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Adams Co. commissioners approve 2026 budget
RITZVILLE — Adams County Commissioners approved a $62.5 million budget Tuesday, the last step in what commission c…
The Latest: Fauci, Paul trade charges of lying about virus
WASHINGTON — A recurring clash between the government’s top infectious disease doctor and a U.S. senator has erupted again on Capitol Hill, with each accusing the other of lying.
Britney Spears' conservatorship case sparks legislative push
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Prompted by
Critics take aim at charitable money sitting in donor funds
Wealthy philanthropists have long enjoyed an advantageous way to give to charity: Using something called a donor-advised fund, they've been able to enjoy tax deductions and investment gains on their donations long …
The Latest: Britain hits most daily virus deaths in 4 months
LONDON — Britain has recorded its highest daily number of coronavirus-related deaths in four months, following a spike in infections amid the spread of the delta variant and lifting of lockdown restrictions.
Belgium's royals lead a day of mourning for flood victims
BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgium's king and queen visited the flood-stricken town of Verviers to lead the nation in a minute of silence Tuesday to remember those who died, while German Chancellor Angela Merkel made a second…
The Latest: CDC: Delta variant accounts for 83% of US cases
NEW YORK — Health officials say the delta variant of the coronavirus continues to surge and accounts for an estimated 83% of U.S. COVID-19 cases.
4 companies on verge of settling US opioid lawsuits
The three biggest U.S. drug distribution companies and the drugmaker Johnson & Johnson are on the verge of a $26 billion settlement covering thousands of government lawsuits over the toll of opioids across the U.S.…
The Latest: India's pandemic death toll may be in millions
NEW DELHI — The most comprehensive research yet estimates India’s excess deaths during the coronavirus pandemic were a staggering 10 times the official COVID-19 toll.
The Latest: Fauci: Academy wants kids wearing school masks
WASHINGTON — The nation’s top infectious disease expert is suggesting parents follow new COVID-19 guidance for mask-wearing issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
In step to shut Guantanamo, Biden transfers Moroccan home
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration took a step toward its goal of shutting down the Guantánamo Bay detention center for international terror suspects on Monday, releasing into the custody of his home countr…
Merkel tours 'surreal' flood scene, vows aid, climate action
BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Angela Merkel surveyed what she called a “surreal, ghostly” scene in a devastated village on Sunday, pledging quick financial aid and a redoubled political focus on curbing climate c…
Survivors recall escape, ponder future after Europe's floods
PEPINSTER, Belgium (AP) — Paul and Madeline Brasseur were at home with their two sons in the Belgian town of Pepinster when the water “came all of a sudden” late in the evening.
Biden pledges appeal of 'deeply disappointing' DACA ruling
WASHINGTON (AP) —
UK's France curbs irk travelers; health chief tests positive
LONDON (AP) — Tourists and the travel industry vented frustration and anger on Saturday after Britain reversed a plan to ease travel restrictions on France just two days after they were due to start, citing concern…
New chief selected for Capitol Police after 1/6 insurrection
WASHINGTON (AP) — A police official who has run large departments in Maryland and Virginia has been selected as chief of the U.S. Capitol Police in the aftermath of the Jan. 6 insurrection, in which