A law to protect doctors in New York who send abortion pills to patients in states where the procedure is outlawed was signed Friday by Gov. Kathy Hochul, who said the measure would provide access to women living those states with bans. (June 23)
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SpaceX launches 56 Starlink satellites into orbit
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit on Friday from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. (June 23)
Climate activists protest at Paris summit
Climate activists gathered in central Paris on Friday calling for the implementation of a polluter-pay principle as the second day of a climate and finance summit was held in the French capital. (June 23)
NASCAR track dryer brought to freeway collapse site
The race to reopen a stretch of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia is getting a boost from a truck-mounted jet dryer that’s normally used to keep moisture off the track at the Pocono Raceway. The vehicle-mounted engine is being used to keep the track dry so…
AP Top Stories June 23rd A.M.
Here’s the latest for Friday, June 23rd: Submersible implosion under investigation; Russian-appointed officials say Ukraine fired missiles at bridge; Biden hosts Modi at state dinner; Auto racing jet dryer brought to collapsed section of I-95.
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U.S. journalist loses appeal in Moscow
A Moscow court has rejected an appeal by U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich and upheld an earlier ruling that he should remain in jail on espionage charges.
Biden toasts Modi with ‘possibilities that lie ahead’
President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi toasted the partnership between the U.S. and India at Thursday evening’s state dinner at the White House. (June 23)
Ecuadorian ship rescues Danish castaways
An Ecuadorian fishing boat has rescued eight Danish nationals who survived for two days in the Pacific Ocean after their sailboat capsized.
Animal sedative adds new pain to opioid crisis
A powerful animal sedative in the illicit drug supply is complicating the U.S. response to the opioid crisis. Xylazine is not intended for human use and can cause severe skin wounds in people who inject it. (June 23) (AP VIdeo: Tassanee Vejpongsa)
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Upcycled food movement starting to sprout
World Upcycling Day is June 24, celebrating the repurposing of old products into something new. This year, the movement is focusing on upcycling food, like misshapen produce or offcuts of meat, as a way to prevent food waste. (June 23) (AP Video: Haven…