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UPS plane crashes and explodes at a Kentucky airport, leaving at least 9 dead and others missing

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — First responders are searching for more victims Wednesday after a UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in a massive fireball at the company’s global aviation hub in Kentucky, killing at least nine people and injuring 11, authorities said. The plane crashed about 5:15 p.m.

FDA warns websites selling unapproved Botox

The Food and Drug Administration said it was taking action after receiving reports of injuries in connection with the products, including toxic side effects.

UPS, FedEx ground some cargo fleets after deadly Kentucky plane crash

Boeing, the manufacturer of the MD-11 aircraft, made this recommendation to FedEx and UPS "in an abundance of caution.

Washington's struggling economy takes another economic hit from the government shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — With the combination of the longest government shutdown, the mass firings of government workers and a fresh cut in federal food aid, the Capital Area Food Bank in Washington is bracing for the swell of people who will need its help before the holiday season.

Democrat Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey governor election

Congresswoman Sherrill defeated Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli and his running mate James Gannon.

Former Virginia teacher shot by student wins $10M in jury verdict

Abigail Zwerner was shot by one of her 6-year-old students in 2023. The bullet went through her hand and then narrowly missed her heart.

Jamaica struggles to remove debris from Hurricane Melissa as communities remain cut off

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — U.N. officials said Thursday that Hurricane Melissa flung nearly 5 million tons of debris across western Jamaica last week and warned it is preventing crews from delivering aid and restoring critical services quickly.

Around the world

Colombian artists transform Pablo Escobar's hippos and excesses into art

Colombian photographer Édgar Jiménez is showcasing his portrait of two hippos brought to Colombia by Pablo Escobar in the 1980s.

Hegseth applauds South Korea's plan to take larger role in defense against North Korean aggression

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth praises South Korea's plan to boost defense spending as the allies look to strengthen deterrence against North Korea.

Typhoon Kalmaegi rampages across Vietnam as the Philippines prepares for a new storm

DAK LAK, Vietnam (AP) — Typhoon Kalmaegi brought fierce winds and torrential rains to Vietnam on Friday, killing at least five people, flattening homes, blowing off roofs and uprooting trees.

North Korean and Russian military officials discuss further cooperation in Pyongyang

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Senior North Korean and Russian military officials discussed strengthening cooperation in their latest talks this week in Pyongyang, North Korean state media said Friday, as the two countries continue to align over Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum files complaint against man who groped her

"No man has the right to abuse women's personal space," said Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president.

Pakistan–Afghanistan peace talks in Istanbul fail amid rising border tensions

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Istanbul have ended without agreement, with the sides trading blame for the breakdown in negotiations aimed at easing border tensions and upholding a fragile ceasefire, officials said Saturday.

UK police release 1 of 2 men arrested over train stabbings and laud 'heroic' rail worker

LONDON (AP) — British police said Sunday that one of two men arrested in connection with a mass stabbing attack that spread fear and panic on a London-bound train a day earlier has been released without charge, and that one person, a “heroic” member of the railway staff, remains in a life-threatenin

Technology

Australia adds Reddit and Kick to social media platforms banning children under 16

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia has added message board Reddit and livestreaming service Kick to its list of social media platforms that must ban children younger than 16 from holding accounts.

3,000+ YouTube videos deliver malware disguised as free software

YouTube's Ghost Network spreads information-stealing malware through thousands of fake videos offering cracked software, using compromised accounts and fake engagement.

Palo Alto Networks readies security for AI-first world

AI momentum is building, and it’s transforming every industry. This is causing organizations to rethink their security strategies to account for the new challenges AI brings.

Malicious npm packages contain Vidar infostealer

Malicious code continues to be uploaded to open source repositories, making it a challenge for responsible developers to trust what’s there, and for CISOs to trust applications that include open source code.

Only 100 units of Secretlab's Lamborghini-inspired gaming chair have been made, and the brand is offering one last chance to get one for yourself

Secretlab is offering one last chance to snag its ultra rare Lamborghini gaming chair before it's gone for good.

How to watch Sao Paulo Grand Prix 2025 F1: free streams, schedule, weather forecast, Norris qualifies on pole for Saturday's Sprint race

All the ways to watch Sao Paolo Grand Prix live streams online and from anywhere, as Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen head to Interlagos, Brazil.

Sexual harassment in Mexico drives women to look for rides with other women

MEXICO CITY (AP) — When a male driver from a popular rideshare app asked Ninfa Fuentes for her phone number during a ride through Mexico City, she froze. But when he repeatedly pressed her about her Valentine’s Day plans, a rush of terror flooded her body.

Sports News

Miami Heat set franchise record with 53-point first quarter against Charlotte Hornets

MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Heat scored 53 points in the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, a franchise record for any quarter and the second-highest scoring opening period in NBA history.

NCAA revokes eligibility of 6 more college basketball players as it continues sports betting probe

The NCAA revoked the eligibility of six men’s college basketball players on Friday as a result of three separate sports-betting cases that involved a power-conference school and allegations of players throwing games to lose by more points than the spread.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott shares emotional message after losing teammate Marshawn Kneeland

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott mourned teammate Marshawn Kneeland’s death, saying he's carrying a “heavy, heavy heart" for all who loved him.

Sabalenka overcomes Anisimova and lines up Rybakina in title match at WTA Finals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka reached the title match at the WTA Finals for the first time in three years after overcoming Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in the semifinals on Friday. Sabalenka will play first-time finalist Elena Rybakina on Saturday. No.

After missing World Series for personal reasons, Dodgers' Vesia says his baby daughter has died

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia, who missed the World Series because of what the team said at the time was a “deeply personal family matter,” said on Friday his daughter, Sterling, has died.

Van Jones distances himself from CNN while making pro-Israel statements at antisemitism conference

Van Jones distanced himself from CNN while making pro-Israel statements at antisemitism conference, as he said he doesn't agree with everything CNN says or does.

NBA's new Europe-based league could launch in October 2027, though that remains uncertain

MILAN (AP) — The NBA is targeting October 2027 as a potential launch date for the new Europe-based league that it and FIBA have been working to make happen, a league official said Friday.

Politics News

Darryl Strawberry pardoned by Trump

President Donald Trump has pardoned former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry on past tax evasion and drug charges. Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star, struggled with legal and personal issues after his baseball career.

Trump adds gold-script signage outside of Oval Office

As President Trump departed the Oval Office on Wednesday for his trip to Florida, reporters could clearly tell what room he was exiting thanks to new signage added along the outside of the building.

Hegseth announces changes to military arms sales

Defense War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced changes to the United States' military sales Friday afternoon.

Tony Blain resigns from Poway City Council following recall election

Tony Blain, the embattled Poway councilmember who was the subject of Tuesday's recall election, has resigned from his position.

Trump yells at reporters first, then smooths things over: Jonathan Karl

ABC News correspondent Jonathan Karl says his professional relationship with Trump has been all over the road.

Politics Friday: With Election 2025 in rearview mirror, eyes are now on 2026

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst and his guests dive into the 2025 election results and look ahead to next year’s packed election roster.

Florida universities audited for wasteful spending practices

Back in February, Florida DOGE began its task of auditing state universities and colleges, looking for unnecessary spending, programs, staff, or other inefficiencies, and now the report is in.