuclear sites
1 month ago
Vice President JD Vance speaks to members of the media after the U.S. and Iran held high-level talk...
Aamer Madhani, Jamey Keaten, Seung Min Kim and Josh Boak, Associated Press

Vance says talks with Iranian officials set ‘good foundation’ for a deal to end the war

Vice President JD Vance says his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a good foundation for a final deal to end the Iran war.
1 month ago
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group...
Stephen Hawkins, AP Sports Writer

Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with two more goals for Argentina

The Argentina captain, who many consider the greatest player of all time, scored two more World Cup goals on Monday in his team's 2-0 victory over Austria. That gave him a record total of 18 at the world's biggest tournament.
1 month ago
In this photo realised by Iran Presidentcy Office, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signs a memo...
The Associated Press

There are many questions about the Iran deal. Here are (some) answers

The brief document signed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is vague on some of the major questions left by the three-month regional conflict.
1 month ago
A man stands beside a fishing pole along the shore as cargo ships and commercial vessels are seen i...
Mae Anderson, Associated Press

Maritime data company says stranded ships have begun transiting the Strait of Hormuz

Major shipowners have begun moving vessels through the Strait of Hormuz since the U.S. and Iran signed an agreement Wednesday, according to maritime data company Lloyd’s List Intelligence. In a media briefing, Richard Meade, editor in chief of Lloyd’s List, said for the first time in 110 days, ships owned by major companies are transiting the strait […]
1 month ago
U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to attend a musical interlude before a gala dinner as part of t...
The Associated Press

US-Iran deal takes ‘immediate effect’ after both sides sign, Pakistan premier says, formal ceremony still on for Friday

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he signed an agreement with Iran Wednesday that U.S. officials say calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and waive sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely in a major concession from Washington. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who helped mediate the […]
1 month ago
People protest outside Los Angeles Stadium before the World Cup Group G soccer match between Iran a...
Munir Ahmed and Lee Keath, Associated Press

What to know about the deal to end the Iran war

The United States and Iran have reached a tentative deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal has been brokered mainly by Pakistan.
1 month ago
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer attends a press conference to announce government action to p...
Sylvia Hui and Brian Melley, Associated Press

UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

Britain will ban children under 16 from using social media apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube from early next year.
1 month ago
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson holds the MVP trophy after the Knicks defeated the San Antonio ...
Brian Mahoney, AP Basketball Writer

The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history

The Knicks will be remembered long after the confetti is picked up off the streets of Broadway.
1 month ago
A plane carrying passengers planning to spend a sunny afternoon skydiving crashed Sunday in Missour...
Associated Press

12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing in Missouri, authorities say

Authorities say 12 people were killed when a plane crashed in Missouri. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said in a statement that troopers were on the scene, assisting the Butler Police Department & Bates County Sheriff’s Office.
2 months ago
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DAVID A. LIEB, Associated Press

Some people are making guns with 3D printers. A new law seeks to cancel their print jobs

Legislation in two of the nation's most populous states could force 3D printers to come equipped with technology blocking them from making guns.
2 months ago
Women take a selfie as the wall of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is covered in...
Steven Sloan, Associated Press

Trump’s name is gone from the Kennedy Center’s facade, according to a top official at the arts venue

The letters spelling out President Donald Trump's name on the facade of Kennedy Center are now gone.
2 months ago
Residents swim and play in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz while cargo ships and commercial vess...
Munir Ahmed, Samy Magdy and Aamer Madhani, Associated Press

Trump to discuss Strait of Hormuz demining efforts at G7 as confidence grows for Iran war deal

Momentum for a deal to end the Iran war is growing.
2 months ago
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Associated Press

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing progress in negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war.
2 months ago
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MATTHEW PERRONE, Associated Press

FDA’s e-cigarette authorization: Fruity vapes not significantly better than tobacco ones

A new memo from U.S. health regulators is raising questions about the FDA's recent decision to authorize the first fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adult smokers.
2 months ago
FILE - Canadian and American flags are shown on the Gordie Howe Bridge under construction between W...
Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved ‘issues’

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River was delayed on Thursday due to "outstanding issues."
2 months ago