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Washington Post becomes second major US newspaper this week to not endorse a presidential candidate
Read full article: Washington Post becomes second major US newspaper this week to not endorse a presidential candidateThe Washington Post says it won't endorse a candidate for president in this year’s tightly contested race and would avoid doing so in the future.
Belgrade's landmark Hotel Yugoslavia faces likely demolition, with many opposed
Read full article: Belgrade's landmark Hotel Yugoslavia faces likely demolition, with many opposedBelgrade’s iconic Hotel Yugoslavia was once a symbol of progress in the former socialist state of Yugoslavia, and a gathering place for local residents and world leaders.
The Latest: Harris and Trump pivot to turnout as early voting begins
Read full article: The Latest: Harris and Trump pivot to turnout as early voting beginsWith just 21 days remaining to cast votes this presidential season, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are scrambling to win over key constituents as well as the other party's voters.
A concert and 30 new homes mark Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday and long legacy of giving
Read full article: A concert and 30 new homes mark Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday and long legacy of givingA benefit concert and the construction of 30 new homes are among the many celebrations marking President Jimmy Carter’s unprecedented 100th birthday on Oct. 1.
Jimmy Carter at 100: A century of changes for a president, the US and the world since 1924
Read full article: Jimmy Carter at 100: A century of changes for a president, the US and the world since 1924Already the longest-lived of the 45 men to serve as U.S. president, Jimmy Carter is about to reach the century mark.
Jimmy Carter receives Holbrooke award from Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation
Read full article: Jimmy Carter receives Holbrooke award from Dayton Literary Peace Prize FoundationLess than two weeks before his 100th birthday, former President Jimmy Carter is receiving an award from the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation.
As Jimmy Carter nears his 100th birthday, a musical gala celebrates the 'rock-and-roll president'
Read full article: As Jimmy Carter nears his 100th birthday, a musical gala celebrates the 'rock-and-roll president'A range of stars from the stage, screen and sport has gathered to pay tribute to former President Jimmy Carter ahead of his 100th birthday.
A double dose of Obama firepower, a doting spouse and a dance party: Takeaways from Day 2 of the DNC
Read full article: A double dose of Obama firepower, a doting spouse and a dance party: Takeaways from Day 2 of the DNCThe Democratic National Convention’s second night served up a double dose of Obama firepower for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday to be celebrated with musical gala at Atlanta's Fox Theatre
Read full article: Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday to be celebrated with musical gala at Atlanta's Fox TheatreFormer President Jimmy Carter will be honored next month ahead of his 100th birthday with a musical gala at Atlanta's Fox Theatre.
Ominous history for Biden: Incumbents trying to win over their parties often struggle to win again
Read full article: Ominous history for Biden: Incumbents trying to win over their parties often struggle to win againDemocratic Party leaders are publicly standing by President Joe Biden after a disjointed debate performance.
Could Democrats replace Biden as their nominee? Here's how it could happen, and why it's unlikely
Read full article: Could Democrats replace Biden as their nominee? Here's how it could happen, and why it's unlikelyAs President Joe Biden attempts to reassure supporters following his widely panned debate performance on Thursday, Democrats still worried about having him at the top of the ticket in November have few realistic options at their disposal.
Neil Goldschmidt, former Oregon governor who confessed to sex with a minor in the 1970s, has died
Read full article: Neil Goldschmidt, former Oregon governor who confessed to sex with a minor in the 1970s, has diedNeil Goldschmidt, a former Oregon governor whose confession that he had sex with a 14-year-old in the 1970s blackened what had been a nearly sterling reputation, has died.
Trump carries the stain of conviction like a crown. Will the verdict matter to voters?
Read full article: Trump carries the stain of conviction like a crown. Will the verdict matter to voters?Back in 2016, Donald Trump famously said he could shoot someone on Fifth Avenue and not lose any voters because of it.
Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justice
Read full article: Nearly 50 years later, Asian American and Pacific Islander month features revelry and racial justiceIt has been almost 50 years since the U.S. government established that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders and their accomplishments should be recognized annually across the nation.
