Latest Stories from The Associated Press
The latest stories from The Associated Press, providing up-to-date news coverage on a variety of topics. Each episode delivers concise reports on current events from around the world. This podcast is a reliable source for breaking news and important updates.
Episodes
School roof collapse kills at least 29, injures more than 3 dozen in Pakistan
AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on a deadly roof collapse at a school in Pakistan.
Ukrainian drones are forced to slow down by sudden restrictions on use of Starlink
AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Ukraine is facing new struggles amid Russia's latest aerial onslaught.
Trump touts new Air Force One, defends accepting the Qatari 747 gift as he campaigns for GOP
AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports President Trump wrapped up a Western campaign swing with rallies in Arizona and Montana Wednesday.
The latest in sports
Cornell president faces scrutiny over handling of gang rape report
Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff faced a difficult meeting with members of the school's faculty. The AP's Jennifer King reports.
WFP highlights food distribution needs in Yemenn
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the World Food Program says the escalating conflict in Yemen has disrupted aid deliveries to large numbers of people, with higher numbers injured, and hospitalized.
Luna, a small dog missing for over a month in Yellowstone, is reunited with her owners
Luna, the wandering pup in Yellowstone, is finally safe. AP's Lisa Dwyer explains.
The first new sunscreen type in 25 years has arrived on US store shelves
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a new option to bring to the beach.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone seized and relatives subpoenaed in criminal probe, AP source says
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on an investigation involving a member of Congress.
Pilot reported ice building up on the wings before Wisconsin crash that killed 6
A plane crash in Wisconsin claims six lives. The AP's Jennifer King reports.
Dozens of California dams need repair as El Niño winter draws closer
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that dozens of California dams are in need of repair.
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
AP correspondent Julie Walker reports the Kelly Clarkson Brooklyn toy store clash doesn't seem to be dying anytime soon.
New York to ban Central Park's horse-drawn carriages after teen's death
AP correspondent Julie Walker reports New York City plans to ban Central Park's horse-drawn carriages, after a teen's death.
Ex-fiance of US Rep. Nancy Mace and 2 others charged with sex crimes she detailed in a House speech
Rep. Nancy Mace's ex-fiance and 2 others are charged with sex crimes. AP's Ed Donahue reports.
Pope Leo is eating and walking after cancer surgery, but Latin America trip is in question
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the condition of Pope Leo.
Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts at streaming giant in years
AP correspondent Damian Troise reports on Netflix layoffs, the biggest round of job cuts at the streaming giant in years.
Search for missing pup in Yellowstone is under pressure as winter nears
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on an allusive missing pup in Yellowstone
The Phillies are keeping Don Mattingly as manager on a 2-year deal
The Philadelphia Phillies have removed the interim tag and are keeping Don Mattingly as their manager. Correspondent Ben Raby reports.
Roller coaster rider's death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides
AP correspondent Julie Walker reports a roller coaster rider's death puts the spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides.
French cybersecurity authority warns attack may be ongoing as stores scramble to restock
Supermarkets in France and the Netherlands are dealing with the aftermath of a cyberattack that disrupted refrigeration systems. The AP’S Marcela Sanchez reports.
US stocks fall further from their record as inflation gets worse
Worries about a worse-than-expected inflation report are pulling the stock market lower.
Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month
Social Security recipients will receive a cost-of-living adjustment at the beginning of next year. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Shohei Ohtani will be in Dodgers' Game 3 lineup against Brewers
A. Dodgers are on the ropes as they trail the Milwaukee Brewers two games to none in the N-L-C-S. Correspondent Ben Raby reports despite lingering injuries, Shohei Ohtani will remain in the Dodgers' lineup.
Inflation worsened last month to 3.7% in sign that prices remain elevated as midterm elections near
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports inflation sped up in September.
Judge extends order blocking Trump from banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico reporters from White House
For now, the White House will have to continue allowing access to the three news outlets President Trump had banned. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.
The latest international news headlines
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on the IMF's worries over global debt; explosions are heard over the Saudi capital; Ukraine's leader is visiting London for talks on more help in the Russia war; the WFP warns of a humanitarian crisis in Yemen; and a former Ukrainian officer goes on trial over the 2022 Nord Stream gas pipeline blasts.
