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The fires first began Tuesday and have spread since, leaving at least 36 people dead, hundreds of structures burned and thousands without power.

An Ecuadorian presidential candidate known for speaking up against corruption has been shot and killed at a political rally in Quito. (August 10) (AP video/Cesar Olmos)

Hawaii wildfires fanned by winds from Hurricane Dora have forced evacuations on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

Here are the top stories for Wednesday, August 9th: At least six dead in Maui wildfire; Biden talks up Bidenomics in New Mexico speech; Blast in Russia boosts jitters over Ukrainian drone attacks; Winning Mega Millions ticket sold at Florida grocery st…

Abortion wasn’t technically on the ballot in Ohio’s special election. But the overwhelming defeat of a measure that would have made it tougher to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution is the latest indicator that the issue remains a powerf…

Russian cosmonauts venture outside the International Space Station to attach debris shields to the Rassvet module.

South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott has launched his presidential campaign offering an optimistic and compassionate message he’s hoping can serve as a contrast with the political combativeness that has dominated the early GOP primary field. (Aug. 9)
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DeSantis named Andrew Bain, an Orange County judge, to serve as state attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit in Monique Worrell’s absence.

Ohio voters rejected Issue 1, which would have made it harder to add amendments, like abortion access, to the state constitution.

Iran’s foreign minister says his country is ready to swap prisoners with the United States. (Aug. 8) (AP video: Mohsen Ganji)