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Girls hockey programs show promise in nontraditional markets

Girls hockey programs show promise in nontraditional markets

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Megan Grenon stretched outside the rink before a rare showcase of women’s hockey in the Washington, D.C, area when a young girl approached with her parents. “Are you a hockey player? Are you playing today?” the girl asked.
FDA issues plan to ban menthol in cigarettes, cigars

FDA issues plan to ban menthol in cigarettes, cigars

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government on Thursday released its long-awaited plan to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, citing the toll on Black smokers and young people.
Prince Andrew stripped of 'freedom of city' by York council

Prince Andrew stripped of 'freedom of city' by York council

LONDON (AP) — Prince Andrew has lost another ceremonial honor as groups throughout Britain cut ties to the royal disgraced by allegations of sexual misconduct.
Canadian filmmaker Jennifer Baichwal tackles Monsanto herbicide case in new doc

Canadian filmmaker Jennifer Baichwal tackles Monsanto herbicide case in new doc

TORONTO — After directing and producing a film as expansive as 2018's "Anthropocene: The Human Epoch," which spanned six continents and 20 countries in an examination of the human impact on the planet, one might consider taking a break.
Justices limit discrimination claims for emotional distress

Justices limit discrimination claims for emotional distress

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the dismissal of a discrimination lawsuit filed by a deaf, legally blind woman against a physical therapy business that wouldn't provide an American Sign Language interpreter for her appointments
US Army 'returns' cake to Italian woman for 90th birthday

US Army 'returns' cake to Italian woman for 90th birthday

ROME (AP) — With a round of “Happy Birthday” in Italian and English, the U.S. Army toasted an Italian woman with a birthday cake Thursday to replace the one that U.S.
Harvard report brings joy, grief for descendants of enslaved

Harvard report brings joy, grief for descendants of enslaved

BOSTON (AP) — Egypt Lloyd couldn’t hold back tears when she saw the names — her ancestors, Tony, Cuba and Darby — in a study chronicling Harvard University’s involvement in America's slave trade.
Buffeted by weather, a historic Black town strives to endure

Buffeted by weather, a historic Black town strives to endure

PRINCEVILLE, N.C.
New this week: 'The Offer,' Kehlani, 'I Love That for You'

New this week: 'The Offer,' Kehlani, 'I Love That for You'

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Katrina Lenk takes two bows on stage and screen

Katrina Lenk takes two bows on stage and screen

NEW YORK (AP) — From joking on the “Ozark” set with Jason Bateman, to getting show notes from Stephen Sondheim, Katrina Lenk’s career has hit a sweet spot.
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