The Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 rose Tuesday in early trading after U.S. lawmakers reached a tentative deal to avoid another costly government shutdown.
Author: Associated Press
Grammys ratings: Awards show viewership holds steady at nearly 20 million
Nearly 20 million people watched Childish Gambino and Kacey Musgraves earn four trophies each at the Grammy Awards.
Denver teachers prepare to strike over pay dispute
Denver teachers are planning to strike this week for the first time in 25 years, following similar strikes in cities across the US.
Key West, Florida, bans sale of sunscreens that harm coral reefs
City officials in Key West voted to ban sunscreens containing two ingredients that scientists have said are harmful to the coral reef ecosystem.
Hot-shooting James Harden extends 30-point scoring streak to 28 games
Rockets star James Harden shot 50 percent from the field in a 36-point effort, his 28th straight game crossing the 30-point plateau.
Vatican clarifies Pope Francis on issue of ‘sexual slavery’ of nuns
he Vatican on Wednesday clarified comments by Pope Francis about a case of what he called “sexual slavery” within a French congregation of nuns, saying he was referring to an abuse of power that was reflected in instances of sexual abuse.
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Atlanta United signs Florentin Pogba, older brother of Paul Pogba
Atlanta United has signed Florentin Pogba, whose younger brother Paul starred for France in the 2018 World Cup and plays for Manchester United.
Pope publicly admits priests, bishops have sexually abused nuns
Pope Francis has for the first time publicly acknowledged the scandal of priests and bishops sexually abusing nuns and says he is committed to doing more to fight the problem.
Rockets’ James Harden clears 30 points for 27th straight game
James Harden’s streak of scoring at least 30 points hit 27 games as he poured in 44 in the Rockets’ win against the Suns.
Bruins beat Capitals 1-0 to end 14-game streak of futility
Tuukka Rask becomes the Boston Bruins’ all-time winningest goal and David Krjeci scores lone goal in second period to beat Washington Capitals.