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Bill Targeting Election Lies Mulled By Washington Lawmakers
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday urged state lawmakers to approve a bill that would make it a crime for elected officials or candidates to knowingly lie about election outcomes if those claims result in violence. Inslee, a Democrat, said that the meas...
Biden Administration Set To Deny $130 Million In Military Aid To Egypt, U.S. Officials Say
The Biden administration is set to deny $130 million of military aid to Egypt over human rights concerns, U.S. State Department officials said on Friday, in a rare punishment of a key ally, even though it fell short of expectations of rights groups.
Oil Hits 7-year Peak On Political Risks, Supply Crunch
Oil prices rose to a more than sevenyear peak on Friday and recorded their sixth straight weekly gain as geopolitical turmoil exacerbated concerns over tight energy supply.
Working With U.S., Guatemala Detains 10 People In Raids On Migrant Smugglers
Guatemalan authorities working with the U.S. Homeland Security agency on Friday arrested 10 people in raids against a migrant smuggling group linked to the massacre of 19 people in Mexico last year, Guatemalan officials said.
AP Source: Arizona State's Hill Resigns Amid Investigation
Arizona State offensive coordinator Zak Hill has resigned amid an NCAA investigation into alleged recruiting violations, a person familiar with the move confirmed to The Associated Press.
EXPLAINER: What's Known About 'Stealth' Version Of Omicron?
Scientists and health officials around the world are keeping their eyes on a descendant of the omicron variant that has been found in more than 50 countries, including the United States.
'We Don't Need This Panic': Ukraine President Zelensky to West Over Russia Tensions
The West says Russia has deployed over 100,000 troops and heavy armour along Ukraine's borders and threatened massive sanctions if the Kremlin stages an incursion.
‘If It Depends On Us, There Will Be No War’: Russia’s Lavrov On Ukraine Tensions
Lavrov's statement comes after the US and allies threatened to shelve Nord Stream 2 and also submitted a draft proposal as a way out of the crisis.
North Korea Confirms Multiple Missile Tests; Kim Inspects ‘Major Weapons System’
Washington is keeping close eye on developments as missile tests followed were followed up with pictures of a major North Korean weapons system
Christine Sinclair Re-signs With Portland Thorns
Olympic gold medalist Christine Sinclair has signed a oneyear contract extension with the Portland Thorns of the National Women's Soccer League.
At A Glance: College Athlete Compensation After 6 Months
Two of the main NIL compliance-platform and technology companies, INFLCR and Opendorse, have provided information about NCAA athlete compensation after the first six months (July 1 through Dec. 31, 2021). A glance, by the numbers:
Top Pa. Dems To Miss Biden Visit, Cite Scheduling Conflicts
President Joe Biden will appear in Pittsburgh on Friday as an opening step in a broader campaign to promote the White House's achievements in key states ahead of the midterm elections.
Soccer-UAE Down Syria To Keep Alive Hopes Of Automatic World Cup Berth
The United Arab Emirates kept their slim hopes of automatic qualification for the Qatar World Cup alive on Thursday with a 20 win over Syria in Group A of Asia's preliminaries in Dubai.
Blackhawks To Consider Candidates From Outside Hockey For GM
The Chicago Blackhawks are taking an unusual approach to their search for their next general manager and plan to make a decision before the NHL trade deadline in March.
N.Korea Fires Projectile Into Sea Off East Coast, S.Korea Says
North Korea fired at least one "unknown projectile" into the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military said on Thursday, in what would be the sixth round of missile tests this month.
N.Korea Fires Projectile Into Sea Off East Coast, S.Korea Says
North Korea fired at least one "unknown projectile" into the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military said on Thursday, in what would be the sixth round of missile tests this month.