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December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Chinese capsule returns to Earth carrying moon rocks

BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese lunar capsule returned to Earth on Thursday with the first fresh rock samples from the moon in more than 40 years, offering the possibility of new insights into the history of the solar system and marking a new landmark for China's rapidly advancing space program.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Senate report: Opioid industry has paid advocacy groups $65M

A bipartisan congressional investigation released Wednesday found that key players in the nation’s opioid industry have spent $65 million since 1997 funding nonprofits that advocate treating pain with medications, a strategy intended to boost the sale of prescription painkillers.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Benjamin leads UAB past Southern U. 88-46

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Benjamin had 15 points to lead seven UAB players in double figures as the Blazers extended their season-opening win streak to seven games, rolling past Southern 88-46 on Wednesday night. Tyreek Scott-Grayson and Quan Jackson added 13 points apiece for the Blazers. Michael Ertel chipped in 12 points, and Tavin Lovan had 11.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Indy punter returns to practice field after cancer surgery

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rigoberto Sanchez returned to the Indianapolis Colts' practice field Wednesday.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Tony-winning choreographer, actress Ann Reinking dies at 71

NEW YORK (AP) — Ann Reinking, the Tony Award-winning choreographer, actress and Bob Fosse collaborator who helped spread a cool, muscular hybrid of jazz and burlesque movement to Broadway and beyond, has died. She was 71.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Villanova coach Wright gets 600th win in victory over Butler

VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Jay Wright flashed the “V” toward empty bleachers and then encountered a divine interception on his way to celebrate in the locker room. His face red and bundled in winter clothes, the Rev. Peter M. Donohue stopped Wright to congratulate him on his 600th career coaching victory.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Packers' Adams focused on long-term goals amid TD streak

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams has produced a touchdown catch in each of his past eight games.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

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December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Robinhood accused of downplaying the risks of trading

Regulators in Massachusetts claim Robinhood Financial targets and manipulates inexperienced investors and has failed to prevent costly outages on its popular stock trading platform.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

How to spot fake shopping sites and avoid being scammed

NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Black bought what he thought was a well-priced drone online. But the drone never showed up, the site stopped responding to his emails and he never got his $100 back.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Ex-Hogan aide declines to answer questions about severance

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland lawmakers said Wednesday they will continue investigating a six-figure severance package and large expenses that a former chief of staff to Gov. Larry Hogan received as he transitioned from a state agency to the governor's office — after the former aide repeatedly declined to answer questions before a legislative panel.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Winning numbers drawn in 'Mega Millions' game

ATLANTA (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the "Mega Millions" game were:

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Oregon deputy shoots man wanted on Washington warrant

BEND, Ore. (AP) — A man wanted on a Washington state warrant was shot by a Deschutes County sheriff’s deputy Wednesday after the man was found on BLM land and displayed a knife, authorities said.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Hankton carries Chattanooga over UNC-Asheville 69-66

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — KC Hankton had 16 points off the bench to carry Chattanooga to a 69-66 win over UNC-Asheville on Wednesday night, the Mocs’ seventh straight victory to start the season.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Documents: Man killed by police carried resold sheriff gun

VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — The firearm a man carried when police killed him had been a duty weapon used by law enforcement, according to records released by prosecutors in Clark County, Washington.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Twin football games leads Fox to ratings win

NEW YORK (AP) — Two weekday football games were enough to lift Fox to victory in the weekly ratings race.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Interest is lively at deadline for 'Obamacare' sign-ups

WASHINGTON (AP) — A crush of sign-ups expected Tuesday on the last day of open enrollment for HealthCare.gov could help solidify the standing of “Obamacare” as an improbable survivor in the Donald Trump years.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Firmino scores late, Liverpool beats Spurs 2-1 to top EPL

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Roberto Firmino scored with a 90th-minute header as Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-1 Wednesday to climb above its opponent to the top of the Premier League.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Antetokounmpo says he wanted to repay Milwaukee's loyalty

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo said he appreciated the love the city of Milwaukee has shown him ever since his arrival as an 18-year-old rookie from Greece.

December 17, 2020 12:09 a.m.

Family behind Purdue Pharma to face congressional scrutiny

Members of the family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma are scheduled to make a rare appearance Thursday in a public forum, answering questions from a congressional panel about their role in the nation's long-running opioid addiction crisis.