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August 20, 2025
Netanyahu attacks Australia for recognizing Palestinian state
Last week, Australia announced it would join Canada, France, and the U.K. in recognizing a Palestinian state at next month’s UN summit.
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August 20, 2025
A historic Swedish church embraces inclusion with minority languages
KIRUNA, Sweden (AP) — The members of Kiruna Church primarily worship in Swedish, their country’s main language.
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August 20, 2025
More enoki mushrooms recalled across Canada due to listeria contamination
The Gangrongtai branded Enoki Mushrooms were sold in Ontario as well as three other provinces.
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August 20, 2025
How to make climate-friendly and sustainable choices when shopping online
One way to be climate-friendly: Shop sustainably. But figuring out which products count as “sustainable” can be hard, especially when buying...
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August 20, 2025
Black Cowboy joy is spread by ‘Boots on the Ground’ viral line dance
NEW YORK (AP) — When Tre Little two-stepped in his cowboy boots at the BET Awards preshow this summer, he was overcome with joy and gratitud...
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August 20, 2025
An Italian funeral for a Palestinian woman evacuated from Gaza becomes a call to ‘make noise’
PONTASSERCHIO, Italy (AP) — Funeral services were held Wednesday for a young Palestinian woman who died in Italy shortly after being evacuat...
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August 20, 2025
Israel’s war conduct is condemned during Italian funeral for Palestinian woman evacuated from Gaza
PONTASSERCHIO, Italy (AP) — Funeral services were held Wednesday for a young Palestinian woman who died in Italy shortly after being evacuat...
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August 20, 2025
The Latest: Texas GOP poised to approve map gerrymandered for their advantage
The first domino in a growing national redistricting battle is likely to fall Wednesday as the Republican-controlled Texas legislature is ex...
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August 20, 2025
The Latest: Texas GOP has their quorum to vote on new gerrymandered district map
The Republican-controlled Texas Legislature is poised to vote soon on a redistricting plan that resulted from prodding by President Donald T...
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August 20, 2025
An unidentified flying object has crashed and exploded in Poland’s east
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — An unidentified flying object crashed into a cornfield and exploded in eastern Poland early Wednesday, the country's n...
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August 20, 2025
Poland calls a drone crash in the country’s east a Russian provocation amid peace talks
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland's defense minister said that a flying object that crashed and exploded in a cornfield in eastern Poland early W...
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August 20, 2025
U.S.-led coalition captures a senior Islamic State member in Syria
BEIRUT (AP) — A U.S.-led coalition captured a senior member of the Islamic State group in northwest Syria on Wednesday, state media and a wa...
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August 20, 2025
Ontario Universities’ double edged sword + Air Canada’s attempt to get passengers back up in the air
Here’s the latest on the financial challenges faced by Ontario universities as back to school nears, Air Canada’s efforts to get travellers...
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August 20, 2025
Rwanda-backed rebels killed over 140 civilians in eastern Congo, rights group says
DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Rwanda-backed rebels killed at least 140 people in farming communities in eastern Congo in July, a human rights group...
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August 20, 2025
Taiwanese court sentences ex-legislator’s son for illegal fuel transfers to North Korea
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — The son of a former Taiwanese legislator has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for a scheme that illegal...
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August 20, 2025
As hurricane season collides with immigration agenda, fears increase for those without legal status
If a major hurricane approaches Central Florida this season, Maria knows it's dangerous to stay inside her wooden, trailer-like home. In pas...
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August 20, 2025
Pakistan issues flood alert for southern districts as rescuers search for missing in the northwest
BUNER, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistan issued a flood alert Wednesday for some southern districts, warning of torrential rains, as rescue teams con...
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August 20, 2025
One person dead, another injured in shooting at Brampton home
Peel police investigators believe the shooting is an isolated incident.
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August 20, 2025
One person dead, another injured in Brampton shooting
Peel police investigators believe the shooting is an isolated incident.
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August 20, 2025
German foreign minister backs Israel and Palestine two-state solution during Indonesia visit
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — The foreign minister of Germany called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hama...
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August 20, 2025
Macron denounces Netanyahu’s ‘abject’ remarks that he fueled antisemitism
PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron denounced Netanyahu’s remarks as “abject” and “erroneous” in response to Israel Prime Minister...
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August 20, 2025
Pope calls for fasting and prayer for peace in Middle East and Ukraine as he returns to Vatican
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV asked people to fast on Friday to pray for peace and justice in the Middle East and Ukraine, issuing a spec...
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August 20, 2025
Authorities charge man suspected of planning attack in Germany, possibly targeting Israeli Embassy
BERLIN (AP) — German prosecutors announced terrorism charges Wednesday against a man who they say may have planned to attack the Israeli Emb...
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August 20, 2025
First domino in national redistricting fight likely to fall with Texas GOP poised for vote on maps
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The first domino in a growing national redistricting battle is likely to fall Wednesday as the Republican-controlled Te...
