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Fragile, fierce and fleeting: AP’s best animal and nature photos of 2025

Fragile, fierce and fleeting: AP’s best animal and nature photos of 2025

  • ASSOCIATED PRESS

From a tiny turtle hatchling to a breaching whale, AP’s best nature photos of 2025 capture life in all its forms.

Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course'

Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course'

  • WILL WEISSERT Associated Press

Joint Base Andrews houses Air Force One. Gerald R. Ford was the first president to golf there in 1974 and it was a favorite of Barack Obama.

What's next for the Epstein files after Trump's social media posts

What's next for the Epstein files after Trump's social media posts

  • STEPHEN GROVES, MATT BROWN and JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated Press

The House on Monday headed toward a vote on a bill to force the Justice Department to release the case files it has collected on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. 

One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization: Household costs

One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization: Household costs

  • THOMAS BEAUMONT, SIMRAN PARWANI and AMELIA THOMSON-DEVEAUX Associated Press

Pessimism about the country's future rose in cities since last year, but rural America is more optimistic about what's ahead for the U.S., according to a new survey. 

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

  • JOSH BOAK Associated Press

The study comes as Trump has been promoting the buildout of the AI industry — a sector that uses a lot of electricity.

50-year mortgages? NFL kickoff rules? Where some of recent Trump's jaw-dropping musings stand

50-year mortgages? NFL kickoff rules? Where some of recent Trump's jaw-dropping musings stand

  • WILL WEISSERT Associated Press

Trump loves offering outlandish ideas and then repeating them until they start to become mainstream — even if they don't always come to fruition.

MAGA rift grows as Trump feuds with Greene before key 2026 midterm elections

MAGA rift grows as Trump feuds with Greene before key 2026 midterm elections

  • CHRIS MEGERIAN and JEFF AMY Associated Press

She said she's worried about her safety because "threats against me are being fueled and egged on by the most powerful man in the world."

What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files

What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files

    The House is moving toward a vote on releasing files from the sex trafficking investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Here's what happens next.

    Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices

    Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as pressure builds on consumer prices

      The move comes after voters in elections this month cited economic concerns as their top issue, resulting in big wins for Democrats.

      At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes

      At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes

        Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday she ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes. 

        Newly released Epstein emails say Trump 'knew about the girls,' spent time with a victim

        Newly released Epstein emails say Trump 'knew about the girls,' spent time with a victim

          Epstein wrote in a 2011 email Trump had "spent hours" at Epstein's house with a trafficking victim and said in a separate message years later Trump "knew about the girls."

          Trump ramps up new effort to convince a skeptical public he can fix affordability worries

          Trump ramps up new effort to convince a skeptical public he can fix affordability worries

            President Donald Trump is adjusting his messaging strategy to win over voters who are worried about the cost of living.

            Trump may become the face of economic discontent, a year after such worries helped him win

            Trump may become the face of economic discontent, a year after such worries helped him win

              Voters have sent a message to President Trump that the economy doesn't feel as though it's booming — despite what he says. 

              In election 2025, the economy's still the main thing, according to AP Voter Poll

              In election 2025, the economy's still the main thing, according to AP Voter Poll

                Despite a rising stock market, inflation remains elevated and hiring slowed. A federal government shutdown compounded the uncertainty.

                Movies

                2026 Oscar highlights: See photos of standout moments from the show

                2026 Oscar highlights: See photos of standout moments from the show

                Photos: See stars arriving on the red carpet at the 2026 Oscars

                Photos: See stars arriving on the red carpet at the 2026 Oscars

                'One Battle After Another' triumphs at Oscars, 'Sinners' makes history

                'One Battle After Another' triumphs at Oscars, 'Sinners' makes history

                The Latest: ‘One Battle After Another’ takes best picture

                The Latest: ‘One Battle After Another’ takes best picture

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                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Shopping

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

                Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

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