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Timberwolves take down Suns 120-95 in Game 1 behind 33 points from Anthony Edwards
April 20, 2024 23:25 - 47 secondsThe Timberwolves strike first in their opening-round series. AP correspondent Dave Ferry reports.
Brice Turang and Jackson Chourio hit back-to-back homers as Brewers beat Cardinals 12-5
April 20, 2024 23:24 - 42 secondsThe Brewers power past the Cardinals in St. Louis. Correspondent Mike Reeves reports.
Caballero's tiebreaking double in the 10th lifts Rays past Yankees 2-0
April 20, 2024 21:28 - 43 secondsThe Rays break through late in a win against the Yankees. AP correspondent Dave Ferry reports.
Donovan Mitchell scores 30, Cavaliers open playoffs with tough-minded 97-83 win in Game 1 over Magic
April 20, 2024 20:54 - 44 secondsThe Cavaliers are victorious in their playoff opener. AP correspondent Dave Ferry reports.
On this week's AP Religion Minute, Israelis prepare for a somber Passover, and Hindu nationalists expect a strong showing in India.
April 20, 2024 20:31 - 56 secondsAP correspondent Walter Raftliff has the AP Religion Minute, focusing on a somber Passover, and Hindu nationalism.
The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle. Next is the Senate
April 20, 2024 20:31 - 56 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the House passage of a $95 billion foreign aid package that benefits Ukraine, Israel and other allies.
A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 60 hours — a new global chess record
April 20, 2024 18:43 - 44 secondsAP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on a Nigerian chess champion, in New York, in an effort to reach a world record.
Record Store Day celebrates indie retail music sellers as they ride vinyl's popularity wave
April 20, 2024 17:33 - 59 secondsAP correspondent Kendria LaFleur reports on record store events around the country today (Saturday), to celebrate the annual Record Store Day.
London police apologize after threatening to arrest 'openly Jewish' man near pro-Palestinian protest
April 20, 2024 15:23 - 45 secondsAP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on the aftermath of London police threatening to arrest a Jewish man at a pro-Palestinian march last week.
Melania Trump is set to make a return to her husband's campaign with a rare political appearance
April 20, 2024 15:21 - 54 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on Melania Trump’s return to her husband’s presidential campaign, with a weekend fundraising event.
Moscow says 50 Ukrainian drones shot down as attacks spark fires at Russian power stations
April 20, 2024 14:35 - 40 secondsAP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russia's energy infrastructure
Man who set himself on fire outside Trump trial dies of injuries, police say
April 20, 2024 14:27 - 52 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the death of the man who set himself on fire outside the New York City courthouse where Donald Trump is on trial.
Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza city of Rafah kills at least 9 Palestinians, including 6 children
April 20, 2024 13:56 - 59 secondsAP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on an Israeli airstrike in Rafah and the rising tensions in the Middle East.
Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline
April 20, 2024 13:05 - 1 minuteAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the Senate approving the continuation of a controversial surveillance program.
Ingram, Valanciunas lift Zion-less Pelicans past Kings and into the playoffs
April 20, 2024 04:59 - 45 secondsThe Pelicans reach the first round despite being without their star forward. AP correspondent Dave Ferry reports.
Braves' Travis d'Arnaud hits first 3 HRs of season, including go-ahead slam, in 8-3 win over Rangers
April 20, 2024 04:16 - 43 secondsThe Braves' starting battery leads a win against the Rangers. Correspondent Gary McKillips reports.
Juan Soto's 3-run homer in 5-run 7th inning lifts Yankees over Rays 5-3
April 20, 2024 03:17 - 43 secondsThe Yankees have the big hits in their win against the Rays. Correspondent Tom Mariam reports.
The Heat are headed to Boston after ousting the Bulls 112-91 in East play-in finale
April 20, 2024 02:50 - 41 secondsNo Jimmy Butler, no problem as the Heat set up an Eastern Conference Finals rematch with their Play-In Tournament victory. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
Brayan Bello allows 1 hit in 6 innings as Red Sox breeze past Pirates 8-1
April 20, 2024 02:35 - 37 secondsThe Red Sox easily win the opener of their series in Pittsburgh. Correspondent Josh Rowntree reports.
USC cancels graduation keynote by filmmaker amid controversy over decision to drop student's speech
April 20, 2024 01:53 - 36 secondsAP correspondent Norman Hall reports on the growing controvery about the University of Southern California's commencement.
Oklahoma City bombing still 'heavy in our hearts' on 29th anniversary, federal official says
April 20, 2024 00:57 - 43 secondsAP correspondent Norman Hall reports on the anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing
Final jurors seated for Trump's hush money case, with opening statements set for Monday
April 19, 2024 23:09 - 35 secondsAP correspondent Norman Hall reports on an appeal attempt by Donald Trump's lawyers.
Biden’s new Title IX rules protect LGBTQ+ students, but avoid addressing transgender athletes
April 19, 2024 23:07 - 50 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports the Biden administration is beefing up protection for LGBTQ+ students, and sexual assault victims on school campuses
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and 'American Idol' alum, dies at 47
April 19, 2024 22:32 - 46 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the death of a Grammy-winning Christian music artist who had competed on 'American Idol' in 2006.
