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AP investigation explores hidden cost of ethanol

For years, corn ethanol has been a centerpiece of America's green energy strategy. President Barack Obama and his administration have described this homegrown fuel as a way to reduce greenhouse gases and to wean the country off foreign sources of oil. But an Associated Press investigation to be published Nov. 12 will highlight the environmental impact of ethanol production.

NOV. 6, 2013

AP to name 92nd all-America team, teams for all 5 major conferences

The Associated Press All-America team, the longest-running annual honor roll of the nation's top college football players, will be announced Dec. 11. The AP also will name all-conference teams for all five major football conferences starting Dec. 4, and all-America teams for the lower divisions starting Dec. 12.

NOV. 27, 2017

International photo festival to showcase AP images from around the world

The Associated Press announced today it will feature a selection of evocative photos that capture many of the most poignant moments in global news over the past 12 months in connection with the Xposure International Photography Festival in the United Arab Emirates.

NOV. 13, 2017

AP to stream Washington interview series on Facebook Live

The Associated Press will debut its “Newsmakers” interview series on Facebook Live on Wednesday, Sept. 13, with a conversation with House Speaker Paul Ryan.

SEPT. 11, 2017

AP to name 91st all-America team, teams for all 5 major conferences

The Associated Press All-America team, the longest-running annual honor roll of the nation's top college football players, will be announced Dec. 12. The AP also will name all-conference teams for all five major football conferences starting Dec. 5.

NOV. 29, 2016

Making climate ‘a human story’

Today AP launched a 12-part series about efforts underway around the world to save or revive ecosystems and restore landscapes and species in a world affected by human activity and climate change.

AP environment series asks What Can Be Saved

The Associated Press will roll out a series of in-depth, multimedia stories beginning Sept. 17 that will chronicle 12 examples of intense efforts being waged around the world to save or revive ecosystems, reversing some of humankind’s most destructive past actions and preserving vital natural habitats on Earth.

SEPT. 12, 2019

‘Unprecedented’ transparency into race calls

At 6:32 p.m. ET on Wednesday, more than a week after Election Day, The Associated Press called the U.S. House for the Republican Party after Republicans secured the 218th seat needed to gain control.

Week in Pictures Nov. 7 – 13, 2025

NOV. 13, 2025

Photo highlights of untouchable England beating Canada at Women’s Rugby World Cup final

England finally has a Women’s Rugby World Cup title to confirm its utter world domination after outclassing Canada 33-13 in front of a record crowd at Twickenham on Saturday.

SEPT. 29, 2025

Yu Zidi is only 12 but she stuns the swim world with some of the year’s fastest times

Yu Zidi of China is only 12 years old and will race at the world swimming championships later this month in Singapore. That’s amazing. But her age is only part of the picture. Not only is she very young, but her times in three events this year are among the best in the world. And […]

JULY 17, 2025

Huntington Beach Dog Surfing

Fans flocked to Huntington Beach on Friday to watch top canine athletes compete in the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge surf contest. Dogs ranging from 2 to 13 years old — Corgis, Dalmatians, Pit Bulls, Labradors and more — showed off their skills riding waves, drawing cheers from beachside spectators as they aimed to “hang ten” and secure a spot in K9 surfing history.

JUNE 21, 2025