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NATIONAL
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Dr. William Foege, leader in smallpox eradication, dies
SUMMARY: Dr. William Foege, a leader in the global eradication of smallpox, has died. He was 89. Foege was director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the late 1970s and early 1980s, and later held other key health leadership roles. But his greatest achievement came before all that, with his work on smallpox while he was a medical missionary in Nigeria. He and his colleagues developed a “ring containment” strategy for the disease. A smallpox outbreak was contained by identifying each case and vaccinating everyone who they might come into contact with.
WORDS: 552 - MOVED: 01/25/2026 3:58 PM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSObitWilliamFoegerdLdWritethru/73770ffe382e48829a87fee0b364a3d1/text___
Videos of deadly Minneapolis shooting contradict government statements
SUMMARY: Videos quickly emerged showing the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis protester by a Border Patrol agent that has been widely denounced as a case of excessive force carried out by untrained federal officers. The administration says it was a case of an armed man provoking violence. The Associated Press reviewed multiple bystander videos that show a Border Patrol agent shooting and killing 37-year-old Alex Pretti after a roughly 30-second scuffle on Saturday morning. The videos appear to contradict statements by the Trump administration, which said the shots were fired “defensively” against Pretti as he “approached” them with a gun. In the videos, Pretti is seen with only a phone in his hand.
WORDS: 836 - MOVED: 01/25/2026 1:18 AM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSImmigrationEnforcementMinnesotaVideosthLdWritethru/861a0d8f3ee182f3b5909b3613900e2e/text___
Massive winter storm across the US brings ice, frigid temperatures and widespread power outages
SUMMARY: A massive winter storm continues to hit large parts of the country, dumping snow, sleet and freezing rain. Frigid temperatures, power outages, and treacherous road conditions were widespread. The National Weather Service says the storm is expected to continue through Monday. Heavy snow is forecast from the Ohio Valley to the Northeast, while ice threatens the Lower Mississippi Valley to the Southeast. The number of customers without power was more than 800,000, according to poweroutage.us, and the number was rising. More than 10,000 flights have been canceled. President Donald Trump approved emergency declarations for at least a dozen states by Saturday.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSWinterWeatherthLdWritethru/7ea143995026e68db42ed1b4aec396cb/text___
Protesters demand immigration agents leave Minneapolis after man is shot and killed during crackdown
SUMMARY: Democratic officials and protesters on the streets are demanding that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis. Saturday's shooting drew hundreds of demonstrators into the frigid cold in a city already shaken by another killing weeks earlier. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara says information about what led up to the latest shooting is limited. The man has been identified by his parents as Alex Pretti. He was a 37-year-old intensive care unit nurse. The Minnesota National Guard assisted local police in monitoring the crowds.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSImmigrationEnforcementMinnesotathLdWritethru/0af10ec433181aa9300deea26d1cc8c5/text___
The man killed by a US Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis was an ICU nurse, family says
SUMMARY: Family members say the man who was killed by a federal officer in Minneapolis was an intensive care nurse at a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hospital who cared deeply about people and was upset by President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in his city. Thirty-seven-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti was an avid outdoorsman who loved getting in adventures with his dog. He had participated in protests following the killing of Renee Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Law Enforcement officer earlier this month. Court records showed he had no criminal record. His family said he had never had any interactions with law enforcement beyond a could traffic tickets.
WORDS: 1134 - MOVED: 01/24/2026 8:40 PM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSImmigrationEnforcementMinnesotaProtesterthLdWritethru/15ade7de6e19cb0291734e85dac763dc/text___
Immigrant families protest at Texas facility housing 5-year-old boy, father detained in Minnesota
SUMMARY: Dozens of immigrant families protested behind the fences of a Texas detention facility where a 5-year-old boy Ecuadorian boy and his father were sent this week after being detained in Minnesota. Aerial photos taken by The Associated Press on Saturday showed some of the detainees coordinating to form “SOS." They were standing outside the residence areas of the South Texas Family Residential Center in the rural town of Dilley. One detainee told AP families inside sought to send a message that the wanted to be treated with dignity and according to the law. The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment.
