Coast Guard rescues trio stranded on island for 33 days, survives by eating coconuts
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued two men and a woman who says they’d been stranded for 33 days on a deserted island between Florida and Cuba.
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Mary Wilson, longest-reigning original Supreme, dies at 76
Mary Wilson, the longest-reigning original Supreme, has died at 76 years old.
Wallet lost in Antarctica in ’60s returned to California man
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Paul Grisham’s wallet was missing for so long at the bottom of the world he forgot all about it. Fifty-three years later, the 91-year-old San Diego man has the billfold back along with mementos of his…
Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg launching pillow company to 'put MyPillow out of business'
By Doha Madani Parkland school shooting survivor and gun control advocate David Hogg plans to launch his own pillow company with the goal of competing against embattled bedding company MyPillow. The idea was posed to Hogg, 20, in a tweet…
US unemployment claims fall to 779,000 but job cuts grind on
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell to 779,000 last week, a historically high total that shows that a sizable number of people are still losing jobs to the viral pandemic.
Slain FBI agents worked to protect children from abusers
The FBI has identified the child pornography suspect who fatally shot two FBI agents at a Florida apartment complex as 55-year old David Huber.
New study reveals COVID-19 antibodies stay for at least six months
A new study reveals most people infected with COVID-19 keep some antibodies to the virus for at least six months. Researchers from UK Biobank measured levels of previous infection in more than 20,000 patients. They found 99…
'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond dies of cancer at 44
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer "Saved by the Bell" star Dustin Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma. His spokesman confirmed Diamond's death. He was 44. Diamond, best known for playing Screech on the hit '90s sitcom,…
Dog spent days outside Turkish hospital waiting for owner
ISTANBUL (AP) — A devoted dog has spent days waiting outside a hospital in northern Turkey where her sick owner was receiving treatment. The pet, Boncuk (Bon-DJUK), which means bead, followed the ambulance that transported her owner, Cemal Senturk, to…
Dog and goat serving as mayor raise money for a playground in Vermont
FAIR HAVEN, Vt. (AP) — A goat and a dog who were each elected mayor have helped raise money to renovate a Vermont community playground. The oddball idea of pet mayor elections to raise money to rehabilitate the playground and…
Bernie Sanders’ mittens, memes help raise $1.8M for charity
About those wooly mittens that U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders wore to the presidential inauguration, sparking endless quirky memes across social media? They’ve helped to raise $1.8 million for charitable organizations in Sanders’ home state of Vermont, the independent senator announced Wednesday.…
Oscar-winning, ‘irreplaceable’ Cloris Leachman dies at 94
Millions of viewers knew her as the self-absorbed neighbor Phyllis in “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.” She also appeared as the mother of Timmy on the “Lassie” series.
Michael Strahan tests positive for COVID-19
He is currently not experiencing any severe symptoms from COVID-19.
Oscar and Emmy-winning actor Cloris Leachman dies at 94
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) - Cloris Leachman, a character actor whose depth of talent brought her an Oscar for the "The Last Picture Show" and Emmys for her comedic work in "The Mary Tyler Moore…
Judge bars Biden from enforcing 100-day deportation ban
A federal judge has barred the U.S. government from enforcing a 100-day deportation moratorium that is a key immigration priority of President Joe Biden.
1st private space crew paying $55M each to fly to station
The first private space station crew has been introduced a year ahead of the planned launch.
1 dead, at least 17 injured after tornado rips Alabama town
Officials say a tornado killed a teenager who was huddling with his family in the basement of their Alabama home Monday night.
Trump impeachment goes to Senate, testing his sway over GOP
The House impeachment case against Donald Trump has been delivered to the Senate for his upcoming trial.
Former White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces run for Arkansas governor
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Former White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders has launched her bid to be the next governor of Arkansas. Sanders said Monday she’s seeking the Republican nomination for the top office in her home state. Sanders had…
‘Barney Miller,’ ‘Sanford and Son’ actor Gregory Sierra dies
Gregory Sierra, who had memorable roles in the 1970s sitcoms “Barney Miller” and “Sanford and Son,” has died after battling cancer. He was 83.
Biden to reinstate COVID travel rules, add South Africa
Two White House officials say President Joe Biden on Monday will formally reinstate COVID-19 travel restrictions on non-U.S. travelers from Brazil, Ireland, United Kingdom and 26 other European countries that allow travel across open borders.
Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control majority
The Senate is now split 50-50, with Vice President Kamala Harris as a potential tie-breaking vote.
Twin suicide bombings rock central Baghdad, at least 28 dead
The rare suicide bombing attack hit the Bab al-Sharqi commercial area in central Baghdad amid heightened political tensions over planned early elections and a severe economic crisis.
Jackpot winner in $730 million Powerball sold in Maryland
Winning numbers for Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing were: 40-53-60-68-69 and a Powerball of 22.