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NATIONAL
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Police arrest person of interest in Brown University shooting that killed 2, wounded 9
SUMMARY: Police in Rhode Island say they have a person of interest in custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two students and wounded nine others. The attack on Saturday afternoon set off hours of chaos across the Ivy League campus and surrounding Providence neighborhoods as hundreds of officers searched for the shooter and urged students and staff to shelter in place. The lockdown that stretched into the night was lifted early Sunday after an arrest was made a hotel outside Providence. Authorities have not yet released information about a potential motive.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSBrownUniversityShootingthLdWritethru/1da03b12b2eac2b530172667d3df30c4/text___
Arctic air mass pushes to the U.S. South; Midwest also bracing for dangerous wind chills
SUMMARY: An arctic air blast swept south from Canada, spreading into the northern United States. Thousands of people have been evacuated. In the nation's heartland, big cities like Chicago and Minneapolis faced dangerous wind chills. On Saturday, Grand Forks, North Dakota, it felt like minus 36 degrees. The cold air mass pushed south and east, with winter advisories as far as Alabama and Georgia.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSSevereWeatherthLdWritethru/f7a8fd20e8ddb99d99744acf68d0f0a3/text___
Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus
SUMMARY: Authorities are searching for a shooter who killed at least two people and wounded nine others at Brown University. The shooting on Saturday happened during final exams on the Ivy League campus in Providence, Rhode Island. University President Christina Paxson says she was told 10 people who were shot were students. Another person was injured by fragments from the shooting. Officers were hunting through campus buildings and sifting through trash cans more than three hours after the shooting erupted. Police say the suspect is a man in dark clothing who was last seen leaving an engineering building where the shooting happened. Security footage shows the suspect walking away from the building but his face is not visible.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSBrownUniversityActiveShooterstLdWritethru/c7c9d1c7da19a76c2a27685c7e63d6da/text___
A list of deadly shootings on college campuses in the US
SUMMARY: The latest shooting on a college campus in the U.S. unfolded Saturday at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Authorities say two people were killed and eight others critically injured in the shooting that took place in a building where final exams were underway. The suspect was dressed in all black and left the building on foot. Other recent deadly shootings on college campuses include the September killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University and a Dec. 9 shooting at Kentucky University that left one student dead and another critically injured.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSCollegeCampusShootingsndLdWritethru/aea218f6d4d2b1fea4a0fc38160b1c17/text___
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WASHINGTON/POLITICS
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As gerrymandering battles sweep country, supporters say partisan dominance is 'fair'
SUMMARY: State officials engaged in unusual mid-decade redistricting are pushing a new definition of what it means to have “fair maps” for Congress. Fair districts have traditionally been seen as representing the voices of people from different groups, communities and regions of a state. But politicians redrawing districts to benefit one party contend it's fair for most of a state's U.S. House districts to be represented by the majority political party. They also insist it's fair because other states are doing it. President Donald Trump first called on Republican-led states to redistrict before the 2026 elections. Some Democratic states have joined the fray.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSElectionRedistrictingndLdWritethru/7ffad367df39c96ceffe00cf46577b1d/text___
Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop her
SUMMARY: Brian Jack is a first-term Republican congressman from Georgia, but he's become a key figure in the Oval Office. Jack is the top recruiter for his party's House campaign team and he regularly reviews potential candidates with President Donald Trump. On the Democratic side, Lauren Underwood of Illinois is working to recruit Democratic candidates to challenge the Republicans' House majority. Both lawmakers were shaped by the 2018 midterms, when Democrats flipped many Republican seats during Trump's first term. In the 2026 midterms, Underwood is aiming to repeat that success, while Jack is focusing on supporting Trump's agenda.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSElectionHouseRecruiting/680d23ff6a5a46c57377d3588b34f4b0/text___
