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US military veteran accused of having explicit images of a child apparently joined Russian army

BOSTON (AP) — A U.S. Air Force veteran who fled a charge of possessing sexually explicit images of a child told his lawyer he joined Russia’s army, and video appears to show him signing documents in a military enlistment office in Siberia.

East Palestine residents unhappy with Norfolk after settlement

"Norfolk Southern, you better move that settlement another zero, decrease the radius and offer lifetime health care.

Denver makes major shift in migrant response by extending support to six months but limiting spaces

DENVER (AP) — Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced a major shift Wednesday in the city's response to the migrant crisis, extending support to six months but with only about 1,000 spaces.

Norfolk Southern agrees to $600M settlement in fiery Ohio derailment. Locals fear it’s not enough

Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement for a fiery February 2023 train derailment in Ohio, but residents worry the money not only won’t go far enough to cover future health needs that could be tremendous but also won't amount to much once divvied up.

Speaker Johnson to meet with Trump, offers Marjorie Taylor Greene advisory role as own job teeters

WASHINGTON (AP) — His job on the line, House Speaker Mike Johnson is dashing to Florida to meet with Donald Trump this week and has offered far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene a seat on his own “kitchen cabinet” as he draws closer to the MAGA forces that now dominate the GOP.

Arrest warrant out for Chiefs player Rashee Rice after Dallas crash

The Dallas Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice concerning the six-car crash in Dallas on March 30.

State dinner for Japan attracts top figures from business, politics and even an ex-president

WASHINGTON (AP) — Top figures from business, sports and politics — including an ex-president — turned up for Wednesday's state dinner honoring Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida as the White House served up its maximum dose of pomp to honor a close U.S. ally.

Around the world

Guatemala's president issues natural disaster declaration as 44 forest fires rage on

Guatemala’s president Bernardo Arévalo has issued a natural disaster declaration as 44 forest fires burn across the country; claims 80% of blazes were set by humans.

March in Highland Park calls for release of hostages in Israel and Hamas war

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Chicago's Jewish community gathered Sunday in Highland Park to mark six months since the start of the Israel and Hamas war. Those gathered called for the estimated 120 hostages left in Gaza to be released.

The Latest | Israeli strike kills 3 sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed three sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, according to Israel's army and the militant group's official media, with Haniyeh accusing Israel of acting in “the spirit of revenge and murder.

Fierce earthquake rattles Taiwan, killing 9 and injuring more than 1,000

HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan Wednesday morning, killing nine people, stranding dozens at quarries and a national park, and sending some residents scrambling out the windows of damaged buildings.

Argentina's police step up their response to growing anti-government protests

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — A confrontation between Argentine authorities and anti-government protesters angered by President Javier Milei's spending cuts escalated on Wednesday, as protesters blocking the capital's key thoroughfare were forcibly dispersed and eight of the movement’s participants

The world's oldest man says the secret to his longevity is luck, plus regular fish and chips

The world’s oldest man says the secret to his long life is luck, moderation — and fish and chips every Friday.

EU lawmakers approve an overhaul of migration law, hoping to deprive the far right of votes

BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union lawmakers approved Wednesday a major revamp of the bloc’s migration laws, hoping to end years of division over how to manage the entry of thousands of people without authorization and deprive the far right of a vote-winning campaign issue ahead of June elections.

Technology

Brazil Supreme Court justice orders investigation of Elon Musk over fake news and obstruction

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A crusading Brazilian Supreme Court justice has included Elon Musk as a target in an ongoing investigation over the dissemination of fake news, and has opened a separate investigation into the U.S. business executive for alleged obstruction.

Boston Aquarium's Long-Time Resident Ancient Sea Turtle Passes Health Check

Myrtle, the beloved green sea turtle at New England Aquarium in Boston, has remained in great physical condition after more than 50 years of delighting visitors.

Congressional Task Force Aims to Keep Pace with AI Advancements

Twelve members of Congress have joined a new commission to spearhead the House's efforts in exploring the transformative possibilities of AI.

