Imam fatally shot outside a New Jersey mosque remembered for his community leadership
By Celina Tebor, Mark Morales, Emma Tucker and Zenebou Sylla, CNN (CNN) — Hassan Sharif, an imam who worked to keep his community safe, has…
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Ethnic armed group battling Myanmar’s military claims to have shot down an army helicopter
By GRANT PECK Associated Press BANGKOK (AP) — An ethnic minority armed group that is battling Myanmar’s military government says they shot down a…
Continue ReadingAfter tumbling in polls, Netanyahu clings to power and aims to improve political standing during war
By TIA GOLDENBERG Associated Press TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — In the wake of Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7 attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s days…
Continue ReadingTwo large offshore wind sites are sending power to the US grid for the first time
By JENNIFER McDERMOTT Associated Press For the first time in the United States, turbines are sending electricity to the grid from the sites of two…
Continue ReadingUS job openings fell slightly in November but remain high by historical standards
By PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s employers posted 8.8 million job openings in November, down slightly from October…
Continue ReadingFounder of retirement thoroughbred farm in Kentucky announces he’s handing over reins to successor
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press GEORGETOWN, Ky. (AP) — Two decades ago, Michael Blowen’s love for horses spurred him into a mid-life career…
Continue ReadingCuracao and St. Maarten to welcome new currency more than a decade after becoming autonomous
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A new joint currency will be launched this year for the Dutch Caribbean constituent countries of Curacao and St.…
Continue ReadingFour children killed as a fire tears through a multifamily home in Connecticut
By PAT EATON-ROBB Associated Press SOMERS, Conn. (AP) — A fire that raced through a two-family home in northern Connecticut on Tuesday night killed…
Continue ReadingHow to watch the Quadrantids, the first meteor shower of the year
By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — January kicks off with the Quadrantids, one of the quickest yet strongest meteor showers of the year. The…
Continue ReadingNATO to help buy 1,000 Patriot missiles to defend allies as Russia ramps up air assault on Ukraine
BRUSSELS (AP) — NATO says it will help buy up to 1,000 Patriot missiles so allies can better protect their territory as Russia ramps up its air…
Continue ReadingLegislators pay respects, eye gun laws as they reconvene following Maine’s deadliest mass shooting
By DAVID SHARP Associated Press AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Honoring victims, survivors and first responders following the deadliest mass shooting in…
Continue ReadingTaiwan reports China sent 4 suspected spy balloons over the island, some near key air force base
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says China sent four balloons over the island, three of which passed near to a key air force…
Continue ReadingFormer Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is indicted for allegedly insulting election officials
ISLAMABAD (AP) — A lawyer says a Pakistani court has indicted former Prime Minister Imran Khan in a contempt case for allegedly insulting election…
Continue ReadingHow Native familes make salt at one of Hawaii’s last remaining salt patches
By DEEPA BHARATH Associated Press HANAPEPE, Hawaii (AP) — The process of making salt from sea water is a lengthy and laborious one that requires…
Continue ReadingNative Hawaiian salt makers combat climate change and pollution to protect a sacred tradition
By DEEPA BHARATH Associated Press HANAPEPE, Hawaii (AP) — On a warm summer afternoon, Tina Taniguchi was on her hands and knees scraping dirt off…
Continue ReadingMeet the newest breed to join the American Kennel Club, a little dog with a big smile
By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — It’s small in stature, big on activity and known for a “smile,” and it’s ready…
Continue ReadingSure, it might be cold and dark, but traveling to wintry places can be magical
By BETH J. HARPAZ Associated Press Planning a trip this winter? Yes, it’s tempting to look for sunny spots where you can lie on a beach or play…
Continue ReadingEdmunds recommends the best vehicles for achieving your New Year’s resolutions
By DAN FRIO Edmunds Most of us struggle with making those New Year’s resolutions stick. This year, add some fuel — or even electricity — to…
Continue ReadingNew PGA Tour season starts with renewed emphasis on charity with Lahaina in mind
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer KAPALUA, Hawaii (AP) — The PGA Tour season starts at Kapalua and there’s a different feeling this year.…
Continue ReadingIran says at least 84 were killed in blasts at a ceremony honoring slain general
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran says twin bomb blasts killed at least 84 people at an event honoring a…
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