Donald Trump is running against Joe Biden. But he keeps bringing up another Democrat: Jimmy Carter
Read full article: Donald Trump is running against Joe Biden. But he keeps bringing up another Democrat: Jimmy CarterDonald Trump is running against Joe Biden, but Trump keeps bringing up another Democrat, Jimmy Carter.
The diaries of presidents offer history in the raw — even the naked — and may have secrets to tell
Read full article: The diaries of presidents offer history in the raw — even the naked — and may have secrets to tellJust before dawn one summer day in Washington, America's president stripped naked on a rock by the river, plunged in and saw a dead man float to the surface.
A year after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, advocates hope his endurance drives awareness
Read full article: A year after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, advocates hope his endurance drives awarenessSince Jimmy Carter entered hospice care at his home in south Georgia one year ago, the former U.S. president has celebrated his 99th birthday, enjoyed tributes to his legacy and lost his wife of 77 years.
Egypt is threatening to void its decades-old peace treaty with Israel. What does that mean?
Read full article: Egypt is threatening to void its decades-old peace treaty with Israel. What does that mean?Egypt has threatened to void its decades-long peace treaty with Israel if it begins a large-scale offensive against Rafah, where some 1.4 million Palestinians are sheltering in densely packed tent camps on the border with Egypt.
Biden plans to hold a March fundraiser with former Presidents Obama and Clinton in New York
Read full article: Biden plans to hold a March fundraiser with former Presidents Obama and Clinton in New YorkPresident Joe Biden is teaming up with predecessors Barack Obama and Bill Clinton next month for a New York fundraiser aimed at powering up donations for his reelection campaign.
Bipartisan report seeks ways to counter extreme polarization that has created distrust in elections
Read full article: Bipartisan report seeks ways to counter extreme polarization that has created distrust in electionsA bipartisan report is calling for greater transparency in elections and steps to make voting easier.
How to watch the fourth Republican presidential debate and what to look for
Read full article: How to watch the fourth Republican presidential debate and what to look forThe number of candidates on stage is shrinking, but the fundamentals of Wednesday’s Republican presidential debate may be familiar to anyone who has watched the previous three meetings.
Jill Biden brings a holiday ice rink to the White House for children to skate and play hockey
Read full article: Jill Biden brings a holiday ice rink to the White House for children to skate and play hockeyJill Biden has brought an ice rink to the White House lawn for children to skate and play hockey during the holidays.
Rosalynn Carter funeral and burial held in the town where she and her husband were born
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter funeral and burial held in the town where she and her husband were bornWith her frail husband as a silent witness, Rosalynn Carter was celebrated by her family and closest friends at her funeral in Plains, Georgia, the same tiny town where she and Jimmy Carter were born.
Jimmy Carter attends as family, presidents and first ladies celebrate Rosalynn Carter
Read full article: Jimmy Carter attends as family, presidents and first ladies celebrate Rosalynn CarterRosalynn Carter was remembered Tuesday as a former U.S. first lady who leveraged her fierce intellect and political power to put her deep Christian faith into action by always helping others, especially those who needed it most.
Rosalynn Carter tributes highlight her reach as first lady and humanitarian
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter tributes highlight her reach as first lady and humanitarianThe family of Rosalynn Carter has begun three days of memorials for the former first lady and global humanitarian who died Nov. 19 at the age of 96.
President Joe Biden orders US flags lowered in memory of former first lady Rosalynn Carter
Read full article: President Joe Biden orders US flags lowered in memory of former first lady Rosalynn CarterPresident Joe Biden has ordered that U.S. flags on federal government buildings and property will be lowered to half staff in recognition of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who died Sunday.
Rosalynn Carter made a wrongfully convicted felon a White House nanny and helped win her pardon
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter made a wrongfully convicted felon a White House nanny and helped win her pardonRosalynn Carter used her powerful posts to address injustices as her husband rose in politics, especially those imposed as part of the racist Jim Crow system that prevailed in Georgia.
Rosalynn Carter's advocacy for mental health was rooted in compassion and perseverance
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter's advocacy for mental health was rooted in compassion and perseveranceRosalynn Carter's advocacy for mental health started during her husband's 1966 campaign for governor, when she spoke almost daily with Georgia families struggling to get help for their loved ones.
