Gabon's military coup has overthrown a powerful political dynasty. Here's what to know
A military coup thrust the Central African nation of Gabon into turmoil Wednesday, unseating the president -- whose family had held power for more than half a century -- just minutes after he was named the winner of a contested election.
2023-08-31 13:26
At least 20 dead in Johannesburg fire
At least 20 people have died and 43 injured after a fire broke out in a five-story building in central Johannesburg early Thursday morning, according to South Africa's public broadcaster SABC.
2023-08-31 13:26
Freeman and Heyward homer, Dodgers beat Diamondbacks 7-0 for 3-game sweep
Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward hit two-run homers in the third inning, Mookie Betts had his 18th multi-hit game in August and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 on Wednesday night for a three-game sweep
2023-08-31 13:24
Euro bounces on inflation while dollar braces for jobs
By Tom Westbrook SINGAPORE The euro stood by a 15-year high on the yen on Thursday in anticipation
2023-08-31 13:21
Some US airports strive to make flying more inclusive for those with dementia
With over 14 million people expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend, a number of them inevitably will be travelers with dementia or some sort of cognitive impairment
2023-08-31 12:55
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued perks beyond impeachment allegations, ex-staffers say
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's accusers say impeachment charges don't tell the full story of how the three-term Republican reaped the benefits of elected office
2023-08-31 12:55
Thai July factory output falls more than forecast as exports slump
BANGKOK Thailand's factory output shrank slightly more than expected in July as sluggish global demand pinched exports, a
2023-08-31 12:54
UBS reports second-quarter profit of $28.875 billion
ZURICH UBS Group on Thursday reported $28.875 billion in net profit attributable to shareholders for the second quarter,
2023-08-31 12:53
Mexico central bank lauds economy's resiliency but rate cut discussion 'not on the table'
By Brendan O'Boyle MEXICO CITY Mexico's central bank raised its economic growth forecasts for 2023 and 2024, citing
2023-08-31 12:51
College students are still struggling with basic math. Professors blame the pandemic
U.S. colleges are searching for solutions as they see alarming numbers of students arrive with gaps in their math skills
2023-08-31 12:46
After Jacksonville shootings, historically Black colleges address security concerns, remain vigilant
The white supremacist shooter who killed three Black residents over the weekend at a dollar store in Jacksonville, Florida, stopped beforehand at the state’s first historically Black college
2023-08-31 12:28
Russia and North Korea 'actively advancing' in arms deal negotiations, says US
Russia and North Korea are "actively advancing" their negotiations over a potential arms deal that would provide significant ammunition for different types of weapons systems, including artillery, in the latest indication that the Kremlin is desperate to obtain further materiel for its faltering invasion of Ukraine, according to newly released US intelligence.
2023-08-31 12:28