US strikes Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in first military action in weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. forces have struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz, marking their first military action in a month. Later, Iranian state television showed what it said were ballistic missiles being fired by Iran at U.S. bases in Jordan in response. The Revolutionary Guard Corps was reportedly preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the strait where Tehran has asserted control. The U.S. recently cleared sea mines from the strait’s shipping routes. The Trump administration just days ago had shifted focus to economic pressure. The U.S. called the strikes a limited, precise action. A return to open conflict would be dangerous for the region, where Iran has targeted U.S. military bases and infrastructure in Gulf countries.
US plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions, Bessent tells AP
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration plans to impose sanctions on another bank this week in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions. Bessent spoke with The Associated Press on Sunday ahead of Group of 20 meetings in Asheville, North Carolina, where he will huddle individually with his counterparts from the world’s major and developing economies to encourage participation in the economic isolation of Iran. He said in the interview that “This is going to be financial violence if we have to. We are showing people that we know who you are, you know who you are, and this has got to stop.”
Icelandic voters reject a proposal to restart negotiations to join the European Union
REYKJAVIK, Iceland (AP) — Iceland's voters have rejected a referendum to restart negotiations to join the European Union. RÚV, the national broadcaster, said opponents defeated the measure by a margin of 52.8% to 47.2%. The result will put the issue to rest for the second time about a decade after a euroskeptic government ended EU talks. The referendum was held amid concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's threats toward neighboring Greenland, prompting some voters to consider European solidarity. Opponents cited fishing rights and existing benefits from the EU's single market, while supporters argued for economic stability and closer ties with Europe.
Nepal warns of possible fresh flooding as communities grapple with devastation
DHADING, Nepal (AP) — Authorities in Nepal are warning of potential fresh flooding as water levels rise in the Bhotekoshi River. Residents in flood-affected districts have been urged to stay alert. Flood warnings were sent to phones on Sunday as rescue crews worked to clear a major highway. Wednesday's catastrophic floods killed at least 800 people and left more than 3,000 missing in Nepal and Tibet. Residents in Dhading, one of the worst-hit regions, began returning to their ruined homes. Meanwhile, Malaysia has pledged $1 million in aid and will send a disaster search-and-rescue team to assist with relief efforts.
Grand Canyon flooding knocks out water pipeline serving tourists at the national park, officials say
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A major flash flood at the Grand Canyon forced the evacuation of dozens of people and knocked out the sole water pipeline serving tourists and residents. Starting Monday, tourists won't be able to stay overnight at lodges and hotels in the national park. Year-round residents are being asked to conserve water. The National Park Service says flash flooding Saturday also swept large boulders and metal structures into the Colorado River. No injuries were reported. But park officials say they have yet to account for about 15 people. They've asked anyone with details about hikers or campers who were in the canyon to get in touch. More rain was possible Monday.
Ontario premier answers Trump’s ‘Lake America’ with giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign
TORONTO (AP) — Ontario Premier Doug Ford has responded to President Trump’s “Lake America” decree with a billboard declaring “Lake Ontario. Now and Always.” Ford unveiled the sign near Grimsby, Ontario, wearing a Team Canada soccer jersey. The display follows Trump’s order for U.S. agencies to call Lake Ontario “Lake America.” Canadian leaders have met the move with ridicule. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew compared Trump to an aging rock band trying to revive an old hit. Canadian historian Robert Bothwell criticized the move, arguing Trump’s broader aim is to subordinate Canada. The dispute comes amid worsening trade relations between the allies.
Moulton says Sen. Markey, 80, is too old for another term. Young Massachusetts Democrats are divided
BOSTON (AP) — Young Massachusetts voters agree that 80-year-old U.S. Sen. Ed Markey stumbled when asked during a debate how he uses artificial intelligence. They disagree about what the moment says about his ability to represent their generation. Democratic challenger Seth Moulton has made Markey’s age and a call for “generational change” central to his campaign for Tuesday's primary. Some young Moulton supporters say the exchange showed why a new generation of leaders is needed to confront rapidly changing technology and economic challenges. But young Markey supporters say his decades-long record on climate, technology and other progressive priorities matters more than his age.
NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s newest space telescope has blasted off on a quest to find planets around other stars and explore the hidden universe. SpaceX launched the $4 billion Roman Space Telescope on Sunday from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center. Roman blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away that’s home to the Webb Space Telescope, one of NASA’s other crown jewels in the sky. Roman will take three months to reach its destination. Once there, it will survey the cosmos like never before. The telescope is named after the late Nancy Grace Roman, NASA’s first chief astronomer.
Aaron Donald ends his 2 1/2-year retirement and returns to the Los Angeles Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aaron Donald has returned to the Los Angeles Rams, ending his retirement after 2 1/2 years. The Rams announced the 35-year-old Donald’s decision following several weeks of discussion, preparation and contemplation for the star defensive lineman. Donald became one of the greatest defensive players of his era during his first 10 seasons spent entirely with the Rams in St. Louis and Los Angeles. He won three AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards while earning 10 Pro Bowl selections, eight All-Pro selections and a Super Bowl ring before he retired somewhat abruptly in March 2024.
At least 8 dead after ferry with nearly 270 passengers and crew capsizes off Cyprus' northern coast
BODRUM, Turkey (AP) — At least eight people have died after a ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of the breakaway north of ethnically divided Cyprus. Unal Ustel, the Turkish Cypriot prime minister of the breakaway north told Turkish state broadcaster TRT that 237 people were rescued after the ferry sunk Sunday. A search is underway for 22 others. Ustel said the ferry faced adverse weather conditions and began taking in water just 15 minutes after departure. The ferry was traveling from Kyrenia in northern Cyprus to the Turkish port of Tasucu. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offered his condolences and said his government was coordinating with Northern Cyprus.
