■Despite positive feelings, most teens haven't limited phone or social media use. ■Most teens believe smartphones aid creativity and school performance. ■42% of teens believe smartphones make learning social skills harder. Nearly three-quarters of U.S. teens say they feel happy or peaceful when they don't have their phones with them,...
80 Years After D-Day, a World War II Veteran Is Getting Married Near Beaches Where US Troops Landed
■Terens will be honored by the French as part of the 80th anniversary celebration of their country's liberation from the Nazis. ■The couple, both widowed, have been dating since 2021 and share a fondness for dancing. ■Terens enlisted in 1942 and served as a radio repair technician for a four-pilot...
Southwest Plans to Reduce Capacity, Reevaluate 2024 Financial Outlook on Delivery Delays from Boeing
■Southwest predicts higher economic fuel costs per gallon for the first quarter. ■The airline's stock is down nearly 15% in morning trading. ■Boeing is under scrutiny from multiple government investigations. Shares of Southwest plunged Tuesday as the airline said that it plans to reduce capacity and reevaluate its full-year financial...
Eric Carmen, the Raspberries Frontman and ‘All by Myself’ and ‘Hungry Eyes’ Singer, Dies at 74
■Carmen had 13 songs in the Billboard Hot 100, including three in the Top 10. ■He launched a successful solo career after the Raspberries ended their first run. ■His recording of “Hungry Eyes” was featured on the “Dirty Dancing” soundtrack. NEW YORK — Singer-songwriter Eric Carmen, who fronted the power-pop...
Biden Says He Never Meant to Keep Classified Documents. Hur Stands by Report on President’s Memory
■Hur's report concludes Biden should not face criminal charges over mishandling of documents. ■The transcript of Biden's interviews paints a more textured picture of his discussions with prosecutors. ■Biden acknowledges that he intentionally kept his personal diaries, which officials said contained classified information. WASHINGTON — Over five hours of interviews,...
Disney Seeks Major Expansion of California Theme Park to Add More Immersive Attractions
■The expansion could see new attractions based on popular Disney stories like 'Frozen' and 'Zootopia'. ■The project has received support from local unions and trade organizations. ■The expansion plan requires investment in street improvements, affordable housing and other city infrastructure. Walking through the frosty, snow-covered hamlet of Arendelle from “Frozen,”...
Letter Carrier Robberies Continue as the US Postal Service, Union and Lawmakers Seek Solutions
■The U.S. Postal Service launched Project Safe Delivery to combat rising letter carrier robberies. ■Postal carrier robberies increased by nearly 30% last year. ■Project Safe Delivery has led to over 1,200 arrests for mail thefts and robberies. When the U.S. Postal Service launched Project Safe Delivery last year, officials pledged...
Hunger Worsens in Gaza and No End to War in Sight as Ramadan Begins
■U.N. leader urges Israel and Hamas to silence "the guns” and release all hostages. ■At least 25 people, mostly children, have died from malnutrition and dehydration in Gaza. ■PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has killed “Hamas’ number four” leader. RAFAH, Gaza Strip — Palestinians began fasting for the Muslim holy...
Ukraine’s First Oscar Hailed as Reminder of War’s Horrors as Russian Drones Strike Buildings
■Oscar-winning director of "20 Days in Mariupol" says, "I wish to be able to exchange this to Russia never attacking Ukraine.” ■Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy: The award is “important for our entire country.” ■Documentary was a joint production of AP and PBS’ “Frontline." KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine awoke Monday to another...
Ukraine’s First Oscar Hailed as Reminder of War’s Horrors as Russian Drones Strike Buildings
■Oscar-winning director of "20 Days in Mariupol" says, "I wish to be able to exchange this to Russia never attacking Ukraine.” ■Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy: The award is “important for our entire country.” ■Documentary was a joint production of AP and PBS’ “Frontline." KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine awoke Monday to another...