Spider forces male fireflies to flash like females to set a lethal trap, scientists say
By Katie Hunt, CNN (CNN) — In the paddy fields and around the ponds of central China, a common species of orb-weaving spider builds new webs…
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Shein sues Temu over copyright infringements as the legal feud between the two companies heats up
AP Business Writer Online fast-fashion giant Shein is suing its competitor Temu once again, accusing the China-founded shopping platform of stealing…
Continue ReadingThe UAE accepts credentials of Taliban ambassador in a major diplomatic win for Afghanistan’s rulers
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The United Arab Emirates has accepted the credentials of the Taliban’s ambassador to the oil-rich Gulf Arab country.…
Continue ReadingTim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
CNN By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into…
Continue ReadingBrazil police target Tocantins’ governor in investigation of COVID-19 fraud and graft
Associated Press SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s Federal police says it has carried out search warrants against the governor of Tocantins state as…
Continue ReadingTim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into nomination…
Continue ReadingGovernment: US economy added 818,000 fewer jobs than first reported in year that ended in March
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy added 818,000 fewer jobs from April 2023 through March this year than were originally reported, the government…
Continue ReadingWhat to watch on the Democratic National Convention’s third day in Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — The Democratic National Convention heads into its third day on Wednesday. Democrats will hear from Gov. Tim Walz,…
Continue ReadingIran’s hard-line parliament approves all members of president’s Cabinet, first time since 2001
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s hard-line parliament has approved all members of reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian’s Cabinet,…
Continue ReadingKey mediator Egypt expresses skepticism about the Gaza cease-fire proposal as more details emerge
Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — Key mediator Egypt is expressing skepticism about the proposal meant to bridge gaps in cease-fire talks between…
Continue ReadingCovid tied to higher risk of depression, anxiety, PTSD and other conditions, with the unvaccinated most affected, study shows
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters,…
Continue ReadingAlicia Silverstone is ‘alive and well’ after concern over her possibly poisonous snack
CNN By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — No need to worry about Alicia Silverstone, you guys. The “Clueless” star sparked concern after she…
Continue ReadingNY appeals court to hear oral arguments on Trump’s $454 million civil fraud judgment next month
By Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — A New York appeals court will hear oral arguments on Donald Trump’s appeal of the $454 million civil judgment…
Continue ReadingPakistan authorities charge man with cyber terrorism over misinformation that sparked riots in UK
Associated Press LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — Authorities in Pakistan have arrested and charged a man with cyber terrorism for his alleged role in…
Continue ReadingDivers find 4 bodies during search of superyacht wreckage after it sank off Sicily, 2 still missing
PORTICELLO, Sicily (AP) — Divers searching the wreck of a superyacht that sank off Sicily found the bodies of four passengers Wednesday and…
Continue ReadingHow well do you know the US Open? Try an AP quiz about the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament
AP Tennis Writer How well do you know the U.S. Open? The year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament begins Monday on the hard courts of the USTA…
Continue ReadingPutin meets China’s Premier Li as Moscow and Beijing deepen their relations
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with Chinese premier Li Qiang at the Kremlin. He hailed growing trade relations as Moscow…
Continue ReadingIt’s not just IUDs. Gynecologists and patients are focused on making procedures less painful
AP Health Writers Federal officials affirmed this month that the pain people might feel when getting an IUD can be more than doctors’ promises of…
Continue ReadingAlicia Silverstone is ‘alive and well’ after concern over her possibly poisonous snack
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — No need to worry about Alicia Silverstone, you guys. The “Clueless” star sparked concern after she…
Continue ReadingTakeaways from the second night of the Democratic National Convention
CNN By Eric Bradner and Arit John, CNN (CNN) — Barack and Michelle Obama electrified the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, delivering…
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