An outdoor wedding ceremony in rural central Kansas made for some memorable wedding photos and video. Caleb and Candra Pence were saying their vows when a massive tornado touched down just a couple miles away. (May 23) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
A stuntman in Britain has became the first person to skydive from above 2000 feet and land without a parachute. Gary Connery jumped out of a helicopter wearing a special "wingsuit," and he landed on a runway of cardboard boxes. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Thousands of protesters marched through downtown Chicago on Sunday as world leaders gathered for a NATO summit. Some of the demonstrators clashed violently with police, and dozens of people were arrested. (May 20) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
A woman who called 911 after her husband was unable to breathe found a snoring Maryland dispatcher at the other end of the line. (May 23) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Robin Gibb, a founding member of the Bee Gees, died Sunday "following his long battle with cancer and intestinal surgery," his family announced in a statement. He was 62. (May 20) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Usually folks are upbeat and busy in May, the month when shrimpers get back to work in Louisiana's rich waters. But this spring, catches are down, docks are idle and anxiety is growing that the ill effects of the BP spill may be far from over. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
A group of shareholders has filed a lawsuit against Facebook, its executives and Morgan Stanley, the lead underwriter in the company's IPO. (May 23) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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They can appear to be chaotic, spontaneous confrontations between police and protestors. But in New York City, arrests at demonstrations are often planned well ahead of time by protesters working with police. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
A first-time contender from Texas won the annual National Geographic Bee Thursday in Washington, claiming the top prize in a contest that started with local competitions among about 4 million students around the country. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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The world's first private supply ship flew tantalizingly close to the International Space Station on Thursday but did not stop, completing a critical test in advance of the actual docking. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Highlights of this day in history: Samuel Morse opens America's first telegraph line; Four men sentenced for the 1993 World Trade Center bombing; Britain's Queen Victoria born; The Brooklyn Bridge opens; Singer-songwriter Bob Dylan born. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Cartoonlike buzzards wielding a knife and fork, anvil and oversized mallet might seem like an odd way to welcome tourists, but Porter Sculpture Park is no typical roadside attraction. (May 23) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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A law enforcement official says a man says he suffocated 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979 and left the boy's body in a box in a Manhattan alley. Pedro Hernandez was picked up late Wednesday and has been arrested. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Hollywood star Will Smith slapped a male Ukrainian television channel reporter who tried to kiss him before the Moscow premiere of the film "Men in Black III." (May 19) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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The government expects up to 15 named storms this season, but if an "El Nino" develops this year, fewer storms could form. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Now that the playoffs are over for him, New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony talks about the New York spotlight, Jeremy Lin, and his new role as executive vice presedent of the sports drink brand, POWERCOCO. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Actor Gerard Butler on coping with Cannes and playing soccer in his new movie. (May 22) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Now that the playoffs are over for him, New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony talks about the New York spotlight, Jeremy Lin, and his new role as executive vice president of the sports drink brand, POWERCOCO. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Usually folks are upbeat and busy in May, the month when shrimpers get back to work in Louisiana's rich waters. But this spring, catches are down, docks are idle and anxiety is growing that the ill effects of the BP spill may be far from over. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
New York Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly says New Jersey resident Pedro Hernandez has been arrested in the killing of 6-year-old Etan Patz, who disappeared in 1979 in New York City. It's the first arrest ever made in a case. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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A former Rutgers University student who used a webcam to spy on his gay roommate who responded by killing himself was sentenced Monday to just 30 days in jail. Reaction to the sentence was divided. (May 21) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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An Iowa man who started collecting golf balls as a kid says he now has more than 12000 of them in various rooms of his homes. He finds most of them on a local golf course, cleans them up and sells them on his front yard. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
