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Two children left with minor injuries after crash involving Carroll County school bus

Two kids were hurt after a crash involving a Carroll County school bus Monday morning, according to Virginia State Police.

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Two children left with minor injuries after crash involving Carroll County school bus

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15 minutes ago

Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard writing book on leaving Democrats

Tulsi Gabbard, the former Democratic representative from Hawaii who clashed often with her party and eventually left it, has a memoir coming out in October.

1 hour ago

Meta to buy VR startup Within after favorable court ruling

A federal judge has sided with Facebook parent Meta and cleared the way for the company to buy virtual reality startup Within Unlimited, the maker of the popular fitness app Supernatural.

2 hours ago

Lubomir Strougal, Czechoslovak communist leader, dies at 98

Lubomir Strougal, a Czechoslovak communist-era leader who served as prime minister for a record length of more than 18 years, has died.

3 hours ago

Aid, rescuers rushed to Turkey, Syria after deadly quake

Countries have rushed to dispatch aid, personnel and equipment to help rescue efforts in quake-stricken areas of Turkey and Syria.

5 hours ago

Spiritual advisers offering final comfort in execution rooms

For decades, Missouri executions played out in similar fashion: An inmate was strapped to a gurney in a drab room, alone except for the eyes of witnesses staring through thick glass as unidentified executioners administered the lethal chemical from behind a cinderblock wall.

5 hours ago

What to Watch: New political vibes this State of the Union

Expect lots of new faces and fresh political dynamics as President Joe Biden delivers this year’s State of the Union address.

6 hours ago

Spanish PM urges end to EU reliance on imported food, energy

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is urging the European Union to “reindustrialize” to end its dependence on energy, microchips and food from outside the bloc.

8 hours ago

Florida begins session on Disney district, migrant flights

Florida lawmakers are meeting to begin a state takeover of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district and expand a migrant relocation program.

8 hours ago

Russian forces keep up pressure as Ukraine anniversary nears

Officials in Ukraine say Russian forces are keeping Ukrainian troops tied down with attacks in the eastern Donbas region.

9 hours ago

Concern rises for lives of 2 Thai activists on hunger strike

Concerns about the condition of two hunger strikers in Thailand seeking political and judicial reforms have heightened as the hospital where the two women are being kept urgently summoned their parents.

10 hours ago

ChatGPT bot channels history to pen State of Union speech

A president's State of the Union address has a predictable formula.

10 hours ago

French parliament debates Macron's divisive pension bill

The French parliament has started debating President Emmanuel Macron’s unpopular pension reform proposals, which prompted strikes and large demonstrations in recent weeks.

10 hours ago

UK nurses, ambulance crews strike, straining health system

Tens of thousands of nurses and ambulance staff are walking off the job in the U.K. in what unions called the biggest strike in the history of the country's public health system.

11 hours ago

'Loophole' excuses WHO officials accused of misconduct

A confidential U_N_ report into the alleged missteps by senior World Health Organization staffers in how they handled a sexual misconduct case during an Ebola outbreak in Congo has found their response didn't violate the agency’s policies because of what some officials described as a “loophole.”.

11 hours ago

Greece: Snow reaches Acropolis, halts services

High winds and a cold snap in Greece have halted ferry services and highway traffic and dusted the Acropolis and other ancient monuments in Athens with snowy.

12 hours ago

Kosovo PM calls on West not to put pressure over Serb entity

Kosovar Prime Minister Albin Kurti has called on Western powers not to pressure his tiny Balkan country into accepting a contentious association of five Serb-majority municipalities that is ramping up tensions between Kosovo and Serbia.

13 hours ago

In pro-Putin Serbia, liberal-minded Russians seek a home

About 200,000 Russians have left their homeland for Serbia since the start of the war in Ukraine.

13 hours ago

China-Australia trade ministers hold 1st meeting since 2019

Australian and Chinese trade ministers are holding their first bilateral meeting since 2019 as Australia urges China to lift barriers that are costing exporters $14 billion a year.

13 hours ago

Subversion trial for Hong Kong political activists opens

Some of Hong Kong’s best-known pro-democracy activists have gone on trial in the biggest prosecution yet under a law imposed by China’s ruling Communist Party to crush dissent.

14 hours ago

India's aircraft carriers key to Indo-Pacific strategy

India is preparing to relaunch its INS Vikramaditya aircraft carrier after a major refit, a critical step toward fulfilling its plan to deploy two carrier battle groups as it seeks to strengthen its regional maritime power to counter China’s increasing assertiveness.

