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April 24, 2024

United Methodists to hold first worldwide conference since LGBTQ inclusion spurred schism

The United Methodists are holding the first General Conference, a meeting attended by church representatives from around the world, since thousands of congregations disaffiliated.

April 24, 2024

Slovakia's public broadcasting overhaul allows government to control media, critics say

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has faced intense backlash for his decision to overhaul the country's public radio and television services.

April 24, 2024

New evidence in Georgia couple's killing reeled in while magnet fishing in creek

While magnet fishing in a Georgia creek, a citizen reeled in a rifle and some belongings of Bud and June Runion. The Runions' suspected killer is set to go on trial as early as August.

April 24, 2024

Europe must keep increasing aid to Ukraine after US approves new military help, German leader says

Europe must continue to step up its help for Ukraine even after the approval of a U.S. aid package, according to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Scholz spoke in Berlin.

April 24, 2024

Barbie to release new doll modeled after Olympian figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi

Timed for AAPI Heritage Month in May, Barbie is releasing a new doll based on Olympian figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi, who herself loved Barbies as a child.

April 24, 2024

United Nations demands investigation after mass graves discovered at 2 Gaza hospitals raided by Israel

The U.N. called for an independent investigation into mass grave sites that were discovered at two hospitals in Gaza after Israeli forces withdrew.

April 24, 2024

Mississippi Senate and House haggle over Medicaid expansion as session nears end

The Mississippi House proposed expanding Medicaid coverage to people who earn up to 138% of the federal poverty level, while the Senate advocated for a slower approach.

April 24, 2024

London police capture 2 horses roaming city streets, with more believed to be on the run

In London, two military horses were found running loose without riders in the city center, while others are still unaccounted for. Seven horses initially escaped.

April 24, 2024

Mexico is the 'champion' of fentanyl production, head of country's detective service says

The head of Mexico's detective service has acknowledged the country is “the champion" of fentanyl production. The country's president has long denied this claim.

April 24, 2024

German lawmaker to dismiss assistant arrested for alleged Chinese espionage, continue election bid

Maximilian Krah, a far-right lawmaker in Germany, has announced plans to dismiss his assistant, Jian Guo, who was arrested on suspicion of spying for China.