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Pope Leo’s alma mater Villanova traveling to Rome for hoops doubleheader vs. Notre Dame
An hour after Robert Prevost was elected as the first American pope, Villanova's athletic director texted sports travel expert John Anthony with the idea.
AC Milan backs fan boycott over ‘excessive’ away ticket prices, warns of retaliation
AC Milan came out firmly in support of its fans protesting against excessive away ticket prices, threatening to retaliate against clubs it believes are unfairly charging Rossoneri supporters.
Burkina Faso’s parliament unanimously votes to reinstate the death penalty
The parliament in the West African junta-run nation of Burkina Faso has adopted a new penal code reinstating the death penalty for crimes including terrorism, espionage and treason.
In struggling L.A., Mayor Karen Bass fights for 2nd term against democratic socialist-backed Raman
To voter Roy Lyons, Los Angeles has been losing luster for years. A homeless crisis endures despite billions of dollars of spending. City Hall's budget keeps swelling - as do the taxes needed to support it.
Thousands of students and teachers march through Greek capital to protest high cost of living
Thousands of students and teachers marched through the streets of the Greek capital of Athens Wednesday, calling for affordable student housing and more state investment in education, as protests that have swept Europe spread further.
A ‘golden age’ vs. ‘we’re working on it’: Trump and Vance give different pitches on the economy
President Bill Clinton famously said he could feel voters' pain over the economy. But these days, when it comes to questions about high prices, President Donald Trump insists that the pain is his.
Malaysia bans civil servants from using navigation app Waze, citing data risks over Israeli links
Malaysia on Wednesday banned civil servants from using the navigation application Waze, citing data security concerns due to its Israeli links.
Pakistani authorities arrest man accused in $126 million U.S. postage fraud scheme
Pakistani authorities acting on intelligence arrested a man Tuesday accused of running an online counterfeit postage operation that U.S. prosecutors say caused more than $126 million in losses to the U.S. Postal Service, Pakistan's cybercrime investigation agency said.
AP Exclusive: Hungary’s Magyar vows accountability for Orban era while holding firm on migration
For Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar, defeating Viktor Orban in a landslide election was only the beginning. Less than six months into his term, his new government is pursuing former officials he accuses of corruption and abuses of power.
NFC East makes history with back-to-back winless weeks
The NFC East has traditionally been the marquee division in the NFL with established big brands with histories of success.
Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs
Doctors have amputated both of Australian federal lawmaker Helen Haines' legs as she remains in critical condition after being repeatedly hit by a car in an apparent act of political violence, her husband said Wednesday.
Taxpayers are funding private school tuition. It’s helping classical Christian schools expand
Keith Castello spends a lot of time praying about available real estate. Driving in his white pickup under a glaring Texas sun, the classical Christian school administrator points out empty office parks, a shopping mall, and an old church - all locations he is scouting for new Christian schools.
Florida puts 77-year-old man to death for a deputy’s killing in its 18th execution this year
Florida carried out its 18th execution of the year on Tuesday under Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis ' aggressive use of the death penalty in his final term.
Kempe scores two goals as Kings beat Capitals for their first win of season
Adrian Kempe scored twice and the Los Angeles Kings got their first win of the season, rallying from an early deficit to beat the Washington Capitals 5-2 on Tuesday night.
Paul George scores 38 points in a losing debut with the Celtics
Paul George looks like he's still got it.
New U.N. initiative will aim to tackle the military uses of AI
The United Nations is launching a new initiative on the military uses of artificial intelligence, aimed at addressing some dire concerns about the threat the rapidly developing technology could pose to humanity.
NBA season tips off with Pistons rallying to defeat Celtics, spoiling George’s debut
Javonte Green scored 19 points after not playing in the first half and Cade Cunningham finished with 22 points and eight assists, helping the Detroit Pistons come back and beat the Boston Celtics 121-113 on Tuesday.
University of Arizona student alleges she was sexually assaulted by 2 men at fraternity house
A sorority member at the University of Arizona has alleged she was sexually assaulted by two men at a fraternity house during a night of drinking in late August.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey spares death row inmate, citing doubts about evidence
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday commuted the death sentence of a death-row inmate after a number of former public officials, and the current district attorney, raised doubts about his conviction.
A New Jersey food importer files a lawsuit challenging Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
A New Jersey food importer filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging President Donald Trump's power to invoke a Depression-era law to levy a 50% tariff on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.
