Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill 10 people, a day after deadly shopping mall drone strike
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Authorities say that Russian and Ukrainian drone and missile strikes have killed at least 10 people. Ukrainian officials said that one person died on Saturday in a ballistic missile strike on Kyiv. Russia’s Defense Ministry said that the strike hit a locomotive depot. Ukrainian authorities said that four other people were killed in the Zaporizhzhia region and two in the Kyiv region. Russian authorities said that a Ukrainian drone strike killed three people, including two children, in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region. The attacks came a day after a Russian drone attack on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih killed 16 people and wounded 130 others, with four still missing.
Iran security chief threatens neighbors against economic measures, and other Mideast developments
The hard-line new leader of Iran’s top security body is threatening neighbors against joining new U.S. efforts to squeeze Tehran’s economy and saying the U.S. has increased global nuclear insecurity. Egypt is trying to revive Iran-U.S. negotiations. And Iraq and Iran say Tehran has helped some ships carrying Iraqi oil to transit the Strait of Hormuz. Other developments include an expected meeting between French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on plans to bypass the crucial waterway. And Israel has carried out strikes in Syria and Gaza.
US and Canada fall deeper into a trade war with new tariffs as talks collapse and blame is spread
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States and Canada have fallen deeper into a trade war. New tariffs are expected to raise prices for products in both countries. Each side is blaming the other for the collapse of negotiations in Washington late Friday. That's led the U.S. to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods and Canada setting Sept. 8 as the start of its retaliatory penalties. President Donald Trump’s import taxes will hit about 5% of what Canada ships to the United States every year, ranging from hockey sticks to tongue depressors. Prime Minister Carney said Ottawa would respond with targeted tariff protection for industries exposed to the new U.S. duties. No new talks are planned.
Wildfires expose — and detonate — buried bombs and mines from WWI and WWII
ELSENBORN, Belgium (AP) — The wildfires burning across Europe this summer have exposed a potentially deadly threat lurking beneath the blackened landscape: rusty bombs and mines from World War I and II. The explosives now threaten crews fighting the fires. Some of the weapons have exploded in the intense heat. Blasts have been reported in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Fires can ignite old munitions but can also burn away the scrub and brush that hides them. This wildfire season was supercharged by heavy rains in January, which spurred vegetation growth that became kindling when the summer heat arrived.
Federal judge vacates Trump policy that suspended processing of immigration visas from 75 countries
A federal judge in New York vacated a Trump administration policy that had suspended the processing of visas from 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States. U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas, who was appointed by former President Joe Biden, set aside the policy announced in January after concluding it was “contrary to law and in excess of statutory authority.” The State Department, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, said it had instructed consular officers to halt immigrant visa applications from the affected countries.
What to know about Alex Jones' Texas court win and more than $1 billion in damages he still faces
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Alex Jones won a Texas court ruling that reduced one of the defamation lawsuit judgments against him for calling the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting massacre a hoax by more than $40 million. For the bombastic conspiracy theorist, it was a rare legal victory amid multiple punishing financial verdicts that forced him to file for bankruptcy. Sandy Hook families have yet to collect a dime from Jones while he still broadcasts. But Jones still faces a defamation judgment of $1.25 billion in a Connecticut lawsuit and nearly $6 million that remains in the Texas case.
Pope Leo calls for dialogue over conflict, says young Catholics are a sign of hope
SAN MARINO (AP) — Pope Leo XIV has used a visit to San Marino and a major Catholic gathering in the nearby Italian city of Rimini to urge Catholics to reject division, conflict and social polarization, calling instead for dialogue, mercy and friendship across political and cultural differences. He spoke on Saturday at the annual Rimini Meeting, warning against a culture that “rearms minds, words and nations.” Leo said Christians should work to overcome poverty, inequality and war. He also delivered a strong message to young Catholics, describing them as “a sign that the future is promising, and not a threat,” and encouraging them to engage with society and help build a “civilization of love.”
Drivers turn their attention from the buildings to the bumps while testing out DC's IndyCar track
WASHINGTON (AP) — IndyCar drivers can finally evaluate the track in downtown Washington after a day of practice and qualifying. The 1.7-mile street course was an unknown commodity. It was set up for the first time for this event celebrating the country’s 250th birthday. As these tracks go, it looks pretty simple with only seven turns, all but one to the left. But drivers reported significant bumps that could be a factor in Sunday's race. Alex Palou had the top practice lap of 56.6145 seconds in the second session, then topped qualifying later in the day.
Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
DALLAS (AP) — A Texas judge has denied a new trial for Karmelo Anthony in the stabbing death of an athlete at a high school track meet. The case drew national attention and spurred harassment of the families and demonstrations at the courthouse. The 19-year-old Anthony is serving 35 years in prison after being convicted of murder in the April 2025 death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. Judge Michael Chitty denied the retrial motion in a half-page order following a two-day hearing this week near Dallas. He cited a review of the evidence but did not elaborate. Anthony's defense says there will be an appeal.
Congo receives more than 16,000 doses of Ebola vaccine as it grapples with unprecedented outbreak
BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Congo has received more than 16,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine as the country grapples with the fastest Ebola outbreak in history, the country’s health minister said. The 16,250 doses arrived at the N’djili International Airport in the capital, Kinshasa, late Friday night, as part of 70,000 doses expected from the World Health Organization and partners. The Ervebo vaccine has been used in the past to treat other Ebola viruses. WHO said it may provide some protection against the rare Bundibugyo virus.
