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US Government Withdraws Suit Against Southwest Airlines Over Delayed Flights
2025-05-18

US Government Withdraws Suit Against Southwest Airlines Over Delayed Flights

The agency dropped its lawsuit against Southwest, which claimed the airline had chronically delayed flights.

Tall ship flying Mexican flag strikes Brooklyn Bridge, injuring several people
2025-05-18

Tall ship flying Mexican flag strikes Brooklyn Bridge, injuring several people

A tall ship flying the Mexican flag struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City Saturday night, seriously injuring at least three people, police sources with knowledge of the incident said.

Mexican navy training vessel hits New York's Brooklyn Bridge
2025-05-18

Mexican navy training vessel hits New York's Brooklyn Bridge

NEW YORK (AP) — A Mexican navy sailing ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday during a promotional tour in New York City, the top of its mast brushing the iconic span as it sailed through the East River. The New York Fire Department press desk confirmed that authorities were responding to injuries but had [...]

Brooklyn Bridge crash: Mexican Navy ship runs into NY structure as 3 in critical condition
2025-05-18

Brooklyn Bridge crash: Mexican Navy ship runs into NY structure as 3 in critical condition

After the collision, the ship's masts collapsed, falling back onto the deck, leaving several crew members seriously injured

Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span
2025-05-17

Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span

Feel like you can’t focus? Like you’ll never finish a book again? Like the only way to keep your mind and hands busy is to scroll on social media for hours? You’re far from alone. One body of decades-long research found the average person’s attention span for a single screen is 47 seconds, down from 2.5 minutes in 2004. [...]The post Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

Trump Tells Walmart to 'Eat the Tariffs' Instead of Raising Prices
2025-05-17

Trump Tells Walmart to 'Eat the Tariffs' Instead of Raising Prices

By Jasper WardWASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Walmart should "eat the tariffs" instead of blaming duties...

2025-05-17

AP News Summary at 10:43 a.m. EDT

Severe weather, including possible tornado, leaves at least 14 dead in Kentucky; 7 dead in Missouri

Israel launches a new military operation in Gaza a day after Trump leaves the Middle East
2025-05-17

Israel launches a new military operation in Gaza a day after Trump leaves the Middle East

Israel says it has launched a major operation in the Gaza Strip to pressure Hamas to release remaining hostages. Saturday's announcement came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his trip to the Middle East without a visit to...

Analysis-Istanbul Peace Talks Laid Bare Chasm Between Ukraine and Russia
2025-05-17

Analysis-Istanbul Peace Talks Laid Bare Chasm Between Ukraine and Russia

By Tom BalmforthISTANBUL (Reuters) -The first high-level talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early months of Moscow's 2022 invasion showed...

Severe weather, including possible tornado, leaves at least 14 dead in Kentucky; 7 dead in Missouri
2025-05-17

Severe weather, including possible tornado, leaves at least 14 dead in Kentucky; 7 dead in Missouri

Gov. Andy Beshear says 14 people have been killed by severe weather in Kentucky — including what appeared to be a devastating tornado — and that the number is likely to rise. Earlier, authorities in southeastern Kentucky's Laurel County said...

2025-05-17

Ashley Young to leave Everton as a free agent

Everton defender Ashley Young will leave the club as a free agent in the offseason when his contract expires. The 39-year-old Young, a former Manchester United and England player, has played 34 times this season despite his age. With United,...

Severe storms sweep through Kentucky, killing at least 14 people, after tornado batters Missouri
2025-05-17

Severe storms sweep through Kentucky, killing at least 14 people, after tornado batters Missouri

At least 14 people were killed overnight in Kentucky in the wake of severe storms, and the death toll is expected to rise, Gov. Andy Beshear said on Saturday, after the dangerous weather system ripped across the state and neighbouring Missouri, spawning tornadoes.

Juan Soto greeted with standing jeer in Yankee Stadium return, then touches heart with helmet
2025-05-17

Juan Soto greeted with standing jeer in Yankee Stadium return, then touches heart with helmet

NEW YORK — Greeted by a rare standing jeer in his return to Yankee Stadium, Juan Soto stepped out of the batter’s box, took off his helmet, tipped it to the crowd and touched it against his heart.

