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Ohio’s ‘wandering bears’ signal a possible comeback for the species Black bears could be making a comeback in Ohio after virtually disappearing in the mid-1800s. According to the Ohio Division of Wildlife, sightings have sharply increased since 2022. More than 1,500 sightings have been reported, mostly in rural areas near West Virginia and Pennsylvania. In 2025, there were 537 sightings in 69 counties. Experts say the rise in sightings could be due to both more bears and more cameras capturing them. Most bears in Ohio are young males passing through, but there is evidence of reproducing females. Researchers have begun putting satellite GPS collars on bears to track their movements and are asking residents to continue reporting any sightings. 4 grizzly bears linked by DNA to deadly attack on mother and daughter in Canada VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Canadian wildlife officials say four grizzly bears captured in western Canada were responsible for killing a mother and her adult daughter earlier this month in what investigators believe was a rare predatory attack. A British Columbia Conservation Office says DNA tests conclusively linked a female grizzly and her three yearling cubs to the deaths of Jenny Balcarras, 48, and her 20-year-old daughter Selah Reed. British Columbia Conservation Officer Service Jeff Tyre says the bears were not involved in a separate grizzly attack last November on a group of about 20 elementary school students and teachers in the same area. NYC sightseeing helicopter makes emergency landing after reporting possible engine trouble BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) — A New York City sightseeing helicopter on a maintenance flight has made an emergency landing at a New Jersey cargo port after the pilot reported possible engine trouble. The Federal Aviation Administration says two people were on board the Bell 206L-4 helicopter when it came down on a road at the Port Jersey Marine Terminal in Bayonne, across the Hudson River from Manhattan, at around 8:55 a.m. Tuesday. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey says no injuries were reported. Messages seeking comment were left for the helicopter’s operator, FlyNYON. At least 12 people killed and dozens hurt in crashes on a foggy Bulgarian motorway, minister says SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Thick fog on a motorway in eastern Bulgaria has caused two major crashes, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more. Health Minister Katya Ivkova says the accidents happened Tuesday on the road linking Sofia with the Black Sea port of Burgas. The crashes involved 86 vehicles, including many heavy trucks, and forced the road's closure in both directions. Police have launched an investigation, citing reduced visibility, wet road surfaces, and unsuitable speeds as initial causes. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen adjusted her schedule after Prime Minister Rumen Radev left her to head to the scene. British comedian and children's author David Walliams accused of sexual misconduct LONDON (AP) — British children's author and comedian David Walliams is facing allegations of using his fame to groom girls and young women for sex. An investigation by ITV News and the Guardian revealed multiple accusations, including one of sexual assault of a 15-year-old. Walliams has denied the claims, stating, “I am not a sexual predator.” He unsuccessfully sought a court injunction to prevent publication, citing mental health concerns. The case raises questions about public figures' privacy rights and media reporting. HarperCollins decided last year not to publish new titles by Walliams, who has sold over 60 million copies worldwide. More from this section Young Black men in Philly are more likely to be pulled over if driving with friends, study shows After midterm rout, Republicans can still confirm a Supreme Court justice, but at what cost? What happens after a midterm tsunami? Lessons from 1974 and 1994 Anthropic seeks valuation of about $1.3 trillion when it becomes a publicly traded company Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic is looking for an approximately $1.3 trillion valuation in its initial public offering. The company behind the Claude chatbot said in a regulatory filing on Tuesday that it will sell 825 million shares priced between $70 and $78 a share. That would give Anthropic the ability to raise more than $61 billion, if the IPO is priced at the midpoint. The San Francisco company is anticipated to make its Wall Street debut this month. Judge dismisses case from Dolly Parton's manager alleging her nephew threatened her estate A Tennessee judge has dismissed a case involving Dolly Parton’s longtime manager and her nephew. The manager, Danny Nozell, initially sought an injunction against Bryan Seaver, Parton's nephew and head of security, alleging he threatened her estate and its employees. Nozell requested the dismissal after reaching an agreement with Seaver. The order allows the case to be filed again if needed. Seaver's lawyers state he deeply cares about Parton’s legacy. The dismissal ends a public rift that began while Parton was ill and continued after her death in August. Details about the agreement remain undisclosed. 'The End of Everything’ by M. John Harrison wins the 2026 Booker Prize for fiction LONDON (AP) — British science fiction writer M. John Harrison has won the prestigious Booker Prize for his novel "The End of Everything." The book, set on England’s Channel coast in the near future, explores themes of catastrophe and apocalypse. It centers on a beachcomber who discovers a mysterious artifact after society is shattered by an unspecified calamity. The judges praised the novel for its ambition and expert writing, noting its reflection of current political anxieties. Harrison, 81, is the oldest winner of the Booker Prize, which is open to English-language novels published in the U.K. and Ireland. 'Godzilla Minus Zero' stomps to a record-setting $31.6 debut, clobbering 'The Cat in the Hat' NEW YORK (AP) — “Godzilla Minus Zero” stomped into movie theaters with a chart-topping $31.6 million over the weekend, scoring a record debut for a foreign-language film at the North American box office. Takashi Yamazaki‘s “Godzilla Minus One” sequel easily thrashed Warner Bros.' animated “The Cat in the Hat.” That film, featuring the voice of Bill Hader, opened with $20.5 million. Third place went to Angel Studios’ “Drummer Boy,” with $9.3 million on its opening weekend. The Oscar-contending “Wild Horse Nine” notched Martin McDonagh's best opening weekend, with $6 million. The weekend also saw the widest North American release for an Indian film. The Hindi epic “Ramayana: Rise of a Legend” launched with $12.2 million domestically and $32 million in India. Mike Tirico will miss NBC's Sunday night game in Chicago because of health issue CHICAGO (AP) — NBC broadcaster Mike Tirico will miss Sunday night’s game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Chicago Bears because of a health issue. “Unfortunately, I will have to miss tonight’s game in Chicago due to a health issue,” Tirico said in a statement released by NBC. “I look forward to watching tonight and can’t wait to be back with Cris (Collinsworth), Melissa (Stark) and the rest of our SNF team next Sunday night in Cincinnati.” Noah Eagle will replace Tirico in the booth.