15 hours ago

Biden 2024? Most Democrats say no thank you: AP-NORC poll

A majority of Democrats now think one term is plenty for President Joe Biden, despite his insistence that he plans to seek reelection in 2024.

15 hours ago

Key Republican wants Ga. as early primary state — in 2028

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger wants his state to become an early presidential primary host — just not in 2024, as President Joe Biden and the Democratic Party are pushing.

15 hours ago

Sinema's split from Democrats shows party discord in Arizona

Democratic unity in Arizona helped the party pick up two U.S. Senate seats and the top three state offices over the last few years.

15 hours ago

North Korea party meeting set to discuss 'urgent' food issue

North Korea has scheduled a major political conference to discuss the “urgent task” of improving its agricultural sector.

16 hours ago

China accuses US of indiscriminate use of force over balloon

China has accused the United States of indiscriminate use of force in shooting down a suspected Chinese spy balloon, saying it seriously damaged both sides’ efforts to stabilize Sino-U.S. relations.

1 day ago

US officials offer Congress briefing on Trump, Biden papers

The Biden administration has offered to brief congressional leaders on its investigation into the classified documents found in the private possession of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

1 day ago

Balloon bickering over Biden's actions, China's intentions

Republican lawmakers are accusing China of deliberately surveilling sensitive U.S. military sites with a suspected spy balloon.

1 day ago

Biden's State of the Union to tout policy wins on economy

President Joe Biden will use his second State of the Union address on Tuesday to remind Americans of how their lives have been improved over his first two years in office, as he tries to navigate the tricky politics of a newly divided Washington.

1 day ago

Europe bans Russian diesel, other oil products over Ukraine

The European Union is launching its ban on imports of Russian diesel fuel.

1 day ago

Election skeptics slow to get sweeping changes in GOP states

Republicans in some heavily conservative states won their campaigns for secretary of state last year after claiming they'd make major changes aimed at keeping fraud out of elections.

1 day ago

It wasn’t me: Ex-UK PM Truss blames 'system' for her failure

Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss says her failure wasn’t her fault.

1 day ago

EU migration impasse leaves many refugees out in the cold

Many refugees and asylum-seekers are literally left out in the cold for months as the European Union fails to get its migration system working properly.

1 day ago

Ex-foreign minister will face diplomat for Cyprus presidency

Official voting results show that a center-right former foreign minister and a career diplomat backed by a communist-rooted party appear poised to battle it out for the presidency of ethnically divided Cyprus in a Feb. 12 runoff.

1 day ago

US states take control of abortion debate with funding focus

The U.S. abortion debate is shifting to funding as states take control of policymaking.

2 days ago

Eyes on the sky as Chinese balloon shot down over Atlantic

Eyes were locked on the Carolina skies Saturday as a suspected Chinese spy balloon ended a weeklong traverse over the U.S., drifted over the Atlantic Ocean and was shot down by a fighter jet.

2 days ago

How Democrats’ early-voting order in 2024 compares with 2020

The Democratic National Committee on Saturday approved a new calendar lineup for the early stages of the party’s presidential nominating contests in 2024.

2 days ago

Electronic pollbook security raises concerns going into 2024

High-profile problems involving electronic pollbooks in recent years have opened the door for those peddling election conspiracies.

2 days ago

State of the Union: Biden sees economic glow, GOP sees gloom

Going into Tuesday’s State of the Union address, President Joe Biden sees a nation with a glowing economic future.

2 days ago

US downs Chinese balloon, drawing a threat from China

China is threatening what it calls “further actions” after an American fighter jet shot down a suspected spy balloon off the East Coast of the United States on Saturday.

2 days ago

Sri Lanka marks independence anniversary amid economic woes

Sri Lanka has marked its 75th independence anniversary as a bankrupt nation, with many citizens angry, anxious and in no mood to celebrate.

2 days ago

China balloon: Many questions about suspected spy in the sky

The massive white orb that drifted across U.S. airspace and was shot down by the military has triggered a diplomatic maelstrom and blown up on social media.

2 days ago

Biden makes progress on 'unity agenda' outlined in 2022

A year ago, President Joe Biden used his first State of the Union address to push top Democratic priorities that were sure to face a battle in the narrowly divided Congress — tough asks like an assault weapons ban.

2 days ago

Dems reshuffle primaries to stress diversity over tradition

The Democratic Party has approved the reordering of its 2024 presidential primary.

2 days ago

Bolsonaro defends tenure, questions Brazil election defeat

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro spoke to hundreds of supporters at a property owned by former U.S. President Donald Trump Friday and did not discourage them from claiming he lost his election due to fraud.

