From Cannes to Eurovision, to the Pope and his brother's first call – Your weekly AP recap

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View in browser   Newsletter News Highlights May 12, 2025 Welcome to the News Highlights newsletter With our weekly summary, stay informed of the latest stories and in-depth reports directly in your inbox. Dive into these stories and more to stay up-to-date with the world’s most pressing issues. AP introduces new customer program on the future of news The Associated Press is introducing a new program to convene its members and customers for engaging conversations about the future of news.   Learn more > Featured Spotlight Week in Pictures This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Pamela Hassell, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week. See more > Best of the AP Each week, The Associated Press awards honors for the news scoops or exclusives that did the most to enhance AP’s competitive position in the previous seven days. First winner AP is exclusive witness to the new pope's first phone call with his brother in Chicago, days after dominating live YouTube coverage of the Vatican conclave Read more Second winner AP obtains exclusive document planning new U.S.-backed aid regime for Gaza, swiftly publishing before the competition Read more Best of the AP: Honorable mentions All-formats team finds unique tariffs story through unusual-looking clams in Washington state. Planning and deep sourcing help land Bill Gates exclusive. Teamwork and speed bring unmatched and exclusive coverage of India’s missile strikes on Pakistan. AP shows how ‘Ethics Bowl’ offers an alternative to contentiousness for students coming of age. AP reporting highlights Afghans trapped in U.S. base in Qatar. Featured galleries See all of the best images from AP's photographers across the globe Best of the Cannes Film Festival The cinema world has descended to the French Riviera for the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. This gallery showcases the best moments from Cannes, curated by The Associated Press photo editors. VIEW PHOTOS > Eurovision Final The Eurovision Song Contest wrapped its 69th edition in Basel with dazzling performances — and a win for Austria’s JJ — in a gallery curated by AP photo editors. VIEW PHOTOS > AP Academy: AI in the Workplace Join this three-week online course with AP staff and special guests, to learn essential tools, use cases and ethical considerations when getting started with AI in any field. Sign up From around the world Spotlight stories from this week's news that provides an in-depth look at significant issues and current events. Endurance swimmer is attempting first-ever swim around Martha’s Vineyard ahead of ‘Jaws’ anniversary. Read more Democrats are deeply pessimistic about the future of their party, an AP-NORC poll finds. Read more Clinging to a Greek cliff, this monastery welcomes people from around the world. No women allowed. Read more SEE MORE ON AP.ORG > The Associated Press Contact us Need any help? We’re open 24/7. Visit AP.org The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world’s population sees AP journalism every day.   AP NEWS Get the app for breaking news     ©2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. 200 Liberty St. New York, NY, 10281, US   Contact us     Update your preferences or unsubscribe Update your preferences or unsubscribe