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NATIONAL
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GOP congressman from Wisconsin swims to safety after plane makes emergency landing in a lake
SUMMARY: A Republican congressman says he had to swim to safety after a plane he was traveling in made an emergency landing in a lake late Saturday. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany says he was returning from the La Crosse County Lincoln Day Dinner when the light aircraft lost power as it approached Wausau Downtown Airport. The pilot made an emergency landing in Lake Wausau. They both ended up in the water and swam to safety. Emergency responders got both Tiffany and the pilot to a nearby hospital, where they were treated for minor injuries. Tiffany is running for governor on the Republican ticket in Wisconsin and has been endorsed by President Donald Trump.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSCongressmanEmergencyPlaneLandingthLdWritethru/2bfa267b324b27688b9b66088f7ab7c8/text___
Police say more arrests coming in death of Mississippi woman found hanging from tree
SUMMARY: Mississippi police say they were still investigating the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month, a day after a man was arrested in connection with the killing. Police did not provide an update into the investigation Saturday but said it was ongoing and more arrests were expected. Loved ones also painted a picture of Fortune as a mother, athlete and woman of faith who they hoped would not solely be remembered for her horrific death. Police say they sought and found 51-year-old Jarques Ratliff, who is Black, and arrested him in connection with the killing when they encountered him walking on the street.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSMississippiWomanHangingndLdWritethru/42f74348b413e9397d93ff645e2ce0b7/text___
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WASHINGTON/POLITICS
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Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump loves golf. He likes to watch, play and even design courses. He also isn't shy about his friendships with the pros. He lavishes praise on them whenever he talks about them. The president speaks of friendships with South African golfers Ernie Els, Retief Goosen and Gary Player, and Americans Tiger Woods, Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau, among others. Trump is spending the weekend at his golf resort in Doonbeg, Ireland, watching the Irish Open being played there. He was expected to be joined by Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin for Sunday's final day of competition,
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUTrumpIrelandstLdWritethru/ca1d352e6d84c3ac1500fedf70ae180e/text___
The secret ballot has been an article of faith in US elections. That's being tested in Georgia
SUMMARY: There's a flaw in Georgia’s voting equipment that can allow voters to be matched to their ballots after they’ve been cast. Election security advocates are urging Georgia officials to fix the issue before the November elections. State election officials say they've taken steps to address the potential harm. But some advocates say the state isn’t going far enough. They say a fix is critical because of the rapid advance of artificial intelligence tools that can be used to exploit the flaw. Ballot secrecy is a fundamental right under the state constitution. Violations could create an opening for legal challenges.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSElectionGeorgiaBallotSecrecy/7338b8a6d8e4866c710ec4f05995dcbb/text___
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INTERNATIONAL
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Iranian media say 1 killed in ship strike on the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments
SUMMARY: Iranian state media say an Iranian commercial ship has been struck near the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed. A British maritime monitor is reporting a strike on a vessel transiting the strait but with no details. Meanwhile, the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen said they fired drones and missiles toward southern Saudi Arabia, putting new pressure on a key U.S. ally in the region. The Saudis overnight said a projectile fell in al-Tawwal governorate near the border with Yemen along the Red Sea, injuring two people and damaging a mosque and several other buildings.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLMideastthLdWritethru/27d276de911a983cdb1b81101ee56083/text___
Swedish voters go to polls to choose a new parliament as hard right bids for role in government
SUMMARY: Voters in Sweden are heading to the polls to decide if the conservative leader stays in power or if the center-left returns. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson is seeking another term, while his predecessor hopes to reclaim the position. Experts say the campaign has been fragmented, with the focus more on forming a government than policy issues like healthcare. Kristersson leads a center-right coalition backed by the Sweden Democrats, an anti-immigration party. If reelected on Sunday, they could gain Cabinet posts for the first time. The main question is which political bloc can form a majority in the 349-seat parliament.
