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Stock market today: Wall Street pulls back from its record after a shaky day
March 08, 2024 21:54 - 57 secondsThe Wall Street rally ends on the final day of the trading week. (self open)
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, the Church of England uses funds to addresses historic links to slavery, LIberty University is fined for failing to disclose crime data, and chaplains may soon be a feature in Florida public schools.
March 08, 2024 21:42 - 1 minuteAP Religion Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports on: the Church of England addressing historic links to slavery, Liberty University fined for failing to disclose crime data, and chaplains may soon be a feature in Florida public schools.
Obesity drug Wegovy is approved to cut heart attack and stroke risk in overweight patients
March 08, 2024 20:50 - 39 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on a new benefit linked to a popular weight-loss drug.
Michigan school shooter's dad had his eye on new gun for 'quite some time,' shop worker says
March 08, 2024 19:55 - 52 secondsAP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on details surrounding the gun used by the Michigan school shooter.
Italians cut back on olive oil as prices surge, survey says. Producers are pushing back on that
March 08, 2024 19:48 - 49 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on olive oil, and what arguments over sales say about the much-loved stone fruits' role in Italian culture.
From ‘The Bodyguard’ to ‘Barbie’: Is the movie soundtrack back and bigger than ever?
March 08, 2024 19:35 - 50 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the soundtracks of the movies nominated for Oscars.
How do animals react during a total solar eclipse? Scientists plan to find out in April
March 08, 2024 19:34 - 55 secondsAP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on an animal's perspective of a solar eclipse.
Biden in a hot mic moment shows his growing frustration with Netanyahu over Gaza humanitarian crisis
March 08, 2024 18:00 - 57 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Biden's growing frustration with Israel's leader over the Gaza humanitarian crisis was caught on a hot mic after the State of the Union address.
Stephen Curry injures right ankle late in loss to Bulls
March 08, 2024 17:19 - 33 secondsAP correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports on a four-time NBA champion who's dealing with an injury.
Biden visiting battleground states and expanding staff as his campaign tries to seize the offensive
March 08, 2024 17:12 - 56 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Biden campaign is announcing a battleground state blitz as the president aims to sell the nation on his vision for a second term.
Increasing attacks on women in Kenya
March 08, 2024 17:07 - 1 minuteAP correspondent Donna Warder reports on International Women's Day, and how women in Kenya are making sure they have a voice when it comes to violence against women.
Trump attorneys post bond to support $83.3 million award to writer in defamation case
March 08, 2024 16:49 - 42 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on former President Donald Trump appealing a defamation lawsuit against him.
Suspected attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels sets off explosions ahead of a ship in the Gulf of Aden
March 08, 2024 16:14 - 38 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on the latest attack on ships in the Gulf of Aden.
Military's Ospreys are cleared to return to flight, 3 months after latest fatal crash in Japan
March 08, 2024 15:43 - 51 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the military's Osprey aircraft will return to flight after being grounded following a deadly crash in Japan.
They went to school but ended up as hostages. 287 children are missing in Nigeria's forests
March 08, 2024 15:43 - 41 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on the search for missing children after another mass kidnapping in Nigeria.
Stock market today: Wall Street adds to its records on hopes for easier interest rates
March 08, 2024 15:30 - 46 secondsAP correspondent Seth Sutel reports on early trading Friday morning.
US employers add a surprisingly strong 275,000 jobs in sign of continued economic strength
March 08, 2024 14:02 - 53 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports American employers kept hiring at a steady clip last month, in the latest sign of economic resilience.
US employers add a surprisingly strong 275,000 jobs in sign of continued economic strength
March 08, 2024 14:02 - 53 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports American employers kept hiring at a steady clip last month, in the latest sign of economic resilience.
The latest International Headlines
March 08, 2024 13:05 - 57 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a humanitarian corridor opening up for Gaza aid, a crackdown in Hong Kong, removing sexism in Ireland's constitution and the ongoing pain a decade later for the families of those lost on a Malaysia Airlines flight.
UNICEF: 230 million females are circumcised globally, 30 million more than in 2016
March 08, 2024 11:37 - 49 secondsAP correspondent Donna Warder reports on a United Nations report on female circumcision.
France to seal the right to abortion in its constitution as world marks International Women's Day
March 08, 2024 11:36 - 48 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on an Irish voite on home "duties" in the constitution.
A top EU official says a ship is leaving for Gaza as test of new humanitarian corridor
March 08, 2024 11:36 - 39 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a sea corridor for aid to Gaza.
A top EU official visits Cyprus to inspect preparation to supply to Gaza by sea
March 08, 2024 10:10 - 40 secondsAP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on international effortts to get aid into Gaza.
US jobs report for February is likely to show that hiring remains solid but slower
March 08, 2024 08:52 - 33 secondsAP correspondent Donna Warder reports, the Labor Department issues the February jobs report this morning.
Biden uses feisty State of the Union to contrast with Trump, sell voters on a second term
March 08, 2024 08:52 - 1 minuteAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Biden laced into his likely November opponent while delivering a defiant reelection appeal in last night's State of the Union address.
