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The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
The best offense. The best defense. The World Cup final is set, and fittingly, a clash of styles awaits. Lionel…
The Latest: Victoria, Australia, sees drop in virus cases
MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia’s hot spot Victoria state on Monday recorded its lowest count of new COVID-19 cases in more than 10 weeks.
Mayor promises police reforms following Daniel Prude's death
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — The mayor of Rochester promised reforms are coming to the city's police department as community elders sought to bring calmer minds to a fifth night of demonstrations Sunday over the March de…
Tropical Storm Julio heads away from Mexican coast
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Tropical Storm Julio was heading rapidly westward away from Mexico's Pacific coast on Sunday.
Quarantine-weary Brazilians head to beaches despite warnings
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Suellen de Souza could no longer endure the confinement. After six months of precautions, the Brazilian nursing technician decided that Sunday would be her first day at the beach since the pan…
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Veterans are divided about reports Trump disparaged military
Wildfires, excessive heat and maybe blackouts in California
SHAVER LAKE, Calif. (AP) — Rescuers in military helicopters airlifted 207 people to safety after an explosive wildfire trapped them in a popular camping area in California’s Sierra National Forest, one of dozens of…
Johnson says UK will quit Brexit talks if no deal by Oct 15
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson talked tough on Sunday ahead of a crucial round of post-Brexit trade talks with the European Union, saying Britain could walk away from the talks within weeks and …
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The Latest: Israel announces curfews in some cities, towns
JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced overnight curfews on some 40 cities and towns hit hard by the coronavirus.
Djokovic out of US Open after hitting line judge with ball
NEW YORK (AP) — Novak Djokovic was kicked out of the U.S. Open for accidentally hitting a line judge in the throat with a tennis ball after dropping a game in his fourth-round match Sunday, a stunning end to his 29…
Police: 4 die after Indiana man kills 3 family members, self
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Four people died Sunday after a 61-year-old Indiana man allegedly shot his wife and two adult children before turning the gun on himself, according to Bloomington police.
Top-seeded Novak Djokovic out of U.S. Open after hitting line judge with tennis ball
NEW YORK (AP) — Top-seeded Novak Djokovic out of U.S. Open after hitting line judge with tennis ball.
As virus cases drop, governors may gamble on bars. Again.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A guy walks into a bar, which still isn't allowed in Texas.
Israel imposes overnight curfews as virus deaths pass 1,000
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday announced overnight curfews on some 40 cities and towns hit hard by the coronavirus, but backed away from reported recommendations for full lockd…
Atlas Air flight makes emergency landing in Honolulu
No injuries were reported after an Atlas Air flight carrying more than 200 people had to return to Honolulu after experiencing engine problems Saturday evening, officials said.