WORDS: 449 - MOVED: 01/25/2026 12:23 AM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSImmigrationEnforcementBoyDetained/7fa98244c1b0245deb4462e9dc25292f/text___
Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14
SUMMARY: Officials say one person was killed and 14 others injured in a gas explosion and fires at the top of a 17-story New York City apartment building. People were seen leaning out of windows and calling for help as flames engulfed parts of the top floors early Saturday morning in the Bronx. Chief of Department John Esposito says firefighters were investigating reports of a gas odor on the 15th and 16th floors when the explosion occurred. He said there was major structural damage to the building. Authorities say the building had been undergoing renovations, including work on the natural gas system. The cause of the explosion is under investigation.
WORDS: 564 - MOVED: 01/24/2026 7:20 AM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSNewYorkHighRiseFirethLdWritethru/5df2d2cd37ef8540356894dc617d18cf/text___
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WASHINGTON/POLITICS
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Democrats Crockett, Talarico align on much in Texas Senate debate. Trump impeachment is different
SUMMARY: Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarici differed more on style than substance in their first debate for U.S. Senate in heavily Republican Texas. Crockett and Talarico generally echoed each other on economic issues, health care and taxes. But they distinguished themselves somewhat on the future of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and impeachment of President Donald Trump. The primary is March 3. They're running for the seat held by John Cornyn. The four-term Republican senator is facing two challengers in the GOP primary. Democrats are trying to regain a Senate majority, but Texas hasn't elected a Democrat to statewide office in 30-plus year.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSElectionSenateTexasDemocratsthLdWritethru/45f0cc709b8c38d884e07d1b05bf1e54/text___
Trump threatens Canada with a 100% tariff over its China trade deal and escalates feud with Carney
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump is threatening to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America’s northern neighbor goes ahead with its trade deal with China. Trump is intensifying a feud with Prime Minister Mark Carney, who's become a rising voice in the West’s pushback to Trump's new world order. Trump said in a social media post Saturday that if Carney “thinks he is going to make Canada a “Drop Off Port” for China to send goods and products into the United States, he is sorely mistaken.” It's unclear when Trump might impose the threatened tariff and the White House isn't offering additional details.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSUnitedStatesCanadathLdWritethru/5079e910df071b45d2b16949efb8f11a/text___
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INTERNATIONAL
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Row erupts within UK's governing Labour Party after popular mayor blocked from upcoming election
SUMMARY: A row has erupted within Britain's Labour Party after Manchester's mayor, Andy Burnham, was blocked from running in a special election. Critics claim Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to prevent a potential rival from reentering Parliament. Burnham requested to stand as Labour's candidate for the Gorton and Denton constituency. Labour's National Executive Committee denied his request, citing the impact on campaign resources. Burnham hasn't responded yet. Labour faces challenges in upcoming elections, with poll ratings dropping. Burnham, known for his leadership ambitions, has previously clashed with Starmer on policy issues.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUBritainPoliticsrdLdWritethru/b63b1acaff7058eb2a22b730c0560390/text___
Getting to 'no': Europe's leaders find a way to speak with one voice against Trump
SUMMARY: European leaders are finding a way to speak with one voice against President Donald Trump and they're increasingly willing to say “no” to his demands. Trump's insistence on U.S. control over Greenland has sparked strong opposition from European leaders. During a showdown in Davos, Switzerland, last week, the prime ministers of Britain and Norway issued sharp warnings against Trump's threats. That European unity marks a shift from appeasing Trump to defying him, and Denmark's prime minister emphasized the importance of standing together. Trump's transactional approach to diplomacy has created a disconnect with European leaders.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUSayingNotoTrump/b01f2d1e73e6a44fb3bc1d757aeb5110/text___
Iran unveils mural warning of retaliation if US conducts a military strike
SUMMARY: Authorities in Iran have unveiled a new mural in a central Tehran square with a direct warning to the United States to not attempt a military strike on the country. The painted image of several damaged aircraft on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier bears a slogan: “If you sow the wind, you will reap the whirlwind.” The unveiling of the mural in Enghelab Square comes as USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and accompanying warships move towards the region. U.S. President Donald Trump has said the ships were being moved “just in case” he decides to take action.