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INTERNATIONAL
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Gunmen kill at least 11 people in attack on Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach
SUMMARY: Two gunmen have shot dead at least 11 people during a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Australian authorities say one gunman was fatally shot by police and the second was arrested and is in critical condition. At least 29 people were wounded, including two police officers. The massacre followed a wave of antisemitic attacks in Australia, although authorities didn't link them to this shooting. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it “an act of evil, antisemitism, terrorism.” The attack targeted a Jewish celebration called Chanukah by the Sea, marking the start of Hanukkah.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASAustraliaShootingthLdWritethru/31f711f09f677d0f88091ece25f651c1/text___
Iraq's election result ratified by Supreme Federal Court as premiership remains up for grabs
SUMMARY: Iraq’s Supreme Federal Court has ratified the final results of last month’s parliamentary elections. The court on Sunday confirmed the voting process met all constitutional and legal requirements. The Independent High Electoral Commission had submitted the results for official certification after resolving 853 complaints. Caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's Reconstruction and Development Coalition won 46 seats in the new 329-seat parliament. However, this is not enough to assure him a second term. Political leaders have started early negotiations to build a ruling coalition, as no single bloc can form a government alone.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLIraqElectionResults/d3eb69b48df6580e66a5f77f1f88a7ba/text___
Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid for security guarantees but rejects US push to cede territory
SUMMARY: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to drop Ukraine's NATO bid in exchange for Western security guarantees. He held talks in Berlin on Sunday with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to discuss ending the war. In comments to reporters, Zelenskyy rejected U.S. proposals for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia, calling them unworkable. He emphasized that any security assurances must be legally binding. Meanwhile, Russia launched a large-scale aerial attack on Ukraine, causing power outages. Zelenskyy stressed the need for peace on fair terms and highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEURussiaUkraineWarthLdWritethru/05c363add7a4a3583f3beada7b1fb775/text___
Chile holds an election that could deliver its most right-wing president since dictatorship
SUMMARY: Chile is voting in a runoff presidential election between communist former labor minister Jeannette Jara and arch-conservative former lawmaker José Antonio Kast. Jara narrowly beat Kast in the first round, but with 70% of votes going to right-wing parties, Kast is expected to win this time. Many voters are frustrated with the extreme options. Kast has focused on immigration and crime, gaining a strong lead. His promises include mass deportations and increased military powers. However, his party lacks a congressional majority, which may force compromises. Chile's political direction remains uncertain as voters cast their ballots.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APLTChileElectionsthLdWritethru/e9ef32b53359f3152ee80d62c106c5f6/text___
Hamas confirms the death of a top commander in Gaza after Israeli strike
SUMMARY: Hamas has confirmed the death of a top commander in Gaza, a day after Israel said it had killed Raed Saad in a strike outside Gaza City. The Hamas statement on Sunday described Saad as the commander of its military manufacturing unit. Israel had described him as an architect of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that sparked the war in Gaza. Israel asserted that he had been “engaged in rebuilding the terrorist organization” in a violation of the ceasefire that took effect two months ago. Israel said it killed Saad after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers in southern Gaza.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLMideastWars/4be8ae23987f59c3db968311cb5fc06f/text___
Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party votes to disband after more than 30 years of activism