AP PHOTOS: Severe weather batters St. Louis
2025-05-17

AP PHOTOS: Severe weather batters St. Louis

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Storms Friday afternoon tore roofs off buildings, ripped bricks off of siding and downed trees and power lines.

2025-05-17

Knicks beat Celtics 119-81 in Game 6 and advance to face Pacers in Eastern Conference finals

The New York Knicks reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years and ended the one-year NBA title reign of the Boston Celtics with astonishing ease, rolling to a 119-81 victory in Game 6. Jalen Brunson...

James Comey interviewed by Secret Service over ‘8647’ post
2025-05-17

James Comey interviewed by Secret Service over ‘8647’ post

Secret Service agents reportedly questioned former FBI Director James Comey at a Washington field office on Friday about a social media post he made that sparked concerns that it called for violence against President Donald Trump. Comey posted a picture...

2025-05-17

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. returns to mound after online threats that followed his previous start

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. allowed only two unearned runs over four innings against the Texas Rangers. The start Friday came five nights after the right-hander failed to get out of the first inning and then said he received...

2 dead and at least 3 injured in Las Vegas gym shooting, police say
2025-05-17

2 dead and at least 3 injured in Las Vegas gym shooting, police say

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A shooting inside a Las Vegas gym Friday afternoon left two people dead, including the suspect, and injured at least three others, police said.

2025-05-17

Auston Matthews breaks through, Maple Leafs beat Panthers 2-0 to force Game 7

Auston Matthews got his first goal of the series to break a scoreless tie in the third period, Joseph Woll stopped 21 shots, and the Toronto Maple Leafs kept their season alive by beating the Florida Panthers 2-0 in Game...

2025-05-17

New York Knicks beat Boston Celtics in Game 6 119-81 and advance to the Eastern Conference finals against Indiana

New York Knicks beat Boston Celtics in Game 6 119-81 and advance to the Eastern Conference finals against Indiana.

10 escape from New Orleans jail through hole in cell wall while lone guard left to get food
2025-05-17

10 escape from New Orleans jail through hole in cell wall while lone guard left to get food

Authorities say 10 men broke out of a New Orleans jail by fleeing through a hole behind a toilet. Eight of them are still on the lam. One was caught soon after the Friday morning escape. Another was caught later....

2025-05-17

Eric Wagaman, Connor Norby spark Marlins to 9-4 victory over Rays

Eric Wagaman had three hits and two RBIs, Connor Norby added a three-run double, and the Miami Marlins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-4. Norby’s two-bagger gave the Marlins a 5-1 lead in the fourth inning. Wagaman had a sacrifice...

Chad’s ex-prime minister arrested for ‘inciting hatred’
2025-05-16

Chad’s ex-prime minister arrested for ‘inciting hatred’

Chad’s former prime minister and opposition leader Succes Masra was arrested early Friday accused of inciting hatred in connection with deadly clashes in the southwest, the public prosecutor said. Masra, who served as premier from January to May last year, faced off against President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno in presidential elections a year ago. One [...]The post Chad’s ex-prime minister arrested for ‘inciting hatred’ appeared first on Digital Journal.

2025-05-16

Colorado hits goal for answering 988 crisis line for first time since 2021

DENVER — Colorado’s crisis hotline is coming close to or meeting its goal for answering calls in-state after lagging since 2021.

2025-05-16

Fire destroys a sprawling mansion on a former Louisiana sugar plantation

WHITE CASTLE, La. (AP) — Flames ripped through a massive mansion in Louisiana, destroying much of the historic structure that was used as a plantation house when it was completed in 1859, authorities said.

2025-05-16

ICC war crimes prosecutor takes leave amid sexual misconduct inquiry

Karim Khan, the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, is pursuing cases against the Vladimir Putin of Russia and Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu.

2025-05-16

Mitchell Starc among foreign players who won't return when IPL resumes, Jos Buttler to miss playoffs

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc is among the foreign players who will not return when the Indian Premier League resumes this weekend, while England batter Jos Buttler will miss the playoffs because of the rescheduling. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on...

What’s wrong with Trump accepting a 747 from Qatar? Everything.
2025-05-16

What’s wrong with Trump accepting a 747 from Qatar? Everything.

The Qatari gift amounts to a flying palace rather than a flying White House meant for vital work, argues former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.

