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South Korean police seek indictments of 7 transport ministry officials over Jeju Air crash
<img src="https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/a275c26/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4399x2931+0+1/resize/980x653!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F43%2F6f%2F692617329d91354e05165f7c6f13%2F9eff898736c045a095ded814d518ad51" width="100%"><small style="color: #999;">Rescue team members work at the site of a plane crash at Muan International Airport in Muan, South Korea on Dec. 31, 2024.
Read summarySmall plane crashes in water next to remote Alaska coastal town
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Read summaryYayoi Kusama, who splashed polka dots across art world, dies at 97 in Tokyo
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Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
From works of "self-obliteration" to polka dotted nudes, the pioneering artist developed a unique body of work likely to be relevant for years to come.
Read summaryQatar’s prime minister to visit Tehran, seeking to revive US-Iran talks
Sheikh Mohammed's visit comes as US-Israel war on Iran nears its sixth month with no diplomatic breakthrough in sight.
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At least one dead after car crashes into crowd in northern France
One suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.
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Palestinians mourn ‘Camel of Hardship’ artist Sliman Mansour
Palestinians have mourned prominent artist Sliman Mansour at a public funeral in the occupied West Bank.
Read summaryFederal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook denounces Trump’s mortgage fraud claims
The Trump administration has doubled down on its accusations against Cook, despite a Supreme Court ruling in her favour.
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At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria
Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.
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Man drives car into group of pedestrians in French city of Caen, killing one
A car ploughed into pedestrians in the French city of Caen late Wednesday, killing one person and injuring 10 others, including seven critically. Police detained a 26-year-old man after he fled the scene, while prosecutors said the incident was not currently being treated as terrorism.
Read summaryUS Army to spend $2 billion nuclear microreactors for bases
The US Army has announced a plan to install what it calls nuclear microreactors at five of its bases across the country. The move would ensure the facilities' energy independence from the rest of the electric grid.
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What we know about the environmental causes behind the Nepal landslide
Deadly floods along the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday highlighted the near-impossible task of predicting sudden landslides and mudflows in the Himalayas. Experts say the terrain can turn a blocked river into a devastating torrent within minutes, while climate change may be increasing the risks of such disasters.
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For Starry Waters and Tiny Glowing Squids, Head to These Best Places to See Bioluminescence
From the dazzling atolls of the Maldives to Mexican shores via the British Isles, these are the places to add to the bucket list for waters akin to starry skies.
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These Best Museums in Tokyo Showcase the Japanese Capital's Unparalleled Arts Scene
The capital's arts scene, like the city itself, marches to its own beat.
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Who is covered by credit card travel insurance?
No matter how carefully you plan your vacation, bad weather or mechanical delays can throw your trip off track without warning. That's why it's important to consider getting travel insurance to protect your trip.Thankfully, many of the top travel rewards cards on the market include various travel protections automatically when you use your card to pay for your trip.What is credit card travel insurance?Credit card travel insurance can come to the rescue when your carefully planned trip goes sideways.
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The Triumphant Return of the Airline Seatback Screen
In a rare win for passengers, US airlines are reversing course on the decision to eliminate seatback screens.
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I tried 11 coffees from Counter Culture, the accessible small-batch roaster converting coffee slobs to snobs
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‘9 to 5? She was full-on round the clock!’ Dolly Parton celebrated by kd lang, Peggy Seeger, Annie Lennox and more
<p>Musicians and performers pay tribute to the country legend who managed to be a generational talent, a formidable entrepreneur, a dedicated philanthropist and a truly kind person</p><p><em>Shirley Collins</em><em>, singer-songwriter</em></p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/26/9-to-5-she-was-full-on-round-the-clock-dolly-parton-celebrated-by-kd-lang-peggy-seeger-annie-lennox-and-more">Continue reading...</a>
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My mum has died – and there is one kind of response I can’t stand | Polly Hudson
<p>The platitudes, euphemisms and cliches are excruciating. But the people who say nothing at all are the worst</p><p>Luckily, I already knew having a comic thought at a tragic moment is a <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-humor-can-help-you-get-through-hard-times/" title="Protected by Outlook: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-humor-can-help-you-get-through-hard-times/. Click or tap to follow the link.">natural stress response</a>, or I might have worried.
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What to know about Hugging Face, the open-source AI startup reportedly catching Nvidia’s eye
New reports outline deal talks between the two companies as open-source AI technology comes more into focus.
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‘My main goal is to help people’: I’m single, 74, with $10 million burning a hole in my pocket. What should I do?
“I also own my home and an SUV outright, with no outstanding debt.”
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CrowdStrike’s stock soars after AI fuels the cybersecurity company’s ‘best quarter in history’
Shares of CrowdStrike Holdings were roaring after the cybersecurity company revealed a record-breaking quarter, one partially boosted by fears about the power of artificial intelligence.
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Experts' five tips to make a rented property feel like home
Experts share tips on how to make a flat or house feel like your own without annoying the landlord.
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Buss asks court to block siblings' vote to sell
In a petition filed in L.A. Superior Court, Jeanie Buss is challenging the legality of her siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining Lakers shares.
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Kuminga joining Wolves on 2-year, $12.4M deal
Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Timberwolves, which includes a player option, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania. Part of Minnesota's pitch is that Kuminga will fill the vacant starting power forward slot.
Read summaryGoodell discusses York arrest, says review ongoing
Commissioner Roger Goodell said the NFL is looking into whether 49ers owner Jed York will be punished for violating the league's personal conduct policy after he was caught in a prostitution sting in Ohio.
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Fearnley among Britons closing in on US Open place
Jacob Fearnley is among the British players who stand one win away from a place in the US Open main draw in New York.
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BA's Best Apple Pie
Claire Saffitz’s cardamom- and cider-spiked apple pie will rival any bakery version.
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Best Kitchen Scales, Tested Over a Decade of Baking (2026)
Psst: They’re not just for bakers.
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The Best High-Protein Meal Delivery Services for People With Good Taste (2026)
Because a high-protein diet doesn’t have to mean ground beef and rice.
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