Ukraine government building damaged in Kyiv in the largest Russian attack since the war began

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia has launched its largest aerial attack on Ukraine since the war began, targeting Kyiv with drones and missiles. Officials confirmed four deaths across Ukraine, including a mother and her 3-month-old child in Kyiv. Ukraine's air force reported that 810 drones and decoys were used, with 747 drones and four missiles neutralized. Smoke was seen rising from Kyiv’s government headquarters, marking a significant escalation. Ukrainian leaders are calling for increased sanctions on Russia and stronger air defenses. The attack follows European leaders urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to work toward ending the conflict.

Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split nearly $1.8 billion jackpot

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Powerball players in Missouri and Texas have won the nearly $1.8 billion jackpot, overcoming astronomical odds to end the lottery game’s three-month drought without a big winner. The winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with the Powerball number being 17. The prize, which was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot in history, followed 41 consecutive drawings in which no one matched all six numbers. The last drawing with a jackpot winner happened May 31. Powerball’s terrible odds of 1 in 292.2 million are designed to generate big jackpots, with prizes growing as they roll over when no one wins.

Japan's prime minister resigns after his party suffered a historic defeat in a summer election

TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced he will step down following growing calls from his party to take responsibility for a historic defeat in July’s parliamentary election. Ishiba, who took office in October, had resisted growing demands from within his own party for more than a month. Sunday’s resignation came one day before his Liberal Democratic Party was to decide whether to hold an early leadership election, a virtual no-confidence motion against him if approved. Ishiba said he would start a process to hold a party leadership vote to choose his replacement and that there was no need for the motion.

South Korea will bring home 300 workers detained in massive Hyundai plant raid in Georgia

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea says it has reached a deal with the U.S. for the release of South Korean workers detained in an immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. Presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik announced Sunday that South Korea and the U.S. finalized negotiations on the workers’ release. He said South Korea plans to send a charter plane to bring the workers home. South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said that more than 300 South Koreans were among the 475 people detained. The raid stunned many in South Korea because the country is a key U.S. ally.

In a rare hit, a drone fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels strikes Israel's southern airport

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — A drone launched by Yemen's Houthi group has hit Israel's southern airport, closing airspace and halting flights, according to the Israeli military. The attack on Sunday involved multiple drones, with at least one striking the passenger terminal of Ramon International Airport near Eilat. One person was lightly injured. The Houthis have vowed to escalate attacks after an Israeli strike killed their prime minister in Yemen. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to continue operations in Gaza City, as negotiations with Hamas remain stalled. Israeli strikes on Sunday killed at least 13 Palestinians, including children.

In one DC neighborhood after federal intervention, the notion of more authority is a mixed bag

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a swath of the nation’s capital that sits across the tracks, and the river, residents can see the Washington Monument, the Waldorf Astoria and the U.S. Capitol dome. What they cannot see are the National Guard units patrolling those areas. And they don’t see them patrolling on their side of the Anacostia River, either. This storied region of Washington was once home to Frederick Douglass. Here, the crime that President Donald Trump has spoken about is something residents would like to see more resources dedicated to. But it’s complicated. People acknowledge they need protection but aren't sure this is the right kind.

Police arrest almost 900 at London protest supporting banned group Palestine Action

LONDON (AP) — Police say they arrested almost 900 protesters outside Parliament in London for defying a ban on the group Palestine Action, which the government has labeled a terrorist organization. Defend Our Juries, the campaign group organizing the protest, said 1,500 people participated on Saturday, holding signs supporting Palestine Action. Police began making arrests within minutes, while bystanders chanted against the police. The Metropolitan Police stated that expressing support for a banned organization is a criminal offense under the Terrorism Act. More than 700 people were arrested at earlier protests, with 138 charged under the Act. The group is challenging the ban in court.

Undersea cables cut in the Red Sea, disrupting internet access in Asia and the Mideast

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea have disrupted internet access in parts of Asia and the Middle East. Experts say the disruption began early Sunday, but the cause remains unclear. There are concerns about possible targeting by Yemen's Houthi rebels, though they have denied cutting cables in the past. Microsoft announced that the Middle East may face increased latency. NetBlocks reported degraded connectivity in countries like India and Pakistan. The affected cables are managed by Tata Communications and Alcatel-Lucent. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have not officially acknowledged the disruption. This comes as the Houthis and Israel remain locked in attacks.

Trump attending the US Open as Rolex's guest despite Swiss tariffs. Any boos may not be seen on TV

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is attending Sunday's U.S. Open mens final as a guest of Rolex despite imposing steep tariffs on the Swiss watchmaker’s home country. Event organizers are seeking to keep off-court disruptions on Sunday — like audience members booing the president — from being seen on the TV broadcast. Trump will be watching from Rolex's suite. He's built the bulk of his second term’s domestic travel around attending major sports events rather than hitting the road to make major policy announcements or address large rallies. Trump hasn't attended the U.S. Open since being booed there in 2015, and he's the first sitting president to attend since Bill Clinton in 2000.

Max Verstappen claims dominant victory at Italian Grand Prix for 1st win since May

MONZA, Italy (AP) — Max Verstappen leads almost from start to finish for a dominant victory at the Italian Grand Prix. This marks his first win since May and only his third of the season. Verstappen had posted the fastest lap at Monza in Formula 1 history on Saturday to claim pole position. Lando Norris finishes second, trimming the gap to Oscar Piastri in the title race to 31 points. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton also have solid performances. Leclerc finishes fourth, while Hamilton surges through the field to cross the line in sixth at Ferrari’s home race.