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Summertime political reruns

When I was younger, so much younger than today (credit The Beatles for that lyric from “Help”), television networks would rerun programs that had originally been broadcast the previous fall and spring. A few still do, like “Wheel of Fortune” and "Jeopardy,” but those are ...

‘We Have To Trust’: Israel’s Christians rely on faith and allies as they fear rising harassment

MOUNT TABOR, Israel (AP) — Sister Mayela wears her black veil and habit as she walks to work near where another Catholic nun was violently attacked in Jerusalem's Old City — but she's now accompanied by a Jewish volunteer for protection. Many Christians in Israel, who make up less than 2% of the country's population, are worried visible signs of their faith will draw harassment, which has increased as multiple conflicts grip the region. "I'm scared after the sister was beat up," said Sister Mayela, a Mexican nun who's lived in Jerusalem on and off for more than two decades. ...

From drone to door

There's a new delivery system in town. Well ... maybe not in your town. In some places, drones are now allowed to deliver small packages, groceries and takeout. Companies like Wing and Zipline bring people hot meals in under 10 minutes. I had to watch it to believe it. You can see it ...

Rudolph, Howard, Allar all shine for Steelers

PITTSBURGH — If only Mike McCarthy graded on production, then Drew Allar would be in for smooth sailing when the Pittsburgh Steelers sit down to dissect their preseason-opening win over Green Bay. The rookie quarterback, however, is already well-versed in how his head coach's mind ...

Bell finds bright side of finishing second

RICHMOND, Va. — NASCAR finishes have fallen into a familiar pattern for Christopher Bell. Second-place finishes in four of the past five Cup Series races have felt like a "kick to the gut" for the Joe Gibbs Racing driver. But those disappointments are always followed by a shot in the ...

Scheffler takes 3-shot lead in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take a three-stroke lead in the FedEx St. Jude Championship. "Really just a dream start," Scheffler said. "Probably one of the best starts I've had on tour, to be honest with you. I ...