Texas prosecutor says ICE agent appeared to intentionally strike man with vehicle in Houston
A Texas prosecutor is considering filing criminal charges against an ICE agent suspected of hitting a fleeing man with his SUV. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Turkish authorities raid TV channel as press freedom groups warn of a crackdown
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports authorities have raided a Turkish broadcaster's headquarters amid a corruption probe.
Prosecution labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator at opening of his sex assault trial
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a British prosecutor has accused comedian Russell Brand of being a “ruthless” sexual predator who assaulted six women over the course of a decade.
Indonesia relocates 8 orangutans into protected forest after rescue from wildfires
AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Indonesia has relocated eight orangutans, rescued from wildfires, into a protected forest.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine received no intelligence from partners about missiles headed to Kyiv
AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Ukraine's president is not saying who, but partners haven't been providing early warnings of incoming Russian missiles.
US hits Bank of America with $1.2 billion fine, saying it violated money laundering, sanctions laws
Bank of America is being hit with a fine for allegedly violating money laundering laws. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been sentenced to four decades in prison for his involvement in the shooting death of rapper Tupac Shakur.
AP Sports Digest
The Guardians get even; the Dodgers will have Ohtani for Game 3 against the Brewers; a Rams' offensive lineman is suspended, and the Tkachuk brothers lead the Panthers to victory.
Recently unsealed report on coach Brian Flores contains 'racial stereotypes,' according to lawyers
Lawyers for Brian Flores say a head-hunters report prepared in 2024 shores up his allegations of racial discrimination in the NFL. AP correspondent Jennifer King reports.
Six Flags closes 9 North American roller coasters after families watch man fall to his death
Six Flags closes 9 North American roller coasters after families saw a man fall to his death. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
Kroger to lay off 3,000 corporate employees over 3 years as it leans into artificial intelligence
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S. has announced layoffs due to AI.
Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove part of right lung
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on Pope Leo's lung surgery.
Police confiscate robot that groped 16-year-old girl, probe whether young men were at the controls
German authorities are investigating a robot's alleged harassment of teen girl. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
Drones hit ships in Black Sea, sinking 1 and prompting rescue operations, Bulgaria says
Bulgaria is seeking NATO and European Union assistance after drones strike two ships in the Black Sea. The AP's Jennifer King reports.
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports a man is going to prison for the shooting death of Tupac Shakur.
Rare Nanotyrannus fossil unveiled at Manhattan auction house
AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on a new dinosaur going to auction with a very big price tag.
Vance, stumping for Ken Paxton in Texas, mocks his Democratic opponent
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Vice President JD Vance is using food on the campaign trail while hammering Democrat James Talarico, who is fighting the GOP's Ken Paxton for a Senate seat.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt work on historic DC golf course until Oct. 26
The ruling to halt work on a DC golf course by the Trump administration has been extended. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports
AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Cornell suspends fraternity parties and gives state police a role in investigating campus assault reports.
Trump's diesel deal with Putin draws criticism from a frustrated Congress
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports there's bipartisan and European bashing of President Trump's deal to import Russian diesel.
Final jury selection begins in federal hate crimes trial over Buffalo, NY, supermarket shooting
AP correspondent Ted Shaffrey reports on the final phase of jury selection in a Buffalo, New York hate crime case that could end in the death penalty.
Cyberattack targeting refrigeration systems hits 700 supermarkets, French government says
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a large scale cyberattack that affected hundreds of supermarkets in France.
Zelenskyy says Russia strikes energy facilities despite Trump claim of an energy ceasefire
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Trump is pushing back on Ukraine's claim that it did not receive intelligence help from partners before Russian missile strikes on Kyiv.
Formula 1 announces return to Africa with Grand Prix in Rwanda in early 2030s
Formula 1 Racing continues to expand its global presence, with plans to return to Africa next decade. Correspondent Ben Raby reports.
Trump's ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigns after allegations of improper conduct
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports America's top diplomat in Greece has resigned after allegations of improper conduct.
Contreras delivers and Milwaukee's bullpen shines as the Brewers top the Dodgers 7-4 in NLCS Game 2
The Dodgers face an uphill climb in the National League Championship Series, trailing the Brewers two games to none. Correspondent Ben Raby reports they face a big decision for Game 3.
Strong profit reports from Goldman Sachs and others support Wall Street as chip stocks drop
Wall Street is feeling the impact of a sharp drop in chip stocks.
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration in lawsuit seeking records on Elon Musk’s DOGE
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Supreme Court says it will hear arguments in a watchdog's lawsuit seeking public records from Elon Musk's DOGE, in a win for the Trump administration.
