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Earth Day: How a senator’s idea more than 50 years ago got people fighting for their planet
Millions of people around the world will pause on Monday, at least for a moment, to mark Earth Day. It's an annual event founded by people who hoped to stir activism to clean up and preserve a planet that is now home to some 8 billion humans and assorted trillions of other organisms.3 hours ago
Amanda Seitz, Associated Press
Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom
Complaints about pregnant women being turned away from emergency rooms spiked in the months after states began enacting strict abortion laws following the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade.6 hours ago
Cheyanne Mumphrey, Associated Press
Not a toddler, not a parent, but still love ‘Bluey’? You’re not alone
A small blue dog named Bluey with an Australian accent has captured the hearts of people across the world.6 hours ago
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Police to review security outside courthouse hosting Trump’s trial after man sets himself on fire
Police officials say they are reviewing whether to restrict access to a public park outside the courthouse where former President Donald Trump is on trial after a man set himself on fire there.7 hours ago
Jennifer Peltz, Michael R. Sisak, Jake Offenhartz and Alanna Durkin Richer
Jury of 12 people and 6 alternates is seated in Trump’s hush money trial in New York
A full jury of 12 people and six alternates has been seated Donald Trump's hush money case, setting the stage for expected opening statements next week in the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president.9 hours ago
Stephen Groves, Lisa Mascaro and Kevin Freking
Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward
The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies closer to passage.11 hours ago
Nicole Winfield, Associated Press
Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7
The United States told the Group of Seven foreign ministers on Friday that it received “last minute” information from Israel about a drone action in Iran, Italy’s foreign minister said.15 hours ago
Jon Gambrell, Associated Press
Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site
Iran has fired air defenses at a major air base and a nuclear site near its central city of Isfahan after spotting drones.22 hours ago
Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Associated Press
Hawaii Supreme Court chides state’s legal moves on water after deadly Maui wildfire
The Hawaii Supreme Court says the state attorney general's office must pay attorney fees for using last year's Maui wildfire tragedy to file a petition in “bad faith” that blamed a state court judge for a lack of water for firefighting.1 day ago
Philp Marcelo, Associated Press
New York man pleads guilty to sending threats to state attorney general and Trump civil case judge
A New York man has pleaded guilty to sending death threats to the state attorney general and the Manhattan judge that presided over former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud suit.1 day ago
Steven Wine and Russ Bynum
Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80
Guitar legend and Allman Brothers Band co-founder Dickey Betts has died at age 80. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer wrote the band's biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man.”1 day ago
Michael R. Sisak, Jennifer Peltz, Eric Tucker and Jake Offenhartz, AP
12 jurors have been picked for Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Selection of alternates is ongoing
A jury of 12 people has been seated in former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial in New York.1 day ago
Mary Clare Jalonick, The Associated Press
Senate dismisses two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security secretary, ends trial
The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, ending the House Republican push to remove the Cabinet secretary from office over his handling of the the U.S.-Mexico border and ending his trial before arguments even began.2 days ago
Wyatt Grantham-Phillips
Ford recalls over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick cars due to loss of drive power risk
Ford is recalling more than 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue that can result in loss of drive power, increasing crash risks.2 days ago
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Alaska Airlines briefly grounds flights due to technical issue
Alaska Airlines briefly grounded all flights Wednesday due to a technical issue.2 days ago
Amy Taxin
Southern California city council gives a key approval for Disneyland expansion plan
Disney has received a key approval to expand its theme park offerings in California as it seeks to build new, immersive lands for visitors.2 days ago
Steve Karnowski, Associated Press
Supreme Court won’t hear Mike Lindell’s challenge over FBI seizure of cellphone
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied a petition by MyPillow founder and election denier Mike Lindell to consider his challenge to the legality of the FBI’s seizure of his cellphone at a Minnesota restaurant drive-through.3 days ago
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A painting of Winston Churchill by an artist whose work he hated is up for auction
A portrait of Winston Churchill by an artist whose work the British leader loathed went on display Tuesday at Churchill’s birthplace ahead of an auction in June.3 days ago
Andrew Dalton, AP Entertainment Writer
ABBA, Blondie, and the Notorious B.I.G. enter the National Recording Registry
Albums from ABBA, Blondie and the Notorious B.I.G. are entering the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress.3 days ago
Tran Nguyễn, Associated Press
Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities
Hotel heiress and media personality Paris Hilton is backing California legislation that aims to bring more transparency to discipline used at facilities for troubled teens.3 days ago
Lea Skene
Salvage crews race against the clock to remove massive chunks of fallen Baltimore bridge
Salvage crews at the site of Baltimore’s collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge are using the largest crane on the eastern seaboard to remove sections of the wreckage.3 days ago
Michael R. Sisak, Jennifer Peltz, Jake Offenhartz and Alanna Durkin Richer
Trump returns to court as jury selection enters second day in his hush money criminal trial
Lawyers are working to find a panel of New Yorkers who will decide whether the Republican who hopes to return to the White House will become the first former president convicted of a crime.4 days ago
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Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth
The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed.4 days ago
