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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports U.S. contractors say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seeking food in Gaza.By The Associated Press

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Skydiving plane goes off New Jersey runway and crashes into woods, sending 15 to hospital 0:41

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A skydiving plane crashed after takeoff but everyone aboard survived. The AP's Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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Amnesty International says Israel and aid system use starvation to commit Gaza genocide 0:42

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Amnesty International is accusing a Gaza food aid group of genocide. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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The latest international news headlines 0:57

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a ferry tragedy in Indonesian waters; and fresh news from the Mideast, where dozens of Palestinians die, many while hunting for aid; and according to accounts and videos obtained by The AP American contractors, guarding aid distribution sites in Gaza, are using live ammunition and stun grenades.…

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Indonesia rescuers find 31 survivors in ongoing search after ferry sinks near Bali 0:54

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Rescuers search for over 30 people missing after a ferry sank near Indonesia’s resort island of Bali - one man tells the AP how he survived.By The Associated Press

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Serbian police detain 79 protesters as dissent persists against populist president 0:56

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on continued clashes in Serbia between police and anti-government protesters.By The Associated Press

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Indonesia rescuers find 31 survivors in ongoing search after ferry sinks near Bali 0:40

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports rescuers are searching for around 30 people who are missing after a ferry sank and four people died the previous night near Indonesia’s resort island of Bali.By The Associated Press

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7 missing after explosion at California fireworks warehouse sets off massive blaze 0:31

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports seven people are missing after an explosion at a California fireworks warehouse.By The Associated Press

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A slider, a milestone and a heartfelt thank you: Kershaw's 3,000th strikeout 0:35

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A former MVP and three-time Cy Young Award winner has finally reached the 3K club. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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The latest in sports 0:57

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Clayton Kershaw joins baseball’s storied 3K club, three Dodgers and three Tigers are voted MLB All-Star starters, the Knicks tab a multi-time Coach of the Year, a former No. 1 pick heads to Hollywood, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka advance at Wimbledon and the U.S. hangs on to reach the Gold Cup final. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.…

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Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center is set to receive its first group of immigrants 0:50

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' is about to receive its first detainees.By The Associated Press

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia says he was beaten and subjected to psychological torture in El Salvador jail 0:44

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Kilmar Abrego Garcia describes harsh treatment in an El Salvador prison.By The Associated Press

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail after mixed verdict clears him of top charges in sex crimes case 0:47

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on Sean 'Diddy" Combs mixed verdict, bail denial and what comes next.By The Associated Press

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Nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon recalled over possible listeria contamination 0:31

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AP’s Lisa Dwyer reports on a recall of turkey bacon.By The Associated Press

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US contractors say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seek food in Gaza 0:45

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AP's Julia Frankel reports that US contractors hired to deliver aid say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seek food in Gaza.By The Associated Press

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of prostitution-related offenses 0:52

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail while awaiting sentencing in his sex crimes case.By The Associated Press

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Knicks offer coaching job to Mike Brown and are working on a deal, AP source says 0:31

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The Knicks are turning to one of the game's most respected veteran coaches to right the ship. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Maxwell Hairston, the Bills' 1st-round pick, is accused of sexual assault 0:34

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A recent first-round NFL draft pick has been accused of sexual assault. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Trump says deal for ceasefire in Gaza is closer after Israel agrees on terms 0:58

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AP’s Lisa Dwyer reports on one Israeli mothers’ renewed hopes that her son came come back alive.By The Associated Press

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What is the Mann Act? Here's what to know about the law used to convict Sean 'Diddy' Combs 0:43

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AP's Julie Walker reports that Sean 'Diddy' Combs is now waiting for a 5 p.m. bail hearing.By The Associated Press

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Air defense missiles among weaponry US is withholding from Ukraine, AP sources say 0:51

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the U.S. withholding some weapons from Ukraine.By The Associated Press

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House Republicans race to secure the votes for passage of Trump's tax bill 1:05

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the House GOP push to pass President Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts bill.By The Associated Press

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Microsoft announces another mass layoff, thousands of workers affected 0:41

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AP’s Lisa Dwyer reports on more layoffs at Microsoft.By The Associated Press

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Del Monte, the 139-year-old canned fruits and vegetables company, seeks bankruptcy protection 0:35