‘Just extraordinary’: Campaign manager who helped Jimmy Carter win Florida looks back on the legacy of Rosalynn Carter
Read full article: ‘Just extraordinary’: Campaign manager who helped Jimmy Carter win Florida looks back on the legacy of Rosalynn CarterIt’s been nearly 50 years since Mike Hightower first met Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, but his memories remain vivid.
Rosalynn Carter's tiny hometown mourns a global figure who made many contributions at home
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter's tiny hometown mourns a global figure who made many contributions at homeRosalynn Carter’s tiny hometown of Plains, Georgia, is mourning the death of the former U.S. first lady and global humanitarian.
Rosalynn Carter: Advocate for Jimmy Carter and many others, always leveraging her love of politics
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter: Advocate for Jimmy Carter and many others, always leveraging her love of politicsRosalynn Carter drew the nickname “Steel Magnolia” when she arrived in Washington as first lady.
Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, dies after entering hospice care at home, Carter Center says
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, dies after entering hospice care at home, Carter Center saysFormer first lady Rosalynn Carter died Sunday at her home in Plains, Georgia, according to the Carter Center.
The Bidens start Thanksgiving early by serving dinner and showing 'Wonka' to service members
Read full article: The Bidens start Thanksgiving early by serving dinner and showing 'Wonka' to service membersPresident Joe Biden is visiting naval installations in Virginia for an early kickoff to the Thanksgiving holiday week.
Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, is in hospice care at home, Carter Center says
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, is in hospice care at home, Carter Center saysThe Carter Center has announced that former first lady Rosalynn Carter is in hospice care at home in Plains, Georgia.
Rep. Dean Phillips announces primary challenge to Biden. He says Democrats need to focus on future
Read full article: Rep. Dean Phillips announces primary challenge to Biden. He says Democrats need to focus on futureMinnesota Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips has announced a primary challenge of President Joe Biden.
Nobel Peace Prize guesswork focuses on the Ukrainian war, protests in Iran and climate change
Read full article: Nobel Peace Prize guesswork focuses on the Ukrainian war, protests in Iran and climate changeThe winner of the Nobel Peace Prize will be soon be revealed and the annual guessing game is reaching its climax.
Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood talk working with the Carters for Habitat for Humanity and new music
Read full article: Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood talk working with the Carters for Habitat for Humanity and new musicOn Sunday, Habitat for Humanity's 2023 annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Week Project kicked off on the President's 99th birthday.
Jimmy Carter turns 99 at home with Rosalynn and other family as tributes come from around the world
Read full article: Jimmy Carter turns 99 at home with Rosalynn and other family as tributes come from around the worldJimmy Carter put off his usual Sunday practice of watching church services online to instead celebrate his 99th birthday with his wife, Rosalynn, and their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Plains.
Jimmy Carter admirers across generations celebrate the former president's 99th birthday
Read full article: Jimmy Carter admirers across generations celebrate the former president's 99th birthdayJimmy Carter was celebrated Saturday at his presidential library and museum in Atlanta ahead of his 99th birthday on Sunday.
Jimmy Carter's 99th birthday celebration moved to Saturday to avoid federal shutdown threat
Read full article: Jimmy Carter's 99th birthday celebration moved to Saturday to avoid federal shutdown threatThe Jimmy Carter Library and Museum is moving up festivities for the former president’s 99th birthday because of the threat of a partial federal government shutdown.
Gates Foundation commits $200 million to pay for medical supplies and contraception
Read full article: Gates Foundation commits $200 million to pay for medical supplies and contraceptionThe Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation pledged $200 million to help save the lives of mothers and children during childbirth.
Republican presidential candidates mostly overlook New Hampshire in an effort to blunt Trump in Iowa
Read full article: Republican presidential candidates mostly overlook New Hampshire in an effort to blunt Trump in IowaNew Hampshire’s primary tradition may be little more than a fairy tale in the 2024 presidential race as the Republican presidential field largely overlooks the state in favor of Iowa.
Rosalynn Carter marks 96th birthday at home with the former president, butterflies and ice cream
Read full article: Rosalynn Carter marks 96th birthday at home with the former president, butterflies and ice creamRosalynn Carter celebrated her 96th birthday at home with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, and other family members, while the surrounding community commemorated the former first lady’s years of public health advocacy.
