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US moves to advance prisoner swap deal with Iran and release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has cleared the way for the release of five American citizens detained in Iran by issuing a blanket waiver for international banks to transfer $6 billion in frozen Iranian money from South Korea to Qatar without fear of U.S. sanctions.

New COVID-19 vaccines: US approves updated doses to rev up protection this fall

U.S. regulators have approved updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, shots aimed at revving up protection this fall and winter.

Texas AG Ken Paxton's affair took a toll on office, a former staffer says at impeachment trial

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — One of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton 's former staffers testified Monday that the Republican's extramarital affair took a toll on employees who had to work long and odd hours because of the secret relationship that is now a factor in his impeachment trial.

Disney to release a $1,500 movie box collection for 100th anniversary

The entertainment giant announced plans to release a Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection featuring 100 animated movies from Disney and Pixar, along with other collectibles.

'My heart's gone': Family loses mom to catastrophic childbirth complication

"It's rare that it happens and almost always fatal, and in our case it was," the woman's mother said.

Ken Jennings to host 'Jeopardy!' as Hollywood strikes continue

"Jeopardy!" is back in production for its 40th season, which means it's all about Ken Jennings. Amid the ongoing writers' strike, production of the game show continues.

McCarthy juggles a government shutdown and a Biden impeachment inquiry as the House returns for fall

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is a man who stays in motion — enthusiastically greeting tourists at the Capitol, dashing overseas to the G7 summit of industrial world leaders, and raising funds back home to elect fellow Republicans to the House majority.

Around the world

Cotton: Biden’s decision to release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds ‘shameful’ 

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) on Monday led Senate Republican critics in panning the Biden administration’s decision to release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds in exchange for the release of five American detainees, calling the move “shameful.

Flooding in eastern Libya after weekend storm leaves 2,000 people feared dead

CAIRO (AP) — Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya that swept away entire neighborhoods and wrecked homes in multiple coastal towns in the east of the North African nation. As many as 2,000 people were feared dead, one of the country's leaders said Monday.

A drone attack on an open market has killed at least 43 people in Sudan as rival troops battle

CAIRO (AP) — A drone attack Sunday on an open market south of Sudan's capital, Khartoum, killed at least 43 people, activists and a medical group said, as the military and a powerful rival paramilitary group battle for control of the country.

Sri Lanka's president will appoint committee to probe allegations of complicity in 2019 bombings

Sri Lanka's President announced his intention to establish a committee that will be tasked with investigating allegations presented in a British television report in 2019.

US and UK holding UN screening of documentary on Russia's siege of Ukrainian city of Mariupol

The United States and Britain have invited ambassadors, journalists and others to a U.N. screening of the award-winning documentary “20 Days in Mariupol” which follows a trio of Associated Press journalists during Russia’s siege of the Ukrainian port city in the early days of the war.

Kim Jong Un believed to be traveling to Russia in luxury train

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s trip to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin is shrouded in secrecy.

What to know about a major rescue underway to bring a US researcher out of a deep Turkish cave

A major rescue operation is underway in Turkey’s Taurus Mountains to bring out an American researcher who fell seriously ill nine days ago, about 1,000 meters — or 3,000 feet — from the entrance of one of world’s deepest caves.

Technology

Windows 11 Insider Previews: What’s in the latest build?

The Windows 11 2022 Update has been released, but behind the scenes, Microsoft is constantly working to improve the newest version of Windows.

Appeals court scales back order squelching Biden administration contact with social media platforms

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court Friday significantly whittled down a lower court's order curbing Biden administration communications with social media companies over controversial content about COVID-19 and other issues. The 5th U.S.

A look back at every iPhone ever

The iPhone redefined the term “cell phone.” Apple’s trademark product revolutionized the mobile phone industry, shifting from flip phones and keyboards to large screens and powerful cameras.

Is Alexa secretly listening to your private conversations?

Amazon Alexa always seems be listening in, even on private conversations. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how to keep your talks private.

