Outlaw country singer Billy Joe Shaver dies at 81
Outlaw country singer-songwriter Billy Joe Shaver, who wrote songs like "Honky Tonk Heroes" and "I Been to Georgia on a Fast Train," has died at 81.
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Rollback of protections would allow logging in Alaska forest
Protections for Alaska's Tongass National Forest, known as America's Amazon, will reportedly be lifted, allowing "logging and other forms of development."
A year ago today, in pictures: Sinkhole grabs commuter bus and more moments you may remember
Also on this day in 2019 protests turned violent after Spain's Supreme Court convicted 12 separatist leaders of illegally promoting the wealthy Catalonia region's independence and sentenced nine of them to prison. See more top news photos as selected by the Associated Press.
French magazine's cartoon of Turkish president stirs condemnation
Turkish officials railed against French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo over a cover-page cartoon mocking Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
2020 is the perfect year for a hygge revival
Stay cozy and comfortable at home.
Store guard in Chicago stabbed 27 times after asking women to wear masks
The alleged attack late Sunday by Jessica Hill, 21, and Jayla Hill, 18, left the 32-year-old victim hospitalized in critical condition, police said.
Cities with the biggest increase in rental prices the past decade
Some cities have experienced much larger increases in rent, but income has not kept pace. The current economic downturn caused by the pandemic has made it even more difficult for many people to afford their rent payments each month.
A look at daily life in a village in Kyrgyzstan untouched by political unrest
"They collect taxes, but they do nothing. The government isn't paying any attention to the citizens' needs."
Watch Now: Why are federal elections held on Tuesdays?
Ever wonder why Americans vote on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November?
If a robot is conscious, is it OK to turn it off? The moral implications of building true AIs
Philosophers say now is the time to mull over what qualities should grant an artificially intelligent machine moral standing.
A year ago today, in pictures: Walls of fire force evacuations in California and more moments you may remember
Also on this day in 2019 protests resumed in Iraq after a wave of anti-government protests were violently put down. See more top news photos as selected by the Associated Press.
Reef taller than Empire State Building found off Australia
A reef measuring about 1,600 feet has been found in Australia's Great Barrier Reef, making it taller than some of the world's highest skyscrapers.
Can I celebrate Halloween during the pandemic? Plus other virus questions answered.
Outdoor pumpkin carving, a virtual or neighborhood costume parade or a scary movie marathon at home are some options.
Buying Guide: A WiFi garage door opener will give you peace of mind when you're away
You'll never miss another Amazon package again.
One week until election, Biden goes on offense in Georgia, Trump targets Midwest
The candidates have set aggressive schedules in the final week that shows which states to watch on Nov. 3. Here's the latest.
New this week to TV, streaming and more: 'This Is Us,' Baby Yoda, 'The Craft' redone
Here's a look at what's arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Presidential pop quiz: Test your knowledge on US leaders, elections
Election Day is fast approaching. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the presidency and presidential elections.
Australia protests Qatar airport's exams of female passengers
Australia condemned Qatar authorities' treatment of female passengers who were subjected to internal exams after a newborn baby was found abandoned.
The iPhone 12's ceramic shield screen is tough — but you can still break it
The breakability tests performed involved dropping the devices on a rough sidewalk from six feet high.
Fact-checking Trump on the border wall, voter fraud and more
President Donald Trump says Mexico is paying for the wall (it isn't), health care choice for veterans came from him (it didn't) and his tax cut stands as the biggest in U.S. history (nowhere close).
