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New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram dives for a loose ball against Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
A boy stands outside a flooded house on Thursday Oct. 24, 2024, after Tropical Storm Trami, locally named Kristine, dumped heavy rains at Libon town, Albay province, Philippines. (AP Photo/John Michael Magdasoc)
A man crosses a flooded rice field during rains on Thursday Oct. 24, 2024 after Tropical Storm Trami, locally named Kristine, dumped heavy rains at Libon town, Albay province, Philippines. (AP Photo/John Michael Magdasoc)
A man prays at the site of the Nova music festival, where hundreds of revelers were killed or kidnapped by Hamas, on the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah, marking one year in the Hebrew calendar since the attack, near Kibbutz Re'im, southern Israel near the Gaza Strip, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken departs for Doha, Qatar in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (Nathan Howard/Pool Photo via AP)
Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin attend a family photo ceremony prior to Outreach/BRICS Plus format session at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (Maxim Shipenkov, Pool Photo via AP)
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ELECTION-2024-TRUMP-KELLY — Vice President Kamala Harris says she believes Donald Trump “is a fascist” after his longest-serving chief of staff said the former president praised Adolf Hitler while in office and put personal loyalty above the Constitution. By Dan Merica. SENT: 1,420 words, photos, video, audio. WITH: ELECTION-2024-HARRIS-TOWN-HALL-MOMENTS — Kamala Harris went to a Philadelphia suburb for a CNN town hall, where she faced questions from undecided voters. (both sent). WITH: ELECTION-2024-HARRIS - Vice President Kamala Harris campaigns in Michigan. (upcoming)
ELECTION-2024-TRUMP — Republican Donald Trump is pushing supporters in Georgia to get out and vote for him in a state that could be crucial in the presidential election. He spoke Wednesday before a rally organized by Charlie Kirk, a conservative provocateur. Kirk is using his online presence and the organization he founded, Turning Point Action, to make himself one of the nation’s most recognizable conservatives. He is launching get-out-the-vote operations in key battleground states. By Bill Barrow and Jill Colvin. SENT: 1,170 words, photos, audio.
MIDEAST-WARS-LEBANON-THE-DISPLACED — Inside what was once one of Beirut’s oldest and best-known cinemas, dozens of Lebanese, Palestinians and Syrians displaced by the Israel-Hezbollah war now spend their time following the news on their phones, cooking, chatting or walking around to pass the time. Outside on Hamra Street, sidewalks are brimming with displaced people, and hotels and apartments are crammed with those seeking shelter. By Bassem Mroue. SENT: 950 words, photos. WITH: MIDEAST-WARS-THE-LATEST; MIDEAST-WARS — Palestinian medical officials say an Israeli strike on a school where displaced people were sheltering in the central Gaza Strip has killed at least 16 people. (sent)
ELECTION-2024-NORTH-CAROLINA-ABORTION — TikTok videos of women turned away from emergency rooms because of state abortion bans haunt one young female voter in North Carolina. Young women in the crucial swing state say abortion is the top issue that’s driving them to vote for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in November. Republicans, meanwhile, are shrugging off the abortion issue. They’re counting on voters’ economic worries to keep support strong for Republican Donald Trump, who narrowly won North Carolina in 2020. By Amanda Seitz and Darlene Superville. SENT: 1,880 words, photos, video. WITH: ELECTION-2024-NORTH-CAROLINA-ABORTION-TAKEAWAYS.
RUSSIA-BRICS — Russian President Vladimir Putin has presided over a closing session of a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, hailing its role as a counterbalance to the West. The three-day summit in the city of Kazan covered the deepening of financial cooperation, including the development of alternatives to Western-dominated payment systems, as well as settling regional conflicts and moving to expand BRICS. SENT: 450 words, photos.
BOEING-EARNS-STRIKE — Boeing factory workers voted against the company’s latest contract offer and remain on the picket lines six weeks into a strike that has stopped production of the aerospace giant’s bestselling jetliners. By Dave Koening and Manuel Valdes. SENT: 1,080 words, photos, video, audio.
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MIDEAST-WARS-FRANCE-LEBANON-CONFERENCE — France pledged to provide a 100-million euro ($108-million) package to support Lebanon at an international conference, as President Emmanuel Macron said “massive aid” is needed to support the country where war between Hezbollah militants and Israel has displaced a million people, killed over 2,500 and deepened an economic crisis. SENT: 820 words, photos.
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REL-UKRAINE-US-EVANGELICALS — Ukrainian evangelicals are lobbying their American counterparts for continued support of their homeland in its war with Russia. They have crisscrossed the U.S., visiting churches and Christian colleges, Capitol Hill and the Republican National Convention. They are making their appeals to American evangelicals who are influential within the Republican Party. UPCOMING: 1,340 words, photos by 8 a.m.
