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Max Verstappen qualifies on pole for the Qatar Grand Prix. He can win the title in Saturday's sprint 10/06/2023 03:41pm • LOSAIL, Qatar (AP) — Max Verstappen underlined why he's on the verge of a third consecutive Formula One title as he qualified on pole for the Qatar Grand Prix on Friday. He can clinch the title in Saturday's sprint race. Verstappen set a commanding time early in the third and last session of quali Deer in search of romance costing DC-area drivers more than ever 10/06/2023 09:06am • The leaves are turning, temperatures are cooling, which means drivers can expect to have more company on the roads — and we're not talking about cars and trucks. "There are plenty of deer out and about," said Ragina Ali, spokeswoman with AAA Mid-Atlantic. "October through December marks deer ma Ramaswamy says angry protesters rammed his car in Iowa; police say no evidence crash was intentional 10/06/2023 07:53am • DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign says at least two protesters upset about the Republican presidential candidate's remarks in opposition to aid for Ukraine purposely rammed his car in Iowa in retaliation on Thursday, but police say there is no evidence to support the claim that th Thousands of US workers are on strike today. Here's a rundown of major work stoppages happening now 10/05/2023 11:30am • NEW YORK (AP) — It's been a big year for labor organizing in the U.S. And from auto production lines to Hollywood, all eyes are on strikes taking the world of work by storm. The boiling point we’re seeing today comes amid soaring costs of living and rising inequality, including growing pay gaps What Does It Cost to Own a Home? 10/04/2023 08:00pm • There's a lot of talk about what it costs to buy a home. There are the mystery expenses that you might not think about: insurance, closing costs and home inspections. But as you're looking at potential future homes, there's another thing that's important to consider: What's the cost of owning that h Trucker dies of injuries after fiery Loudoun Co. crash, additional charges given to other driver 10/04/2023 09:33am • The driver of a semi-truck involved in a fiery crash on Route 28 in Loudoun County, Virginia, last month has died. Now, the driver who caused the crash is facing more charges. The driver of a black Nissan Altima was traveling south on Route 28 when he crashed into the semi, causing it to overtur Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents 10/03/2023 04:32pm • NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — For months, Carlton Clemons endured crippling pain from a rotting wisdom tooth. He couldn’t sleep, barely ate and relied on painkillers to get by. The 67-year-old from Nashville, Tennessee, could not afford to see a dentist on the $1,300-a-month his family gets in Social How Much Would $10,000 Invested in Tesla Stock at IPO Be Worth Today? 10/02/2023 08:00pm • Electric vehicles giant Tesla Inc. (ticker: TSLA) is a household name today. At a market capitalization of roughly $790 billion, it's one of the 10 largest public companies in the U.S. That said, the stock's medium-term performance has been lackluster. Despite a sharp rebound in 2023, investors who Business Highlights: Sam Bankman-Fried's trial set to begin, Fed chief hears about inflation woes 10/02/2023 05:48pm • ___ Sam Bankman-Fried must now convince a jury that the former crypto king was not a crook NEW YORK (AP) — For a while, Sam Bankman-Fried tried to convince politicians and the public that he was the next J.P. Morgan. Now, he has to convince a jury that he wasn’t, in reality, the next Bernie Mado Paddle boat for sale: Why an Eastern Shore town is looking for a new owner 10/02/2023 07:00am • The Town of Snow Hill is looking for someone to buy Black-Eyed Susan, the stern-wheeler paddle boat acquired by the town in 2020. (Courtesy Town of Snow Hill) When the small Eastern Shore town of Snow Hill, Maryland, bought a 34-year-old paddle boat three years ago, the goal was to attract more How to Retire in Canada 09/28/2023 08:00pm • If you're interested in heading north of the border for retirement, it's important to think about life there and consider your goals and budget. Canada is a popular destination for those looking for a new start. It aims to welcome 485,000 individuals as permanent residents in 2024, and 500,000 in 20 What Is a Mortgage? 09/28/2023 08:00pm • Buying a home can be a path to building savings and putting down roots in a community. But with median home prices higher than $400,000 in the United States today, many people can't take this step without borrowing money. That's where a mortgage comes in. What Is a Mortgage?A mortgage is an agreemen How to Retire in Portugal 09/28/2023 08:00pm • Retirement can be a great time to make a big change in your living situation because you don't have a career tying you to a particular location. Whether you're looking to move closer to family, find a retirement community or simply live in a more beautiful locale, there are plenty of great options f Greater Mid-Atlantic News Digest 1 p.m. 09/28/2023 01:50pm • Here’s a look at how AP’s general news coverage is shaping up for select stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s complete coverage of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, and the rest of the world, visit Coverage Plan at newsroom.ap.org Questions about cov Virginia Daybook 09/27/2023 04:30pm • Associated Press Virginia Daybook for Wednesday, Sep. 27. The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover. Please keep the AP in mind when news develops. To see your Daybooks and events for Virginia and other S