Army researchers develop injectable cyanide antidote
2025-05-16

Army researchers develop injectable cyanide antidote

Cyanide is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, but it is highly toxic and a potential chemical warfare agent.

2025-05-16

Yellowstone grizzly killed after flipping 800-pound dumpsters in hunt for food

A grizzly bear was killed after it found a way to flip over dumpsters twice its size and outsmarted other bear-proof dumpsters in its hunt for food in Yellowstone National Park, officials said.

2025-05-16

Family of Black man fatally shot by Washington sheriff's deputy settles lawsuit for $3.5 million

VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — Family members of a Black motorist fatally shot by a deputy in southwestern Washington state during a traffic stop have settled their wrongful death lawsuit for $3.5 million.

2025-05-16

Family of Black man fatally shot by Washington sheriff’s deputy settles lawsuit for $3.5 million

VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — Family members of a Black motorist fatally shot by a deputy in southwestern Washington state during a traffic stop have settled their wrongful death lawsuit for $3.5 million. The Clark County Council agreed Wednesday to make the payment in the 2021 death of 30-year-old Jenoah Donald, The Columbian reported. Donald lived [...]

Japan's economy shrinks as Trump's trade war hits exports and shakes confidence
2025-05-16

Japan's economy shrinks as Trump's trade war hits exports and shakes confidence

The government has reported that Japan's economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.7% in the first quarter, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war hurt exports and dented consumer confidence

Decorated Australian veteran loses his defamation appeal over killings in Afghanistan
2025-05-16

Decorated Australian veteran loses his defamation appeal over killings in Afghanistan

Australia’s most decorated living war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his appeal of a civil court ruling that blamed him for unlawfully killing four Afghans while he served in Afghanistan

Asian markets stagger into weekend as trade rally runs out of legs
2025-05-16

Asian markets stagger into weekend as trade rally runs out of legs

Markets limped into the weekend as investors consolidated gains fed by the China-US trade war hiatus, having enjoyed one of their best weeks since Donald Trump unloaded his "Liberation Day" tariff bazooka last month.

2025-05-16

Yosemite National Park won’t be opening its coveted High Sierra Camps this year. Here’s why

The highly coveted High Sierra Camps in Yosemite National Park that have been closed since 2018 will remain closed this summer because potable water and toilets won’t be available, according to park officials.

PHOTO COLLECTION: Paraguay Soccer FIFA Congress
2025-05-16

PHOTO COLLECTION: Paraguay Soccer FIFA Congress

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.

US singer Chris Brown charged with assault in Britain
2025-05-16

US singer Chris Brown charged with assault in Britain

American R&B singer Chris Brown, the former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, is due to appear in a UK court on Friday after being arrested and charged over an alleged assault at a London nightclub in 2023, police said.

Mexican beauty influencer shot and killed during TikTok livestream
2025-05-16

Mexican beauty influencer shot and killed during TikTok livestream

Mexican beauty influencer Valeria Marquez was shot and killed on camera during a TikTok livestream. The 23-year-old was shot by a male intruder inside a beauty salon, according to Jalisco’s Attorney General’s office.

Uber driver pulls gun on passengers in Florida
2025-05-16

Uber driver pulls gun on passengers in Florida

Video shows the moments an Uber driver pulled a gun on two passengers after asking them to leave her car just outside of Miami, Florida. One of the passengers was local rapper Krissy Celess. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist has the latest on the incident.

Video shows Florida police stopping smuggling operations
2025-05-16

Video shows Florida police stopping smuggling operations

Video released exclusively to NBC News shows two incidents of human smuggling operations in Coral Gables, Florida. Police stopped the operations both times and detained migrants. NBC News' Jesse Kirsch has more on why smuggling is happening in this Florida city.

Bryan Kohberger attorneys push alternate perpetrators theory in Idaho deaths
2025-05-16

Bryan Kohberger attorneys push alternate perpetrators theory in Idaho deaths

The attorneys for Bryan Kohberger introduced a theory suggesting that an alternate perpetrator murdered the four University of Idaho students in 2022. This comes as the trial is officially set to start in August. NBC News' Camila Bernal has the updates on the case.

1 in 4 give America’s physical and mental health an ‘F’
2025-05-15

1 in 4 give America’s physical and mental health an ‘F’

A quarter of U.S. adults give the nation’s physical health a failing grade, according to a new survey. A survey of 2,000 health and wellness consumers explored perspectives on the country’s overall health, finding that a similar percentage graded mental...

Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to helping a man evade federal immigration agents
2025-05-15

Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to helping a man evade federal immigration agents

A Wisconsin judge accused of helping a man evade federal immigration agents has pleaded not guilty to federal charges. Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan entered the plea during an arraignment Thursday in federal court. She and her lawyers left...

Company wants to control power of lava to build cities
2025-05-15

Company wants to control power of lava to build cities

The concept is the brainchild of Arnhildur Pálmadóttir and her Iceland-based design firm s.ap architects.

2025-05-15

Older people in crosshairs as government restarts Social Security garnishment on student loans

As the Trump administration resumes collections on defaulted student loans, hundreds of thousands of older Americans with decades-old debts are now at risk of having their Social Security checks garnished. People with student loans had their payments and interest paused...

AI microscope can spot deadly blood clots before they strike
2025-05-15

AI microscope can spot deadly blood clots before they strike

Japanese scientists have found a way to observe clotting activity in blood as it happens, without needing invasive procedures.

In India, Indigenous women and their 'dream maps' seek to protect lands from climate change
2025-05-15

In India, Indigenous women and their 'dream maps' seek to protect lands from climate change

Indigenous women in India have watched their villages’ common areas under threat from climate change. Now they are leading their communities’ most significant effort yet to speak up for their needs. Armed with “dream maps” of how their lands should...

Beauty influencer shot dead during her TikTok livestream at a beauty salon in Mexico
2025-05-15

Beauty influencer shot dead during her TikTok livestream at a beauty salon in Mexico

The 23-year-old model and beauty influencer was inside a beauty salon in the municipality of Zapopan, the fringes of Guadalajara, when it happened.

Schedule released for NBA's Eastern Conference Finals, even if Pacers' opponent remains undecided
2025-05-15

Schedule released for NBA's Eastern Conference Finals, even if Pacers' opponent remains undecided

The Indiana Pacers will open the Eastern Conference Semifinals on the road in New York or Boston on Wednesday, May 21.

Under pressure from hard-right, Starmer takes cautious approach to EU 'reset'
2025-05-15

Under pressure from hard-right, Starmer takes cautious approach to EU 'reset'

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is treading a fine line on UK-EU relations as hard-right populists make gains at a time when Brexit and immigration remain toxic issues in Britain.

Why children who play sports have better mental health
2025-05-14

Why children who play sports have better mental health

Daily amount of physical activity at the age of 11 was associated with a 12% lower risk of being diagnosed with any mental disorder before the age of 18.

2025-05-14

AP News Summary at 10:46 a.m. EDT

Trump tells Gulf leaders Iran must cease support of proxy groups as part of any nuclear deal

2025-05-14

Indian Travel Firms Report Drop in Turkey Bookings Over Pakistan Support

By Hritam MukherjeeBENGALURU (Reuters) - Indians are cancelling holidays in popular resorts in Turkey and Azerbaijan after the countries supported...

2025-05-14

Buttigieg presses an anti-Trump message in Iowa and demands Democrats make their agenda clear

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — Pete Buttigieg returned to Iowa with some subtle and not-so-subtle messages about what has changed since he ran in the state's 2020 Democratic presidential caucuses.

189 illegal immigrants arrested in DC after federal operation in restaurants and neighborhoods
2025-05-14

189 illegal immigrants arrested in DC after federal operation in restaurants and neighborhoods

The Justice Department announced 189 illegal immigrants were arrested in Washington, D.C., last week after an operation that occurred roughly around the same time federal immigration officers visited several restaurants in the area. The DOJ billed the crackdown as part...

Spanish Titles at This Year’s Marché du Film
2025-05-14

Spanish Titles at This Year’s Marché du Film

In addition to Spain’s strong presence in Cannes’ competition sections this year, the country has numerous high-profile titles looking to woo buyers at the Marché du Film. Below, we look at some of the most intriguing titles set for this year’s market. “Away,” Gerard Oms Produced by Zabriskie Films (Spain) and Revolver Amsterdam (Netherlands), “Away” [...]