WORDS: 551 - MOVED: 01/25/2026 1:28 PM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLIranProtests/4b2ceb8aff9dc448036341e86023b6c8/text___
Rescuers recover more bodies from landslide in Indonesia, with 72 still missing
SUMMARY: Improved weather has helped rescuers in Java, Indonesia, recover more bodies after a landslide killed over two dozen villagers. The landslide on Saturday buried 34 houses in Pasir Langu village. Seventy-two people remain missing, feared buried under mud and debris. About 230 residents have been evacuated to shelters. A 250-member search team collected victims' remains in 14 body bags, bringing the total found to 25. Loose ground prevents heavy equipment from being used. Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka visited the area and urged local authorities to address land conversion in disaster-prone areas to prevent similar incidents.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASIndonesiaLandslidendLdWritethru/d453d653fdd6f05ab7ebe85979c2a61b/text___
US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase
SUMMARY: Top U.S. envoys have met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to advance the ceasefire in Gaza. The meeting included U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff and Middle East adviser Jared Kushner. Details were not disclosed. The U.S. wants the Trump-brokered ceasefire deal to progress, but Netanyahu faces pressure to wait for Hamas to return the remains of a final hostage. The reopening of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is a key signal of the second phase. Meanwhile, an Israeli strike killed two Palestinian teens in Gaza. The ceasefire began on Oct. 10.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLMideastWarsthLdWritethru/90e36ca7d2e27ca8a21d1727e9e0119f/text___
Zelenskyy says trilateral talks ended constructively and more are possible next week
SUMMARY: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says talks with Russian and American representatives have concluded with constructive discussions on ending the war. The talks Friday and Saturday in the United Arab Emirates are the first known instance of U.S. officials meeting with both countries as part of Washington’s push for progress in ending the 4-year invasion by Moscow. Negotiators will return for the next round on Feb. 1. That's according to a U.S. official who described the meetings as upbeat and positive. The officials says meetings covered military and economic matters and included the possibility of a ceasefire before a deal.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEURussiaUkraineWarthLdWritethru/a77eadb50780c3d22882c42ea4764a54/text___
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BUSINESS
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Nearly 10,300 flights canceled Sunday as massive winter storm sweeps across US
SUMMARY: A massive winter storm set the stage for a brutal travel day Sunday, with airlines warning of widespread cancellations and delays at some of the nation’s busiest airports. Nearly 10,300 flights canceled Sunday as massive winter storm sweeps across US, according to flight tracking site FlightAware. Aviation analytics company Cirium says their data shows that Sunday will be the highest cancellation event since the pandemic — with over 29% of all U.S. departing flights axed.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APWinterWeatherTravelthLdWritethru/871ea9cf98ec399bce4dccf0cffa2c01/text___
How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new Gallup poll
SUMMARY: A new Gallup poll finds that American workers have adopted artificial intelligence into their work lives at a remarkable pace over the past few years. Some 12% of employed adults say they use AI daily in their job, while nearly half say they've used it at least a few times a year. That compares with 21% who were using AI at least occasionally a few years ago. The findings point to the impact of the widespread commercial boom that ChatGPT sparked for generative AI tools that can write emails and computer code, summarize long documents or help answer questions. The Gallup Workforce survey of more than 22,000 U.S. workers was conducted last fall.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSPollingAIinWorkplace/4934bc61d039508db32bc49f85d63d99/text___
Stranded by winter weather? Here’s what airlines owe you
SUMMARY: Bad weather can derail even the best-laid travel plans. When that happens, U.S. airlines must provide refunds for canceled flights. If winter weather is expected, airlines might also allow you to postpone your trip without fees. If your flight is canceled, airlines usually rebook for free, but availability can be limited during peak times. You are entitled to a full refund if you choose not to travel or find a different way to get to your destination, but airlines aren’t required to cover lodging or meals for stranded passengers. Booking a backup flight if forecasts look bad is another option because some airlines offer full refunds as long as a passenger cancels within 24 hours of booking.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSWinterTravelPassengerRightsrdLdWritethru/eac0c8a540d5cb50ed4cff70eb49072e/text___
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Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are
SUMMARY: Millions of people rely on wearable devices to monitor how well they're sleeping. Sleep trackers don’t necessarily measure sleep directly but instead infer states of slumber from signals like heart rate and movement. Experts say it's therefore important to understand what the devices can and cannot measure. A University of Michigan math professor who researches the science behind sleep wearables says the algorithms used by major brands are highly accurate in determining when someone is asleep and somewhat helpful for estimating sleep stages. But a neurologist at the Morehouse School of Medicine says some wearers become fixated on their sleep scores. There's even a medical term for an unhealthy obsession with ideal sleep: orthosomnia.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APBeWellSleepTrackingDevicesstLdWritethru/aff24259c88bf48e5ebcd425a329a9da/text___
