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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.
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America at 250:
Through AP’s eyes
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As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, AP's yearlong "America at 250" initiative explores the people, events and ideas that have shaped the nation.
Building on 180 years of documenting America's defining moments, AP brings this milestone to life through reporting, photography, video and multimedia storytelling.
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America marks 250 years of independence, in photos
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View the best photos from America's 250th Independence Day celebrations, as curated by AP's photo editors
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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.
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Defining the story: AP’s comprehensive coverage of Venezuela’s double earthquake.
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A vivid multiformat rendering of the consequences of outdated flood maps.
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Best of the AP: Honorable mentions
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The month and week in pictures |
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Venezuela earthquakes, World Cup and global tensions:
June 2026 in AP photos.
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Global conflict, sporting spectacle and powerful human moments:
This week in AP photos.
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Build new skills on your schedule with our on-demand course catalogue |
AP Learning offers a selection of on-demand courses you can take anytime, at your own pace, including Digital Strategy and Content Creation course, plus Media Literacy: Research, Rights and Reality.
Or, sign up for the next live course, Refine Your PR Pitch.
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World Cup fans flood stadiums and fan zones with dazzling costumes, facepaint and flags
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Around the world, soccer fans are gathering in homes, stadium plazas, and public viewing venues to watch the World Cup and share in the excitement of the tournament.
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PHOTO ESSAY:
Two victims on opposite sides of the global scam industry seek to rebuild their lives
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Follow two deeply personal journeys that reveal the human toll of a vast cyberfraud network - and the resilience required to move forward.
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Spotlight stories from this week's news that provides an in-depth look at significant issues and current events.
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Why most Black Americans say they never fly the American flag, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
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How to stay cool in a heat wave even without air conditioning.
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How to talk about money with your kids.
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