Pete Rose reinstated by MLB, eligible for Baseball Hall of Fame after ban
2025-05-14

Pete Rose reinstated by MLB, eligible for Baseball Hall of Fame after ban

Pete Rose has officially been taken off MLB’s permanently ineligible list. Baseball’s all-time hits leader was banned in 1989 after an investigation revealed that the longtime star had placed bets while playing for and managing the Cincinnati Reds. The decision makes Rose, who died at 83, eligible to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

WATCH LIVE: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy testifies on the budget
2025-05-14

WATCH LIVE: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy testifies on the budget

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is testifying before a House panel on the 2026 budget at 10 a.m. He will address key issues on the state of transportation in the United States and funding priorities in transportation policy. His testimony comes...

Spain’s Sales Agents See Brighter Future
2025-05-14

Spain’s Sales Agents See Brighter Future

After a puzzlingly muted presence at this year’s Berlinale, Spanish cinema is roaring back with two high-profile selections – Carla Simón’s “Romería” and Oliver Laxe’s “Sirat” – in the main competition at Cannes. While it’s too soon to call Berlin’s thin Spanish lineup an anomaly, Spain’s strong showing at Cannes suggests a renewed momentum that Spanish sales agents are eager to capitalize [...]

US overdose deaths fell 27% last year, the largest one-year decline ever seen
2025-05-14

US overdose deaths fell 27% last year, the largest one-year decline ever seen

There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — the largest one-year decline ever recorded.

Tom Cruise unleashes 'Mission: Impossible' at Cannes
2025-05-14

Tom Cruise unleashes 'Mission: Impossible' at Cannes

Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" powers into the Cannes film festival for its premiere Wednesday on a steamroller of hype, with fans asking if this will be the final curtain for secret agent Ethan Hunt.

Trump’s Mideast visit opens floodgate of AI deals led by Nvidia
2025-05-14

Trump’s Mideast visit opens floodgate of AI deals led by Nvidia

The Trump administration is clearing a path for two key Persian Gulf allies to pursue their artificial intelligence ambitions — and some of the biggest US tech companies are seizing on that opening with plans to spend billions of dollars in the region.

2025-05-14

Macron, Netanyahu trade barbs over Israel’s Gaza aid block

French President Emmanuel Macron accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of “shameful” behavior in blocking aid to Gaza, and called on the European Union to toughen its stance against the country.

2025-05-14

Haiti gang leader back on trial in U.S., this time for missionaries’ 2021 kidnapping

The one-time ‘king’ of one of Haiti’s most violent criminal gang, already looking at spending 35 years in a U.S. prison for his role in a gunrunning conspiracy that funneled high-powered weapons to gang members using kidnapping proceeds, will soon...

2025-05-14

Jung's 2 homers back Leiter's solid start as Rangers beat struggling Rockies 4-1

Josh Jung hit a first-inning three-run home run and an eighth-inning solo shot while Jack Leiter allowed only one run on two singles over six innings as the Texas Rangers beat the struggling Colorado Rockies 4-1 Tuesday. Leiter didn’t allow...

2025-05-14

FORMER LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: KAHN SWICK & FOTI, LLC Continues Lead Plaintiff Search ...

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors with losses in excess of $100,000 that they have...

2025-05-14

AP News Summary at 10:42 p.m. EDT

Trump lays out Mideast vision as he looks to revamp US approach in Iran, Syria and beyond

2025-05-14

Junior Caminero's 9th-inning grand slam powers Rays to 11-9 win over Blue Jays

Junior Caminero hit a tiebreaking grand slam during a five-run ninth inning, Danny Jansen homered against his former team, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 11-9. Daulton Varsho homered twice for the Blue Jays, and his...

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan is indicted on accusations she helped a man evade immigration agents
2025-05-14

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan is indicted on accusations she helped a man evade immigration agents

A federal grand jury has indicted a Wisconsin judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities. Federal prosecutors charged Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan in April with concealing an individual to prevent arrest and obstruction. A grand jury...

2025-05-14

Boston City Hall $147K attorney placed on paid leave after announcing bid to challenge Mayor Wu

The Wu administration has placed a $147,668-a-year city attorney on paid administrative leave days after he announced he was challenging Michelle Wu for Boston mayor.

Judgment day in EU chief's Covid vaccine texts case
2025-05-14

Judgment day in EU chief's Covid vaccine texts case

A top court is to rule Wednesday on whether the EU failed the transparency test by declining to release text messages sent by Ursula von der Leyen to the head of Pfizer as the bloc tried to secure Covid vaccines.

