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A rice shortage is sending prices soaring across the world. And things could get worse

Global rice supply disrupted by India’s export limits, Russia’s wheat export halt, El Nino’s effects. Price hikes endanger vulnerable.

By Associated Press

/ 22 Aug 2023

A rice shortage is sending prices soaring across the world. And things could get worse

Biden administration announces more new funding for rural broadband infrastructure

The Biden administration invests $667 million in 38 projects across 22 states to expand broadband access in rural areas.

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

Biden administration announces more new funding for rural broadband infrastructure

Immigrant workers’ lives, livelihoods and documents in limbo after the Hawaii fire

Lahaina, a former immigrant hub, faces destruction from fires, leaving residents grappling with uncertain futures and decisions to remain or leave.

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

Immigrant workers’ lives, livelihoods and documents in limbo after the Hawaii fire

Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

The affordable small car market has dwindled, leaving only the Mitsubishi Mirage under $20,000. Shifting preferences towards SUVs and trucks impact car affordability.The affordable small car market has dwindled, leaving only the Mitsubishi Mirage under $20,000. Shifting preferences towards SUVs and

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Your choice has dwindled to just one vehicle

‘Barbie’ for $4? National Cinema Day is coming, with discounted tickets nationwide

National Cinema Day, on August 27, offers $4 movie tickets in participating theaters across the U.S. Over 3,000 cinemas, including major chains

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

‘Barbie’ for $4? National Cinema Day is coming, with discounted tickets nationwide

Post-Tropical Storm Hilary pushes into Nevada after drenching Southern California

Tropical Storm Hilary drenched Southern California from the coast to the desert resort city of Palm Springs and inland mountains, forcing rescuers to pull several people from swollen rivers. By

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

Post-Tropical Storm Hilary pushes into Nevada after drenching Southern California

‘Blue Beetle’ director Ángel Manuel Soto says the DC film is a ‘love letter to our ancestors’

“Blue Beetle” director Ángel Manuel Soto embraces Latino representation through culturally authentic elements in the film, releasing amid Hollywood strikes.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate climbs to 7.09% this week to highest level in more than 20 years

Average U.S. long-term mortgage rate hits 20-year high at 7.09%, worsening housing affordability amid supply shortage and high prices.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate climbs to 7.09% this week to highest level in more than 20 years

Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies

U.S. military academies urged to combat rising sexual assaults and misconduct through improved leadership training, behavior changes, and mentorship.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies

Americans are divided along party lines over Trump’s actions in election cases, AP-NORC poll shows

Poll reveals split opinions on legality of Trump’s actions, approval of his indictment, and low confidence in Justice Department.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Americans are divided along party lines over Trump’s actions in election cases, AP-NORC poll shows

Pig kidney works in a donated body for over a month, a step toward animal-human transplants

Pig kidney transplanted into brain-dead man works over a month, advancing potential use of animal organs for human transplants.

By Associated Press

/ 16 Aug 2023

Pig kidney works in a donated body for over a month, a step toward animal-human transplants

As a criminal case against a Tesla driver wraps up, legal and ethical questions on Autopilot endure

Tesla driver facing felony charges in Autopilot crash case, highlighting legal and ethical concerns over automated driving systems.

By Associated Press

/ 15 Aug 2023