Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — Thousands of mourners converged around the flag-draped coffin of Hamas’ slain political chief, Ismail Haniyeh, in the emirate of Qatar on Friday as the fallout surged from his death in an alleged Israeli attack. The funeral ceremony in Doha, Qatar’s capital, attended by members of Gaza’s militant Hamas and Islamic
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Five months after holding its presidential primaries, Washington state is looking further down the ticket to select candidates to compete for federal and state offices in November. A handful of retirements have injected some excitement into Tuesday’s primaries for the left-leaning state. Most notable among the retirements are those of
Continue ReadingKYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Kyiv officials say Ukraine has taken delivery of a second Turkish-built navy corvette, though it is unclear how the warship might be used in the war against Russia. The Ukrainian presidency announced on its website Friday that first lady Olena Zelenska attended the launching ceremony of the Ada-class corvette during a
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — While a high-profile primary challenge in Missouri highlights a divide among Democrats, Republicans running for office in the state are showing just how united they are — at least when it comes to their loyalty to former President Donald Trump. The airwaves in Missouri are full of Republicans viciously criticizing
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — While a high-profile primary challenge in Missouri highlights a divide among Democrats, Republicans running for office in the state are showing just how united they are — at least when it comes to their loyalty to former President Donald Trump. The airwaves in Missouri are full of Republicans viciously criticizing
Continue ReadingAssociated Press NEWAYGO, Mich. (AP) — While Michigan remains one of the crown jewels of the fall presidential campaign, the focus now turns to state primaries that may play a major role in deciding control of the narrowly divided U.S. Senate, U.S. House and state legislature. In the race to replace Democratic U.S. Sen. Debbie
Continue ReadingLONDON (AP) — Irish police say a driver has been arrested in Dublin after crashing his van into gates outside the offices of the prime minister and several other government buildings. The gate outside the attorney general’s office on Friday was knocked off its hinges in the early morning and there was significant damage outside
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By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge in Washington, DC, on Friday regained control of the criminal case against former President Donald Trump for his attempts to overturn the 2020 election, leaving the historic case’s fate in her hands less than 100 days before the November election. The case was returned to Judge Tanya Chutkan
Continue ReadingBy Meg Dunn, CNN Johnson, Vermont (CNN) — For so many Americans, Jenna Rae Tatro’s story is one that’s all too familiar. After a visit to the emergency room in 2012, she received her first prescription for OxyContin. That 30-day opioid prescription changed the course of her life. The once joyful 20-year-old who loved horseback
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday and will continue throughout the weekend. The sales tax holiday officially began just after midnight Friday and will run through midnight on Sunday. The 2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday exempts all state and local sales or use tax taxes during the exemption period on
Continue ReadingPARIS (AP) — French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin says authorities have not detected any “tangible” terror threat during the first week of the Olympic Games. He said about 200 people have been arrested by security forces for various crimes. He said hey include some “individuals” who “could have” committed attacks, including on the day of
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — A summer surge of Covid-19 is underway as immunity begins to wear off from the last set of shots. Watch this video to learn which variants are on the rise and when you should get your next Covid booster. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to
Continue ReadingAP National Writer SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — After three days of domination, powerhouse China received its first serious challenge in Olympic diving from Mexico in men’s synchronized 3-meter event. The Chinese team of Long Daoyi and Wang Zongyuan actually trailed after the fourth of six dives — the first time any duo from the Big
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris ‘ campaign announced Friday that it raised $310 million last month, an eyepopping sum showing that donors who once seemed spooked about the prospects for November’s election with President Joe Biden are now offering mountains of cash to boost his former No. 2. The haul by
Continue ReadingAssociated Press LONDON (AP) — Several suspects arrested in violent protests that erupted after the fatal stabbing of three children in northwest England made court appearances Friday as officials braced for more clashes that Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned and blamed on “far-right hatred.” Starmer vowed to end the mayhem and said police across the
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CNN By Simone McCarthy, CNN (CNN) — Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former US Marine Paul Whelan and Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva have landed in the United States, following the biggest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War. The returnees were greeted with tears and embraces by their joyous families at Joint Base Andrews in
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CNN By Simone McCarthy, CNN (CNN) — Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former US Marine Paul Whelan and Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva have landed in the United States, following the biggest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War. The returnees were greeted with tears and embraces by their joyous families at Joint Base Andrews in
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By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — There’s been one big question on the minds of Wall Streeters this tech earnings season: When will anyone start making actual money from artificial intelligence? In the 18 months since ChatGPT kicked off an AI arms race, tech giants have promised that the technology is poised to
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writers NANTERRE, France (AP) — Slovakia swimmer Tamara Potocka collapsed poolside Friday morning after a qualifying heat of the women’s 200-meter individual medley at the Paris Olympics. A Slovakian team spokesman says Potocka suffered an asthma attack after the race. She was given first aid and carried off on a stretcher. The spokesman
Continue Reading By Priscilla Alvarez, Elizabeth Wagmeister and Kayla Tausche, CNN (CNN) — In the moments after President Joe Biden pulled out of the 2024 race, a scramble unfolded as officials raced to reframe the Democratic National Convention around a new candidate: Vice President Kamala Harris. Officials quickly moved to tailor the Chicago convention to Harris with
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