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Obiri sets women's NYC Marathon course record, Kipruto wins men's race by a fraction of a second
November 02, 2025 - 10:21 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York City Marathon made history on Sunday with a course record set in the women's competition and the closest race ever on the men's side, which was decided by a fraction of a second.
Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution
November 02, 2025 - 10:14 AM

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said he's ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria as he stepped up his allegations that the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in the West African country.
From Mexico to Germany, photos capture the Day of the Dead celebrations
November 02, 2025 - 10:09 AM

People around the world are celebrating the Day of the Dead, blending pre-Columbian rituals with the Roman Catholic observance of All Saint’s Day on Nov. 1 and All Soul’s Day on Nov. 2.
Mississippi woman kills escaped monkey fearing for her children's safety
November 02, 2025 - 9:51 AM

One of the monkeys that escaped last week after a truck overturned on a Mississippi roadway was shot and killed early Sunday by a woman who says she feared for the safety of her children.
Serbia youth lead thousands on march for weekend rally marking canopy collapse last year, in photos
November 02, 2025 - 9:44 AM

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Thousands of mainly young people in Serbia embarked on a two-day march from Belgrade to the country's north on Thursday, aiming to join a major rally this weekend that will mark the anniversary of a deadly train station disaster.
Riot police separate opponents, loyalists of Serbia's president as tensions soar amid protests
November 02, 2025 - 9:43 AM

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Hundreds of riot police Sunday separated opponents and loyalists of Serbia's autocratic President Aleksandar Vucic in central Belgrade as political tensions boiled after a year of persistent anti-government protests.
Hurricane Melissa deals another heavy blow to Jamaica's farmers and fishers
November 02, 2025 - 9:38 AM

The updates sent by friends and neighbors on WhatsApp confirmed what fisher Prince Davis already feared: Hurricane Melissa put a hole in the stern of his 50-foot (15-meter) fishing boat, and damaged the cabin and back deck.
Top photos of the 2025 New York City Marathon
November 02, 2025 - 9:21 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York City Marathon made history on Sunday with a course record set in the women’s competition and the closest race ever on the men’s side, which was decided by a fraction of a second.
The end of federal food aid could hit Black Americans hardest
November 02, 2025 - 9:13 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — In one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the nation, a line stretched along the side of the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen and Pantry.
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November 02, 2025 - 9:04 AM

UK police release 1 of 2 men arrested over train stabbings and laud 'heroic' rail worker
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
OPINION Last month, President Donald Trump decided he liked the sound of Department of War a lot more than Department of Defense. It was - like so many Trump impulses - a move that did little to change reality other t

Why some bars and most breweries close early in downtown Kelowna
It’s 10:30 p.m. and the night feels young inside one of Kelowna’s charming breweries, but your hope of painting the town red is dashed by last call. That’s a pretty common experience for folks who aren’t familiar wit

Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
Law abiding cannabis companies in the Okanagan deal with the government taking its piece of the pie at every turn, while trying to compete with a black market that's still going strong. Cannabis in B.C. gets taxed at several points betw

The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

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Obiri sets women's NYC Marathon course record, Kipruto wins men's race by a fraction of a second

Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

From Mexico to Germany, photos capture the Day of the Dead celebrations

Mississippi woman kills escaped monkey fearing for her children's safety

Serbia youth lead thousands on march for weekend rally marking canopy collapse last year, in photos

Riot police separate opponents, loyalists of Serbia's president as tensions soar amid protests

Hurricane Melissa deals another heavy blow to Jamaica's farmers and fishers

Top photos of the 2025 New York City Marathon

The end of federal food aid could hit Black Americans hardest

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