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By DAVID KLEPPER WASHINGTON (AP) — After a little less than a year, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is ending the work of a task force she created to look at big changes to the U.S. intelligence community. Related Articles Homeland Security officials voice concerns about looming shutdown Crowded Democratic field in California governor’s…
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United States’ Chloe Kim competes during the women’s snowboarding halfpipe qualifications at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) United States’ Chloe Kim celebrates during the women’s snowboarding halfpipe qualifications at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) United States’ Chloe…
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By STEPHEN WHYNO, AP Hockey Writer MILAN (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon knew he wouldn’t make Canada’s 2014 Olympic team as an 18-year-old NHL rookie, while Germany’s Leon Draisaitl and Czechia’s David Pastrnak were still a year away from being drafted. Related Articles Spanish skater says it’s ‘amazing’ to bring Minions to Olympic ice after music…
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By JAMES ELLINGWORTH MILAN (AP) — The Minions made it. Related Articles Winter Olympics: Chloe Kim goes for record 3rd halfpipe gold medal Olympic fans hunt for plushies of mascots Milo and Tina as they fly off shelves Lemley, Kauf take gold and silver for US in women’s moguls Norwegian biathlete regrets tearful TV confession…
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By JOSEPH WILSON LIVIGNO, Italy (AP) — Some saw it as a ground-breaking moment for transgender athletes when freestyle skier Elis Lundholm competed at the Winter Olympics. As for Lundholm? He’s just focused on the sport. “I haven’t really thought about it that much,” the 23-year-old Swede told reporters after finishing 25th in the women’s…
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By JEFFREY COLLINS COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Alex Murdaugh has admitted he is a thief, a liar, an insurance cheat, a drug addict and a bad lawyer. But even from behind bars he continues to adamantly deny he is a killer. Related Articles As ICE expands, an AP review of crimes committed by agents shows…
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You’re more likely to find California houses owned by investors in the state’s more affordable communities. That’s what my trusty spreadsheet found after reviewing a BatchData report from the third quarter of 2025 that calculates investor ownership of houses and townhomes nationwide. Investors in this study include everything from giant companies controlling thousands of houses…
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By DEE-ANN DURBIN, AP Business Writer Kraft Heinz said Wednesday it’s pausing its plans to split into two companies. Steve Cahillane, a former Kellogg Co. chief who became CEO of Kraft Heinz on Jan. 1, said he wants to ensure that all of the company’s resources are focused on profitable growth. “I have seen that…
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By QUINN GLABICKI CLAIRTON, Pa. (AP) — The sale of United States Steel was always going to be a global affair. Reporters from across the world descended into the Monongahela River Valley, south of Pittsburgh, to cover President Donald Trump’s celebration of the next chapter of an industrial icon. Related Articles Alex Murdaugh continues to…
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By REGINA GARCIA CANO CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — The United States government on Wednesday further asserted its self-appointed role in turning around Venezuela’s dilapidated oil industry with the arrival of Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the South American country for a firsthand assessment. Related Articles Alex Murdaugh continues to insist he didn’t kill wife and…
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