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Germany urges the EU to offer Ukraine ‘associate membership’ and boost talks with Russia
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants the EU to consider offering “associate membership” to Ukraine to boost talks with Russia.
Europe faces stray Ukrainian drones as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports
Ukrainian drones targeting Russia have recently caused concern by entering Baltic airspace, leading to tensions with NATO countries.
Judge dismisses all charges against former assistant principal after student shot teacher
Judge granted a motion to dismiss the criminal case against Ebony Parker.
Companies join a deep-sea mining rush after Trump executive order, as regulators fast-track permits
Since President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a deep-sea mining industry, businesses have raised millions from investors.
Process over results carries Cal State Fullerton women’s golf to postseason
Kathryn Hosch put together a team loaded with talent, earning her Big West Coach of the Year honors.
Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans
Higher fuel prices and other inflationary pressures are making most forms of travel more expensive as Memorial Day kicks off the summer season in the U.S. Industry forecasts show millions…
A record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day
Officials say hundreds of climbers scaled Mount Everest in a single day, setting a new record with 274 successful ascents.
Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia’s GOP runoffs
President Donald Trump's repeated false claims about his 2020 election loss is almost certain to play a role in Georgia's runoff campaign.
Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases post-election autopsy
Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin has released a critical study of the party’s performance in the 2024 campaign.
United Nations’ top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty
The United Nations’ top court issued a landmark advisory opinion that says the right to strike is protected by a cornerstone labor treaty.