Election data, global tensions and more - Your weekly AP recap

This week, AP announced it will provide its gold standard elections data to Kalshi, captured US-Israeli strikes and Iran's response, launched a new Indigenous reporting network, and delivered standout investigations from Greenland to Zambia.

View in browser Newsletter News Highlights MAR. 2, 2026   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. PRESS RELEASES AP to provide Kalshi its gold standard elections data ahead of primaries The Associated Press today announced that it will provide its U.S. elections results to Kalshi, the world's largest prediction market. READ MORE IN FOCUS Featured photo galleries Photos show US-Israeli strikes and Iran's response. SEE PHOTOS Major global news moments of February, in AP photos. SEE PHOTOS THE DEFINITIVE SOURCE Strengthening Indigenous coverage through collaboration   The Associated Press has introduced the Global Indigenous Reporting Network (GIRN), a collaborative initiative designed to expand the reach of Indigenous affairs coverage.  READ 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 Digital tools and traditional storytelling combine to show stark impact of climate change in Greenland. READ MORE Second winner A macabre dispute has kept the body of Zambia's former president unburied for months. READ MORE Best of the AP: Honorable mentions Former army chief seen as Zelenskyy's top rival reveals to AP a rift between them A rare portrait of life in Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine captures fears around housing, water, power, heat and health care The US deported a gay asylum-seeker to a third country where homosexuality is illegal Digital-first approach elevates AP's coverage of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics FEATURED SPOTLIGHT Week in Pictures This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Jon Orbach, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week. SEE MORE AP LEARNING The World Cup Effect: Opportunities for Media, Business and Communities Join Associated Press journalists and special guests for an in-depth exploration of the opportunities, challenges and logistics surrounding the global phenomenon of World Cup 2026 – returning to North America for the first time since 1994. 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. Swirling beauty of the Milky Way galaxy's heart is captured in a new telescope picture. READ MORE What Americans think about Trump's judgment on military force as Iran talks resume: new AP-NORC poll. READ MORE Ancient coupling may have happened more between human females and Neanderthal males. 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. ©2026 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