RUSSIA-NORTH-KOREA-TREATY — Russian lawmakers ratified a pact with North Korea envisioning mutual military assistance, a move that comes as the U.S. confirmed the deployment of 3,000 North Korean troops to Russia. SENT: 240 words, photos.
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BURUNDI-MELODIC-MEETING — A traditional form of musical greeting known to Burundians as akazehe is performed exclusively by women. But the practice of long embraces and call-and-response of “sweet words” is fading, despite its unique status in a country that’s better known for its world-famous percussionists. Cultural officials and others say the practice is worth preserving with its potential role in fostering social cohesion. By Rodney Muhumuza and Gaspard Maheburwa. SENT: 890 words, photos, video.
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ZOO-ELEPHANT-LAWSUIT — Should elephants have the same rights as people? A Colorado court may decide. SENT: 410 words, photos.
PEOPLE-CARDI-B — Cardi B says she’s hospitalized with medical emergency, will miss music festival. SENT: 140 words, photo.
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ELECTION-2024-POLICY — If the presidential election hinged on abortion or climate change, Kamala Harris might be feeling pretty comfortable about her chances on Nov. 5, based on the polls. The Democratic nominee is also competitive on economic issues against Republican Donald Trump. SENT: 980 words, photos.
ELECTION-2024-REPUBLICAN-LEGAL-OPERATION — The last time Donald Trump ran for president, some of the lawyers most directly involved in his efforts to overturn the election wound up disbarred, criminally prosecuted or sued for millions. This time, Republican party leaders are aiming to turn the page from that chaotic and failed effort and say they’ll have a professional legal operation. Democrats are warning of a renewed potential to undermine confidence in the electoral process. Republicans and Democrats are already fighting in court over election rules. SENT: 1,120 words, photos.
ELECTION-2024-FEMALE-GOVERNORS — None of the nation’s 12 female governors are up for reelection, but five women are competing as major party gubernatorial nominees in four states. Two of them are in New Hampshire, where Republican Kelly Ayotte and Democrat Joyce Craig hope to succeed Gov. Chris Sununu. Both candidates and many voters say gender is a nonissue, but it has influenced their approaches to reproductive health care. Both describe their miscarriages in campaign ads. SENT: 960 words, photos.
ELECTION-2024-MEDIA-EVOLVING-INFLUENCE — Donald Trump bypassed “60 Minutes,” but he’s sat down with the bros on various popular podcasts. Kamala Harris has similarly appeared on podcasts like “Call Her Daddy” and “All the Smoke.” Meanwhile, NPR, The New York Times, PBS and The Washington Post have all come up empty in their efforts to get in-depth interviews with the presidential candidates. The shortened general election campaign has led to intriguing changes in how the candidates deal with media, in many case sidelining the traditional giants to seek outlets where they can target specific audiences. By David Bauder. SENT: 1,190 words, photos.
HURRICANES-RUSSIAN-DISINFORMATION — New research shows Russia has worked to amplify false and misleading claims about the U.S. government’s response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton as part of the Kremlin’s efforts to manipulate Americans before the Nov. 5 election. The research comes from the London-based Institute for Strategic Dialogue. SENT: 840 words, photos.
NATIONAL-SECURITY-ARTIFICIAL-INTELLIGENCE — New rules from the White House on the use of artificial intelligence by U.S. national security and spy agencies aim to balance the technology’s promise with the need to protect against its risks. The rules being announced Thursday are designed to ensure that national security agencies can access the latest and most powerful AI while also mitigating its misuse. SENT: 330 words, photos.
EPA-LEAD-PAINT — The Biden administration is imposing strict new limits on dust from lead-based paint in older homes and child-care facilities. The move comes two weeks after it set a nationwide deadline for removal of lead pipes. SENT: 650 words, photos.
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NATIONAL
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COLORADO-DECOMPOSING-BODIES — Colorado funeral home owners accused of misspending nearly $900,000 in COVID-19 pandemic relief funds are expected to plead guilty to federal charges. Jon and Carie Hallford have been charged with 15 federal offenses related to defrauding the U.S. government and the funeral home’s customers. They are expected to plead guilty Thursday. Over 200 criminal counts are already pending against the couple. SENT: 400 words, photos.
AHMAUD-ARBERY-MURDER-CONVICTIONS — Three white men serving life sentences for chasing and killing Ahmaud Arbery are asking a Georgia judge for a new trial. A hearing was scheduled Thursday. A jury convicted Greg and Travis McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan of murdering the 25-year-old Black man in 2020. Their attorneys are making a range of arguments for a new trial, from a tainted jury to ineffective counsel for one of the men. SENT: 600 words, photos.
