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The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started
Science
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says
Technology
China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last? From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
World
Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Sports
Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon
Political
Britain’s new prime minister has a chance to reset ties with the White House – but a range of thorny issues and the US election make it more tricky Britain’s new prime minister has a chance to reset ties with the White House – but a range of thorny issues and the US election make it more tricky Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon
Health
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer
Economy
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week
Environment
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate
Education
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students
Entertainment
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Local
Los Angeles' secret spots locals love to keep hidden Los Angeles' secret spots locals love to keep hidden Discover diverse hotels in Los Angeles for every traveler's dream experience Discover diverse hotels in Los Angeles for every traveler's dream experience Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels
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World UFO Day is being celebrated amid a surge in sightings and government studies on unidentified flying objects

July 02, 2024
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Arthur Crudup: What to know about the bluesman who wrote Elvis's first hit and barely got paid

Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup helped invent rock ‘n’ roll

July 02, 2024
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Arthur Crudup wrote the song that became Elvis' first hit. He barely got paid

Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup helped invent rock ‘n’ roll

July 02, 2024
Arthur Crudup wrote the song that became Elvis' first hit. He barely got paid
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Liberty University agrees to unprecedented $14 million fine for failing to disclose crime data

The U.S. Department of Education says Liberty University has agreed to pay an unprecedented $14 million fine after the large Christian school in Virginia failed to disclose information about crimes on campus

March 05, 2024
Liberty University agrees to unprecedented $14 million fine for failing to disclose crime data
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Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptance

The city of Norfolk, Virginia, has repealed a 45-year-old ban on palm reading and clairvoyance for money

June 14, 2024
Virginia city repeals ban on psychic readings as industry grows and gains more acceptance
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Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battle

Political observers have already placed their bets on U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, predicting the Democrat will win his third term in November

June 05, 2024
Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battle
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5 things to know about Memorial Day, including its evolution and controversies

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members

May 23, 2024
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Ship that struck Baltimore bridge had 4 blackouts before disaster. Here's what we know

The Dali container ship experienced a near perfect storm of calamities before it struck Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in March

May 15, 2024
Ship that struck Baltimore bridge had 4 blackouts before disaster. Here's what we know
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Deepfake of principal's voice is the latest case of AI being used for harm

The most recent criminal case involving artificial intelligence emerged from a high school in Baltimore County, Maryland

April 29, 2024
Deepfake of principal's voice is the latest case of AI being used for harm
Education|News|Technology

Athletic director used AI to frame principal with racist remarks in fake audio clip, police say

Authorities in Maryland say a high school athletic director used artificial intelligence to impersonate a principal on an audio recording

April 25, 2024
Athletic director used AI to frame principal with racist remarks in fake audio clip, police say
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How O.J. Simpson burned the Ford Bronco into America's collective memory

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April 13, 2024
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What do a top-secret CIA mission and the Maryland bridge wreck have in common? Well, the same crane

A floating crane that’s been hauling away shattered steel from a collapsed Baltimore bridge played a much different role during the Cold War

April 03, 2024
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Debate emerges over whether modern protections could have saved Baltimore bridge

A debate has emerged over whether modern safety protections could have saved a Baltimore bridge after it was struck by a cargo ship

March 27, 2024
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Presidents Day: From George Washington's modest birthdays to big sales and 3-day weekends

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life

February 17, 2024
Presidents Day: From George Washington's modest birthdays to big sales and 3-day weekends
Economy|Education|News|Science

Charlotte, a stingray with no male companion, is pregnant in her mountain aquarium

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February 13, 2024
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Reluctant pastor's son to most-viewed preacher: Shooting puts new spotlight on Osteen

The pastor who leads the Houston megachurch where a woman opened fire on Sunday is one of the most familiar faces in American religion

February 12, 2024
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Toby Keith wrote all kinds of country songs. His legacy might be post-9/11 American anger

Country music fans are celebrating Toby Keith's rich collection of songs in the wake of his death from stomach cancer

February 09, 2024
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They opened a Haitian food truck. Then they were told, 'Go back to your own country,' lawsuit says

The owners of a Haitian food truck are suing a small town in Virginia over allegations that a town councilman cut the food truck's water line and screamed, ‘Go back to your own country

February 09, 2024
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She bought a colorful vase at Goodwill for $3.99. The rare piece sold at auction for $107,000

A woman who bought a vase for $3.99 at a Virginia thrift store recently sold it for $107,000

December 19, 2023
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Norfolk, Virginia, approves military-themed brewery despite some community pushback

A military-themed brewery will open in Virginia despite some community opposition

December 13, 2023
Norfolk, Virginia, approves military-themed brewery despite some community pushback
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Military-themed brewery wants to open in a big Navy town. An ex-SEAL is getting in the way

A former U.S. Navy SEAL who says he shot Osama bin Laden is at the center of a much different fight over plans to open a military-themed brewery in Norfolk, Virginia

December 10, 2023
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Mother of 6-year-old boy who shot teacher gets 21 months for marijuana use while owning a gun

The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in a Virginia classroom has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for using marijuana while owning a gun

November 15, 2023
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Siemens Gamesa scraps plans to build blades for offshore wind turbines on Virginia's coast

A European company has cancelled plans to build blades for offshore wind turbines in coastal Virginia

November 10, 2023
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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old can proceed with $40 million lawsuit, judge rules

A judge in Virginia has ruled that a teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student in class can press forward with a $40 million lawsuit

November 03, 2023
Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old can proceed with $40 million lawsuit, judge rules
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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old can proceed with $40 million lawsuit, judge rules

A judge in Virginia has ruled that a teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student in class can press forward with a $40 million lawsuit

November 03, 2023
Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old can proceed with $40 million lawsuit, judge rules

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