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The Revolutionary War’s chief villain is being rehabilitated — just in time for America’s 250th
LONDON (AP) — “Mad” King George III — the villain of “Hamilton,” “Schoolhouse Rock” and the Revolutionary War — has…
The Latest: Trump called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran
President Donald Trump confirmed he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy,” and that he’s unhappy that Israel’s fighting with…
Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 vehicles for a seat belt issue
Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a…
Lahn’s win in GOP primary for Iowa governor is a setback for Trump that could signal MAHA strength
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Businessman Zach Lahn’s win in Iowa’s Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump’s pick, Rep.…
Report: Disruption of Mideast energy supplies into next year would slam global economy
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Prolonged disruption of energy supplies from the Middle East due to the Iran war would deal…
New York City’s 9/11 memorial fundraises to educate youth with $25 million match from Mike Bloomberg
NEW YORK (AP) — The 9/11 Memorial and Museum has launched a $75 million fundraising campaign as the nonprofit tries…
Electric SUV showdown: Edmunds compares the revamped Toyota bZ to the Tesla Model Y
Once you’ve decided to buy an electric vehicle, the exciting but tricky part is choosing which one to get. For…
Today in History: June 3, the Zoot Suit Riots begin in Los Angeles
Today is Wednesday, June 3, the 154th day of 2026. There are 211 days left in the year. Today in…
The White House as a stage: Trump’s hosting streak meets America’s 250th birthday and the World Cup
When musical acts pulled out of a concert series marking America’s 250th anniversary, fearing it might be too closely tied…
Attitudes toward same-sex marriage and transgender issues are shifting, Gallup poll shows
A new Gallup poll finds support for same-sex marriage and relationships in the U.S. has stopped rising after two decades.…
Rare albino buffalo named after Donald Trump for its golden locks draws crowds at Bangladesh zoo
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — With his shock of golden hair and trim 700-kilogram (1,500-pound) build, Donald Trump has been drawing…
Macy’s raises annual outlook after the fourth straight quarter of sales gains
NEW YORK (AP) — Macy’s reported its fourth consecutive quarter of comparable sales gains as the department store said an…
UK orders Google to allow publishers to opt out of AI scraping for search summaries
LONDON (AP) — Google must allow news sites to opt out of having their online content scraped to feed AI…
Indonesia arrests former nutrition agency head and officials in corruption probe
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s recently dismissed head of the National Nutrition Agency was arrested on Wednesday on corruption charges…
Jill Biden says she’s sorry she didn’t talk more about son Hunter’s drug addiction
NEW YORK (AP) — Jill Biden says she’s sorry she didn’t talk more about her son Hunter’s drug addiction during…
Oil prices climb back toward $100, and the record-breaking rally for US stocks stalls
Oil prices are rising following the latest threats to the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and U.S. stocks are stalling near their records.…
George Santos reported to prosecutors over suspicious Kalshi trades, AP source says
A prediction market reported former U.S. Rep. George Santos to federal prosecutors after he boasted he’d be going to President…
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed Alabama to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s…
GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan draws an unusual opponent in Alaska’s primary — and he’s not happy about it
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is running for reelection in Alaska and faces a field of…
Videos showing groups of people entering NYC sewers at night baffle residents and investigators
NEW YORK (AP) — Mole people? Crocodile catchers? Mario brothers? A series of bizarre sightings of people popping in and…
Exit polls suggest landslide win by South Korea’s ruling liberal party in local elections
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Exit polls suggested that South Korea’s ruling liberal party was projected to win a landslide…
Iowa superintendent says 2 students were among victims in family mass shooting
MUSCATINE, Iowa (AP) — Two of the six people who died in a fatal shooting in Iowa on Monday that…
Ex-NY trooper sentenced to at least 2½ years in prison in chase that killed 11-year-old girl
KINGSTON, N.Y. (AP) — A former New York state trooper was sentenced Tuesday to 2½ to 7½ years in prison…
European Union observers reject Petro’s fraud claims, calling Colombia’s vote ‘transparent’
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The European Union’s Electoral Observation Mission to Colombia on Tuesday dismissed President Gustavo’s Petro’s claims of…
How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 6/2/2026
The U.S. stock market added to its records as winners of the artificial-intelligence boom keep driving higher. The S&P 500…
‘Out of my lane.’ Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room
WASHINGTON (AP) — He spoke fast, hammering through the Trump administration’s efforts to lower prescription drug prices, combat health care…
The show will go on: White House correspondents’ dinner rescheduled for July, with Trump attending
The White House Correspondents Association dinner has been rescheduled for July 24. The event was initially disrupted in April by…
Federal court hears arguments over efforts to halt Trump’s mail-in executive order
A federal judge has heard from voting rights groups and a coalition of two dozen states that want the courts…
Democrats hammer DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a heated Senate hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats hammered Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin Tuesday during a heated Senate hearing, calling his threats to…
Republicans consider next steps after scrapping of $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies
Senate Republicans are meeting to discuss next steps in a standoff with the White House. The Tuesday discussion comes after…
New York Democrats take first steps toward an aggressive 2028 redistricting plan
New York Democrats are wading into the national redistricting wars — just don’t expect a victory before this year’s midterm…
Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing…
Trump makes changes to steel, aluminum and copper tariffs
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday adjusted tariffs on some steel, aluminum and copper imports, lowering some…
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Paxton and Platner visit Washington to shore up support for their controversial Senate candidacies
WASHINGTON (AP) — Controversial U.S. Senate hopefuls Ken Paxton, a Republican from Texas, and Graham Platner, a Democrat from Maine,…
Extreme weather can whip up anxiety. A safety plan can help
Hurricanes, wildfires and other extreme weather events can cause anxiety that lasts even after they’re over. But mental health experts…
Trump administration proposes 25% tariffs on Brazil despite extensive US trade surplus
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil, charging that the world’s 10th-biggest economy engages…
Man who killed his girlfriend’s baby and threw the body in a pond is executed in Florida
STARKE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend’s infant daughter and throwing her body in…
New York sues over the Trump administration’s deal to end an offshore wind project
New York’s attorney general is suing the Trump administration over one of its deals to end an offshore wind project.…
Short seller Andrew Left convicted of securities fraud
A federal grand jury in California has convicted short seller Andrew Left of securities fraud. The Justice Department said Tuesday…
Blue Origin says rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and key launch pad parts
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin said Tuesday that last week’s rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and…
The Latest: Polls open for races across the US as a busy primary election day gets underway
For a state that’s home to Hollywood, there isn’t much star power in California’s gubernatorial race. It’s a somewhat different…
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