SUMMARY: Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party has voted to dissolve after more than 30 years of activism. Democratic Party chairperson Lo Kin-hei said Sunday this is the best way forward for its members. Lo expressed deep regret but noted the decision was based on the current political situation. Some members were warned of consequences if the party didn’t shut down. The party's end reflects the dwindling freedoms promised to Hong Kong when it returned to China in 1997. The national security law imposed by China in 2020 led to arrests and shutdowns of many pro-democracy figures and groups.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASHongKongDemocraticPartyrdLdWritethru/614950a8f77f3fdf89045852decf353f/text___
What to know about the US military's role in Syria after deadly IS attack
SUMMARY: An attack by an alleged Islamic State member in Syria has killed two U.S. service members and one American civilian. Saturday’s attack has renewed focus on the U.S. military presence in Syria. The U.S. has had troops in Syria for over a decade, primarily to fight IS and hinder Iranian influence. Currently, about 900 troops are stationed there. The U.S. first intervened in 2014 with airstrikes and later ground troops. Although IS lost its territory by 2019, sleeper cells remain active. Relations between the U.S. and Syria have improved, but the future of American forces in the region remains uncertain.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLSyriaUSTroopsExplainerstLdWritethru/3354f71e88d278427994d209b2d16d9c/text___
Morocco aims to boost legal cannabis farming and tap a global boom
SUMMARY: Morocco has long been one of the world's top exporters of cannabis and in 2022 it became the first Muslim-majority country to legalize certain forms of cultivation. Officials have heralded the move as way to lift farmers out of poverty and integrate cannabis-growing regions into the economy after decades of marginalization. They say the shift is slowly working but the industry's transformation is far from complete. The black market continues to thrive as the nascent legal industry struggles to displace an informal economy that has been in place for generations.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFMoroccoCannabis/3a3308da50c467d77e5e161ffcfb9ad2/text___
Thailand says Cambodian rocket fire has caused its first civilian death in new border fighting
SUMMARY: Thailand's government reports a rocket attack from Cambodia on Sunday killed a 63-year-old villager. This marks the first Thai civilian death from recent border combat between the two nations. Fighting began on Dec. 7, following a skirmish that wounded two Thai soldiers. Both sides are battling over disputed frontier land with historic temple ruins. More than two dozen people have been killed, and over half a million displaced. Thailand condemns Cambodia for targeting civilian areas. Cambodia fired medium-range rockets, while Thailand carried out airstrikes. A ceasefire plan touted by U.S. President Donald Trump has failed to take hold.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASThailandCambodiastLdWritethru/4b3426dffcf3bf037d307038a23afd3a/text___
Anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies intensify across Europe
SUMMARY: In the past year, tens of thousands hostile to immigrants marched through London chanting “send them home!” A British lawmaker complained of seeing too many non-white faces on TV. And senior politicians advocated the deportation of longtime U.K. residents born abroad. The overt demonization of immigrants and those with immigrant roots is intensifying in the U.K. and elsewhere in Europe as migration shoots up the political agenda and right-wing parties gain popularity. Politicians have made controversial remarks about race without facing consequences. Social media and economic factors contribute to this climate. Despite mainstream parties condemning racist rhetoric, they are adopting tougher immigration policies. Experts warn that angry rhetoric fuels division and violence.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUEuropeDemonizingImmigrantsstLdWritethru/eb27a3bc4c68c20a10820f6709f704f2/text___
Girls and women fleeing Mali describe sexual violence by Russian forces
SUMMARY: Women and girls from Mali are alleging rape and sexual assault by Russian fighters with Africa Corps, a new military unit under Moscow's control. People have been sexually assaulted by all sides as Mali's military and Russian allies fight militants affiliated with al-Qaida and the Islamic State group. Aid workers fear numerous assaults have occurred but say many women are silenced by shame in the deeply conservative culture. One woman who fled said what happened to her “stays between God and me.” The silence hurts efforts to hold perpetrators accountable.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFMaliRussiaAfricaCorpsSexualAssaultndLdWritethru/28f34205d837dad8a323c3a034f96636/text___
