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TOKYO (AP) — Japan adopted a new five-year ocean policy on Friday that calls for stronger maritime security, including bolstering its coast guard's capability and cooperation with the military as China grows increasingly assertive in regional seas.

NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon on Thursday reported stronger-than-expected revenue and profits for the first quarter, sending its stocks higher in after-hours trading.

NEW YORK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced pointed questions about his government's cuts to foreign aid spending Thursday at a star-spangled conference meant to showcase his credentials as an international agent of change.

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province will establish bail compliance teams in an effort to tackle violent crime. The province is investing $112 million to create dedicated teams in police forces across the province.

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Jerry Apodaca, a Democrat who became New Mexico's first Hispanic governor in 54 years when he took office in 1975, has died. He was 88.

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is opening higher after Meta Platforms became the latest Big Tech stock to report fatter profits than expected for the start of the year. The S&P 500 was 0.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government’s report Thursday that the economy grew at a 1.1% annual rate last quarter signaled that one of the most-anticipated recessions in recent U.S. history has yet to arrive.

NEW YORK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed to the U.S., hoping to capitalize on last month's well-received presidential visit as he pitches New York's movers and shakers on the virtues of Canada as a trade and investment partner.

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. April 23, 2023. Editorial: Finally, some progress Robin Vos’ announcement last week that Republican legislators are working on some sort of medical marijuana bill was welcome news.

DETROIT (AP) — Another automaker is trying to cut its workforce to trim expenses and stay competitive as the industry makes the long and costly transition to electric vehicles.