The Latest: Trump’s diesel deal with Putin draws criticism from a frustrated Congress
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Trump's new White House press secretary made her briefing room debut a short one.
Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse
AP correspondent Matthew Kemp reports Selma Blair is accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse.
Indonesia returns 20 green sea turtles to the ocean after Bali smuggling raid
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a flotilla of sea turtles tread slowly across brown sand before splashing into the sea, escaping an uncertain future.
Trump says he cares for Americans. They think he's more focused on his wealth, an AP-NORC poll finds
Trump says he cares for Americans. They think he's more focused on his wealth, according to an AP-NORC poll. AP correspondent Julie Walker reports.
The latest international news headlines
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a drone attack on ships in the Black Sea; the Houthis say there have been attacks on a Red Sea island; the IMF upgrades its global forecast, but with caveats; and turtles and orangutans get back their stride in Indonesia.
IMF raises its forecast for world growth this year but warns of risks from AI boom and debt
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the IMF has raised its forecast for world growth this year but warns of risks like the AI boom and debt.
The latest in sports
The Guardians take Game 1; the Brewers go up two games against the Dodgers; the Bills and Rams go into overtime; and a 49ers linebacker is suspended.
Passenger train derails in central Pakistan, killing at least 5 people and injuring 35
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a passenger train has derailed in central Pakistan, killing at least 5 people and injuring 35.
Drones hit ships in Black Sea, sinking 1 and prompting rescue operations, Bulgaria says
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports drones have hit ships in the Black Sea, sinking one and prompting rescue operations.
Agents search Rep. Omar's Washington home in criminal probe as she vows she won't 'be silenced'
AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports federal agents searched the home of Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Emergency help was delayed by confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike, 911 calls reveal
After the failed execution of Christa Pike, newly released audio reveals confusion and delays in the emergency response. The AP's Jennifer King has more.
Actor Selma Blair taken into custody by police responding to physically abusive passenger on plane
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on the arrest of actor Selma Blair after a disturbance on a Delta flight.
US stocks hover near their latest record in mixed trading on Wall Street
U.S. stocks are hovering near their latest record.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt work for a day on historic DC golf course
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that the Trump administration has been ordered to temporarily halt work on a historic DC golf course near the Jefferson Memorial.
Pope will be admitted to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery, Vatican says
The AP's Silvia Stellacci reports from Rome on an upcoming surgery for Pope Leo XIV.
Saudis probe how defense systems failed to stop deadly Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that the Saudis are looking at why their defense system failed to stop an attack on a major airport.
Flash-flood risk lingers across the Southwest after Rachel’s remnants swamped Nevada
Flash-flood risk lingers across the Southwest after Tropical Storm Rachel battered Southern California and swamped Nevada. AP correspondent Julie Walker reports.
Elon Musk quietly becomes biggest known donor in midterm contests as he tries to save Republicans
Elon Musk has quietly become the biggest known financial donor in midterm elections. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.
Russell Brand appears in a London court for trial on rape and sexual assault charges
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports comedian Russell Brand has appeared at Southwark Crown Court for trial on rape and sexual assault charges.
Michael Jordan jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia, auction house says
It's been more than 20 years since Michael Jordan last played in the NBA, but the all-time great continues to rewrite the record books. Correspondent Ben Raby reports.
Small ball vs. Guards Ball when the Rays and Guardians meet in the ALCS
The American League Championship Series begins tonight and as Major League Baseball fights for a salary cap to ensure competitive balance, their argument could be taking a hit. Correspondent Ben Raby reports the two teams vying for the AL pennant have two of the game's lowest payrolls.
Saudi Arabia responds to drone and cruise missile attacks, and other Mideast developments
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Iran's foreign minister has expressed concern about he continuation of war between the Yemen-based Houthis and Saudi Arabia, saying Iran could help.
US stocks hover near their latest record in mixed trading on Wall Street
U.S. stocks are hovering near their latest record.
Judge orders the Trump administration to cancel taxpayer-funded promotional TV ads
A judge has ordered the Trump administration to cancel taxpayer-funded TV ads. AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports.
The latest AP international new headlines
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is still striking Ukraine's energy facilities; two American economists have won the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics; and British comedian Russell Brand faces serious charges in a London court.
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles, adding to streak of weapons tests
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports North Korea has fired missiles toward its eastern waters.
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