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An abandoned bear cub rescued in Bosnia in 2019 has formed an unlikely bond with the man who saved her. Now weighing 330 pounds, Masa still tries to sit on Petar Tubic's lap. Read the full story: buff.ly/ax8CueW #APHighlights

Golden barges, traditional boat races and sacred Buddhist images mark Myanmar's Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival on Inle Lake. Explore the celebration through AP's photo gallery. View the photos: buff.ly/zeOdpQT #APHighlights

Oct. 16 – 22, 2026 This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Eloy Martin, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week. View the full gallery here: buff.ly/fp1rWfA #APGalleries

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A Texas mother battling cancer and mounting medical bills has changed how she votes after supporting Donald Trump in three elections. Through a powerful photo essay, AP shares her story. Read more: buff.ly/bsSmF3s #APHighlights

AP delivered comprehensive coverage of Pope Leo XIV’s lung surgery and cancer diagnosis, combining Vatican expertise with health reporting and live updates. Read more: buff.ly/EeXZYRd #BestofAP

AP examined why more families are homeschooling children with disabilities, exploring the challenges, trade-offs and personal experiences behind the trend. Read more: buff.ly/4pIPZKh #BestofAP

AP broke news of a federal search at Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington home, delivering live video, exclusive images and context as the story unfolded. Read more: buff.ly/0rlXCue #BestofAP

Inflation, jobs, borrowing costs and stock market gains are shaping the U.S. economy ahead of the midterms. AP Fact Focus examines the numbers behind President Donald Trump's economic claims. Read the full story: buff.ly/GSTPbiX #APElections

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President Donald Trump is promising $5,000 checks if Republicans retain control of Congress, but even some supporters are skeptical the payments will arrive. Read the full story: buff.ly/jRT3MHw #APElections

Confidence in U.S. election results is declining among Democratic voters, but remains higher than among Republicans. A new AP-NORC poll examines voter trust ahead of the midterms. Read the full story: buff.ly/IurAHVy #APElections

Florida tops the preseason AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll, receiving 47 of 59 first-place votes. Duke and Illinois follow at No. 2 and No. 3. Read the full story here: buff.ly/qJ1d189 #APHighlights

Scientists are leaving the U.S. as federal research funding cuts and policy changes create uncertainty. AP speaks with researchers moving abroad and examines what their departures could mean for American science. Read the full story here: buff.ly/1n8mVUv #APHighlights

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A new AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll finds growing trust in Democrats over Republicans on key issues among Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults. The economy remains a top concern. Read the full story here: buff.ly/87c4PF5 #APElections

Beef prices and dietary choices have become campaign issues in the U.S. midterms, as candidates debate affordability and agricultural policy. Read the full story here: buff.ly/0hYftzS #APElections

Latino voters helped return Donald Trump to the White House in 2024. Now, many are expressing frustration over the economy and rising costs. AP examines their views ahead of the midterms. Read the full story here: buff.ly/CQt3CBL #APElections

AI agents can book reservations, organize inboxes and handle everyday tasks. But greater access to personal information brings new privacy risks. AP examines what users should know. Read the full story here: buff.ly/x7Gl8xp #APHighlights

A new AP-NORC poll finds widespread demand for change in Washington ahead of the midterms, with the economy and cost of living among voters' top concerns. Read the full story here: buff.ly/gqFufk5 #APElections