Russia’s troops are continuing their slow war of attrition in eastern and northern Ukraine, even as the conflict enters a pivotal phase with a series of high-level meetings that are part of U.S. …

Today is Monday, Aug. 18, the 230th day of 2025. There are 135 days left in the year. Today in history: On Aug. 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing American …

Google has agreed to pay a $36 million fine for anticompetitive deals with Australia's two largest telcos. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission said on Monday it commenced proceedings …

Erin reintensifies to a Category 4 hurricane and is likely to create dangerous surf along the U.S. East Coast this week.

Players’ Weekend returns this season, with hitters showcasing individuality through custom bat designs, while also supporting charities. Along with the bats, players can use personalized cleats and …

A judge has fined Qantas Airways $59 million for illegally firing over 1,800 ground staff at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. This penalty announced in the Australian Federal Court on Monday is in …

A federal judge is considering whether detainees have been denied their legal rights at a temporary immigrant detention center in the Florida Everglades. This is the second lawsuit challenging …

After a campaign overshadowed by economic troubles, Bolivians voted on Sunday for a new president and parliament in elections that could see a right-wing government elected for the first time in over …

After President Donald Trump's announcement that his administration would take over Washington’s police department for at least a month, hundreds of members of the National Guard began to arrive in …

Special U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff says Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed at his summit with President Donald Trump to allow the U.S. and European allies to offer Ukraine a security guarantee …

From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors. ____ Follow AP visual journalism: AP …

Hurricane Erin has been downgraded to a Category 3 hurricane. A tropical storm warning is in effect for the Turks and Caicos Islands as winds and heavy rains hit the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. …

Wildfires are burning in parts of Europe, displacing thousands, as water-dropping planes and helicopters swoop overhead and residents join the effort, beating back flames with cut branches or dousing …

The explosion this week at U.S. Steel's Pittsburgh-area plant has reignited debate about its future. The Clairton plant is part of a long-standing steelmaking tradition in the Mon Valley and faces …

Three people are dead and eight others wounded after a shooting in a crowded New York City club. Law enforcement believe a shooter or shooters opened fire with multiple weapons at Taste of the City …

“Weapons” scared its way to the top during its debut last weekend and stayed there, beating out “Freakier Friday” for a second time, and the newcomer action movie “Nobody 2.” Zach …

Serbia’s populist President Aleksandar Vucic announced on Sunday tough measures against anti-government protesters following days of riots in the streets throughout Serbia. Vucic in an address to …

President Donald Trump walked into a summit with Russia’s Vladimir Putin pressing for a ceasefire deal and threatening “severe consequences” and tough new sanctions if the Kremlin leader failed …

Road safety activists and some states are pushing to depart from a longstanding rule that sets speed limits in the United States based largely on how fast drivers actually travel. This is due to the …

Set on 150 acres tucked away on a hillside in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, Dog Mountain has become a destination for dog lovers looking to explore nature, take in art, or pay tribute to a pet. The park …