PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — It’s a war of words between President Donald Trump and Colombian leader Gustavo Petro over illegal drugs, with hundreds of millions of dollars in American aid hanging in the balance. Trump says he’ll slash U.S. assistance and enact tariffs because Colombia’s leftist president “does nothing to stop” drug production and…… MORE
Centrist Rodrigo Paz Wins Bolivia’s Presidential Runoff, Topping Right-Wing Rival
LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — Preliminary results show that Rodrigo Paz, a centrist senator who was never a nationally prominent figure until now, has won Bolivia’s presidential election, galvanizing voters outraged by the country’s economic crisis and frustrated with 20 years of rule by the Movement Toward Socialism party. “The trend is irreversible,” said ҳcar…… MORE
George Santos Says He’s Humbled but Dismisses ‘Pearl Clutching’ Critics
NEW YORK (AP) — Freed from the prison where he had been serving time for ripping off his campaign donors, former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he’s humbled by his experience behind bars. But he says he’s also unconcerned about the “pearl clutching” of critics upset that President Donald Trump granted him clemency. Speaking on…… MORE
Thieves Steal Crown Jewels in 4 Minutes From Louvre Museum
PARIS (AP) — Thieves have pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre, stealing priceless Napoleonic jewels. On Sunday, they used a basket lift to access the museum, smashed display cases, and fled with the treasures. The theft happened in the Galerie d’Apollon, where the French Crown Jewels are displayed. Officials say the operation took…… MORE
Kering Sells Beauty Division to L’Oreal and Says the Companies Will Collaborate on Wellness Products
French luxury goods company Kering said Sunday it is selling its beauty division to L’Oreal for 4 billion euros ($4.66 billion). Under the agreement, Clichy, France-based L’Oreal will acquire the House of Creed high-end fragrance company as well as licenses to create beauty and fragrance products for Kering brands like Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.…… MORE