Google global affairs chief says global alignment on AI ‘going surprisingly well’ 

Kent Walker, Google's president of global affairs, said Wednesday that global alignment on how to govern artificial intelligence (AI) has gone “surprisingly well” as regulators race to keep up with the rapidly advancing technology. "I would say they are going surprisingly well, actually.

Tesla settles lawsuit over man's death in crash caused by semi-autonomous driving software

Tesla has reached a settlement with the family of a Silicon Valley engineer who was killed in a car accident while using the company's semi-autonomous driving technology.

Navy Announces New Science and Technology Strategy

Navy Secretary Carlos del Toro reveals partnership with Office of Naval Research, Naval Postgraduate School, U.S Naval Academy, and Naval War College to advance science and technology initiatives.

Russia aborts planned test launch of new heavy-lift space rocket

Russian space officials have aborted a test launch of a new heavy-lift rocket from a far-eastern launch pad just two minutes before the planned blastoff.

Sports News

CMU Softball helps make Challenger Baseball a success

The streaking Colorado Mesa softball team took a break from winning games to help special needs baseball players have the time of their lives.

Arkansas hires John Calipari to coach the Razorbacks, a day after stepping down from Kentucky

Arkansas has hired John Calipari as men’s basketball coach, a day after the Hall of Fame coach stepped down from the Kentucky program he led to the 2012 NCAA championship.

Rower Kara Kohler punches her ticket to the 2024 Summer Olympics

Rower Kara Kohler punched her ticket to Paris on Sunday in Sarasota. She will be representing the United States in the Olympics for the third time in her athletic career (2012, 2020, and 2024).

South Carolina finishes perfect season with NCAA championship, beating Clark and Iowa 87-75

CLEVELAND (AP) — Kamilla Cardoso delivered once again for Dawn Staley and South Carolina. A perfect finish. A dynasty. A team too big for Caitlin Clark and Iowa this time around.

Morel's slam propels Cubs to bounceback win in San Diego as long road trip continues

SAN DIEGO (AP) — This time, the Chicago Cubs would not let a lead get away. Scoring four runs with one swing of the bat sure helped.

As many cities sour on hosting the Olympics, Salt Lake City's enthusiasm endures

Many other past Olympic hosts around the world have decided in recent years that bringing back the Games isn’t worth the money or hassle.

Oakland B’s hustle to get new Raimondi Park stadium ready before first game

Come the first week of June, Oakland's newest baseball team hopes to greet fans with a site worthy of their attendance.

Politics News

San Diego County GOP chair resigns after endorsement switch-up

The chair of the Republican Party of San Diego County has been ousted amid controversy surrounding an attempt to withdraw their endorsement of Andrew Hayes in the race for California's 75th State Assembly District in favor of Carl DeMaio.

Henry Foster III assumes seat on San Diego City Council

Henry Foster III was sworn into the San Diego City Council Monday afternoon, marking the end to the reshuffling in city hall following Nathan Fletcher's resignation from the Board of Supervisors amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

Biden could miss deadline for the November ballot in Alabama, Ohio

President Joe Biden could be left off the ballot in Alabama, the state's elections chief said Tuesday, because the state's certification deadline comes several days before the Democratic Party's convention.

Trump says Arizona went too far with abortion law: 'That will be straightened out'

Former President Trump said Wednesday Arizona had gone too far after the state Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld an 1864 law that made performing abortion a felony.

3 leaders emerge in Las Vegas mayor's race; most voters against funding A's stadium

Three candidates for Las Vegas mayor have separated themselves from the field, but the majority of voters remain undecided as the June 11 primary election nears, according to a new Emerson College Polling/KLAS-TV/The Hill survey released Thursday.

Speaker Johnson to delay sending Mayorkas impeachment to Senate

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has agreed to Senate conservatives' request that he delay sending two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas until next week. The House had been slated to send the articles to the Senate on Wednesday.

Biden visits Chicago for fundraiser

CHICAGO — Once again Chicago is in the national political spotlight with President Joe Biden visiting the city to fill up his campaign coffers and supporters stepping up work on this summer’s nominating convention. On Monday, Biden touched down in Chicago for a high-dollar fundraiser.