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President Donald Trump listens as China's President Xi Jinping speaks during an arrival ceremony in the Grand Foyer of the White House, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Xi says 2 giant pandas from China will arrive in the coming days at Atlanta's zoo
Chinese President Xi Jinping says two giant pandas from China will arrive at Zoo Atlanta in the coming days. Their arrival will bolster a loan program that at one time lapsed as part of tensions … more
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For sale sign is seen outside of a home in Arlington Heights, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Mortgage rates climb for 5th straight week, pushing average rate on a 30-year home loan above 7%
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose this week above 7% for the first time since January 2025, the latest affordability setback for prospective homebuyers following a five-week run of rate … more
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The average rate on a 30-year home loan crests 7% after a steady ascent that began in mid-August
The average rate on a 30-year home loan crests 7% after a steady ascent that began in mid-August. more
FILE - A horse runs through some mud during a race before the 136th Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 1, 2010, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Rob Carr, File)
Austrian Painter horse renamed after complaint it referenced Adolf Hitler
The Jockey Club has ruled that a racehorse known as Austrian Painter has been renamed Merrylegs after a review of a complaint that alleged it was a reference to Adolf Hitler. The horse's name drew … more
President Donald Trump speaks at the Republican convention, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
US government foots bill for television advertisement featuring Trump's midterm messaging
At first glance, it looks like a typical Republican campaign advertisement. As images of President Donald Trump flash across the screen, the 30-second spot says “America will never be a communist … more
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FILE - A laptop screen displays trades on the Kalshi website, April 16, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
New York sues prediction market Polymarket, calling it an unlicensed gambling operation
New York has sued the prediction market Polymarket. It argues that the platform is an unlicensed gambling operation and wants a judge to block the company from operating in the state. Thursday's … more

Jacob Mitchell carries a tray of food at new KFC restaurant pre-opening presentation in McKinney, Texas, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
KFC opens a Texas restaurant to test ideas for reclaiming its fried chicken crown
KFC has been taking a licking in its home market from fried chicken rivals like Raising Cane’s. But the global fast-food chain has a plan to return to the top of the U.S. pecking order. The … more
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Florida authorities arrest NC State's ex-head trainer accused of sex abuse of Wolfpack male athletes
Authorities in Florida have arrested N.C. State’s former director of sports medicine, who has been accused of sexually abusing former Wolfpack male athletes under the guise of treatment. Robert M. … more
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Media outlets ask judge for immediate hearing to address White House's continued ban on journalists despite court order
Media outlets ask judge for immediate hearing to address White House's continued ban on journalists despite court order. more
FILE - Visitors look at a Geely Galaxy E8 electric car during the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Sunday, April 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File)
Chinese auto companies race ahead on EV technology, achieving 5-minute ultrafast charging
HONG KONG (AP) — Chinese electric vehicles’ ultrafast charging is only getting faster. On Wednesday, Geely Auto unveiled technology that can charge an electric vehicle battery from 10% to 70% … more
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President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping participate in an arrival ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
The Latest: Trump and Xi Jinping will hold talks in Washington on trade, AI and more
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have no shortage of difficult issues to cover when they sit down for talks at the White House. The leaders are tackling issues like trade irritants, artificial … more
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A hiring sign is displayed at a grocery store, in Schaumburg, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare
Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security. The Labor Department said Thursday that … more
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