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Today in History: June 3, Barack Obama wins nomination

Jun. 03, 2023 00:16 AM EDT

Today in History Today is Saturday, June 3, the 154th day of 2023. There are 211 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On June 3, 1989, Chinese army troops began their sweep of Beijing to crush student-led pro-democracy...

Salman Rushdie honored at PEN America gala, first in-person appearance since stabbing

May. 19, 2023 00:41 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Salman Rushdie made an emotional and unexpected return to public life Thursday night, attending the annual gala of PEN America and giving the event’s final speech as he accepted a special prize, the PEN Centenary Courage Award, just nine months being after being stabbed...

As more women forgo the hijab, Iran's government pushes back

May. 10, 2023 03:49 AM EDT

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Billboards across Iran's capital proclaim that women should wear their mandatory headscarves to honor their mothers. But perhaps for the first time since the chaotic days following Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, more women — both young and old — choose not to do so. ...

Iran court issues $312.9M judgment against US amid tensions

Apr. 26, 2023 06:14 AM EDT

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian court issued a $312.9 million judgment against the United States over a 2017 Islamic State-claimed attack on Tehran, authorities said Wednesday, the latest judicial action between the nations amid their decadeslong enmity. Iran's...

Iranians mark Jerusalem Day to support Palestinians

Apr. 14, 2023 13:29 PM EDT

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Tens of thousands of Iranians, some chanting “Death to America” and “Death to Israel,” marched in the capital of Tehran on Friday to mark Jerusalem Day, an annual show of support for the Palestinians. Senior Iranian officials attended the rally,...