BBC cameraman haunted by Gaza's malnourished children captures Israeli strike on hospital
2025-05-14

BBC cameraman haunted by Gaza's malnourished children captures Israeli strike on hospital

Israel says it targeted top Hamas militants hiding among civilians at the Khan Younis hospital.

India disputes Trump's claim that trade incentives led to the India-Pakistan ceasefire
2025-05-14

India disputes Trump's claim that trade incentives led to the India-Pakistan ceasefire

The Indian government on Tuesday disputed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that the U.S.-mediated ceasefire between India and Pakistan came about in part because he had offered possible trade concessions

2025-05-14

Javier Baez hits a pair of 3-run HRs, including one in 11th, to lift Tigers to 10-9 win over Red Sox

Javier Baez hit his second go-ahead, three-run home run in the 11th inning for his first multi-homer game in Detroit, lifting the Tigers to a 10-9 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night. The AL-leading Tigers were ahead...

2025-05-13

ARKOS HEALTH NAMES ERIC TANNER AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO LEAD COMPANY’S NEXT CHAPTER

Plano, Texas, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arkos Health announced the appointment of Eric Tanner as Chief Executive Officer, signaling a new chapter in the company’s growth and mission to transform value-based care. Tanner succeeds Jerry Williamson, who will...

2025-05-13

Cloud Mining: Start Your Digital Asset Investment Journey - Cloud Computing Platform Reshapes ...

Greater Manchester, England, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Latest In an era when sustainable energy has become the global norm, industries that once played a vital role in the energy industry are experiencing a rebirth. In order to reduce...

US imposes sanctions on network sending Iranian oil to China
2025-05-13

US imposes sanctions on network sending Iranian oil to China

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. on Tuesday imposed sanctions on a shipping network it says has sent millions of barrels of Iranian oil to China, the State Department said, days after Iran and U.S. negotiators concluded a fourth round of...

US imposes sanctions on companies it says sent Iranian oil to China
2025-05-13

US imposes sanctions on companies it says sent Iranian oil to China

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday imposed sanctions on more than 20 companies in a network that it said has long sent Iranian oil to China, days after negotiators from Iran and the United States concluded a fourth...

2025-05-13

AP Business SummaryBrief at 10:43 a.m. EDT

Inflation cooled again even as some tariffs took effect. But economists don't expect that to last

US egg prices fall for the first time in months but remain near record highs
2025-05-13

US egg prices fall for the first time in months but remain near record highs

Government data shows U.S. retail egg prices have declined for the first time since October. The average price for a dozen Grade A eggs fell to $5.12 in April after reaching a record $6.23 in March, according to the Consumer...

British man who spent 38 years in prison 'not angry' as murder conviction overturned
2025-05-13

British man who spent 38 years in prison 'not angry' as murder conviction overturned

LONDON (AP) — A man who spent nearly four decades in a British prison in the killing of a barmaid said he was not angry or bitter Tuesday as his murder conviction was overturned because of newly available DNA evidence.

Kim Kardashian testifies about being bound and gagged during traumatic Paris robbery
2025-05-13

Kim Kardashian testifies about being bound and gagged during traumatic Paris robbery

Kim Kardashian says she feared she would be raped and killed during a 2016 armed robbery in Paris. She testified Tuesday for the first time in the trial. Her appearance at the French court marked the first time Kardashian has...

Schumer to put hold on Trump DOJ nominees over Qatari plane gift: Report
2025-05-13

Schumer to put hold on Trump DOJ nominees over Qatari plane gift: Report

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) will place a hold on President Donald Trump’s remaining Justice Department nominations over the president’s acceptance of a $400 million jet from Qatar. Senate Democrats have argued that Trump’s acceptance of the luxury jet...

Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of his Augustinian order
2025-05-13

Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of his Augustinian order

Pope Leo XIV has met with members of his Augustinian religious order during a visit to the congregation’s headquarters outside St. Peter’s Square. Leo was seen exiting a black vehicle on Tuesday in the driveway of the Agostinianum. The pontifical...

2025-05-13

Trump’s diplomatic frenzy spins big gambles as signs of success

It was the kind of week that would make even a seasoned diplomat’s head spin: China trade talks, India-Pakistan truce, a ceasefire with the Houthis and Iran nuclear negotiations. Not to mention a Gaza hostage release, new trade framework with...

