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US women are stocking up on abortion pills, especially when there is news about restrictions

New research shows thousands of women in the U.S. have stocked up on abortion pills just in case they need them.

Hawaii man accused of attempted murder steals car at gunpoint, dies after firefight with police

A Hawaii man wanted for attempted murder was fatally shot Monday by police after stealing a car at gunpoint and opening fire on officers.

Cities struggle as record numbers of migrants arrive

60 members of Congress are making the trip down to the U.S.-Mexico border this week. The trip comes as migrants continue to arrive at the Texas border in record numbers.

Costco rumored to be swapping food court item for 'behemoth' cookie

It’s the new year, and with it, it appears Costco is bringing a new item to its food court while also replacing another.

New owners of Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico ranch protest property value

The new owners of Jeffrey Epstein's "Zorro Ranch" property in New Mexico are protesting the property's value.

Lawsuit aims to keep Pennsylvania congressman off ballot over Constitution's insurrection clause

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A liberal activist asked a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday to bar U.S. Rep. Scott Perry from the state’s primary ballot, arguing that Perry isn’t eligible because of his efforts to keep President Donald Trump in office and block the transfer of power to Democrat Joe Biden.

Trump appeals Maine 14th Amendment ballot ban

Former President Trump on Tuesday appealed a decision kicking him off Maine’s primary ballot to state court, beginning the next phase of the consequential 14th Amendment case.

Around the world

Ethiopia and a breakaway Somali region sign a deal giving Ethiopia access to the sea, leaders say

Landlocked Ethiopia has taken the first steps toward gaining access to the sea, signing an agreement in the capital of Addis Ababa with the breakaway Somali region of Somaliland to access the Somaliland coastline.

Dancing Bears Festival in Romania draws global tourism each year

The Dancing Bears Festival in Comanesti, a small town in northeast Romania, attracts visitors from around the world. The annual event is rooted in a centuries-old tradition.

Peter Magubane, a South African photographer who captured 40 years of apartheid, dies at age 91

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Peter Magubane, a fearless photographer who captured the violence and horror of South Africa's apartheid era of racial oppression, and was entrusted with documenting Nelson Mandela's first years of freedom after his release from prison, has died. He was 91.

Chinese exchange student found in Utah mountains in suspected 'cyber kidnapping'

A foreign exchange student has been found after being reported missing last week, according to local authorities. The student, Kai Zhuang, had been staying with a host family in Riverdale, Utah, at the time of the incident. Riverdale Police said they received a report of a kidnapping Friday.

Just 15 percent of Israelis would keep Netanyahu as prime minister after war: Survey

Only 15 percent of Israelis want Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stay in his position after the war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas, according to a survey released Tuesday.

Photos, video: Japan hit by series of major earthquakes

The quakes, the largest of which had a magnitude of 7.6, started a fire and collapsed buildings on the west coast of Japan’s main island, Honshu. It was unclear how many people might have been killed or hurt.

Pakistan human rights body says an upcoming election is unlikely to be free and fair

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan’s independent human rights commission said Monday there is little chance of free and fair parliamentary elections in the country next month because of “pre-poll rigging.

Technology

From outdated to outstanding—revolutionizing manufacturing data centers

The data surge in manufacturing is reshaping operations, demanding timely access to data across diverse centers of data that are often housed in varying footprints, from small server rooms near the plant-floor to large colocated data centers.

Tech, biotech layoffs jolt Bay Area job market as staff cutbacks widen

Tech and biotech companies have revealed plans to slash the jobs of hundreds more of their Bay Area workers.

Total solar eclipse coming in 2024: Will we see it in Detroit, Michigan?

The first total solar eclipse since 2017 will cross North America in 2024, but not everyone will have the same view of it.

Google settles $5 billion privacy lawsuit over tracking people using 'incognito mode'

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google has agreed to settle a $5 billion privacy lawsuit alleging that it spied on people who used the “incognito” mode in its Chrome browser — along with similar “private” modes in other browsers — to track their internet use.

Shopping apps that share the most user data

New research across the privacy policies of the most popular shopping apps and websites shows three-quarters of them either share or sell customers’ sensitive information with third parties.

First 10 things to do if you got a new PC

Got a new PC? Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson is here with some suggestions to help you get things set up on your new device.

What’s new in Rust 1.75

The unique approach of the Rust programming language results in better code with fewer compromises than C, C++, Go, and the other languages you probably use. It also gets updated regularly, often every month.

Sports News

Antonio Gates, Julius Peppers headline 15 player finalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame

First-time candidates Antonio Gates and Julius Peppers joined nine returning finalists who advanced to the final stage of voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2024.

'100 percent false': Bills pass rusher Von Miller denies domestic violence allegations

Prosecutors in Dallas have not provided an update on their investigation since Miller turned himself in.

Christian McCaffrey will miss the 49ers regular-season finale but should return for playoffs

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — NFL leading rusher Christian McCaffrey will miss San Francisco's regular-season finale with a mild calf strain but should be ready to return for the playoffs. McCaffrey got hurt in Sunday's 27-10 victory at Washington that helped the 49ers clinch the No.

Yamamoto's contract with Dodgers includes 2 opt outs, but timing depends on elbow health

Yoshinobu Yamamoto will have two opportunities to opt out of his record $325 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, although the timing is tied to his pitching elbow’s health.

Kurtenbach: 5 under-the-radar free agents who could salvage the SF Giants’ offseason

SF Giants free agency: Forget Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, and Blake Snell — these are the free agents the Giants should pursue.

NFL hits Panthers owner David Tepper with massive fine after tossing drink on Jaguars fan

The NFL has disciplined Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper after he was seen tossing a drink on a Jacksonville Jaguars fan this past Sunday.

What Matthew Stafford said after seeing Lions get screwed vs. Cowboys -- again

Matthew Stafford knows more than most about what it’s like to be on the receiving end of a questionable call by refs during a Lions-Cowboys game.

Politics News

After a chock-full 2023, Walz predicts a limited to-do list for Minnesota lawmakers in 2024

From legalizing marijuana to protecting abortion access, DFLers passed loads of new laws last year. Lawmakers now have a month to get their agenda together for the 2024 session. Gov. Tim Walz joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what's in store for Minnesota in 2024.

DeSantis orders Florida Capitol to be lit garnet and gold 'as a mark of respect' for Florida State's undefeated football record, CFP snub

Related video above: FSU fans disappointed after being left out of CFP's Final Four TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) -- Florida Gov.

Judge dismisses three civil counts against Trump, others over death of Jan. 6 Officer Brian Sicknick

A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed most counts in a civil suit against Donald Trump and two other men in connection with the death of U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick.

What to know about changes to this year's FAFSA application for college students

A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis as the U.S. Department of Education works on a redesign meant to make it easier to apply.

State employees get reprieve from Nebraska Gov. Pillen's return-to-office order

Nebraska state government employees have been granted a temporary reprieve from Republican Gov. Jim Pillen's order unilaterally ending remote work.

To tackle poverty, more states will offer bigger child tax credits in 2024

The new benefits take a cue from a pandemic success story — when an expanded U.S. child tax credit briefly cut child poverty in half. Some states include immigrants and index credits to inflation.

Will Donald Trump stay on California's presidential primary ballot? Here's what a state official says

Maine and Colorado have decided to remove former President Donald Trump from its presidential primary ballots.