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Racism partly to blame for unequal health care provided to Indigenous women: PHAC study
Racism and the lack of primary care providers mean off-reserve First Nations, Métis and Inuit…
AP News in Brief at 11:04 p.m. EDT
Florida Gov. Ron Desantis booed at vigil as hundreds mourn more racist killings JACKSONVILLE, Fla.…
Florida shooting victim planned to spend Saturday with his daughter. He was killed before he could.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jerrald Gallion planned to spend the weekend with his 4-year-old daughter…
Residents of B.C.’s Shuswap set to be notified about properties affected by wildfire
Residents of the Shuswap region in British Columbia’s Interior will learn about the condition of…
Candidates vying to run to become Mexico’s president under AMLO’s party close their campaigns
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Two presidential contenders vying for the coveted spot as the candidate…
Bob Barker remembered as ‘strong voice for animals’ in Canada, says wildlife advocate
TORONTO – Television host Bob Barker charmed viewers on “The Price is Right,” but it’s…
Bob Barker, dapper ‘Price Is Right’ and ‘Truth or Consequences’ host and animal advocate, dies at 99
Bob Barker, the enduring, dapper game show host who became a household name over a…
Former 2-term Republican Tennessee Gov. Don Sundquist dies at 87
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Don Sundquist, a Republican who was twice elected governor of Tennessee…
NASCAR driver Ryan Preece gets medical clearance to return home after terrifying crash at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — NASCAR driver Ryan Preece, whose car rolled about a dozen…
Wildland firefighters battle mental health, labour challenges atop deadly blazes
Two-week work cycles. Shifts that can last up to 18 hours. Sleeping in tents or…
Trump’s drumbeat of lies about the 2020 election keeps getting louder. Here are the facts
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Donald Trump facing felony charges over his attempts to overturn the…
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa wins re-election after troubled vote, officials say
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa was re-elected for a second and final…
Community support fuels B.C. wildfire fight as residents come to grips with losses
A wildfire moving down the mountain toward Wilson’s Landing, B.C., made an “unearthly” howling sound…
A fire at a fueling station in Romania causes 2 explosions, killing at least 1 and injuring dozens
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — A fire at a fueling station in Romania caused an explosion…
Maryland oral surgeon convicted of murder in girlfriend’s overdose death
ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) — An oral surgeon was convicted on Friday of a murder charge…
Yale University settles lawsuit alleging it pressured students with mental health issues to withdraw
Yale University and a student group announced Friday that they’ve reached a settlement in a…
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appeals extension of pretrial detention in Russia
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has appealed a Moscow court’s decision to extend his…
New crew for the space station launches with 4 astronauts from 4 countries
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Four astronauts from four countries rocketed toward the International Space…
Schoolkids in 8 states can now eat free school meals, advocates urge Congress for nationwide policy
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — When classes resume after Labor Day, Amber Lightfeather won’t have…
AP News in Brief at 11:04 p.m. EDT
After Maui officials named 388 people unaccounted for in fires, many called to say they’re…
Former residents of New Hampshire’s youth center demand federal investigation into abuse claims
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Frustrated former residents of New Hampshire’s only youth detention center are…
Canadian ministers vow to accelerate action at global environment conference in B.C.
VANCOUVER – Politicians and environmental leaders from more than 180 countries have been in Vancouver,…
See which states are poised to rule next on transgender health care restrictions
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Courts nationwide are delivering a mixed verdict on the future…
Rulings in Texas, Missouri jumble again where US transgender youth can receive treatment
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A judge on Friday ruled against Texas’ ban on gender-affirming health…