China stages military drills around Taiwan to warn 'external forces' after US, Japan tensions

HONG KONG (AP) — China's military on Monday dispatched air, navy and missile units to conduct joint live-fire drills around the island of Taiwan, which Beijing called a “stern warning” again...

Official says 6 Islamic State militants and 3 police officers killed in clash in northwest Turkey

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Islamic State militants clashed with police in northwest Turkey on Monday, leaving three police officers and six militants dead, Turkey’s interior minister said. At lea...

Top diplomats of China, Cambodia and Thailand meet as Beijing seeks a stronger role in dispute

HONG KONG (AP) — Foreign ministers from Cambodia and Thailand convened with their Chinese counterpart on Monday as the Beijing government, building on its expanding presence in global diplom...

AP Exclusive: China threatens detention in Xinjiang over banned Uyghur songs

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — It is a soulful folk song, filled with feeling and history: A love-stricken young man tells God about his hopes and dreams of happiness. Generations of Uyghurs, the Tur...

Nevada faces Colorado State following Comer's 24-point game

Nevada Wolf Pack (9-3, 1-0 MWC) at Colorado State Rams (9-3, 0-1 MWC) Fort Collins, Colorado; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Nevada plays Colorado State after Tayshawn Comer scored 24 poin...

Air Force Falcons face the Wyoming Cowboys on 5-game losing streak

Wyoming Cowboys (9-3, 0-1 MWC) at Air Force Falcons (3-9, 0-1 MWC) Colorado Springs, Colorado; Tuesday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Air Force heads into the matchup against Wyoming as losers of ...

Interoceanic Train derails in southern Mexico, killing at least 13 and injuring dozens

MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AP) — Officials said a train accident in southern Mexico killed at least 13 people and injured dozens, halting traffic along a rail line connecting the Pacific Ocean wit...

Out with the old: With 2026 nigh, here's some wide-ranging intel on managing transitions

NEW YORK (AP) — It's that time — December's waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. Ho...

US pledges $2B for UN humanitarian aid as Trump slashes funding and warns agencies to 'adapt or die'

GENEVA (AP) — The United States on Monday announced a $2 billion pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid as President Donald Trump’s administration continues to slash U.S. foreign assistance and wa...

What music and television to stream: A New Year's Eve tradition

It's the end of the year and there are fewer new streaming options headed to a device near you. But it's a great time to catch up on some of best movies, television, music and video ga...

Trump and Netanyahu are to meet in Florida at a crucial moment for the US-backed Gaza ceasefire

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, as Washington looks to create fresh momentum for a U.S.-brokered...

Zohran Mamdani has bold promises. Can he make them come true as New York City mayor?

Zohran Mamdani has promised to transform New York City government when he becomes mayor. Can he do it? Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, already faces intense scrutiny, even b...