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RELIGION
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Protests inside churches are unusual despite long history of civil disobedience in the US
SUMMARY: American religious history is rife with protest movements. Yet political protests inside a house of worship are unusual. That is a striking aspect of a new case against anti-ICE protesters in St. Paul, Minnesota. The group disrupted a service last Sunday at Cities Church, a Southern Baptist congregation. One of its pastors works for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Three protesters have been arrested. They are charged under a federal law criminalizing any conspiracy against someone’s constitutional rights, in this case attending a worship service.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APRELUSChurchProtests/58817d7033c6b83867131f4cee87256a/text___
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ENTERTAINMENT
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American rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
SUMMARY: American rock climber Alex Honnold has ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment. Cheers erupted from a street-level crowd as he reached the top of the spire of the 1,667-foot tower about 90 minutes after he started on Sunday. Wearing a red short-sleeve shirt, he waved his arms back and forth over his head. Honnold's free solo climb of the iconic building in Taiwan's capital was being broadcast live on Netflix. The ascent was delayed for 24 hours due to rain.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APENTAlexHonnoldTaipeithLdWritethru/cfe8960237290086cdee581075056fbf/text___
Natalie Portman, Seth Rogen, Jenna Ortega arrive for Sundance Film Festival premieres
SUMMARY: The Sundance Film Festival features the world premieres of two comedies on Saturday. Olivia Wilde's “The Invite” debuted at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah. It marks her third directorial effort and is a return to her comedic roots. The film, written by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones, stars Wilde and Seth Rogen as a couple hosting a revealing dinner with their neighbors, played by Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton. Following “The Invite” was Cathy Yan’s “The Gallerist,” starring Natalie Portman as a gallerist involved in a bizarre plot at Art Basel. Both films are seeking distribution at the festival.
WORDS: 372 - MOVED: 01/24/2026 7:50 PM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APENTSundanceFilmFestivalDayThreestLdWritethru/21902c93b05e371e0033d1ced2c3b964/text___
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SPORTS
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Scotty James win a fifth straight Winter X title, matches Shaun White with his eighth gold there
SUMMARY: Scotty James parlayed a never-before-tried trick combination into his fifth straight X Games title on the halfpipe and tied Shaun White with his eighth overall gold medal at the biggest event this side of the Olympics. In the final major contest before the Milan Cortina Games, the 31-year-old Aussie capped off his winning run with back-to-back, backside 1440-degree jumps. That's two tricks taking off with his back facing down the hill that are among the toughest on the halfpipe. James briefly put his hand onto the snow to stay upright after the second jump, but the judges rewarded him anyway. His score of 95 easily beat second-place finisher Haku Shimasaki of Japan.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APOLYSBDWinterXJamesstLdWritethru/2139f2fef35309dc71105118353dcbcf/text___
Aryna Sabalenka beats 19-year-old Mboko, faces 18-year-old Jovic in Australian Open quarterfinals
SUMMARY: Aryna Sabalenka held off 19-year-old Vicky Mboko 6-1, 7-6 (1) to advance to an Australian Open quarterfinal against another teenager, 18-year-old Iva Jovic. The 29-seeded Jovic overwhelmed Yulia Putintseva 6-0, 6-1 in 53 minutes as she moved into the last eight in a Grand Slam for the first time. She's been getting some good advice from 24-time major winner Novak Djokovic during the tournament. Coco Gauff, 21, is into the Australian Open quarterfinals for the third straight year. And so is men's No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, who had a 7-6 (6), 6-4, 7-5 win over No. 19-seeded Tommy Paul. He's also been looking to Djokovic for inspiration on his serve.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APTENAustralianOpenthLdWritethru/7755fd634cf2f2d006eb188bcfd63594/text___
Steelers and Mike McCarthy have reached a verbal agreement for McCarthy to coach his hometown team
SUMMARY: The Pittsburgh Steelers and Mike McCarthy have reached a verbal agreement for McCarthy to become the club's next head coach. McCarthy, a Pittsburgh native, would replace Mike Tomlin, whose surprise departure created just the third job opening in Pittsburgh since 1969. Tomlin stepped down earlier this month after his 19th season ended with a seventh straight playoff loss. McCarthy posted a 185–123–2 record across 18 seasons, 13 with Green Bay and five with Dallas. His resume includes a victory over the Steelers in the Super Bowl following the 2010 season.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APFBNSteelersMcCarthyndLdWritethru/0a47069d2113fa67c8c7e69a8e768f6b/text___
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