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At least 73 people dead after fire engulfs building occupied by the homeless in Johannesburg
At least 73 people died when a fire ripped through a multi-story building in Johannesburg overtaken by homeless people, authorities said Thursday.
Mongolia to grab world’s attention during papal visit
Mongolia prepares for Pope Francis visit to one of world’s tiniest and newest Catholic communities. (Aug. 31)(AP video/Wayne Zhang)
‘We will be back’: Covenant families disappointed in Tennessee special session, vow to press ahead
Parents of Covenant students spoke emotionally with reporters after the end of the special session, vowing to return at the next legislative session.
Some US airports strive to assist fliers with dementia
Over the last few years nearly a dozen US airports have modified their facilities and operations to aid travelers with dementia or hidden disabilities. (Aug. 31) (AP video: Mike Pesoli)
Gabon mutineers appoint military leader after coup
Mutinous soldiers in Gabon have proclaimed their republican guard chief Gen. Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema as the country’s leader after ousting just-reelected President Ali Bongo Ondimba. (Aug. 31)
After Idalia, Florida community reeling from significant flooding event: ‘A lot of people that are hurting’
Crystal River, a low-lying coastal community in western Florida, is reeling from the worst flooding event in decades because of Hurricane Idalia.
‘AGT’: Howie Mandel, Terry Crews’ Golden Buzzer acts face off in Top 2 finale showdown
Murmuration and Chioma & The Atlanta Drum Academy, Golden Buzzer acts of Howie Mandel and Terry Crews, vied for a spot in the “AGT” finale Wednesday.
The US is against a plan set for 2024 to retrieve items from the Titanic wreckage
The U.S. government has filed a court motion to intervene in the salvage case of famous liner The RMS Titanic. The motion aims to prevent any objectionable expedition.
Florida resident escapes Idalia flood waters
Hurricane Idalia tore into Florida at the speed of a fast-moving train Wednesday, splitting trees in half, ripping roofs off hotels and turning small cars into boats before sweeping into Georgia as a still-powerful storm that flooded roadways and sent …