WORDS: 617 - MOVED: 09/13/2026 6:52 AM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUSwedenElectionrdLdWritethru/d7108eb1da493f7646b30c6f7a3421af/text___
Celine Dion completes her first full concert in 6 years after overcoming rare illness
SUMMARY: Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years. She sang "All By Myself" as an encore, a song she's been known for since 1996. Dion was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome in 2022, a rare disease affecting her throat. Her comeback concert in Nanterre, France, included 25 songs over 2 hours and 15 minutes. The show is part of a punishing schedule of 16 shows in five weeks. Despite the challenges, Dion delivered powerful performances of hits like "My Heart Will Go On." Fans were emotional, celebrating her triumphant return.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUFranceCelineDion/58bc253f8b0ce67236b7dcedcee69f0c/text___
Fighting in Yemen intensifies, and Houthis launch more attacks on Saudi Arabia
SUMMARY: The conflict in Yemen is intensifying, as government forces launch attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels along the Red Sea and Houthis fire into neighboring Saudi Arabia, which supports Yemen’s government. The Yemeni government vowed Sunday to send more forces to the Red Sea coast. Last week, Houthis captured the port city of Mokha and an island on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a crucial shipping alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. The United Nations reports that over 80,000 people have been displaced in Yemen since September. The Houthis' advance puts them closer to a major U.S. base in Djibouti.
WORDS: 1015 - MOVED: 09/13/2026 10:00 AM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLYementhLdWritethru/90dc86201ef51410ebcdd913837d741d/text___
Trump has support in Doonbeg, though tiny snails have snagged his Irish golf course plans
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland has attracted protests, but in one corner of the country there is strong support. His golf resort in Doonbeg has brought jobs and tourists, making it an economic lifeline for the area. However, some locals and environmentalists oppose his plans, such as a new ballroom they say could harm protected snails. Protests erupted during his visit, with some criticizing his policies on immigration and the environment. While many in Doonbeg support the resort for its economic benefits, others feel conflicted about Trump's influence. Despite the protests, many believe their voices aren't being heard.
WORDS: 755 - MOVED: 09/13/2026 2:43 PM PST
https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEUTrumpIrelandDoonbeg/61c08e190949ef1bc45c14c9e08549cf/text___
Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage
SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a global shortage. Trump spoke on Sunday on the sidelines of the Irish Open after diesel prices in the U.S. hit record highs. His comments came hours after large-scale drone strikes overnight killed and injured civilians in Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian drones killed two people near an oil and industrial hub in Russia’s Tatarstan, according to local officials, while Ukrainian authorities reported on Russian drones pummelling the Black Sea port of Odesa and starting a fire near a border crossing with Poland.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEURussiaUkraineWarthLdWritethru/17bb6a0401abc3eaa7d4586150a41d7d/text___
Indonesia continues search for at least 129 missing after ferry capsizes, 6 bodies recovered
SUMMARY: Indonesian rescuers say about 129 passengers and crew are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people overturned in bad weather in the Java Sea. At least 108 people were rescued and the bodies of six passenger were recovered Sunday as the search operation expanded in waters around the vessel’s last known position. Authorities say the vessel lost contact around 2 a.m. after encountering rough seas and waves up to 10 feet high. The ferry had departed Surabaya on Saturday and was due to arrive in Banjarmasin on Sunday afternoon.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASIndonesiaPassengerShipthLdWritethru/258a5162af6ee7e641926c32f79d9854/text___
Strike on Iranian cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz kills 1, Iranian media say
SUMMARY: State-run media in Iran say an Iranian commercial vessel has been struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed and four wounded. Separately, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations monitor reported a vessel was hit early Sunday by a projectile while transiting the strait, with no details. There was no immediate statement from the U.S. military, which has previously struck Iranian-flagged vessels as part of its blockade of Iranian ports. The attack came a day before Tehran seeks to brief regional countries on its contested efforts to manage shipping traffic on the strait.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLIranUSthLdWritethru/aa034da0d8226f5a3b4794b10afb8b3b/text___
Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies
SUMMARY: Houthi rebels in Yemen are advancing toward a crucial trade chokepoint. Attacks blamed on Iraqi militias forced the closure of a major pipeline. Iran and its allies are unleashing a nightmare scenario for Saudi Arabia and unsettling global markets. Control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could allow the Iran-backed rebels to cut off another major export route for Saudi oil as Iran disrupts the Strait of Hormuz. The Saudis could use U.S. support to fight back. But President Donald Trump seems reluctant to widen an already unpopular and stalemated war in the Middle East.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APMLYemenSaudiArabiasNightmarerdLdWritethru/9c2b68921a16bb7bf9a90d31fb7473d9/text___
Brazil is in fashion, as Brazilians like to say. Here’s why
SUMMARY: Brazil is experiencing a cultural surge as celebrities and tourists embrace its vibrant culture. The trend began in 2023 with Brazilcore, a fashion movement inspired by the Brazilian flag's colors. It has since expanded to music, dance, cinema and sports. Tourists are flocking to Brazil, drawn by viral social media content showcasing its favelas, beaches and parties. Celebrities like Madonna and Bruno Mars have also fueled interest. Experts say Brazil's online presence and cultural richness are driving this global fascination, though some predict it may fade with political changes.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APLTBrazilSocialMediastLdWritethru/960303e792d38d5fcaf04d738ed676ef/text___
Benin bets on turning its cotton crop into clothes at home
SUMMARY: The fabrics made by Fatoumata Dosso carry the tag “Made in Benin.” They are words that she proudly pondered one afternoon. Her fabrics represent an ambition much bigger than her fashion business: keeping more of the value of Africa’s largest cotton producer at home. The Beninese founder of DAF Collection says the tag means her country is trying to take full advantage of the abundant raw material produced in Benin. The country is Africa’s top cotton producer. Dosso is responding to government policy that discourages export of raw material and stipulates the West African country must do more to export finished products.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APAFBeninCottonHopes/ecbe1fde7244e1530bc9403d7c26f86c/text___
What to know as a Philippine region with a history of conflict holds its first parliamentary polls
SUMMARY: Voters in an autonomous southern Philippine region will cast their ballots Monday in the region's first parliamentary elections. They're seen as a crucial step in the quest for self-determination and lasting peace after decades of insurgency and violence. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao covers five provinces, three cities and 63 villages across eight special geographic area clusters. It has nearly 2.4 million voters, with election officials aiming for an 80% turnout after polling was postponed for several years.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASPhilippinesElectionsBangsamoroWhattoKnowstLdWritethru/ed47a01f0708d546cad2f62ef077a8df/text___
At BRICS, India's Modi warns geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability
SUMMARY: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and climate crises are affecting people worldwide. Speaking at the BRICS summit in New Delhi on Sunday, Modi called for strengthened cooperation across the Global South. He warned that the "weaponization of technology and critical minerals" could hinder global development. BRICS, founded in 2006, now has 11 members representing about half the world's population. The group seeks greater representation for developing countries in global institutions. In a declaration Saturday, the leaders expressed concern over escalating tensions in various regions and supported a multipolar world order.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APASIndiaBRICSstLdWritethru/72e4329da3bc30ab7b231b2d11aae375/text___
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RACE AND ETHNICITY
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Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future
SUMMARY: Political strategist Khalil Thompson is on a mission to understand why some Black men leaned Republican in recent elections. His organization, Win With Black Men, aims to address this by engaging in conversations across the country. Thompson recently organized a discussion at a Philadelphia barbershop to explore Black men's political views. Although Black men typically vote Democrat, even small shifts in their support can impact elections. The discussion touched on topics such as role models, education, and economic opportunities. Thompson believes Black men are more likely to support candidates with inspirational messages rather than pessimistic ones.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSElectionBlackMenVote/15a7a6aa8ecdd757b4c1c00d9a5027de/text___
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BUSINESS
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to give safety measures time to catch up
