Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here’s what to know
WASHINGTON (AP) — Flu is rising rapidly across the U.S., driven by a new variant of the virus…
China threatens detention in Xinjiang over banned Uyghur songs
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — It is a soulful folk song, filled with feeling and history: A love-stricken young…
41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremonies
JOHANNESBURG — At least 41 young men have died as a result of circumcision procedures as part of…
Top photos of the day by The Associated Press
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by…
Turkish police detain 357 suspects in raids against the Islamic State group
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish police carried out further large-scale operations against the Islamic State group across Turkey on…
Russia says its nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered service
Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service in Belarus, Russia’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday, as the…
Tens of thousands of Somalis protest Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Tens of thousands of Somalis gathered across the country Tuesday to protest Israel’s recognition…
Judge blocks White House’s attempt to defund the CFPB, ensuring employees get paid
NEW YORK (AP) — The White House cannot lapse in its funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau,…
Trump administration says it’s freezing child care funds to Minnesota
President Donald Trump’s administration announced on Tuesday that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota and demanding…
Italy’s Parliament approves 2026 budget with deficit-cutting measures
ROME — Italy’s Parliament on Tuesday approved the government’s 2026 budget, including deficit-cutting measures. The budget of about…
SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1
Starting Thursday, Americans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new restrictions on…
ICE doesn’t plan to detain Abrego Garcia again as long as judge’s order banning it stands
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — U.S. immigration officials do not plan to detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia again as long…