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CEO PAY _ Pay for CEOs at the biggest U.S. companies climbed 7% last year, widening the gap between chief executives and their workers, whose pay did not rise as quickly. By Stan Choe. SENT: 1,300 words, photos, graphic. With CEO PAY-SAY ON PAY _ Shareholders are still voting overwhelmingly in favor of big pay packages for CEOs, but there are more pockets of resistance eight years after "say on pay" became a mandatory exercise at annual meetings. SENT: 700 words, photos. With CEO PAY-WOMEN; CEO PAY-TOP 10; CEO PAY-WOMEN-TOP 10; CEO PAY-TOP PAID BY STATE; CEO PAY-BY INDUSTRY (all sent).
ABORTION-RAPE AND INCEST _ Even as abortion opponents celebrate passage of tough bans in several states, they are divided over making exceptions for victims of rape and incest. Many Republicans, including President Donald Trump, support such exceptions. By David Crary. SENT: 1,150 words, photos.
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Pope Francis is shown how a soccer ball spins on a finger during an audience with members of the FIGC (Italian Soccer Federation) and Gazzetta dello Sport newspaper,at the Vatican, Friday, May 24, 2019. (AP PhotoDomenico Stinellis)
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EUROPEAN ELECTIONS-JAILED CANDIDATES _ The most prominent jailed leader of Catalonia's separatist movement is vowing to take his fight to the European Parliament after being suspended as a lawmaker in Spain. An AP Interview by Joseph Wilson and Aritz Parra. SENT: 980 words, photos.
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A young protestor takes part in a demonstration organised by 'Global Strike 4 Climate' in Parliament Square in London, Friday, May 24, 2019. (AP PhotoKirsty Wigglesworth)
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BREXIT _ Theresa May ended her failed three-year quest to lead Britain out of the European Union on Friday, announcing that she will step down as Conservative Party leader June 7 and triggering a contest to choose a new prime minister who will try to complete Brexit. By Jill Lawless. SENT: 1,050 words, photos, video. With BREXIT-THE LATEST; BRITAIN-THERESA MAY-GLANCE; BRITAIN-THERESA MAY-TIMELINE; BRITAIN-THERESA MAY-PROFILE (all sent).
British Prime Minister Theresa May reacts as she turns away after making a speech in the street outside 10 Downing Street in London, England, Friday, May 24, 2019. Theresa May says she'll quit as UK Conservative leader on June 7, sparking contest for Britain's next prime minister. (AP PhotoAlastair Grant)
CEO PAY _ Pay for CEOs at the biggest U.S. companies climbed 7% last year, widening the gap between chief executives and their workers, whose pay did not rise as quickly. By Stan Choe. SENT: 1,300 words, photos, graphic. With CEO PAY-SAY ON PAY _ Shareholders are still voting overwhelmingly in favor of big pay packages for CEOs, but there are more pockets of resistance eight years after "say on pay" became a mandatory exercise at annual meetings. SENT: 700 words, photos. With CEO PAY-WOMEN; CEO PAY-TOP 10; CEO PAY-WOMEN-TOP 10; CEO PAY-TOP PAID BY STATE; CEO PAY-BY INDUSTRY (all sent).
TRUMP-TRANSGENDER HEALTH _ The Trump administration proposes to roll back discrimination protections for transgender people in health care, the latest in a series of actions that have reversed LGBTQ gains in areas ranging from the military to housing and education. By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar. SENT: 750 words. UPCOMING: 800 words by 4 p.m., photos.
TRUMP-RUSSIA PROBE _ Intelligence professionals and Democrats warn that President Donald Trump’s move to declassify material about the Russia investigation could endanger secret intelligence sources and allow his attorney general to paint a misleading picture about the roots of the probe. By Deb Riechmann. SENT: 1,050 words. UPCOMING: 900 words by 5 p.m., photos, video.
Kashmiri villagers inspect a damaged house after a gunbattle in Tral, south of Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir, Friday, May 24, 2019. Government forces in Indian-controlled Kashmir killed a top militant commander linked to al-Qaida in the disputed region, officials said on Friday. (AP Photo Dar Yasin)
ABORTION-RAPE AND INCEST _ Even as abortion opponents celebrate passage of tough bans in several states, they are divided over making exceptions for victims of rape and incest. Many Republicans, including President Donald Trump, support such exceptions. By David Crary. SENT: 1,150 words, photos.
