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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 8m

BREAKING: Israeli Cabinet approves an "outline" of a deal to release hostages held by Hamas, Netanyahu's office says.

Israeli Cabinet approves 'outline' of deal to release hostages held by Hamas

Israel’s Cabinet has approved the “outline” of a deal to release hostages held by Hamas. That's according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 42m

BREAKING: The U.S. says it's sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor Gaza ceasefire deal.

US sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor ceasefire deal in Gaza

The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the ceasefire deal in Gaza as part of a team that includes partner nations, nongovernmental organizations and private sector players, U.S. officials say.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 52m

Bill Belichick's first season at North Carolina has run into problems both on and off the field.

Bill Belichick's 1st season at North Carolina has run into problems on and off the field

Bill Belichick's first season at North Carolina has run into problems both on and off the field. The Tar Heels are 2-3 but have lost in lopsided fashion in all three of their games against power-conference opponents.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 56m

New York Attorney General Letitia James calls fraud case "baseless," and decries "weaponization of our justice system."

New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charge, AP source says

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 1h

The federal government shutdown is raising anxiety levels among service members and their families because those in uniform are working without pay.

Troops will miss paychecks next week without action on the government shutdown

The federal government shutdown is raising anxiety levels among service members and their families because those in uniform are working without pay.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 1h

BREAKING: A federal judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit Drake brought against Universal Music Group, labeling the alleged libelous words as opinion.

Judge tosses Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music over rap beef with Kendrick Lamar

A federal judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit Drake brought against Universal Music Group, labeling the alleged libelous words as opinion. Judge Jeannette A.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 2h

BREAKING: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charge in latest case against Trump foe, an AP source says.

New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charge, AP source says

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 2h

Tropical Storm Raymond, the third system now off the western coast of Mexico, formed Thursday in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Tropical Storm Raymond, third system now off the coast of Mexico, forms in the eastern Pacific Ocean

Tropical Storm Raymond has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is the third system now off the western coast of Mexico. The U.S.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 3h

BREAKING: A new California law aims to stabilize insurance for people who can't get private coverage.

New California law aims to stabilize insurance for people who can't get private coverage

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to prevent the state’s plan that provides insurance to homeowners who can’t get private coverage from running out of money.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 3h

The new Channing Tatum movie “Roofman” was inspired by stranger-than-fiction real events. Tatum stars as a prison escapee who lived in a Toys “R” Us for six months.

Movie Review: Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst bring humanity to true-crime tale ‘Roofman’

The new Channing Tatum movie “Roofman” was inspired by stranger-than-fiction real events. Tatum stars as a prison escapee who lived in a Toys “R” Us for six months.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 4h

Tropical Storm Raymond, the third system now off the western coast of Mexico, formed Thursday in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

Tropical Storm Raymond, third system now off the coast of Mexico, forms in the eastern Pacific Ocean

Tropical Storm Raymond has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is the third system now off the western coast of Mexico. The U.S.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 4h

Here’s a question submitted by an Associated Press reader: How might the government shutdown affect the U.S. economy?

AP reader question: How might the federal shutdown affect the economy?

Here’s a question submitted by an Associated Press reader: How might the government shutdown affect the U.S. economy?

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 5h

The new Channing Tatum movie “Roofman” was inspired by stranger-than-fiction real events. Tatum stars as a prison escapee who lived in a Toys “R” Us for six months.

Movie Review: Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst bring humanity to true-crime tale ‘Roofman’

The new Channing Tatum movie “Roofman” was inspired by stranger-than-fiction real events. Tatum stars as a prison escapee who lived in a Toys “R” Us for six months.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 6h

iPhone users have a new tool to combat the scourge of nuisance phone calls: a virtual gatekeeper that can screen incoming calls from unknown numbers.

One Tech Tip: Annoyed by junk calls to your iPhone? Try the new iOS 26 call screen feature

Apple has introduced a new call screening feature for iPhone users to combat nuisance calls. This tool, part of the iOS 26 update, allows users to screen calls from unknown numbers.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 7h

Arpichaya Yubol has shot a bogey-free 8-under 64 to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the LPGA's Shanghai tournament.

Thai golfer Arpichaya Yubol shoots 8-under 64 to take a 1-stroke lead at the LPGA Shanghai

Arpichaya Yubol has shot a bogey-free 8-under 64 to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the LPGA’s Shanghai tournament.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 8h

Americans Max Greyserman, Bud Cauley and Brian Campbell each shot 4-under 67 to sit atop the leaderboard after the first round of the Baycurrent Classic in Japan.

Greyserman, Cauley and Campbell sit atop the leaderboard after 1st round of PGA Tour event in Japan

Americans Max Greyserman, Bud Cauley and Brian Campbell each shot 4-under 67 to sit atop the leaderboard after the first round of the Baycurrent Classic in Japan.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 9h

A World Cup without Germany used to be unthinkable.

'We need win after win': Crunch time looms for Germany in World Cup qualifying

A World Cup without Germany used to be unthinkable. Now the four-time champion needs to turn things around to ensure a spot at next year’s tournament.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 10h

BREAKING: Putin says Russian air defenses were responsible for downing an Azerbaijani jetliner last year, killing 38 people.

Putin says Russian air defenses responsible for Azerbaijani jet's crash last year, killing 38

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia’s air defenses were responsible for shooting down an Azerbaijani airliner in December that killed 38 people in the first admission of responsibility for the crash.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 10h

Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer. In his first teaching document Thursday, Leo confirms that he is in perfect lockstep with Pope Francis on matters of social injustice.

Pope Leo blasts economy that marginalizes poor while wealthy live in bubble of luxury

Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 11h

Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai, known for philosophical and bleakly funny novels, has won the Nobel Prize in literature.

Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai wins the Nobel Prize in literature

Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai has won the Nobel Prize in literature for what the Nobel committee called his compelling and visionary work.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 12h

PepsiCo reported better-than-expected revenue in the third quarter despite weaker demand for its snacks and drinks in North America.

PepsiCo reports strong third quarter sales despite weakening demand in North America

PepsiCo reported better-than-expected revenue in the third quarter despite weaker demand for its snacks and drinks in North America.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 12h

Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation.

Pope urges news agencies to stand as bulwark against lies, manipulation and post-truths

Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the “ancient art of lying” and manipulation.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 13h

A viral TikTok trend called "The Great Lock In" is helping people achieve their wellness goals.

How 'The Great Lock In' can help achieve your financial and wellness goals

A viral TikTok trend called “The Great Lock In” is helping people achieve their wellness goals. It encourages participants to focus on their life goals from September 1 through December 31.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 15h

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation announced its 2025 class of fellows on Wednesday, a prize often called the "genius award."

Meet the 22 artists, scientists and authors who will each get $800,000 MacArthur genius grants

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation announced its 2025 class of fellows on Wednesday, a prize often called the “genius award.”

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 16h

World leaders expressed hope for peace and urged Israel and Hamas to fulfill their commitments in the hours after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the parties had agreed to the “first phase” of a deal signaling a major breakthrough in the two-year war in Gaza. Follow AP's live updates.

Live updates: Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of Gaza peace plan, Trump says

Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza and release some hostages and prisoners in an agreement that was first put forward by President Donald Trump.

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