Biden will use Camp David backdrop hoping to broker a breakthrough in Japan-South Korea relations
Read full article: Biden will use Camp David backdrop hoping to broker a breakthrough in Japan-South Korea relationsPresident Joe Biden will host the leaders of Japan and South Korea at Camp David to encourage the U.S. allies, who have been thawing their frosty relationship, to cooperate more given their shared concerns about aggression from China and North Korea.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter mark 77th wedding anniversary at home in Plains, Georgia
Read full article: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter mark 77th wedding anniversary at home in Plains, GeorgiaJimmy and Rosalynn Carter are marking their 77th wedding anniversary with a quiet Friday at their south Georgia home, extending their record as the longest-married first couple ever as both face significant health challenges.
Booze, drugs, a pet snake and foreign dealings: Families can cause headaches for a White House
Read full article: Booze, drugs, a pet snake and foreign dealings: Families can cause headaches for a White HousePresident Joe Biden's son Hunter is by no means the first presidential relative whose personal troubles have caused headaches for a White House.
'He's home': Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient's remains return to Georgia
Read full article: 'He's home': Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient's remains return to GeorgiaAn American soldier awarded the Medal of Honor after he went missing in battle during the Korean War was buried on Memorial Day near his hometown in Georgia.
Jimmy Carter, 3 months into hospice, is aware of tributes, enjoying ice cream
Read full article: Jimmy Carter, 3 months into hospice, is aware of tributes, enjoying ice creamJimmy Carter's grandson says the former president remains in good spirits three months after entering end-of-life care at home.
Political prisoners share how Jimmy Carter saved their lives
Read full article: Political prisoners share how Jimmy Carter saved their livesAs Jimmy Carter rests in hospice care at his home in Georgia, The Associated Press reached out to former political prisoners who credit him with saving their lives.
Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy
Read full article: Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogyPresident Joe Biden says he plans to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, who remains under hospice care at his home in south Georgia.
Jimmy Carter: Family affair to the White House and beyond
Read full article: Jimmy Carter: Family affair to the White House and beyondWhen Jimmy Carter stepped onto the national stage, he brought along those closest to him, introducing Americans to a colorful Georgia family that helped shape the 39th president’s public life and now, generations later, is rallying around him for the private final chapter of his 98 years.
Jimmy Carter receives accolades from afar, and right at home
Read full article: Jimmy Carter receives accolades from afar, and right at homeFormer President Jimmy Carter is garnering accolades and well-wishes across the world since the announcement that the 98-year-old is receiving end-of-life care at home in Georgia.
Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, enters hospice care at home
Read full article: Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, enters hospice care at homeFormer President Jimmy Carter will receive hospice care at home instead of treatment at the hospital, according to a social media message from The Carter Center.
Iran marks 1979 US Embassy takeover amid nationwide protests
Read full article: Iran marks 1979 US Embassy takeover amid nationwide protestsIran is marking the 1979 takeover of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran as its theocracy faces nationwide protests after the death of a 22-year-old woman earlier arrested by the country’s morality police.
Dodge, deny or fib: Candidates stay vague on 2024 plans
Read full article: Dodge, deny or fib: Candidates stay vague on 2024 plansPresidential aspirants running for reelection while dreaming of the highest office in the land often face an uncomfortable question: Will they commit to serving a full term — should they win one — when their best moment to take a shot at the White House may come sooner than that.
Trial begins for analyst who was source for Trump dossier
Read full article: Trial begins for analyst who was source for Trump dossierA federal jury in Virginia has heard opening statements in the trial of a think tank analyst who played a major role in the creation of a flawed dossier about former President Donald Trump.
Live updates: British sports resume, tributes to late Queen
Read full article: Live updates: British sports resume, tributes to late QueenThere have been moving and respectful tributes to Queen Elizabeth II as sports resumed in Britain following a nationwide shutdown Friday as a mark of respect for the monarch.
'A servant queen': World pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Read full article: 'A servant queen': World pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth IIAcross the globe, the death of Queen Elizabeth II has prompted reflections on the historic sweep of her reign and how she succeeded in presiding over the end of Britain’s colonial empire and embracing the independence of her former dominions.