FACES-D-DAY-PHOTO GALLERY _ Many had never before seen combat, but they were determined not to let down the men fighting next to them. These are the faces of D-Day veterans who are returning to Normandy for the 75th anniversary. SENT: 220 words, photos.
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President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump board Air Force One for a four-day state visit to Japan, Friday, May 24, 2019, at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. (AP PhotoEvan Vucci)
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TV-ADAM LEVINE _ Adam Levine is leaving NBC's "The Voice" after 16 seasons. SENT: 150 words, photos.
NOT REAL NEWS-PELOSI VIDEO _ Video footage of Pelosi at conference slowed down to make it seem as if she's slurring words. SENT: 430 words, photos.
COLOMBIA-EXOTIC FROG BREEDER _ Conservationist saves rare frogs by beating traffickers at their own game. SENT: 880 words, photos.
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT-BATALI _ Celebrity chef Mario Batali has pleaded not guilty to an allegation that he forcibly kissed and groped a woman at a Boston restaurant in 2017. SENT: 400 words, photos.
AP WAS THERE-AMERICAN AIRLINES CRASH-ANNIVERSARY: Original coverage of 1979 American Airlines Flight 191 crash at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport that killed 273. SENT: 1,360 words, photos.
CANNES-QUENTIN TARANTINO _ Whether or not Quentin Tarantino wins the Palme d'Or this year at the Cannes Film Festival, at least he's not coming home without a trophy. SENT: 130 words, photos, video.
FACEBOOK FUGITIVE _ A fugitive has so far failed to honor an agreement to surrender once 15,000 people liked his wanted poster on social media. SENT: 370 words, photos.
CONGRESS-NADLER-MEDICAL EPISODE _ U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler was getting medical attention after he appeared to swoon during a news conference in New York City. SENT: 230 words.
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UNITED STATES-IRAN _ The U.S. will bolster its military presence in the Middle East with an additional 1,500 troops amid heightened tensions with Iran. SENT: 260 words. UPCOMING: 800 words by 4 p.m., photos, video.
TRUMP-JAPAN _ With the threat of devastating U.S. auto tariffs looming, Japan is laying out a red carpet to welcome President Donald Trump for a state visit tailor-made to his whims and ego. SENT: 960 words, photos, video.
WIKILEAKS-ASSANGE _ A new indictment against Julian Assange could further what was already expected to be a protracted battle to get the WikiLeaks founder out of a London jail cell and into a U.S. court. UPCOMING: 600 words by 4 p.m., photos.
CONGRESS-DISASTER AID _ A House GOP conservative complaining of Washington's free-spending ways blocks a long-overdue $19 billion disaster aid bill. SENT: 1,000 words, photo.
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INTERNATIONAL
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FRANCE-EXPLOSION _ An explosion on a busy street in Lyon injures seven people, and authorities can’t confirm reports it was a small package that exploded. SENT: 200 words. UPCOMING: Developing.
CHINA-TRADE _ China steps up war of words in tariff spat, accusing US of trying to 'colonize' global business. SENT: 700 words, photos.
PERSIAN GULF-TENSIONS _ Iran's foreign minister, under fire at home, in Pakistan on critically timed visit amid tensions with US. SENT: 970 words, photos.
KENYA-GAY RIGHTS _ Kenya's High Court upholds colonial-era laws that criminalize same-sex relations, to dismay of many. SENT: 700 words, photos.
EUROPEAN ELECTIONS-GREEN VOTE _ Concerns about climate change have prompted mass protests across Europe for the past year. For the first time, the issue is expected to have a significant impact on this week's elections for the European Parliament. SENT: 1,200 words, photos. With EUROPEAN ELECTIONS-CLIMATE PROTESTS _ Protesters are holding rallies in several European Union countries to demand tougher action against global warming. SENT: 400 words, photos. EUROPEAN ELECTIONS _ Voters in Czech Republic and Ireland cast ballots to choose European Parliament representatives. UPCOMING: Developing.
