THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Venezuela ’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez told journalists Monday that her country had no plans to become the 51st U.S. state after President Donald Trump said he was “seriously considering” the move. Rodríguez was speaking at the International Court of Justice in The Hague on…

An Ohio judge has cleared a woman who was facing murder charges in the death of her ex-girlfriend, ruling that the shooting was a justifiable use of force allowed under state law.  There was never any question that 26-year-old Marshee Luther shot and killed 29-year-old…

One of the most useful and often overlooked pieces of camping kit is the humble sleeping bag liner. These simple layers go inside a sleeping bag to add extra warmth on the coldest nights. They can be used on their own for warm-weather camping or sleeping indoors. They help keep…

Department of Veterans Affairs’ burial allowances are cash allowances paid to an eligible veteran’s family to help defray burial and funeral costs. VA will pay a different amount depending on whether the death was considered service-connected or if the veteran was hospitalized by VA at the time of death. Burial…

Texas is a pro-gun state, but it’s kind of a miracle. With so many large urban centers, it’s fortunate that they can’t quite drown out the rest of the state’s more sensible voters on issues like guns. San Antonio, for example, is a big city,…

After an outbreak of hantavirus killed three people on a cruise ship in recent weeks, Google searches for the disease have increased by more than 1,000% in some states. In general, the virus is rare and difficult to contract for most people. But that didn’t stop the disease from spreading…

RPGs are known for their gameplay variety. How that variety manifests through mechanical differences in combat or in unique dialogue options changes from game to game, but the appeal of the strength build is everlasting. While some games allow players to take on a more nimble role to dodge attacks…

With just a few days left in this year’s legislative session, anti-gun activists in Minnesota are doubling down on their efforts to pass a sweeping gun and magazine ban will. Lawmakers are supposed to adjourn one week from today, and the state Senate has already adopted a bill that…

To thrive and survive outdoors, safety begins far before the trailhead. It starts the minute you get behind the wheel. Don’t overlook the first, and most critical, rule of the road: Put on your seat belt. After that, an enjoyable trail excursion extends beyond the drive to etiquette and execution…

Hosted by the American Veterans Center, the National Memorial Day Parade returns along Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C. Hosted by the American Veterans Center, the National Memorial Day Parade returns Monday, May 25, 2026, along Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C. The parade, billed as the largest Memorial Day event in…

My view of technology is complicated, in part because while so much of it is awesome and beneficial, other advances seem to take something away from what it means to be human. One bit of tech I’ve been stoked about for a while is 3D printing. The idea that…

To thrive and survive outdoors, safety starts the minute you get behind the wheel. Don’t overlook the first, and most critical, rule of the road: Put on your seat belt. Beyond the drive there, an accident-free first climb up a destination crag comes down to etiquette and execution. Planning and…

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A man accused of storming the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner while armed with guns and knives pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges that he attempted to kill President Donald Trump and fired a shotgun at a Secret Service officer who tried to stop the attack.…

At some point over the next couple of months the Supreme Court is likely to rule that the federal prohibition on gun ownership for marijuana users violates the Second Amendment, but for now it’s still illegal for any “unlawful” user of drugs to purchase or possess firearms, even if…

It’s not even peak summer season yet, and national parks are already swamped. At some parks, bumper-to-bumper traffic to get in can stretch for miles, and many drive-in campsites are already booked up for months. If you’re dreaming of camping in national parks this summer, heading into the backcountry might…

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of military operations. The Pentagon has expanded partnerships with major AI companies for classified systems, the Army is integrating AI into battlefield intelligence analysis, and defense planners increasingly see AI as essential for future command-and-control systems. That expansion has created a serious new security…

To thrive and survive outdoors, safety starts the minute you get behind the wheel. Don’t overlook the most critical rule of the road: Put on your seat belt. Launching a great adventure then extends beyond the drive to etiquette and execution, planning and preparation. Whether you are new to your…

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A former sheriff’s deputy was found guilty of reckless homicide at trial Thursday for shooting a Black man who was bringing sandwiches to his grandmother’s house.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.The killing of Casey Goodson Jr. by Jason…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran and the United States were at an impasse again Monday over how to end their war while their ceasefire grew increasingly shaky, with the two sides exchanging fire in recent days, ships and Gulf states being targeted, and fighting flaring between Israel and…