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Trump administration claims powers of DC police chief, strengthening federal grip on law enforcement WASHINGTON…
Canada’s Brooke Henderson back in contention in Portland Classic in bid to end long victory drought
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Two-time champion Brooke Henderson birdied all four par-5 holes for a…
Brooke Henderson back in contention in Portland Classic in bid to end long victory drought
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Two-time champion Brooke Henderson birdied all four par-5 holes for a…
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,…
Jose Tena’s 2-run single helps Nationals rally for 3-2 win over Phillies
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jose Tena hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the seventh inning, Paul…
Rain on the way after Vancouver Island wildfire grows by more than half
PORT ALBERNI — A forecast of up to 40 millimetres of rain is expected to…
In Washington police takeover, federal agents and National Guard take on new tasks
They typically investigate drug lords, weapons traffickers or cyber criminals. This week, though, federal agents…
Mali’s military rulers arrest 2 generals, a suspected French agent and others in alleged coup plot
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — Mali’s military rulers said Thursday they have arrested a group of…
More brands of Dubai chocolate recalled in salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios
More recalls have been issued for a popular type of chocolate after a salmonella outbreak…
California pushes partisan plan for new Democratic districts to counter Texas in fight for US House
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday his state will hold a…
Blackwater founder to deploy nearly 200 personnel to Haiti as gang violence soars
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The security firm of former U.S. Navy Seal Erik…
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…
Japan marks end of WWII as survivors remember wartime emperor’s surrender speech 80 years ago
TOKYO (AP) — Friday is the 80th anniversary of then-Emperor Hirohito’s announcement of Japan’s World…
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…
DC’s homeless pack up as sweeps are expected. What we know about Trump’s plan to clear encampments
Some of the District of Columbia’s homeless residents were packing their belongings Thursday before expected…
Judge overstepped his authority in ruling against Quebec’s language law: appeal court
MONTREAL — Quebec’s Court of Appeal says a provincial court judge overstepped his jurisdiction when…
What to know about past meetings between Putin and his American counterparts
Bilateral meetings between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his U.S. counterparts were a regular occurrence…
Conservatives plan national campaign against federal electric vehicle mandates
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has set his sights on Canada’s electric vehicle mandate,…
Caribbean officials warn of heavy rains and big waves as Tropical Storm Erin nears
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Officials in the northern Caribbean warned Thursday of heavy…
Brian Schottenheimer credits time with Pete Carroll in helping become a more well-rounded coach
OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — The tactical part of football came easy to Brian Schottenheimer, but…
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…
Prosecutors seek death penalty against Zizians member charged with murdering Vermont border agent
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department said Thursday it will seek the death penalty against…
Pam Bondi fires Justice Department employee accused of throwing sandwich at federal agent
WASHINGTON (AP) — A man charged with a felony for hurling a sandwich at a…