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The Latest: US says drone strike may have injured others

The Latest: US says drone strike may have injured others

KABUL, Afghanistan — The U.S. military says a drone strike on a vehicle suspected of being used for a planned attack in Afghanistan may have caused “additional casualties” as well as killed the two Islamic State militants it targeted.
Actor Ed Asner, TV's blustery Lou Grant, dies at 91

Actor Ed Asner, TV's blustery Lou Grant, dies at 91

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ed Asner, the burly and prolific character actor who became a star in middle age as the gruff but lovable newsman Lou Grant, first in the hit comedy “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and later in the drama “Lou Grant,” died Sunday.
‘Candyman’ slashes way toward No. 1 box office spot

‘Candyman’ slashes way toward No. 1 box office spot

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Candyman” hooked the top spot at the North American box office. The Universal Pictures film starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II impressively pulled in more than $22.
Verstappen wins rain-marred Belgian GP after short restart

Verstappen wins rain-marred Belgian GP after short restart

SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, Belgium (AP) — Max Verstappen won a rain-soaked Belgian Grand Prix when it was finally called off Sunday after it restarted under a safety car nearly three hours later than its scheduled time.
US says drone kills suicide bombers targeting Kabul airport

US says drone kills suicide bombers targeting Kabul airport

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A U.S.
Ex-UK Marine leaves Kabul with dogs, cats but no local staff

Ex-UK Marine leaves Kabul with dogs, cats but no local staff

LONDON (AP) — A former U.K. Royal Marine who waged a high-profile campaign to leave Afghanistan with almost 200 rescued dogs and cats has flown to safety — with the animals, but without his charity’s Afghan staff, who were left behind in Kabul.
Local businesses expect subdued TIFF to generate fewer sales, less foot traffic

Local businesses expect subdued TIFF to generate fewer sales, less foot traffic

TORONTO — Most years, Beck Taxi will have logged hundreds of fares from people preparing for the Toronto International Film Festival weeks before red carpets have even been unfurled and lines snake out theatres. But this year is different.
Croatia thrilled at summer season success despite COVID-19

Croatia thrilled at summer season success despite COVID-19

DUBROVNIK, Croatia (AP) — Beaches along Croatia's Adriatic Sea coastline are swarming with people. Guided tours are fully booked, restaurants are packed and sailboats were chartered well in advance.
‘Dune’ and A-listers all set to launch from Venice film fest

‘Dune’ and A-listers all set to launch from Venice film fest

Director Denis Villeneuve has been to the world’s top film festivals, from Cannes to Toronto, but Venice holds a special spot. “It’s definitely the most elegant,” Villeneuve said.
Hurricane Ida forecast to strengthen as it nears Louisiana

Hurricane Ida forecast to strengthen as it nears Louisiana

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Forecasters warned residents along the northern Gulf of Mexico coast to rush preparations ahead of Hurricane Ida, which is expected to rapidly intensify and bring winds as high as 130 mph (209 kph), life-threatening storm surge and
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