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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…
New York outlines the when and hows of a return to school
New York parents and educators got some long-awaited answers to their back-to-school questions Monday, with Gov. Andrew Cuomo saying schools will be allowed to open in areas where the coronavirus is under control a…
Fly without flapping? Andean condors surf air 99% of time
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new study sheds light on just how efficiently the world’s largest soaring bird rides air currents to stay aloft for hours without flapping its wings.
As virus spreads, Bolsonaro ties with military under strain
SAO PAULO (AP) — After 35 years of civilian-led democracy, President Jair Bolsonaro has created the most militarized Brazilian government since the fall of the country’s dictatorship.
Lawyers: 3 Minneapolis ex-cops want Floyd gag order lifted
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Attorneys for three former Minneapolis police officers who are charged in the death of
Federal judge strikes down Georgia abortion restrictions
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked Georgia's 2019 “heartbeat" abortion law, finding that it violates the U.S. Constitution.
Protest in Pennsylvania after cop uses knee to restrain man
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Activists against police brutality expressed outrage and demanded accountability Monday after
Navy: Chemical-based fire suppression system was inoperable when warship fire erupted in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Navy: Chemical-based fire suppression system was inoperable when warship fire erupted in San Diego.
Official: Firefighting system was inoperable on Navy ship
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A fire suppression system was inoperable when a blaze erupted aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard in San Diego, so sailors fought the blaze with water, a top Navy official said Monday.
The Latest: 2 California school systems to begin year online
LOS ANGELES — California’s two largest school districts, Los Angeles and San Diego, will begin the new school year next month but students will not return to campuses due to the threat of the coronavirus.
Federal judge permanently blocks Georgia's 'heartbeat' abortion law, finding that it violates the Constitution
ATLANTA (AP) — Federal judge permanently blocks Georgia's 'heartbeat' abortion law, finding that it violates the Constitution.
US rejects nearly all Chinese claims in South China Sea
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration escalated its actions against China on Monday by stepping squarely into one of the most sensitive regional issues dividing them and rejecting outright nearly all of Beijin…
The Latest: Summer school begins in Detroit despite protest
DETROIT — Summer classes for hundreds of Detroit students have opened, despite a protest by critics who blocked a bus yard and said the coronavirus makes in-person learning too risky.
Ten-Hut! Mask On! Class of 2024 to West Point amid pandemic
WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — New cadet candidates arriving at the U.S. Military Academy on Monday were promptly tested for COVID-19, stood at attention in face masks and were given shouted orders to wash their hands.
Group seeks ideas for Mississippi flag without rebel emblem
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A state agency said Monday that the public can submit proposals for a new Mississippi flag, using two requirements in state law: The designs cannot include the Confederate battle emblem, and t…
Fire still burning on Navy ship in San Diego where 57 hurt
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Firefighters were still battling a blaze Monday on a Navy combat ship that injured at least 57 people and sent acrid smoke billowing over San Diego.