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A food company that's been in Americans' cupboards for nearly 140 years is filing for bankruptcy protection. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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Explosion at a California fireworks warehouse sets off massive blaze and forces evacuations 0:30

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AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in California.By The Associated Press

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Sean “Diddy” Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of a prostitution-related offense 0:49

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports from court, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been acquitted of the most serious charges, but convicted of a prostitution-related offense.By The Associated Press

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Ukraine looks to jointly produce weapons with allies, while US halts some shipments 0:46

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Ukraine is forging ahead with embryonic plans for joint weapons production with some of its international allies, as U.S. says it is halting some arms shipmentsfor Kyiv.By The Associated Press

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Thousands of city workers are on strike in Philadelphia but judge orders some back to work 1:00

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A municipal workers strike in Philadelphia enters day two. The AP's Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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Tesla sales fell sharply in Q2 as Musk backlash and competition chipped away at company's dominance 0:40

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on another rough quarter for Tesla.By The Associated Press

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US stocks drift ahead of Thursday's jobs report 0:39

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US stocks are drifitng ahead of Thursday's jobs report.By The Associated Press

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Wisconsin Supreme Court’s liberal majority strikes down 176-year-old abortion ban 0:52

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the striking down of Wisconsin's more-than-a-century-old abortion ban.By The Associated Press

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Hamas says it's ready for a ceasefire but it must put an an end to the war in Gaza 0:54

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Hamas says it is open to a ceasefire agreement with Israel, but stopped short of accepting a U.S.-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza announced by President Donald Trump hours earlier.By The Associated Press

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A day outside an LA detention center shows profound impact of ICE raids on families 1:05

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the impact immigration detention is having on families.By The Associated Press

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House Republicans race toward a final vote on Trump's tax bill, daring critics to oppose 0:56

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The AP's Jennifer King reports House Republicans are racing to pass President Trump's big tax and spending bill by Friday.By The Associated Press

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House Republicans race toward a final vote on Trump's tax bill, daring critics to oppose 1:14

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The AP's Joey Cappelletti recaps the Republican push to pass President Trump's big tax and spending cuts bill.By The Associated Press

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports talks continue on a hoped-for ceasefire between Israel and Hamas; a wildfire hits Spain as extreme heat covers parts of Europe; and Ukraine's on the receiving end of punishing Russia attacks.By The Associated Press

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Daughter of assassinated civil rights leader sees painful echoes of political violence in America 1:00

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on remembering slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers.By The Associated Press

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Russia ramps up offensives on 2 fronts in Ukraine as both sides seek an advantage before fall 0:53

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Russian forces overnight struck Kharkiv and the region with Shahed drones, one person was killed and four injured in the region, according to senior officials.By The Associated Press

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The Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate, ensuring the institution will continue 0:58

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama says the centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist institution will continue after his death, ending years of speculation.By The Associated Press

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Iran’s president orders country to suspend cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog IAEA 0:38

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Iran's president says his country will cut ties with the UN's nuclear watchdog agency.By The Associated Press

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Paramount to pay $16 million in settlement with Trump over '60 Minutes' interview 0:51

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on a settlement between Paramount and President Donald Trump.By The Associated Press

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Wildfire kills two people in Spain amid European heat wave 0:35

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a wildfire has killed at least two people in Spain amid a Europe-wide heat wave.By The Associated Press

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UPenn updates swimming records set by Lia Thomas, settling with feds on transgender athletes case 0:35

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An Ivy League school is updating its record books as part of a settlement on a transgender athletes case. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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US won't send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following a Pentagon review of military aid 0:47

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports the Trump administration is halting some weapons shipments to Urkaine.By The Associated Press

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Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and urges Hamas to accept deal 0:31

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports President Trump says a new Gaza ceasefire deal is on the table.By The Associated Press

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Myles Turner will join Bucks, who waive Damian Lillard, AP source says, in a free agency surprise 0:34

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One All-NBA guard is being released while another is getting a major payday. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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'The disappointment is huge:' Cuban women's volleyball team denied US visa to compete in Puerto Rico 0:33

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Travel restrictions put in place by the Trump administration are costing one nation its chance to play in a notable tournament. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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