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Trump to hold first Board of Peace meeting this month in Washington

By Matthew Lee, Associated Press

President Donald Trump plans to convene the first meeting of his Board of Peace this month in Washington to raise money for the reconstruction of Gaza.

U.S. births dropped last year, suggesting the 2024 uptick was short-lived

By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press

Experts say people are marrying later and also worry about their ability to have the money, health insurance and other resources needed to raise children in a stable environment.

Trump ends Obama-era restrictions on commercial fishing in protected area off New England

By Patrick Whittle, Associated Press

Trump’s proclamation is his latest move to try to strengthen U.S. fishing while rolling back existing conservation measures…

PHOTOS: Milan Cortina Olympics begin with opening ceremony

By Howard Fendrich, Associated Press

Featuring tributes to da Vinci and Dante, Puccini and Pausini, Armani and Fellini, pasta and vino, and other iconic tastes of Italian culture — plus Mariah Carey hitting all the high notes in “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu” aka “Volare”…

7 things to know about the 2026 Winter Olympics

By Tim McPhillips

Hundreds of athletes from around the globe have traveled to Italy to compete in 116 medal events.

Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June 8

By Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press

Mangione has pleaded not guilty to state and federal charges, both of which carry the possibility of life in prison.

Savannah Guthrie's demand for mom's 'proof of life' is complicated in this era of AI and deepfakes

By Barbara Ortutay, Ed White, Associated Press

When Savannah Guthrie made a heart-wrenching plea to the kidnapper of her 84-year-old mother to send “proof of life,” she addressed the possibility of people creating deepfakes.

Lawsuit challenges DeSantis' authority to call special session for redistricting

By Mike Schneider, Associated Press

The lawsuit, supported by the National Redistricting Foundation, highlights concerns over gerrymandering.

Sonny Jurgensen, the strong-arm QB whose personality made him a beloved football figure, dies at 91

By Barry Wilner, Stephen Whyno, Associated Press

Sonny Jurgensen, the Hall of Fame quarterback whose strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history, has died. He was 91.