South Dakota court decision threatens abortion rights measure on November ballot
Associated Press The South Dakota Supreme Court has reversed a judge’s dismissal of a lawsuit seeking to remove an abortion rights initiative…
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The Taliban says foreigners in Afghanistan on previous government’s visas can stay for now
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Afghanistan’s Taliban government says it will allow people in the country on visas issued by the former Western-backed…
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Italy wins inaugural mixed team skeet as USA takes home silver
Italy claimed the final shooting gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the mixed team skeet final after a 45-44 win against the…
Continue Reading As Instagram remains blocked in Turkey, Erdogan accuses social media companies of ‘digital fascism’
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has accused social media platforms of “digital fascism” for allegedly censoring…
Continue Reading Hundreds gather at Somalia beach to condemn attack that killed 37 and demand stronger security
Associated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Hundreds of people have gathered at a Somalia beach hotel, the site of an attack claimed by…
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Kansas man who stole Jackie Robinson statue sentenced to 15 years in prison
Ricky Alderete, 45, pleaded guilty to multiple charges in May, including aggravated burglary, criminal damage to property and…
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2024 Olympic women’s golf: Round 2 tee times, groupings and how to watch
Tee times and groupings for the second round of the Olympic women’s golf competition, Thursday, Aug. 8, at Le Golf…
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Santa Monica Pier holds special light show in honor of Paris Olympics
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier salutes Olympic athletes over 17 nights with the Ferris wheel’s dazzling light display filled with colors,…
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Women’s diving platform semifinals: Delaney Schnell misses out on finals as China continues to dominate
U.S. diver Delaney Schnell missed out in the finals of the women’s 10m platform event, while China’s Quan Hongchan and Chen Yuxi continued to…
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California authorities chase down two suspects
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and California Highway Patrol (CHP) chased down two separate vehicles during the same pursuit after the…
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Men and women’s team sprint preview, Aug. 5: What to know and who to watch
A preview of who to watch in the men’s and women’s team sprint event at the 2024 Paris…
Continue Reading US hands over its last military base in Niger to the ruling junta
Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — The U.S. has handed over its last military base in Niger — one of two crucial hubs for American…
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2024 Olympic women’s golf: Round 1 tee times, groupings and how to watch
Tee times and groupings for the first round of the Olympic women’s golf competition, Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Le Golf…
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Olympic MVP ladder: Who’s on top entering the knockout rounds?
In what is possibly the most star-studded men’s basketball field in Olympic history, who’s shown the brightest as we enter the knockout…
Continue Reading Commodities giant Glencore is ordered to pay over $150M in wake of Congo mining bribery case
GENEVA (AP) — Federal prosecutors in Switzerland say they have found Glencore’s international unit “criminally liable” and ordered the…
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Fire officials in Colorado lift evaucation orders in Alexander Mountain Fire
According to officials, the wildfire reached 54% containment as of Sunday. Fire crews say containment continues to increase significantly. They say…
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Bangladesh prime minister resigns, Army to form interim government
Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned. It comes after anti-government protesters stormed her residence, capping weeks of…
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Andrade upsets Biles on floor to become most decorated Brazilian Olympian, Biles takes silver; Chiles bronze
Rebeca Andrade pulled off a remarkable upset over Simone Biles to win the gold on floor. Jordan Chiles takes the bronze after an…
Continue Reading Antisemitic incidents in the Czech Republic rose sharply in 2023, says the Jewish community
PRAGUE (AP) — The Jewish community in the Czech Republic says antisemitic incidents sharply increased in the country last year, with their peak…
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Everything you need to know about breaking’s Olympic debut
As breaking makes its Olympic debut, here’s your go-to guide on the sport, top competitors, history, venue, schedule and…
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