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. | | | 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. | | | AP's speed shines in coverage of mass shooting at a Jewish festival on Australia's Bondi Beach | | | | | | | | Dramatic storytelling gives a child's eye-level view of Nigeria school abduction. | | | Best of the AP: Honorable mentions
| | | Executive Editor Julie Pace on why AP is standing for your right to speak freely | The Associated Press is back in a courtroom Monday defending itself and our principles against the White House, continuing to fight for the right of the press and public to speak freely without being targeted by their government based on its preferences.
This is not a controversial idea. Yet this foundational American freedom remains under threat. | | | Steven Sloan rejoins Washington bureau
| | | | | In a memo to staff, it was announced that Steven Sloan has rejoined the Washington bureau, where he will report and write about the nexus between politics, the White House, Congress and policy. Sloan returns to the bureau after a year-long assignment as AP's director of news strategy, where he led work on grant-funded journalism initiatives. | | | This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Leslie Mazoch, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week. | | | | | | | | Digital Strategy and Content Creation | Join us for this educational series of discussions and strategic planning sessions covering the current state of the digital landscape, including the impact of AI, the importance of investing in loyal audiences and how to nurture the communities you create. Year-End Offer: News Highlights subscribers can use promo code APYEAREND to take $50 off now through December 31. | | | Spotlight stories from this week's news that provides an in-depth look at significant issues and current events. | | | How an AM radio station in California weathered the Trump administration's assault on media. | | | Baltimore cyclist finds joy in collecting lost hubcaps and stringing them into art. | | | Need any help? We're open 24/7. | | | 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. | | | ©2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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