Nikola Jokic's triple-double helps Nuggets to season sweep of Celtics with 115-109 win
March 08, 2024 07:18 - 40 secondsIn a possible NBA Finals preview, the Nuggets outlasted the Celtics. Correspondent Bruce Morton has details from Denver.
Hollywood prepares for Sunday's Oscars
March 08, 2024 05:23 - 46 secondsAP correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on a preview for the Oscars.
Luka Doncic records fifth consecutive 30-point triple-double in Mavs' 114-108 win over Heat
March 08, 2024 05:20 - 41 secondsCorrespondent Bob Stevens reports on the Mavericks victory over the Heat.
Jeremy Swayman makes 28 saves, Bruins beat weary Maple Leafs 4-1 for 20th home victory
March 08, 2024 04:41 - 41 secondsThe Bruins earned their second win over one of their rivals in less than a week. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports from Boston.
Garnet Hathaway scores with 22 seconds left to lift Flyers past Panthers, 2-1
March 08, 2024 04:41 - 39 secondsCorrespondent David Schuster recaps the Flyers 2-1 win over the Panthers
President Biden to make 'unity agenda' appeal to Congress in State of the Union
March 07, 2024 23:15 - 56 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Biden will feature unifiying themes in his State of the Union address, while also drawing stark contrasts with the two parties' visions for America's future.
Jury hears frantic 911 call from Michigan school shooter's dad: 'I have a missing gun'
March 07, 2024 23:14 - 50 secondsAP correspondent Ed Donahue report another parent is on trial in connection with a deadly school shooting in Michigan.
Leafs join the NHL trade deadline party as Oilers and Avalanche make more moves
March 07, 2024 22:35 - 38 secondsCorrespondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports NHL teams remain active in the build up to Friday’s league-wide trade deadline.
Brayan Bello and Boston Red Sox agree to a $55 million, 6-year contract, AP source says
March 07, 2024 22:35 - 33 secondsCorrespondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports the Red Sox have inked a 24-year-old star prospect pitcher to a multi-year extension.
Stock market today: Wall Street sets another record as traders look ahead to easier rates
March 07, 2024 22:17 - 54 secondsAP correspondent Seth Sutel has the latest information on the financial markets for Thursday, March 7.
Fewer fish and more algae? Scientists seek to understand impacts of historic lack of Great Lakes ice
March 07, 2024 22:15 - 56 secondsAP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the impact of warmth along the Great Lakes.
Steve Lawrence, singer, entertainer and half of popular stage duo Steve & Eydie, dies at 88
March 07, 2024 21:19 - 41 secondsAP correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the death of singer-actor Steve Lawrence.
Why are clocks set forward in the spring? Thank wars, confusion and a hunger for sunlight
March 07, 2024 21:13 - 59 secondsSpring forward! AP correspondent Jennifer King reports with a little of the history behind Daylight Saving Time.
Biden will try to use State of the Union address to convince voters he deserves a second term
March 07, 2024 21:12 - 1 minuteAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Biden will make his reelection case tonight during the State of the Union address.
8 teens wounded by gunfire at Philadelphia bus stop in city's 4th transit shooting in as many days
March 07, 2024 21:02 - 47 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the search for suspects in a mass transit shooting in Philadelphia.
Average long-term US mortgage rate edges lower for the first time in five weeks
March 07, 2024 19:58 - 31 secondsAP correspondent Alex Veiga reports the mortgage rate average edged slightly down last week.
Federal Reserve's Powell: Regulatory proposal criticized by banks will be revised by end of year
March 07, 2024 19:37 - 55 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on the softening of a regulatory proposal aimed at preventing bank failures.
It's not just what Biden will say in State of the Union address, but how
March 07, 2024 18:14 - 45 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that as he prepares for tonight's State of the Union address, President Biden's aides and campaign are hoping it generates moments they can capitalize on during his reelection bid.
Biden will announce a plan for a temporary port on Gaza's coast to increase flow of humanitarian aid
March 07, 2024 17:14 - 39 secondsAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Biden tonight will introduce a new plan for boosting the humanitarian aid flow into Gaza.
Politicians seek new alliances to lead Haiti as gangs take over and premier tries to return home
March 07, 2024 17:13 - 55 secondsAP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on increased violence in Haiti.
Turkey struggles to stop violence against women. At least 71 have been killed this year
March 07, 2024 16:30 - 50 secondsAP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on high rates of femicide in Turkey.
Xcel Energy says its facilities appeared to have role in igniting largest wildfire in Texas history
March 07, 2024 16:28 - 53 secondsAP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports that a Texas utility is admitting a role in sparking the state’s worst wildfire.
It's not just what Biden will say in State of the Union address, but how
March 07, 2024 16:22 - 1 minuteAP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports there will be a lot of attention on how President Biden delivers tonight's State of the Union address.
US applications for jobless claims hold at healthy levels
March 07, 2024 15:58 - 38 secondsAP correspondent Rita Foley reports on the latest unemployment numbers.
Stock market today: Wall Street rises to send S&P 500 back toward record
March 07, 2024 15:45 - 48 secondsAP correspondent Seth Sutel reports momentum is building on Wall Street. ((self intro)) ((watch for dating))