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Bondi names DEA head as DC’s ’emergency police commissioner,’ but capital leaders push back
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration, stepping up its crackdown on policing in the nation’s…
Terry Cole, chosen to take over DC’s police force, has spent 22 years at DEA
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday named the head of the Drug…
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Trump administration claims powers of DC police chief, strengthening federal grip on law enforcement WASHINGTON…
The Latest: Bondi names DEA head ‘emergency police commissioner’ amid Trump’s takeover of DC police
Attorney General Pam Bondi has named the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Terry Cole,…
Putin praises Trump’s efforts to end Ukraine war ahead of Friday summit in Alaska
LONDON (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts…
Israel announces a settlement project that critics say will effectively cut the West Bank in two
MAALE ADUMIM, West Bank (AP) — Israel’s far-right finance minister said Thursday that a contentious…
Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against diversity programs at schools and colleges
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday struck down two Trump administration actions aimed…
U.S. State Department targets Online News Act in human rights report
OTTAWA — The U.S. State Department is taking aim at Canada’s Online News Act in…
Taylor Swift’s chat with the Kelces on ‘New Heights’ marks a milestone moment for podcasts
Since nothing Taylor Swift ever does is small, her two-hour conversation with boyfriend Travis Kelce…
Beyond books: The varied, and perhaps unexpected, free offerings at the library
Janelle Powell and her husband went to their local library branch for an electric saw…
Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud reunite at joint practice, reflect on NFL journeys
HOUSTON (AP) — Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud will be forever linked after the quarterbacks…
Conservatives plan national campaign against federal electric vehicle mandates
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has set his sights on Canada’s electric vehicle mandate,…
Aid groups call on Israel to end ‘weaponization’ of aid in Gaza
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — More than 100 nonprofit groups warned Thursday that Israel’s…
Chinese tariff on canola seed comes into force as producers, premiers demand action
REGINA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he’s considering measures to support farmers hit by…
More people urged to prepare to evacuate N.L. fire that has destroyed about 100 homes
ST. JOHN’S — Officials in Newfoundland and Labrador extended an evacuation alert Thursday evening, asking…
Quebec language watchdog backtracks on pub sign it deemed too English
MONTREAL — In its second high-profile reversal in recent months, Quebec’s language watchdog has backed…
DeSantis announces plans for second immigration detention facility dubbed ‘Deportation Depot’
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is preparing to open a…
Maine clinics fight to restore Medicaid funds after Trump’s cuts to abortion providers
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A network of clinics that provides health care in Maine asked…
Canadian-led patrol finds alleged shark finning, dolphin harvesting in North Pacific
A Canadian-led patrol of the North Pacific earlier this year uncovered dozens of alleged fisheries…
Racial profiling of customers a neglected human rights issue, report says
Heiltsuk Tribal Council Chief Marilyn Slett says no one in her community is immune to…
The Latest: Dozens arrested in Washington as White House ratchets up federal police presence
Following President Donald Trump’s unprecedented announcement that his administration would take over the Washington, D.C.,…
The end is near: Megadeth to release final album and embark on farewell tour
NEW YORK (AP) — Call it a symphony for dissolution. American thrash metal giants Megadeth…
Taylor Swift’s economic pull makes orange the new green for big brands
Taylor Swift’s upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn’t lost on…
Taylor Swift’s economic pull makes orange the new green for big brands
Taylor Swift’s upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn’t lost on…