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July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Trump's `strong wall' to block COVID-19 from China had holes

President Donald Trump has repeatedly credited his February ban on travelers from mainland China as his signature move against the advance of the coronavirus pandemic -- a “strong wall” that allowed only U.S. citizens inside, he boasted in May.

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Trump pushes racial division, flouts virus rules at Rushmore

MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, S.D. (AP) — At the foot of Mount Rushmore on the eve of Independence Day, President Donald Trump made a direct appeal to disaffected white voters four months before Election Day, accusing protesters who have pushed for racial justice of engaging in a “merciless campaign to wipe out our history.”

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

King Félix opts out of MLB season, Doolittle on fence

Former Cy Young Award winner Félix Hernández has joined the list of major leaguers opting out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, at least temporarily ending the 34-year-old’s bid to revive his career.

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

American coach makes his mark by winning Austrian title

DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Jesse Marsch came to Europe to make a name both for himself and for every other American soccer coach.

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Trump's bluster doesn't beat a virus, calm a restive nation

WASHINGTON (AP) — Not long after noon on Feb. 6, President Donald Trump strode into the elegant East Room of the White House. The night before,

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

At least 2 dead, 7 missing in boat capsizing in Indonesia

KUPANG, Indonesia (AP) — An overloaded fishing boat carrying 28 people capsized in eastern Indonesia, killing at least two children and leaving seven other people missing, an official said Monday.

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

1 ad, 3 accents: How Democrats aim to win Latino votes

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Spanish-language ads for Joe Biden used the same slogan to contrast him with President Donald Trump — “los cuentos no pagan las cuentas,” a play on words that roughly means “telling stories won't pay the bills.”

July 6, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Germany is first major economy to phase out coal and nuclear

BERLIN (AP) — German lawmakers have finalized the country's long-awaited

July 5, 2020 9:27 p.m.

Trump's bluster doesn't beat a virus, calm a restive nation

WASHINGTON (AP) — Not long after noon on Feb. 6, President Donald Trump strode into the elegant East Room of the White House. The night before, his impeachment trial had ended with acquittal in the Republican-controlled Senate. It was time to gloat and settle scores.

July 5, 2020 9:27 p.m.

1 ad, 3 accents: How Democrats aim to win Latino votes

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Spanish-language ads for Joe Biden used the same slogan to contrast him with President Donald Trump — “los cuentos no pagan las cuentas,” a play on words that roughly means “telling stories won't pay the bills.”

July 5, 2020 9:03 p.m.

Asia stocks rise as investors look ahead to week's data

BEIJING (AP) — Asian stock markets rose Monday as investors looked ahead for data they hope will support optimism about a global economic recovery.

July 5, 2020 8:27 p.m.

The Latest: Australia’s most populous state to close border

SYDNEY, Australia — The leader of Australia’s most populous state says her government’s decision to close its border with hard-hit Victoria state marks a new phase in the country’s coronavirus pandemic.

July 5, 2020 8:03 p.m.

The Latest: Philippines reports spike in coronavirus cases

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has reported its biggest spike in coronavirus infections in recent days as the government eases quarantine restrictions to revive the economy, raising the possibility its crowded capital may be placed back under a strict lockdown.

July 5, 2020 7:27 p.m.

At least 2 dead, 7 missing in boat capsizing in Indonesia

KUPANG, Indonesia (AP) — An overloaded fishing boat carrying 28 people capsized in eastern Indonesia, killing at least two children and leaving seven other people missing, an official said Monday.

July 5, 2020 7:03 p.m.

The Latest: Australian state records highest daily increase

MELBOURNE, Australia — The hard-hit Australian state of Victoria has recorded a death and its highest-ever daily increase in coronavirus cases as authorities prepare to close its border with New South Wales.

July 5, 2020 5:03 p.m.

The Latest: Californians mostly avoid beaches over weekend

LOS ANGELES -- Californians mostly heeded warnings to stay away from beaches and other public spaces during the long weekend.

July 5, 2020 4:03 p.m.

King Félix opts out of MLB season, Doolittle on fence

Former Cy Young Award winner Félix Hernández has joined the list of major leaguers opting out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, at least temporarily ending the 34-year-old’s bid to revive his career.

July 5, 2020 3:27 p.m.

AP News Digest 6:15 p.m.

Eds: Adds CHICAGO VIOLENCE.

July 5, 2020 3:27 p.m.

The Latest: WVirginia sees biggest 2-day jump in virus cases

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia has experienced its biggest two-day jump in confirmed coronavirus cases, according to health statistics released Sunday.

July 5, 2020 3:03 p.m.

The Latest: US House Speaker tests positive for coronavirus

JACKSON, Miss. — House Speaker Philip Gunn says he has tested positive for the coronavirus as state health officials report more than 200 new infections and five deaths linked to the pandemic.