PHOTO ESSAY: Refugees flee Mali as region is the world's deadliest for extremism
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFMaliRussiaAfricaCorpsPhotoEssay/116d1ee015a57b142040ef61bdf58003/text___
After centuries of conflict, Chile's Indigenous Mapuches fear a far-right political turn
SUMMARY: The Mapuches have endured centuries of battle. They are Chile’s biggest Indigenous group who make up roughly 12% of the country's 19 million people. Now they fear an even darker chapter as the country prepares to elect a president on Sunday. The Mapuche conflict simmering in southern Chile is one of the more delicate issues facing the next president. José Antonio Kast is favored to win. The ultra-conservative former lawmaker vows to deport hundreds of thousands of immigrants who lack legal status. He also would grant emergency powers to the police. Kast this week made clear that his planned security crackdown would target Indigenous communities.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APLTChileElectionSidelinedConflictstLdWritethru/55b06242eca4186b2e8e09e5af95eda1/text___
Jimmy Lai, former pro-democracy newspaper founder, to hear verdict in national security case
SUMMARY: A Hong Kong court will deliver its verdict in the national security case of former pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai on Monday. Lai faces up to life in prison if convicted. The ruling is closely watched by foreign governments and political observers as a test of judicial independence and media freedom in Hong Kong. Lai, 78, was arrested in 2020 under a national security law imposed by Beijing. He pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to collude with foreign forces and publishing seditious articles. Lai's trial has drawn international attention, with the U.S. and U.K. calling for his release.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASHongKongJimmyLaiExplainer/4e0532c04de4d04b04f498f4f356d49a/text___
Takeaways from AP report on sexual violence in Mali
SUMMARY: Multiple women have told The Associated Press they survived or witnessed alleged rapes and other sexual assaults committed by a new Russian military unit in Mali. The Russians are assisting Mali's military in hunting down extremists. The U.N. and aid workers say men, women and children have been sexually assaulted by all sides during the conflict, with reports of gang rape and sexual slavery. But few cases are reported. Aid workers and others cite a veil of shame that makes it difficult for women from conservative, patriarchal societies to seek help. That silence also hurts efforts to hold perpetrators accountable.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFMaliRussiaAfricaCorpsSexualAssaultTakeaways/f5559461c4219a93078516855ebf4cb6/text___
Trump pledges retaliation after 3 Americans are killed in Syria attack that the US blames on IS
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump says “there will be very serious retaliation” after two U.S. service members and one American civilian were killed in an attack in Syria that the United States blames on the Islamic State group. Trump said Syria’s president was “devastated by what happened” and stressed that Syria was fighting alongside U.S. troops. The two servicemembers killed were members of the Iowa National Guard, according to a person briefed on the situation who was granted anonymity because they did not have permission to speak publicly. U.S. Central Command said three service members also were wounded in the ambush Saturday by a lone IS member in central Syria. Trump said the three “seem to be doing pretty well.” The U.S. military said the gunman was killed.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLSyriaUSthLdWritethru/22f67e54c1a15fcc643de2672b83aacb/text___
Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions
SUMMARY: Belarusian authorities have released Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski and key opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova from prison. Human rights advocate Pavel Sapelka confirmed the release to the AP. This move comes as President Alexander Lukashenko seeks to improve relations with Washington. On Saturday, the U.S. announced it was lifting sanctions on Belarus’s potash sector. In exchange, Lukashenko pardoned 123 prisoners. Belarus has faced Western isolation and sanctions for years due to its human rights record and support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. envoy described recent talks with Lukashenko as “very productive.”
