Politics

Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro declines to concede defeat

By Diane Jeantet, Carla Bridi, Associated Press

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Tuesday did not concede the election he lost to leftist Lula da Silva in a brief speech that marked his first comments since results were released two days ago.

U.K. interior minister faces backlash, criticism after calling illegal immigration an ‘invasion’

By Jill Lawless, Associated Press

Britain's interior minister is facing criticism for describing migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats as an "invasion."…

How to navigate this year’s Affordable Care Act enrollment

By Cora Lewis, Amanda Seitz, Associated Press

The vast majority of Americans will have multiple choices for health insurance coverage next year now that open enrollment has begun under the Affordable Care Act.

Supreme Court lifts hold on Sen. Graham testimony in 2020 election investigation

By Mark Sherman, Associated Press

The Supreme Court has lifted a temporary hold on Sen. Lindsey Graham's testimony in a Georgia investigation of possible illegal interference in the 2020 election by then-President Donald Trump and his allies in the state.

Libertarian candidate ends Arizona Senate bid, endorses GOP’s Blake Masters

By Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press

Victor's endorsement could help Masters further narrow the gap with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly in a race that's expected to be one of the closest in the country.

Tokyo begins issuing certificates recognizing same-sex couples

By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press

Japan's capital has begun issuing certificates recognizing same-sex couples, becoming the largest municipality to do so in a country in which same-sex marriage is not allowed.

Ships carrying grain sail from Ukraine despite Russia suspending deal

By Courtney Bonnell, Associated Press

Ships loaded with grain are still departing Ukraine despite Russia suspending its participation in a U.N.-brokered deal that ensures safe wartime passage of critical food supplies.

Hourslong drives and huge bills. Here’s what the pregnant and uninsured face in South Dakota

By Laura Santhanam

Fear of financial ruin is enough to compel people to gamble with their health. Will South Dakota voters choose to expand Medicaid?…

Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster merger blocked by federal judge

By Hillel Italie, Associated Press

The ruling was a victory for the Biden administration's tougher approach to proposed mergers, a break from decades of precedent under Democratic and Republican leadership.

Majority of candidates for top election posts oppose hand counting ballots

By Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press

The vast majority of candidates running to become their states' chief election officers oppose hand counting ballots, a laborious and error-prone process that has gained favor among some Republicans embracing conspiracy theories about voting machines.