We remember the storm. How about its lessons?
New Orleans and the Gulf Coast have rebuilt. But the questions Katrina raised in 2005 on climate, government…
Tracking Trump’s actions on tariffs, the environment, immigration, and more
The Trump administration is pursuing an active agenda on tariffs, regulatory rollbacks, and executive actions, often moving on…
What to know about the US warships sent to South America and reaction in Venezuela
WASHINGTON — The United States is boosting its maritime force in the waters off Venezuela to combat threats…
As Mavericks eye an extension for P.J. Washington, how does he fit into Dallas’ future?
The Dallas Mavericks have a couple items remaining on their offseason to-do list. Item No. 1: Cut or…
Van Gogh Museum may close if the Dutch government doesn’t help fund repairs
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The Amsterdam museum that displays a priceless collection of works by one of the…
What history tells us about the 2026 midterm elections
Since reentering the White House in January, President Trump has enjoyed the support of narrow but unified Republican…
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage slips to 10-month low
MCLEAN, Va. — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage slipped this week to its lowest level…
NIH funding and local employment
Funding levels for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have come under scrutiny since President Trump took office…
Climate change made deadly wildfires in Turkey, Greece and Cyprus more fierce, study finds
ATHENS, Greece — Climate change that has driven scorching temperatures and dwindling rainfall made massive wildfires in Turkey,…
Online age checks proliferating, but so are concerns they curtail internet freedom
Online age checks are on the rise in the U.S. and elsewhere, asking people for IDs or face…
Rwanda says 7 deportees arrived from the US in August under agreement with Washington
KIGALI, Rwanda — Seven migrants were transferred from the United States to Rwanda in August under a deportation…
Japan’s trade envoy postpones US trip as Tokyo wants faster action on tariffs deal
TOKYO — TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s top trade negotiator abruptly canceled a trip to Washington aimed at issuing…