The 13-year-old Washington State boy who was trapped on a rock ledge above a waterfall over the weekend discussed his ordeal with reporters. William Hickman was joined by the rescue workers who saved him. (May 22) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Highlights of this day in history: "Star Wars" --- the classic sci-fi movie written and directed by George Lucas --- premieres; Former Enron execs Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling are convicted of conspiracy and fraud. (May 25) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Highlights of this day in history: Top Nazi official Heinrich Himmler commits suicide; Israel captures fugitive Nazi Adolf Eichmann; Bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde killed; Industrialist John D. Rockefeller dies; Golf legend Sam Snead dies. (May 23) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Protesters in Chicago took to the streets demanding the US abandon NATO and use the money saved to better fund health care. (May 19) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Neighbors of a Florida mother who fatally shot her four kids before killing herself weren't sure who was injured after hearing gunshots and refused to admit three of the woman's kids who were trying to get in their house, according to a 911 call. (May 16) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Highlights of this day in history: Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy sign the 'Pact of Steel'; Richard Nixon is the first US president to visit the Soviet Union; Actor Laurence Olivier born; Johnny Carson hosts his last 'Tonight Show.' (May 22) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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A 14-year-old boy struggling to stand on 2 broken legs pleads with an instructor to "please help me" as laughter from classmates drowns out his cries. Video obtained by the AP shows some of what the boy experienced at St. John's Military School. (May 18) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Actors Cameron Diaz and Matthew Morrison talk guys, girls and pregnancy (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
President Barack Obama came to a central Iowa wind turbine blade manufacturer and took the opportunity to urge Congress to take steps to speed up economic recovery and create jobs. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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A suicide bomber struck a rehearsal for a military parade in Yemen's capital Monday, killing around 100 soldiers and wounding more than 230. Authorities vowed to press ahead with the parade in Sanaa Tuesday despite the attack. (May 21) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Britney Spears and Demi Lovato are introduced as new judges on the upcoming season of the US 'X Factor' panel, as they joined producer LA Reid and show creator Simon Cowell at Beacon Theater in New York. (May 15) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Britney Spears, Demi Lovato, Simon Cowell and LA Reid talk about teaming up to mentor contestants on season 2 of 'The X Factor.' (May 15) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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In a potential break in one of the nation's most baffling missing-children cases, a former convenience-store employee has told police that he suffocated 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979 and left the boy's body in a box in an alley. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Highlights of Today in History for May 17th: The US Supreme Court strikes down racially segregated public schools in Brown vs. Board of Ed.; Senate Watergate hearings begin; Birth of the New York Stock Exchange; The first Kentucky Derby held. (May 17) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Coffee buzz: Java drinkers may live a little longer, according to a new study that linked longevity to at least one cup a day. (May 16) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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President Barack Obama says the leaders at the G8 meeting in camp David agree on issues surrounding Iran, North Korea and Syria. (May 19) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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At the Cannes press conference for their latest film 'The Paperboy,' Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman discuss how their roles took them out of their comfort zones, and Macy Gray talks about constantly being distracted by Zac Efron in his underwear. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Forty-nine decapitated bodies were found Sunday dumped on a highway connecting northern Mexico with the US border. The incident appears to be the latest salvo in an escalating war between Mexico's two dominant drug cartels. (May 13) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Guinness World Records recognized pro surfer Garrett McNamara of Hawaii for surfing the biggest wave ever, a 78-footer he caught off Portugal's coast in November. (May 11) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Doctors say a young woman fighting a flesh-decaying bacteria she contracted after a zip line accident remains in critical condition. (May11) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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A Filipino Christian group wants to block Lady Gaga concerts in Manila, saying she promotes immorality. Conservative Muslims already have forced cancellation of her sold-out gig in Jakarta. (May 18) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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New York City police did not violate New Jersey laws when they conducted surveillance of Muslim businesses, mosques and student groups, Gov. Chris Christie's administration said Thursday following a three-month review. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Mariela Castro, the daughter of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, spoke in San Francisco on Wednesday. She focused on transgender health care in Cuba. Many Cuban-Americans say she should not have been granted an entry visa. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Katie Hamilton is a mother of two in Redondo Beach, Calfornia. She explains why she nurses her 21-month-old daughter Coralie, and her reaction to the controversial Time magazine cover on attachment parenting. (May 12) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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Approximately 1500 astrologers from more than 30 countries have gathered in New Orleans for the United Astrology Conference, where they are discussing everything from the economy to the upcoming US Presidential election. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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President Obama delivered a fundraising speech in Silicon Valley. The President contrasted his own vision and economic policies with Mitt Romney's. (May 24) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
At the Berlin press conference for 'Men in Black 3,' Will Smith talks about his return to acting after his brief break 'daddying and husbanding.' He also reveals his support for Barak Obama, while Josh Brolin talks about what he would change if he could g Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Hollywood star Will Smith slapped a male television reporter who he said tried to kiss him on the lips as he walked down the red carpet for the Moscow premiere of "Men in Black III." (May 19) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
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