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUBelarusUSthLdWritethru/39a85ae9a4303974c8c4a23be6d6b858/text___
UN chief says 6 peacekeepers killed in drone strike on a UN facility in Sudan
SUMMARY: A drone strike on a U.N. facility in war-torn Sudan left six peacekeepers dead, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said. Saturday's strike hit the U.N. peacekeeping logistics base in the city of Kadugli, in the central region of Kordofan, he said. “Attacks targeting United Nations peacekeepers may constitute war crimes under international law,” said Guterres, who called for those responsible for the “unjustifiable” attack to be held accountable. Eight other peacekeepers were wounded in the strike. All the victims were Bangladeshi nationals serving in the U.N. Interim Security Force for Abyei, UNISFA.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFSudanUNDronendLdWritethru/ce44092563b3612ec9ca26e5f85442b5/text___
What to know about King Charles III's cancer treatment and his message to the public
SUMMARY: King Charles III has shared a public update on his cancer treatment, urging people to get tested. In a video statement, he acknowledged that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming but emphasized that early detection brings hope. Charles announced Friday that his treatment schedule will be reduced next year due to early diagnosis and effective intervention. He encouraged others to take advantage of screening programs. The king has been receiving outpatient treatment for almost two years. Buckingham Palace said his treatment is moving to a “precautionary phase.” His openness about his condition has prompted more people to seek information about cancer, and Buckingham Palace says the king is “deeply touched” by the response.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUBritainRoyalsWhattoKnowstLdWritethru/8337a80f7c36b99b8671f0df0bcd6061/text___
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From hoops to oysters: Inside the unexpected second acts of WNBA stars
SUMMARY: Although the WNBA is bringing in more money than ever, many players still find themselves financially unsteady when the final whistle blows. Former WNBA star Sue Wicks found her next calling in oyster farming on New York’s East Moriches Bay. Wicks has worked as a commentator, college basketball coach and at a fitness start-up since retiring from the WNBA in 2002. She says she feels lucky to again find a career “that works for my soul.” But the reality is that even a successful run as one of the world’s best basketball players didn’t earn her enough to fully retire.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSWNBASecondCareersstLdWritethru/53b2b85bff0140e3b0feb053d7ad7afe/text___
High-end car sales sink in China as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers
SUMMARY: Chinese demand for foreign luxury cars is waning as customers opt for more affordable Chinese brand models. Those are often sold at big discounts catering to their taste for fancy electronics and comfort. That is bad news for European carmakers like Porsche, Aston Martin, Mercedes-Benz and BMW that have long dominated the upper reaches of the world's largest auto market. Car dealerships in China are offering bigger discounts on used premium cars and domestic automakers are dropping prices. Experts cite a slowing economy and growing reluctance to display wealth as reasons for the slowing demand. Chinese manufacturers are gaining ground with innovation and more competitive pricing, impacting European brands.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASChinaLuxuryCars/a1f4f55f2989082a2a533ab891f75408/text___
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Like many holiday traditions, lighting candles and fireplaces is best done in moderation
SUMMARY: The warm scents of gingerbread and pine are holiday favorites, but experts warn they can affect indoor air quality. Burning candles, incense, and fireplaces releases chemicals that might cause allergy-like symptoms or long-term respiratory issues. Dr. Meredith McCormack from Johns Hopkins University suggests moderation and precautions. Indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air, especially during colder months. Vulnerable groups, like children and those with lung conditions, are more affected. To improve air quality, experts recommend using air purifiers, opening windows, and choosing products with fewer ingredients. Small changes can lead to better health.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APBeWellIndoorAirQualitystLdWritethru/a2d8835990ac954da6e8a4f32ff2261d/text___
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Haruki Murakami honored with awards and a jazzy tribute in New York
SUMMARY: Haruki Murakami recently received two honors in New York for his contributions to literature and cultural exchange. On Tuesday, the Center for Fiction awarded him its Lifetime of Excellence in Fiction Award. Two days later, the Japan Society celebrated him with a jazzy tribute called “Murakami Mixtape” and gave him its annual prize for fostering U.S.-Japan relations. Murakami is known for novels like “Kafka on the Shore” and “The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle.” His interests in music and culture were highlighted during the events. Murakami reflected on his experiences in New York and the evolving global presence of Japanese culture.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APENTBooksMurakamiinManhattan/690a411a2c3dd06a2791a6175cdb76a7/text___
