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December 22, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Asian shares skid despite US economic stimulus deal

Shares started the week out on a sour note in Asia as worsening coronavirus outbreaks overshadowed news that U.S. lawmakers finally have a deal on more support for American families and businesses.

December 22, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Biden's team vows action against hack as US threats persist

WASHINGTON (AP) — Once in office, President-elect Joe Biden will punish Russia for its suspected

December 22, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Judge blocks fees set by tainted Ohio nuclear bailout law

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A central Ohio judge on Monday blocked the subsidies from a $1 billion nuclear bailout law at the center of a $60 million bribery probe, as state lawmakers scrambled to decide the fate of a repeal effort and nominees were chosen to succeed a utility regulator who resigned amid the investigation.

December 22, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Report: gov't spyware targets phones of Al-Jazeera reporters

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dozens of journalists at Al-Jazeera, the Qatari state-owned media company, have been targeted by advanced spyware in an attack likely linked to the governments of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, a cybersecurity watchdog said Sunday.

December 22, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Energy Department: Idaho top choice for new test reactor

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho is the top choice for the first new nuclear test reactor in the country in decades, the U.S. Department of Energy said Monday.

December 21, 2020 9:27 p.m.

Consumer relief: COVID bill to end 'surprise' medical bills

WASHINGTON (AP) — People with private health insurance will see the nasty shock of “surprise” medical bills virtually gone, thanks to the coronavirus compromise reached in Congress.

December 21, 2020 9:06 p.m.

Court case in Texas shows DACA program remains under peril

HOUSTON (AP) — A Tuesday court hearing over a U.S. program shielding immigrants brought to the country illegally as children highlights the peril the program still faces even under an incoming Democratic president who has pledged to protect it.

December 21, 2020 7:30 p.m.

Mississippi State wins again at home, routs MVSU 87-48

STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Iverson Molinar scored 18 points, Tolu Smith had 13 points and 12 rebounds and Mississippi State routed Mississippi Valley State 87-48 on Monday night.

December 21, 2020 6:34 p.m.

AP News in Brief at 9:04 p.m. EST

Congress rushes to vote on $900 billion COVID relief bill

December 21, 2020 6:10 p.m.

Fultz, Isaac, White, Kennard and Anunoby get extensions done

For some young NBA players, a free-agency payday came early Monday.

December 21, 2020 4:34 p.m.

Fultz, Isaac, White and Anunoby get contract extensions done

For some young NBA players, a free-agency payday came early Monday.

December 21, 2020 4:06 p.m.

Peoples sets bowl rushing mark, App State tops North Texas

CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Camerun Peoples and Appalachian State began college football's virus-impacted bowl season with a record-breaking show at the Myrtle Beach Bowl on Monday.

December 21, 2020 3:30 p.m.

Shrunken bowl season makes it more important to watch'em all

Well, hope you're happy, Mr. (or Miss) There Are Too Many Bowls guy (or gal).

December 21, 2020 3:06 p.m.

New this week: 'Soul,' a Tom Hanks film & 'Bridgerton' on TV

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.

December 21, 2020 3:03 p.m.

Congress takes aim at climate change in massive relief bill

WASHINGTON (AP) — The huge pandemic relief and spending bill includes billions of dollars to promote clean energy such as wind and solar power while sharply reducing over time the use of potent coolants in air conditioners and refrigerators that are considered a major driver of global warming.

December 21, 2020 3:03 p.m.

Judge blocks fees set by tainted Ohio nuclear bailout law

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A central Ohio judge on Monday blocked the subsidies from a $1 billion nuclear bailout law at the center of a $60 million bribery probe, as state lawmakers scrambled to decide the fate of a repeal effort and nominees were chosen to succeed a utility regulator who resigned amid the investigation.

December 21, 2020 2:33 p.m.

Chelsea bounces back with a win as Werner's woes continue

Try as he might, Timo Werner just cannot score for Chelsea at the moment.

December 21, 2020 2:24 p.m.

Nicaragua essentially bans opposition from 2021 elections

MANAGUA, Nicaragua (AP) — Nicaragua’s ruling party-dominated Congress passed a law Monday that would essentially ban opposition candidates from running in the 2021 presidential elections.

December 21, 2020 1:27 p.m.

Panel sends names of Ohio utility commission picks to DeWine

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A nominating council on Monday forwarded four names to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine to fill a seat on the powerful Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to replace its chairman, who resigned days after the FBI searched his Columbus townhome.

December 21, 2020 1:27 p.m.

Energy Department: Idaho top choice for new test reactor

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho is the top choice for the first new nuclear test reactor in the country in decades, the U.S. Department of Energy said Monday.