HURRICANE-HELENE-NORTH-CAROLINA-RELIEF — North Carolina state legislators are returning to work to consider further relief for recovery from Hurricane Helene. The Republican-dominated General Assembly scheduled a one-day session Thursday to consider additional funding and legislation. Four weeks ago, Helene tore across the Southeast. SENT: 360 words, photo.
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INTERNATIONAL
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ASIA-STORM — Widespread flooding and landslides set off by a tropical storm in the northeastern Philippines left at least 24 people dead, swept away cars and prompted authorities to scramble for motorboats to rescue trapped villagers, some on roofs. SENT: 500 words, photos, video. Find a selection of related photos in the the Asia storm photo collection in AP Newsroom.
INDIA-TROPICAL-STORM — Indian authorities have shut schools, evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and canceled trains in parts of the country as a tropical storm strengthens in the Bay of Bengal. Tropical Storm Dana has sustained winds up to 68 mph and is expected to intensify before pushing toward the eastern coastline, where it is set to make landfall late Thursday and early Friday. SENT: 290 words, photos.
KOREAS-TENSIONS — South Korea says trash carried by a North Korean balloon has fallen on the presidential compound in central Seoul. It’s the second time since North Korea began floating trash-carrying balloons toward South Korea since late May in a resumption of Cold War-style psychological campaign. South Korea’s presidential security service says the trash fallen on the presidential compound on Thursday morning carried no dangerous items. SENT: 600 words, photos.
REL-VATICAN-POPE-ENCYCLICAL — Pope Francis has issued the fourth encyclical of his papacy, denouncing a world that “is losing its heart” during times of global turmoil marked by “wars, socio-economic disparities and the uses of technology that threaten our humanity.” The social encyclical titled “Dilexit Nos,″ Latin for ”He Loves Us,” appeals to the faithful to “meditate” on Jesus’ love. SENT: 350 words, photos.
TURKEY-ATTACK — Turkey has struck suspected Kurdish militant targets in Syria and Iraq for a second day after a deadly attack on the premises of a key defense company. Drones belonging to the National Intelligence Organization on Thursday targeted numerous “strategic locations” used by the Kurdistan Workers’ Party, PKK, or its affiliates. SENT: 570 words, photos, video.
SAMOA-COMMONWEALTH-MEETING — Several Pacific island nations singled out Australia to do more to phase out fossil fuel exports during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting which opened in Samoa. SENT: 430 words, photos.
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OFF-THE-CHARTS-RETIREMENT-JOB-HOPPING — Switching jobs can be a great way to increase your pay, but make sure it doesn’t hurt your retirement savings. After switching to a new employer, a worker’s contributions to their 401(k) could drop sharply unless they take the extra step of signing up for the 401(k) plan and deciding how much of their paycheck to contribute. Many do not, and the total hit to a nest egg could reach $300,000. SENT: 480 words, photo.
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ENT-FILM-SAMUEL-L.-JACKSON — Samuel L. Jackson is the latest Hollywood legend to be honored at The Museum of Modern Art annual film benefit, joining the likes of other film industry giants including Martin Scorsese and George Clooney. The 16th annual benefit presented in partnership with Chanel raises money to preserve and bring movies into the museum’s collection. SENT: 610 words, photos.
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BBN-DODGERS-VALENZUELA-IMPACT-ON-LATINOS — For Mexicans and Mexican Americans, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela was a beacon of hope, inspiration and pride. With news of Valenzuela’s passing Tuesday night, many recall the times they watched baseball games at home with their parents simply because Valenzuela was playing, even those who were not sports fans. They say he opened doors for future generations of Mexicans. SENT: 960 words, photos.
BKN-WARRIORS-TRAIL-BLAZERS — Stephen Curry had 17 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds before sitting for the fourth quarter, and the Golden State Warriors opened the season with a 139-104 rout of the Portland Trail Blazers. SENT: 300 words, photos.
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New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram dives for a loose ball against Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
A boy stands outside a flooded house on Thursday Oct. 24, 2024, after Tropical Storm Trami, locally named Kristine, dumped heavy rains at Libon town, Albay province, Philippines. (AP Photo/John Michael Magdasoc)
A man crosses a flooded rice field during rains on Thursday Oct. 24, 2024 after Tropical Storm Trami, locally named Kristine, dumped heavy rains at Libon town, Albay province, Philippines. (AP Photo/John Michael Magdasoc)
A man prays at the site of the Nova music festival, where hundreds of revelers were killed or kidnapped by Hamas, on the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah, marking one year in the Hebrew calendar since the attack, near Kibbutz Re'im, southern Israel near the Gaza Strip, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken departs for Doha, Qatar in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (Nathan Howard/Pool Photo via AP)
Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin attend a family photo ceremony prior to Outreach/BRICS Plus format session at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (Maxim Shipenkov, Pool Photo via AP)