Affable comedy acting legend Dick Van Dyke turns 100 years old
SUMMARY: Comedy icon Dick Van Dyke is celebrating his 100th birthday. Van Dyke hit the century mark on Saturday, some six decades after he sang and danced with Julie Andrews in “Mary Poppins” and starred in his self-titled sitcom. Van Dyke won a Tony Award for “Bye Bye Birdie” to go with a Grammy and four Primetime Emmys. Just last year, he became the oldest winner of a Daytime Emmy, for a guest role on the soap “Days of Our Lives.” He also recently released a book about how to live to 100 years old. He told ABC News that 100 years is not enough and he plans to live more.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APENTDickVanDykethBirthdayrdLdWritethru/3b6a09bc3c95d9ab079fa360c339dc21/text___
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New Zealand skier Alice Robinson wins World Cup super-G; Lindsey Vonn 4th
SUMMARY: New Zealand’s Alice Robinson has won a World Cup super-G for her first career victory in the discipline. Robinson finished 0.08 seconds ahead of Romane Miradoli of France and 0.19 ahead of Sofia Goggia of Italy. The 41-year-old American standout Lindsey Vonn was fourth 0.27 behind. It was in a downhill on Friday that Vonn became the oldest winner in the circuit’s history. Mikaela Shiffrin missed the final gate of her first speed race in nearly two years. Saturday's downhill winner Emma Aicher fell but appeared uninjured. The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are scheduled for Feb. 6-22.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APSKIWCupWomensSuperGndLdWritethru/44ca226ec61fbdf6f2e4b13bb77b54e2/text___
Swiss skier Loic Meillard leads 3 Norwegians in 1st run of Val d'Isere slalom
SUMMARY: Swiss skier Loic Meillard leads the opening run of a World Cup slalom and is in position to claim his second victory of the Olympic season in two days. Meillard is the world champion in slalom and he led a Swiss sweep of the podium in a giant slalom on Saturday. Norwegians stood second, third and fourth. Timon Haugan was a slim 0.05 seconds behind in second. Atle Lie McGrath was 0.14 behind in third. Henrik Kristoffersen was 0.43 behind in fourth. Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen stood fifth 0.51 behind. The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics will be held Feb. 6-22 with men’s Alpine skiing to be held in Bormio.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APSKIWCupMensSlalom/c90949566d5b28a28173a4b9e695ce5d/text___
Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman Trophy as college football's top player
SUMMARY: Fernando Mendoza, the enthusiastic quarterback of No. 1 Indiana, won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, becoming the first Hoosier to win college football’s most prestigious award since its inception in 1935. Mendoza beat Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APFBCHeismanTrophythLdWritethru/645f544b5455ee74ec167fa632aa752d/text___
Jalen Brunson's season-high 40 points lead Knicks past Magic to NBA Cup final
SUMMARY: Jalen Brunson scored a season-high 40 points to lead the Knicks past the Orlando Magic 132-120. The win put New York in the NBA Cup final. The Knicks have won five in a row and nine of their last 10 games. Brunson also had eight assists and made 16 of 27 shots. Karl-Anthony Towns added 29 points for the Knicks. Jalen Suggs scored 25 of his 26 points in the first half for the Magic before leaving in the fourth quarter with a sore left hip. The Knicks will play San Antonio on Tuesday night for the championship.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APBKNKnicksMagicstLdWritethru/df2b8c324af1362674e1cee8f25462d3/text___
Wembanyama's return lifts Spurs to NBA Cup final, handing Thunder just 2nd loss
SUMMARY: Victor Wembanyama returned from a 12-game absence to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 111-109 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The win on Saturday night puts the Spurs in the NBA Cup final against the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Oklahoma City entered on a 16-game winning streak and now stands at 24-2, the second-best start in NBA history. Wembanyama scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds, earning "M-V-P" chants from the crowd. Despite a minutes restriction, he makes a significant impact. The Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led his team with 29 points.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APBKNSpursThunderstLdWritethru/c5c9aac156a82c35b7772dcdd53f7ac9/text___
Michigan expands investigation after firing Sherrone Moore, AP source says
SUMMARY: The law firm hired by the University of Michigan to investigate former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with a staffer will continue its probe of the program and is prepared to expand its inquiry throughout the athletic department. That's according to two people familiar with the situation who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the details. Michigan fired Moore on Wednesday, when the school said an investigation uncovered his inappropriate relationship with a staffer. He is married with three daughters.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APFBCTMichiganInvestigation/813257ac94126ed990c7edbcca2205ca/text___
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