UNITED NATIONS — The threat from Islamic State and al-Qaida extremists and their affiliates is most intense in parts of Africa, and risks are growing in Syria, which both groups […]
Asian shares are mixed after South Korea makes tariff deal and US stocks fall
MANILA, Philippines — Asian shares were mixed Thursday after most U.S. stocks slipped, as doubts rose on Wall Street about whether the Federal Reserve will deliver economy-juicing cuts to interest […]
Massive sea turtle full of eggs returns to ocean after treatment in Florida
JUNO BEACH, Fla. — A large sea turtle that was found injured along the Florida coast in May following a boat strike was returned to the ocean on Wednesday. The […]
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, 5 others charged with running illegal poker games at his LA mansion
LOS ANGELES — Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested Wednesday along with five other people, including a suspected member of an Israeli organized crime group, on suspicion of hosting […]
North Carolina lawmakers approve stopgap spending measure amid budget impasse
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina legislators gave final approval Wednesday to a stopgap spending measure to boost state government spending to prepare for fall classes, cover Medicaid expenses and continue […]
What to know about the fatal attack of a married couple at Devil’s Den park in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Authorities have released a photo and a composite sketch of a person they are trying to question as they investigate the fatal attack of a married […]
Slain Ohio police officer honored with Purple Heart and Medal of Honor during memorial service
Rows of uniformed law enforcement and a crowd of other mourners honored a slain Ohio police officer during a public memorial at a Cleveland arena on Wednesday, a week after […]
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney says his country will recognize a Palestinian state in September
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney says his country will recognize a Palestinian state in September Source link
American Eagle’s ‘good jeans’ ads with Sydney Sweeney spark debate on race, beauty
NEW YORK — U.S. fashion retailer American Eagle Outfitters wanted to make a splash with its new advertising campaign starring 27-year-old actor Sydney Sweeney. The ad blitz included “clever, even […]
Officer arrested by ICE is missed by colleagues and was eligible to work
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — The police officer arrested by immigration authorities in a Maine town was a trusted member of the force who is missed by his colleagues, officials […]