Russia responsible for downing of MH17, UN body rules
2025-05-13

Russia responsible for downing of MH17, UN body rules

All 298 people on board the Malaysia Airlines flight died after it was shot down by a Russian-made missile.

2025-05-13

Arias has 3-run double, Ramírez steals 3 bases as Guardians blank Brewers

CLEVELAND (AP) — Gabriel Arias had a three-run double in the fourth inning, José Ramírez stole three bases and five Cleveland pitchers combined on a shutout as the Guardians beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-0 on Monday night.

2025-05-13

Kyohei Yamasawa sets a benchmark as the top regular season scorer in Japan Rugby League One

Flyhalf Kyohei Yamasawa has become the first homegrown player to top the regular season scoring list in Japan Rugby League One in his first full season for the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights. The 26-year-old Yamasawa emerged from the shadow of...

2025-05-13

Russian drones attack Ukraine after the Kremlin turns down a ceasefire proposal but promises talks

Ukraine's air force says Russia launched more than 100 Shahed and decoy drones at Ukraine in nighttime attacks. The Kremlin has effectively rejected an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in the more than three-year war. But Moscow reiterated that it would take...

2025-05-13

José Ramírez moves up on Guardians stolen bases list with his 3rd career 3 steal game

José Ramírez has shown he can turn a game around with one swing of the bat. On Monday night, the Guardians All-Star third baseman did it with his glove and legs. Ramírez made a nice play to get Milwaukee’s Andruw...

UK police investigate a fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer's private house
2025-05-13

UK police investigate a fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer's private house

LONDON (AP) — British police on Monday were investigating an overnight fire at the London house where Prime Minister Keir Starmer lived before he was elected to lead the country.

2025-05-13

Alonso pushes Mets past Pirates 4-3 after solid outing by Skenes

Pete Alonso hit a game-winning sacrifice fly in the ninth inning and the New York Mets took advantage of a costly error by shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3. Pirates ace Paul Skenes pitched out of trouble...

2025-05-13

Swanson and Suzuki homer as the Cubs beat the Marlins 5-2

Dansby Swanson and Seiya Suzuki homered in the fifth inning to help the Chicago Cubs beat the Miami Marlins 5-2. Miguel Amaya went 3 for 3 for Chicago, and Kyle Tucker hit an RBI triple. The NL Central leaders had...

2025-05-13

Langford homer ends no-hit bid and gives Rangers 2-1 win over Colorado after Rockies fired manager

Wyatt Langford hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning for Texas to end a no-hit bid by the Colorado Rockies in their first game after manager Bud Black was fired. The Rangers went on to a 2-1 win Monday...

Mercury fuels gold mining in Senegal, it’s poisoning the people who use it
2025-05-13

Mercury fuels gold mining in Senegal, it’s poisoning the people who use it

In Senegal’s gold-rich Kedougou region, women and children face serious health risks from mercury exposure used in gold processing

2025-05-13

Trump’s order that truckers speak English? A good thing, experts say

TAMPA, Fla. — As state and federal officials prepare to strictly enforce English rules for commercial drivers in the coming weeks, many immigrant truckers across the country are speaking out and calling the rule unfair.

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum seen in wheelchair after suffering leg injury
2025-05-13

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum seen in wheelchair after suffering leg injury

Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum suffered an apparent right leg injury late in the fourth quarter Monday night as Boston went down 3-1 in the series against the New York Knicks.

2025-05-13

Knicks Take a 3-1 Lead Over the Celtics With a 121-113 Victory as Tatum Is Injured in Final Minutes

Jalen Brunson had 39 points and 12 assists, and the New York Knicks moved a win away from their first Eastern Conference finals appearance in 25 years and pushed the defending champion Boston Celtics to the brink of elimination with a 121-113 victory Monday night in Game 4

Senate Democrats promise to ‘take action’ over Trump accepting Qatari luxury jet
2025-05-13

Senate Democrats promise to ‘take action’ over Trump accepting Qatari luxury jet

Senate Democrats will be protesting President Donald Trump‘s decision to accept a luxury jet from Qatar, a gift that has raised ethics and national security concerns from lawmakers of both parties. In the coming days, Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) will...

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