2 days ago

Feds say cyberattack caused suicide helpline’s outage

A cyberattack caused a nearly daylong outage of the nation’s new 988 mental health helpline late last year, federal officials tell The Associated Press.

2 days ago

Biden, Cabinet visiting 20 states after State of the Union

President Joe Biden and his Cabinet will embark on a post-State of the Union “blitz” to visit at least 20 states next week to discuss his economic agenda after his Tuesday night address to Congress.

2 days ago

Chinese balloon high over US stirs unease down below

The Chinese balloon drifting high above the U.S. and first revealed over Montana has created a buzz down below among residents — and raised a chorus of alarm from elected officials.

3 days ago

G-7, Europe reach deal for price cap on Russian diesel

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says industrialized countries in the Group of Seven are imposing a price cap on refined Russian oil products such as diesel and kerosene, as part of a coalition that includes Australia and a tentative agreement from the European Union.

3 days ago

Treasury makes more electric SUVs eligible for tax credits

The Treasury Department said Friday it is making more electric vehicles — including SUVs made by Tesla, Ford and General Motors — eligible for tax credits of up to $7,500 under new vehicle classification definitions.

3 days ago

Family of Minneapolis man killed in no-knock raid sues city

The parents of Amir Locke, who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer when a SWAT team executed a no-knock search warrant one year ago, are suing the city and the officer.

No trans prisoners have attacked women, says justice minister

The justice secretary says none of five trans prisoners in women's units had convictions for violence against women.

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U.S. government should pay $14 trillion in reparations to Black Americans, say authors William Darity and Kirsten Mullen

The co-authors of "From Here to Equality" say the federal government should pay $14 trillion in reparations to Black Americans.

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The challenge of slicing the federal budget, visualized

It's much easier to cut spending in the abstract — particularly when there are things you won't touch.

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'Menopause leave' trial rejected by ministers

The women and equalities committee accuses the government of "glacial progress" on menopause.

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Japan PM says country on the brink over falling birth rate

Fumio Kishida says Japan is on the brink of not being able to function due to its falling birth rate.

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Brexit: Clash looms over plan to scrap EU-derived laws

Thousands of UK laws are due to expire automatically at the end of this year, prompting warnings from MPs.

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Rishi Sunak bows to Tory revolt over internet safety law

Tech bosses could face jail time for failing to protect children online, after a backbench rebellion.

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Jesus baptism site makeover aims to draw a million Christians in 2030

As pilgrims mark Epiphany, Jordan plans an ambitious project to upgrade place of Jesus's baptism.

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Lützerath: German coal mine stand off amid Ukraine war energy crunch

Activists and police are facing off in Lützerath, where diggers plan to expand a giant coal mine.

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NHS pay dispute: Health Secretary Steve Barclay hints at revised offer to unions

Writing in the Sunday Telegraph, Steve Barclay says he remains "ready to engage" with unions.

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Sri Lanka crisis: Parents forced to pick which child can go to school

The economic crisis may no longer make headlines but it has a devastating effect on education.

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Rishi Sunak: Hold me to account if NHS waiting lists don't fall

Rishi Sunak also makes pledges on the economy and small boat crossings in his first major speech of 2023.

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One million energy vouchers unclaimed in cold snap

Postal strikes may have added to delays in claims for energy support in December's sub-zero snap.

bbc.co.uk

Christian nationalists: Wanting to put God into US government

A right-wing Christian movement in the US is set on what it sees as its divine mission.

bbc.co.uk

Ministers to hold emergency Cobra meeting amid wave of strikes

The government will discuss contingency plans, including using the military to cover border staff.

bbc.co.uk

UK government may challenge Scottish gender change law

Legally changing gender is to become easier in Scotland but Westminster is not happy about the move.

bbc.co.uk

The local battles behind Tory housing divisions

Local housing targets are being watered down in the face of a Tory rebellion - but not everyone is happy.

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Strikes unfair at Christmas, Tory chairman Nadhim Zahawi says

Nadhim Zahawi says the military could be drafted in as part of plans to minimise strike disruption.

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China Covid protests: Fury and fear of virus puts Xi Jinping in a bind

For three years the patience of one billion Chinese was stretched with lockdowns - now it's snapped.

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Teachers to hold rolling strikes across Scotland next year

The Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) said industrial action over a pay dispute would intensify in the new year.

bbc.co.uk

Health Secretary Steve Barclay defends delay to social care cap

Steve Barclay says the delay is a "difficult decision" but will allow more funding for social care.

bbc.co.uk

Senate, House control is split. Can a divided government make progress?

