Venezuelans anxiously await results of presidential election that could end one-party rule
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) – Venezuelans are eagerly anticipating the outcome of a presidential election that has the potential to bring an end to 25 years of single-party rule. President Nicolás Maduro, seeking a third term on Sunday, faced a strong challenge from an unexpected candidate: retired diplomat Edmundo González, who was relatively unknown to voters before being selected as a last-minute replacement for opposition figure Maria Corina Machado in April. Although polls were scheduled to close at 6 p.m., some voting centers in Caracas remained open over an hour past the deadline with no official word from authorities.
Israel weighs response to Hezbollah after a rocket from Lebanon kills 12 youths on a soccer field
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) – The Middle East is on edge following an incident where a rocket from Lebanon struck a soccer field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, claiming the lives of 12 children and teenagers. This has raised concerns of a potential escalation in hostilities between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah, despite Hezbollah denying any involvement in the attack. Israel is contemplating its response while Iran has warned of “unprecedented consequences” if Israel retaliates. The White House National Security Council is working towards a diplomatic resolution to halt all attacks in the border region between Israel and Lebanon.
Harris raised $200 million in the first week of White House campaign and signed up 170,000 volunteers
WASHINGTON (AP) – Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign has amassed an impressive $200 million in funding since emerging as the frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination. The campaign revealed on Sunday that around 66% of the donations are from first-time contributors in the current 2024 election cycle. Additionally, over 170,000 volunteers have enlisted to aid the Harris campaign with various activities such as phone banking and canvassing. With Election Day just 100 days away, Harris’ campaign communications director, Michael Tyler, emphasized the importance of a small number of voters in key states determining the election outcome.
Crews battle wildfires across the US West and fight to hold containment lines
FOREST RANCH, Calif. (AP) – Wildfires continue to ravage the western United States and Canada, prompting air quality alerts for millions of people as thousands of firefighters work tirelessly to contain the blazes. The largest wildfire in California this year, known as the Park Fire, has burnt an area larger than Los Angeles as of Sunday, impacting air quality across a vast region in the Northwestern U.S. and western Canada. Despite being only 12% contained, cooler weather and increased humidity in the coming days offer hope for firefighters battling the blaze.
Attorney for cartel leader ‘El Mayo’ Zambada says his client was kidnapped and brought to the US
HOUSTON (AP) – The lawyer representing a prominent Mexican drug cartel leader, Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, who is now in U.S. custody, disputes claims that his client was deceived into flying to the country. The attorney asserts that Zambada was forcibly taken by Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán’s son and brought to the U.S. after landing at an airport near El Paso, Texas, on Thursday. The U.S. Justice Department has not responded to the lawyer’s allegations at this time.
Simone Biles shakes off a calf injury to dominate during Olympic gymnastics qualifying
PARIS (AP) – Despite experiencing a calf injury, Simone Biles achieved an impressive total score of 59.566 during Olympic qualifying at the packed Bercy Arena in Paris. Biles appeared to have strained her leg while warming up on the floor exercise but returned to deliver an outstanding performance, showcasing her exceptional skills.
A manipulated video shared by Musk mimics Harris’ voice, raising concerns about AI in politics
NEW YORK (AP) – A manipulated video featuring a false rendition of Vice President Kamala Harris’ voice is sparking worries about the potential misuse of artificial intelligence to deceive the public, especially as the November elections draw near. The video gained attention after being shared by tech mogul Elon Musk, raising questions about the regulation of AI in political contexts.
Blood tests for Alzheimer’s may be coming to your doctor’s office. Here’s what to know
WASHINGTON (AP) – Recent studies suggest that certain blood tests could improve the speed and accuracy of Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis. While current methods require invasive procedures like brain scans or spinal taps, new tests using blood samples show promising results in diagnosing Alzheimer’s with fewer follow-up procedures.
Mudslide kills 15 people near tourist site in China as rains from tropical storm Gaemi drench region
BEIJING (AP) – Tragedy struck in China as a mudslide claimed the lives of 15 individuals near a tourist spot in a mountainous region due to heavy rains. Meanwhile, a delivery person in Shanghai lost their life after being hit by a falling tree as a result of Typhoon Gaemi’s impact. The storm has caused havoc in Southeastern China, resulting in multiple casualties.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ smashes R-rated record with $205 million debut, 8th biggest opening ever
Marvel’s latest film, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” broke records with a staggering $205 million debut in North American theaters, surpassing the previous record set by the original “Deadpool.” The movie’s global opening crossed $438.3 million, securing its place among the top domestic opening weekends in cinema history.
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