SUMMARY: The CEO of Anthropic says the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give safety measures time to catch up. Without such a slowdown, Dario Amodei warned on Saturday that AI could be capable within six to 12 months of leading a swarm that could take over the entire internet, among other risks. Amodei also offered a plan in a post on his website to increase checks on the industry, one part of which he said Anthropic is undertaking by itself already. Some big names in the AI industry offered quick encouragement and support, including OpenAI's Sam Altman.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APUSAnthropicAISlowdownrdLdWritethru/d59552edcb27892d8ee4d98a48397706/text___
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RELIGION
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Pope commemorates 9/11 attacks with prayers for peace and for those who died
SUMMARY: Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has called for a renewed commitment to peace as he marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks in the U.S. Speaking from St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, he offered prayers for victims and those still affected by the tragedy. He urged everyone to pray for peace amid ongoing global conflicts. On September 11, 2001, Leo, then Robert Prevost, was in Rome, and days later was elected superior of his religious order. Vatican News republished excerpts from his first homily after that, where he reflected on the violence and its roots in poverty and injustice.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APEURELVaticanPopeUS/b6d875b1cc81ba028e4f7be96bfc84bd/text___
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ENTERTAINMENT
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'Woman Unknown' wins Golden Lion, Malkovich 'humbled' by best actor award at Venice Film Festival
SUMMARY: “Woman Unknown,” directed by May el-Toukhy, wins the Golden Lion at the 83rd Venice Film Festival. The drama is about a woman in Denmark after the Nazi occupation. The Maggie Gyllenhaal-led jury announced winners Saturday, including John Malkovich, who wins best actor for “Wild Horse Nine.” Malkovich, filming in Montreal, sent a video message expressing gratitude. Mathilde Arcel wins best actress for her role in “Woman Unknown.” Lee Chang-dong’s “Possible Love” wins the Silver Lion grand jury prize. The documentary “NAZA” receives a special jury prize. Ilya Krzhanovsky wins the Silver Lion for directing “Dau.”
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APENTVeniceFilmFestivalAwardsthLdWritethru/a6018c587044350c0503e1c199d5077f/text___
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SPORTS
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Shelton aims to end an American drought and win his first major title in the US Open final vs Zverev
SUMMARY: Ben Shelton was not even a year old the last time an American man won a Grand Slam tennis title. Now 23, Shelton is in the same position Alexander Zverev once was, playing for his first major championship in the U.S. Open final. When Zverev lost that night — after he was so painfully close to winning — it took six more years before he finally broke through. American tennis fans don’t want to wait any longer. Shelton can end his country’s drought and win the first Grand Slam title by an American man since Andy Roddick in 2003 if he beats the top-seeded Zverev on Sunday.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APTENUSOpen/58fc12d28293dd33806e4d07242681d1/text___
Vamos! Team Europe regains Solheim Cup from the United States as Ciganda and Woad seal victory
SUMMARY: The Solheim Cup is back in the hands of the Europeans. Lottie Woad had the honor of guaranteeing Team Europe would reach the 14 1/2 points needed to beat the United States. Woad’s 2-and-1 victory over Auston Kim left the official score at 14-10 but Carlota Ciganda was assured of at least a half-point from her next-to-last match against Jennifer Kupcho. That was one of four matches still out on the course and the winning point was officially clinched by Ciganda about 10 minutes later. Ciganda also won the point that retained the Solheim Cup for Europe in 2023. Europe wound up winning 15-13 and has won three of the last five editions.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APGLFSolheimCupthLdWritethru/de0138d08cc3b33fbf823be89f5931de/text___
Texas stakes its claim for No. 1 in AP Top 25; Oregon set for a big fall and Michigan could return
SUMMARY: Get ready for a shake-up in the Associated Press Top 25 college football poll. Texas has made a strong case for the No. 1 spot after a thrilling comeback win against Ohio State on Saturday night. They erased a 20-point deficit to win 24-23, marking the largest fourth-quarter rally against a top-ranked team. Meanwhile, Oregon is set to drop out of the top 10 after a surprising loss to Oklahoma State. Michigan might re-enter the rankings after beating Oklahoma. The fate of Washington and Iowa remains uncertain, as their narrow wins could impact their standings.
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https://newsroom.ap.org/detail/APFBCTCollegeFootballPoll/c795ab06e2e5fe049f1f90ecbf455ba5/text___
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