Olympic torch makes Acropolis overnight stop a week before handover to Paris organizers
April 19, 2024 21:55 - 39 secondsThe Olympic flame is spending the night at the ancient acropolis in Athens a week before its handover to Paris 2024 organizers. AP's Lisa Dwyer has the details.
Stock market today: Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to the finish line of another losing week
April 19, 2024 21:32 - 40 secondsAP correspondent Damian Troise has the AP Markets Report for Friday afternoon, with tech stocks taking a tumble.
National Guard delays Alaska staffing changes that threatened national security, civilian rescues
April 19, 2024 20:53 - 47 secondsSome Alaska National Guard staffing changes are on hold, for now, due to National security and civilian safety concerns. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports
Israelis prepare for a somber Passover, and Hindu nationalists expect a strong showing in India
April 19, 2024 19:47 - 2 minutesAP correspondent Walter Ratliff has this week's Religion Roundup.
Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward
April 19, 2024 16:46 - 54 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports a rare burst of bipartisanship has helped the House advance an aid package for Ukraine and Israel toward a final weekend vote.
Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber as Moscow's missiles kill 8 Ukrainians
April 19, 2024 15:59 - 36 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Ukraine's forces may have downed one of Russia' strategic bombers.
FAA investigating after it says a flight told to cross a runway where another was starting takeoff
April 19, 2024 15:20 - 40 secondsAP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports two airplanes nearly missed each other at an airport near Washington D.C.
Man detained after police operation at Iranian consulate in Paris
April 19, 2024 14:01 - 31 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a probe at Paris' Iranian embassy.
AP Explains: 4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday
April 19, 2024 13:58 - 1 minuteAP correspondent Donna Warder reports on what's known as 4/20.
5 Japanese workers narrowly escape suicide bombing that targeted their vehicle in Pakistan
April 19, 2024 13:57 - 44 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a dramatic escape in Paklstan.
Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site
April 19, 2024 13:55 - 54 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports neither side is saying much amid Israel apparently carrying out a strike in Iran.
Indians vote in the first phase of the world's largest election as Modi seeks a third term
April 19, 2024 13:14 - 32 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports voting has kicked off in the India elections.
Indonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash danger
April 19, 2024 12:05 - 38 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on tsunami fears on Indonesia's Sulawesi Island.
Finding an apartment may be easier for California pet owners under new legislation
April 19, 2024 11:21 - 1 minuteProposed legislation in California would make it easier for prospective tenants with pets to find rental housing.
Russia pummels exhausted Ukrainian forces with smaller attacks ahead of a springtime advance
April 19, 2024 10:03 - 37 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Ukraine could face a Russian springtime advance.
Chicago's response to migrant influx stirs longstanding frustrations among Black residents
April 19, 2024 09:47 - 47 secondsAP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the Black community in Chicago, and how some say the needs of recently-arrived migrants are being put ahead of their needs.
Iran fires air defense batteries at Isfahan air base and nuclear site after drones spotted
April 19, 2024 09:47 - 43 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Mideast tensions ramp up after strikes.
MacKinnon has 2 assists, breaks franchise's single-season points mark as Avs beat Oilers 5-1
April 19, 2024 07:20 - 39 secondsThe Avalanche prepped for the postseason by blowing out the Oilers. Correspondent Bruce Morton reports from Denver.
Iran fires air defense batteries in provinces as sound of explosions heard near Isfahan
April 19, 2024 03:04 - 39 secondsAP correspondent Ben Thomas reports that Iranian media are reporting explosions across the country.
Butler, Williamson injuries are part of story for Heat-Bulls and Kings-Pelicans play-in finales
April 19, 2024 00:15 - 31 secondsJimmy Butler and Zion Williamson are among stars set to be sidelined for NBA’s play-in tournament games. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh has the details.
NHL team moving from Arizona to Salt Lake City will have a name starting with Utah
April 19, 2024 00:15 - 33 secondsThe Coyotes are officially leaving Arizona for their neighbors to the north. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh has the story.
Ex-youth center resident testifies that counselor went from trusted father figure to horrific abuser
April 18, 2024 23:58 - 37 secondsDavid Meehan ((MEE'-uhn)), the man who blew the lid off decades of abuse allegations at what was then called the Youth Development Center in New Hampshire became emotional as the trial continues in the first case to be filed. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
Kansas GOP congressman Jake LaTurner is not running again, citing family reasons
April 18, 2024 23:50 - 33 secondsAP correspondent Norman Hall reports the resignation of another GOP representative from Congress
US vetoes widely supported UN resolution backing full UN membership for Palestine
April 18, 2024 23:01 - 29 secondsThe United States has vetoed a widely backed U.N. resolution that would have paved the way for full United Nations membership for a state of Palestine. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
12 jurors have been picked for Donald Trump's hush money trial. Selection of alternates ongoing
April 18, 2024 22:57 - 45 secondsAP correspondent Norman Hall reports 12 jurors have been picked for Donald Trump's hush money trial.
Rural Texas towns report cyberattacks that caused one water system to overflow
April 18, 2024 22:25 - 44 secondsSeveral small Texas towns say their water systems were hacked. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.