Court sides with Norwegian regulator's $100K daily fine imposed on Meta over ad privacy concerns

NEW YORK (AP) — Meta lost a legal battle Wednesday to halt a Norwegian ban on its advertising practices that came with hefty daily fines, in a blow to the U.S. social media giant’s business model.

Enterprise DPU advances are spurred by AI, security, networking apps

The use of data processing units (DPU) is beginning to grow in large enterprises as AI, security and networking applications demand greater system performance. Much DPU development to date has been aimed at hyperscalers.

Expert: 'Sharenting' puts kids at risk of being exploited with AI

So-called "sharenting" is putting kids at risk of being exploited with artificial intelligence, an expert warns.

Sports News

Neymar breaks Pele's Brazil goal-scoring record in 5-1 win in South American World Cup qualifying

SAO PAULO (AP) — Neymar eclipsed Pelé as the top goal scorer for Brazil’s national team after overtaking the three-time World Cup winner's career total on Friday.

Judge rules for Oregon State and Washington, says departing Pac-12 schools can't hold meeting

A judge has granted a request by Oregon State and Washington State for a temporary restraining order to prevent departing Pac-12 schools from meeting until it can be determined who has the right to be on the disintegrating conference’s board of directors.

FOX 5’s Chrissy Russo throws first pitch at Padres game

FOX 5’s Chrissy Russo took the mound Wednesday at Petco Park to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Kurtenbach: Brandon Aiyuk was money in Week 1. That could mean big things — and big bucks — for the 49ers receiver

Brandon Aiyuk looks ready to join the NFL's elite receivers in production and salary — and the Niners love it.

USF scores 1st win of Golesh era with 38-24 victory over FAMU

In front of an enthusiastic Raymond James crowd of 36,495, the USF Football team posted its first win under first-year head coach Alex Golesh Saturday as the Bulls downed Florida A&M 38-24. The Bulls are now 1-1.

Bulldog Insider feature: QB1 Mikey Keene

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE) - On December 17th, 2022, Fresno State beat Washington State in the LA Bowl. Mikey Keene watched that game on TV.

Damar Hamlin highlights importance of CPR in new PSA

Buffalo Bills' player Damar Hamlin is partnering with the American Heart Association to encourage fans to learn CPR. The safety collapsed on the field during Monday night football last season.

Politics News

Mike Lindell angered over 'lumpy pillow' remark in heated deposition

MyPillow businessman Mike Lindell went after and repeatedly insulted attorneys questioning him over claims the 2020 election was fraudulent in newly released video of his deposition, in which the prominent Republican donor and conspiracy theorist yells and curses at them.

FAQ: How the IRS is using AI to crack down on tax evasion

Those making less than $40,000 don't have to worry, according to the IRS — their audit rates won't change. But here's who could be affected.

MTG on 9/11 says states ‘should consider’ secession over Biden border policies

Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., said Monday that "states should consider seceding from the union" over President Biden’s policies on the U.S.-Mexico border.

Marine Capitol rioter gets 1 hour of community service for each of 279 Marine Civil War casualties

WASHINGTON (AP) — One of three active-duty Marines who stormed the U.S. Capitol together was sentenced on Monday to probation and 279 hours of community service — one hour for every Marine who was killed or wounded fighting in the Civil War. U.S.

At the G20, Biden joins forces with India and the Middle East, sidelining China

President Joe Biden and other world leaders announced a new corridor to link India with the Middle East and Europe. It's one of several initiatives aimed at countering China's Belt and Road Initiative.

How Lindsey Graham escaped charges in Georgia 

A long-awaited Georgia grand jury report released Friday provides a look at how Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) avoided being charged in Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis's (D) election interference case against former President Trump and 18 other defendants.

Paxton empathized with Nate Paul’s distrust of law enforcement because of his own indictment, whistleblower testifies

Mark Penley testified that Paxton made numerous negative comments about the Texas Department of Public Safety because of his 2015 securities fraud case. “He doesn’t trust the [DPS] director and he feels like they ran a corrupt investigation on him,” he said.