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Britain has banned protests outside abortion clinics, but silent prayer is a gray area
LONDON (AP) — A British ban on protesting outside abortion clinics went into effect on Thursday, though it left a question mark over whether anti-abortion demonstrators who pray silently will be breaking the law. The law, which applies to England and Wales, bars protests within 150...
It's spooky season. Here are some scary stories from around the world you probably haven't heard
Some are well-worn warnings as familiar as the changing of seasons. Others are slow burns that end with a bang. Still others are just plain eerie. Stories of spiritual entities, paranormal activity and creepy cryptids are passed through generations the world over, becoming local...
Pakistani human rights activists condemn arrest of lawyers on charges creating a security risk
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan's police on Monday arrested a Pakistani lawyer and her husband who are known for taking on human rights cases, drawing criticism from rights groups. Islamabad police announced in an X post that they arrested Amaan Mazari and Abdul Hadi on a charge of...
Today in History: October 24, the United Nations officially launches
Today is Thursday, Oct. 24, the 298th day of 2024. There are 68 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 24, 1945, the United Nations formally came into existence as the Charter of the United Nations, ratified by 29 nations, took effect. The date is now...
Hoard of 1,000-year-old coins unearthed in a farmer's field sells for $5.6 million
LONDON (AP) — Adam Staples knew he’d found something when his metal detector let out a beep. And then another. And another. Soon “it was just ‘beep beep, beep beep, beep beep,’” Staples said. In a farmer’s field in southwest England, Staples and six...
Bigsby scores 2 TDs as Jaguars show fight in 32-16 win over Patriots in London
LONDON (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars didn't show any quit this week after falling behind early on Sunday against the New England Patriots. The Jaguars trailed 10-0 before rallying and overpowering the Patriots 32-16 at Wembley Stadium. “This is what our team can...
Tuchel's hiring by England sparks dismay and resignation among British soccer coaches
LONDON (AP) — British soccer managers reacted with disappointment and a degree of resignation on Thursday after a German, Thomas Tuchel, was hired to take charge of England ahead of a homegrown coach. Football Association chief executive Mark Bullingham said some English managers...
A German in charge of England? Nationality matters less than it used to in international soccer
The question was inevitable. At his first news conference as England’s newly appointed head coach, Thomas Tuchel – a German – was asked on Wednesday what message he had for fans who would have preferred an Englishman in charge of their beloved national team. ...
Thomas Tuchel hired as England head coach ahead of 2026 World Cup and targets 'second star'
LONDON (AP) — Thomas Tuchel was hired as England coach on Wednesday and tasked with the challenge of ending the national team’s decades-long wait for a trophy. The German, who previously managed Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Bayern Munich, has signed an 18-month contract that...
A pastry brought to Mexico by British miners is still popular after 200 years
REAL DEL MONTE, Mexico (AP) — Isabel Arriaga Lozano carefully fills a small pastry with a savory mix of meat, potatoes and chili pepper. She is crafting a “paste” (pronounced PAH-stay), a beloved Mexican snack with a rich history. Originating in the mining town of Real del...
