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AP-NORC poll finds skepticism of nationwide election tallies, especially among Republicans
WASHINGTON — The nation's deep partisan divisions extend to trust in the vote tallies for this year's election, as a new poll finds that Republicans are much more skeptical than Democrats that … more
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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade will feature Ariana Madix, T-Pain, 'Gabby's Dollhouse' and pasta
NEW YORK — A eclectic group of stars — including reality TV's Ariana Madix, Broadway belter Idina Menzel, hip-hop's T-Pain, members of the WNBA champions New York Liberty and country duo … more
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Americans are anxious and frustrated about the presidential campaign, an AP-NORC poll finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Most Americans are feeling a lot of emotions heading into Election Day, but excitement is not one of them. A new poll from The AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds … more
Volkswagen says cost cuts are urgently needed as its earnings decline sharply
BERLIN (AP) — Volkswagen said significant cost cuts are urgently needed as it reported a steep decline in third-quarter earnings on Wednesday and faced employee representatives angry at the … more
Microsoft reports quarterly sales up 16% to $65.6 billion as investors ask if AI spending worth it
Microsoft on Wednesday reported its quarterly sales grew 16% to $65.6 billion as the company sought to assure investors its huge spending on artificial intelligence is paying off. The company has … more
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Spain searches for bodies after flood of the century claims at least 95 lives
BARRIO DE LA TORRE, Spain (AP) — Survivors of the worst natural disaster to hit Spain this century awoke to scenes of devastation on Thursday after villages were wiped out by monstrous flash … more
North Korea's long-range missile test signals its improved, potential capability to attack U.S.
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile for the first time in almost a year Thursday, demonstrating a potential advancement in its ability to … more
North Korean troops in Russian uniforms are heading toward Ukraine, U.S. says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Wednesday that North Korean troops wearing Russian uniforms and carrying Russian equipment are moving to the Kursk region near Ukraine, in … more
PepsiCo is closing 4 bottling plants and cutting nearly 400 jobs as it streamlines operations
PepsiCo said Wednesday it plans to close four U.S. bottling plants and lay off nearly 400 workers as part of its efforts to streamline its operations. The company said the closures will impact 136 … more
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A man dubbed 'AK Guru' has been charged with making and selling hundreds of machine guns
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina man whose alias is "AK Guru" has been charged with making and selling hundreds of machine guns built from existing and deconstructed weapons, federal … more
Incendiary devices that burned ballot boxes carried 'Free Gaza' messages, AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Incendiary devices found at the scene of ballot drop box fires in Portland, Oregon, and nearby Vancouver, Washington, this week were marked with the message "Free Gaza," … more
Supreme Court's justices allow Virginia to resume its purge of voter registrations
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court's conservative majority on Wednesday allowed Virginia to resume its purge of voter registrations that the state says is aimed at stopping people who are not … more
Jobs report on eve of election will be among the most distorted in years
WASHINGTON (AP) — Four days before Election Day, the government will issue its final snapshot of hiring and unemployment in the United States after a presidential race in which voter … more
AP-NORC poll finds Democrats and Republicans split on Israel's responsibility for war's escalation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Many American voters are concerned that the ongoing Middle East conflict will escalate into an all-out regional war, a new poll finds. About half of voters are "extremely" or … more
Biden suggests Trump supporters are 'garbage'
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden took a swipe against Donald Trump's supporters on Tuesday as he reacted to the Republican presidential nominee's weekend rally at Madison Square Garden, … more
Israel must step in if it bans the UN agency that is a lifeline for Gaza, UN says
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations stressed Tuesday that if Israel puts in place new laws cutting ties with the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, the Israeli government will have to … more
Man serving 30 years for attacking Nancy Pelosi's husband gets a life term on state charges
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The man who was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for attacking the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer in their California home was given a … more
For the birds: Feed 'em in fall to welcome them back in winter
Humans aren't the only ones who look forward to autumn harvest. Fall brings a bounty of natural foods for our feathered friends, too. But while they're feasting on fall's cornucopia of delicacies, birds are also planning ahead, taking note of yards … more
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Researchers say an AI-powered transcription tool used in hospitals invents things no one ever said
This story was produced in partnership with the Pulitzer Center's AI Accountability Network, which also partially supported the academic Whisper study. AP also receives financial assistance from the Omidyar Network to support coverage of artificial … more
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Funeral home owner jailed after 18 bodies found in various stages of decomposition, authorities say
DOUGLAS, Ga. (AP) — A funeral home owner in south Georgia has been arrested and accused of neglecting human corpses after authorities said they found 18 bodies in various stages of … more
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