Some voters said they cast ballots for Republicans because they wanted to end single-party Democratic control, but history shows that doesn’t always lead to progress.

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Hunt says UK in recession as economy set to shrink next year

The economy is forecast to contract next year due to the cost-of-living crisis.

bbc.co.uk

Climate change: Brazil's Lula to return to world stage at COP27

The Brazilian president-in-waiting is expected to say his country is a global player on climate again.

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UK zoonotic research site left to deteriorate - MPs

A lack of government investment in an animal disease lab is a threat to safety, a report says.

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Kate Winslet covers mum's £17,000 energy bill

The mother's bill was sky-high because she has to run life support equipment for her daughter, age 12.

bbc.co.uk

US midterms: What is divided government and what's the impact?

The Democrats currently control all three branches of government, but that could change after the US midterms.

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Michael Gove commits to 300,000 homes target

Former PM Liz Truss had cast doubt on the aim, saying she would scrap "Stalinist" housing targets.

bbc.co.uk

Ex-Tory home secretary Amber Rudd says Rwanda plan is 'brutal'

Amber Rudd says a scheme to send asylum seekers to Rwanda is also "impractical" and will not happen.

bbc.co.uk

What Dr. Oz said about abortion at the Pennsylvania Senate debate

He wasn’t saying a politician should join you on your doctor’s visit. He was saying politicians should be able to limit your care without meeting you at all.

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UK faces tougher austerity era, ex-Bank chief warns

Former Bank of England governor Lord King says people could face "significantly higher taxes".

bbc.co.uk

National Grid raises discounts for off-peak electricity use

Households will get a discount of £3 per kw/h instead of 52p off bills, National Grid says.

bbc.co.uk

Workers at breaking point over pay, TUC warns

The union body says UK employees are facing two decades of pay failing to keep up with price rises.

bbc.co.uk

Mini-budget U-turn on the table as pressure mounts

Discussions are ongoing but many Tory MPs believe a U-turn on aspects of the economic plan is now inevitable.

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Government plans cap on renewable energy revenues

Ministers say the move would ensure consumers and businesses pay a fair price for energy.

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SNP conference: Sturgeon will seek to exploit Truss's faltering start as PM

The SNP conference will hear much about the fallout from the UK government's tax cutting mini-budget.

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Britain reverses part of controversial tax policy that sent pound plunging

Kwasi Kwarteng, the chancellor, announced the government was abandoning plans to abolish the 45 percent tax rate for the highest earners amid widespread opposition.

washingtonpost.com

Cost of living: Young cancer patients 'in a desperate situation'

Young people with cancer say they are struggling with rent and bills because of soaring living costs.

bbc.co.uk

Keir Starmer: Government has lost control of economy

The Conservatives can never again claim to be a party of fiscal responsibility, Labour leader says.

bbc.co.uk

IMF gives damning verdict on Britain's tax cuts

The IMF says it "does not recommend large and untargeted fiscal packages" and that the U.K.'s latest economic measures will "likely increase inequality".

cnbc.com

Crown court roll-out of pre-recorded evidence in England and Wales complete

The justice secretary says it will spare rape victims the "additional trauma" of testifying in court.

bbc.co.uk

Inflation pushes debt interest payments to new record

Government borrowing reached £11.8bn in August, according to the Office for National Statistics.

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Italy elections: 'It'll break my heart if energy costs shut my historic shop'

Italian businesses fear politicians are failing to address the cost of living crisis ahead of elections.

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McDonald's to close for Queen's funeral on Monday

The fast food chain will shut all its restaurants until 5pm on 19 September.

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Energy bills could break firms, warns ex-chancellor

Alistair Darling says the new prime minister must quickly take "bold action" to help with soaring costs.

bbc.co.uk

UK spy agencies accused of tip-off that led to torture

Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist from Scotland, was seized by Indian police in 2017 and remains in jail.

bbc.co.uk

Arizona won't wait for feds, starts filling border wall gaps

Arizona began moving in shipping containers to close a 1,000-foot gap in the border wall near the southern Arizona farming community of Yuma on Friday, with officials saying they were acting to stop migrants after repeated, unfulfilled promises from the Biden administration to block off the area. The move by Arizona comes without explicit permission on federal land, with state contractors starting to move in 60-foot-long (18.3-meter-long) shipping containers and stacking two of the 9-foot-tall (2.7-meter-tall) containers on top of each other early Friday.

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People can't wait for energy help - Citizens Advice

The charity voices concerns of delaying support for households bracing themselves for energy bill hikes.

bbc.co.uk
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