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August 20, 2025
Both parties expect a GOP map in Texas to clear a big hurdle in a national fight over redistricting
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Both parties expected Republicans to win an early round Wednesday in a growing national redistricting battle by pushing...
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August 20, 2025
Israel approves settlement project that could divide West Bank
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel gave final approval for a controversial settlement project in the occupied West Bank that would effectively c...
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August 20, 2025
Israel approves settlement project that could divide the West Bank
On Wednesday, the project received final approval from the Planning and Building Committee after the last petitions against it were rejected...
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August 20, 2025
NATO defense chiefs hold virtual meeting on Ukraine security guarantees
NATO defense chiefs were due to hold a virtual meeting Wednesday, a senior alliance official said, as countries pushing for an end to Russia...
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August 20, 2025
NATO defense chiefs hold a virtual meeting on security guarantees for Ukraine
Russia has repeatedly said that it would not accept NATO troops in Ukraine.
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August 20, 2025
NATO defense chiefs to hold a virtual meeting on security guarantees for Ukraine
Russia has repeatedly said that it would not accept NATO troops in Ukraine.
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August 20, 2025
NATO defense chiefs hold ‘candid discussion’ on security guarantees for Ukraine
Russia has repeatedly said that it would not accept NATO troops in Ukraine.
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August 20, 2025
Hit man who shot Eddie Melo to get fresh chance at parole
Charles Gagne’s earlier parole was revoked on Jan. 15.
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August 20, 2025
Ontario imposed strict background checks for people working with vulnerable kids — but some police forces are refusing to conduct them
Ontario imposed strict background checks for people working with vulnerable kids — but some police forces are refusing to conduct them
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August 20, 2025
Hundreds of historic tall ships are heading for Amsterdam for a maritime festival
AMSTERDAM (AP) — A flotilla of hundreds of historic ships was heading into Amsterdam on Wednesday, kicking off a five-day festival celebrati...
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August 20, 2025
Hundreds of historic tall ships are arriving in Amsterdam for a maritime festival
AMSTERDAM (AP) — Crowds packed vantage points along a major canal Wednesday to watch a flotilla of hundreds of historic ships sail into Amst...
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August 20, 2025
Bus crash in Afghanistan kills more than 70 Afghans returning from Iran
A bus crash in northwestern Afghanistan killed at least 79 people returning from Iran, including 19 children, an official said.
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August 20, 2025
See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP’s photojournalists
Aug. 13-19, 2025
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August 20, 2025
Israel plans a new phase of war in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel is preparing to launch an expanded military operation in Gaza City, possibly in the coming days, even as negotiators...
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August 20, 2025
Israel mobilizes thousands of reservists for new fighting in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel is preparing to launch an expanded military operation in Gaza City, possibly in the coming days, even as negotiators...
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August 20, 2025
Israeli military will call up 50,000 reservists as it plans new phase of war in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli military official said on Wednesday that the country’s top generals had approved plans to begin a new phase of o...
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August 20, 2025
Israel to mobilize tens of thousands of reservists for expanded Gaza operation
It comes as human rights groups warn that a humanitarian crisis could worsen in Gaza, where most residents have been displaced, vast neighbo...
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August 20, 2025
Record rains bring Mumbai to a standstill, in photos
MUMBAI, India (AP) — The monsoon season has brought parts of Mumbai, India’s financial and entertainment capital, to a halt.
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August 20, 2025
Netanyahu brands Australia’s Albanese ‘weak’ over Palestinian state recognition
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday brushed off accusations from his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netan...
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August 20, 2025
Villagers offer harrowing accounts of one of the deadliest attacks in Sudan’s civil war
CAIRO (AP) — When Ahlam Saeed awoke last month to the sound of gunfire and roaring vehicle motors, the 43-year-old widow rushed outside her...
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August 20, 2025
Summer celebrations meet closed beaches and warnings on US East Coast due to Hurricane Erin
RODANTHE, N.C. (AP) — From Florida to New England, people trying to enjoy the last hurrahs of summer along the coast were met with rip-curre...
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August 20, 2025
Photos of Pakistan honoring a Sufi saint with drumming, dancing, and bright lights
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — Drumming, dancing, and bright lights. Pakistan’s centuries-old tradition of honoring Sufi saints comes alive during...
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August 20, 2025
In Kenya’s capital, a new Rastafari temple shows the movement’s endurance
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — At a recent opening of the newest Rastafari place of worship just outside Kenya’s capital, some of the faithful gather...
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August 20, 2025
9/11 victims’ fund architect slams changes to New Hampshire abuse settlement program
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — An attorney who helped design and implement the 9/11 victims’ compensation fund says New Hampshire lawmakers have erode...
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August 20, 2025
It’s the time of year for Cape Verde hurricanes, the longest and most powerful storms
They are the hurricanes of legend, the bowling balls that cross the entire Atlantic Ocean, menaced ships of yore and make the long, curved l...
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August 20, 2025