Politics

Why isn't desperately needed aid reaching Palestinians in Gaza?

By Joseph Krauss, Associated Press

United Nations agencies and aid groups say the ongoing hostilities, the Israeli military's refusal to facilitate deliveries and the breakdown of order inside Gaza make it increasingly difficult to bring vital aid to much of the coastal enclave.

More than $400 million needed for Afghanistan to recover from October earthquake, UN says

By Rahim Faiez, Associated Press

The magnitude 6.3 quake on Oct. 7, one of the most destructive in the country's recent history, flattened entire villages in Herat province and also left thousands injured and homeless.

Alabama lawmakers advance legislation to define man and woman based on reproductive anatomy

By Kim Chandler, Associated Press

Supporters say it gives necessary guidance to the courts in interpreting existing laws. Opponents say it would further erode the rights of transgender people in Alabama.

Alabama hospital puts pause on IVF in wake of ruling saying frozen embryos are children

By Kim Chandler, Associated Press

The University of Alabama Birmingham said in a statement Wednesday that its UAB Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility has paused the treatments "as it evaluates the Alabama Supreme Court's decision."…

IRS to pursue business private jet usage in new round of audits on wealthy taxpayers

By Fatima Hussein, Associated Press

First, there were trackers on Taylor Swift and other celebrities' private jet usage. Now, there will be more scrutiny on executives' personal use of business aircraft who write it off as a tax expense.

Jill Biden announces $100 million for 'life-changing' research and development into women's health

By Darlene Superville, Associated Press

The first lady says women don't know enough about their health because the research has been underfunded, but says the new White House initiative aims to change that.

Zelenskyy invites Poland's leaders to border to resolve farmer protest affecting weapon shipments

By Vanessa Gera, Associated Press

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the blockade is hampering the shipment of weapons to Ukrainian soldiers. He hopes the border meeting could happen before the two-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Saturday.

Germany says Europe's largest economy is in 'troubled waters' and cuts growth forecast

By David McHugh, Associated Press

Germany is recovering slowly from the shock of Russia cutting off most natural gas supplies after its invasion of Ukraine.

WATCH: Biden speaks in California as he announces student loan relief for over 150,000 people

By Aamer Madhani, Collin Binkley, Associated Press

The announcement Wednesday during a three-day campaign swing through California is part of a new repayment plan that offers a faster path to forgiveness.

What to expect in the South Carolina Republican primary between Trump and Haley

By Robert Yoon, Associated Press

It's Donald Trump and Nikki Haley's first head-to-head matchup since the New Hampshire primary a month ago. The contest takes place on Haley’s home turf.