INDIA-ELECTIONS _ Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with leaders of his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party after his thunderous victory in national elections. SENT: 380 words, photos, video.
NORTH KOREA-UNITED STATES _ North Korea says stalled nuclear negotiations with the United States will never resume unless the Trump administration moves away from what the North describes as unilateral demands for disarmament. SENT: 500 words, photo.
TAIWAN-GAY MARRIAGE _ Hundreds of same-sex couples in Taiwan rush to get married the first day a landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage took effect. SENT: 350 words, photos.
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HEALTH & SCIENCE
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NFL-MLB DEATHS _ NFL players may be more likely to die from brain diseases and heart problems than major league baseball players, but the reasons are unclear. SENT: 460 words, photos.
FDA-MOST EXPENSIVE MEDICINE _ U.S. regulators have approved the most expensive medicine ever, a $2.125 million gene therapy meant to cure a disorder that rapidly destroys a baby's muscle control and kills most within a couple years. SENT: 130 words. UPCOMING: Developing.
SPACEX LAUNCH _ SpaceX has launched 60 tiny satellites, the first of hundreds and even thousands that founder Elon Musk plans to put in orbit for global internet coverage. SENT: 360 words, photos.
POLICE-VIRTUAL REALITY TRAINING _ Police officers are now using virtual reality to learn the best ways to interact with people with autism and de-escalate situations that could quickly turn awry. SENT: 940 words, photos, video.
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NATIONAL
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WISCONSIN KILLINGS-KIDNAPPING _ A Wisconsin man could spend the rest of his life behind bars for kidnapping 13-year-old Jayme Closs and killing her parents. SENT: 550 words, photos. UPCOMING: Developing from 1:30 p.m. sentencing.
ABORTION-ALABAMA _ Abortion providers are asking a federal judge to block an Alabama law that would ban most abortions in the state. SENT: 550 words, photos.
ABORTION-MISSOURI _ Missouri’s governor signs one of the nation's most restrictive abortion bills, banning the procedure on or beyond eight weeks of pregnancy. SENT: 700 words, photos.
OPIOIDS-BLACKMAIL INVESTIGATION _ A secretary at Iowa's school for juvenile offenders has been fired after using her job to illegally purchase pain pills from a former student who she says demanded monthly payments to keep quiet about the transaction. By Ryan J. Foley. SENT: 720 words.
CAPE COD-SHARKS _ Tourist season on Cape Cod is opening this Memorial Day weekend with uncertainty after last year's two shark attacks. SENT: 910 words, photos.
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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
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TESLA WOES-Q&A _ Tesla's bad news accelerates as Wall Street loses faith in growth prospects; a look at what happened and what might be in store. SENT: 800 words, photos.
ARKANSAS NEWSPAPER-IPAD _ Arkansas' largest newspaper says it will discontinue daily print editions but will distribute free iPads to remaining digital subscribers. UPCOMING: 500 words by 3 p.m., photos.
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ENTERTAINMENT
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DISNEYLAND-STAR WARS-GALAXY’S EDGE _ Crowd control is a priority for Disneyland before the highly anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opens this month. SENT: 800 words, photos.
TV-VIDA _ The Starz drama 'Vida' returns for its second season on Sunday with an even deeper exploration of an issue facing many U.S. Latino communities: gentrification. SENT: 620 words, photos.
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SPORTS
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BKN--WARRIORS-CHAMPIONSHIP RUN _ Now that this group has reached a fifth-straight NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors are determined to bring home a third consecutive championship. UPCOMING: 950 words by 2 p.m., photos.
BKL--WINGS-DREAM _ Tiffany Hayes and the Atlanta Dream, coming off a loss in the WNBA semifinals last season, will face the Dallas Wings in their season opener on Friday night. UPCOMING: 450 words by 10 p.m.
BKN-PAUL NEWBERRY-LEONARD’S MOMENT _ This is exactly what the Toronto Raptors had in mind when they went all-in on a championship this season, hoping that Kawhi Leonard would be the sort of elite player who could push them over the top even if he didn't hang around very long. By Sports Columnist Paul Newberry. UPCOMING: 800 words by 5 p.m., photos.
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