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SEATTLE (AP) — The world's largest hornet, an invasive breed dubbed the “murder hornet” for its dangerous sting and ability to slaughter a honey bee hive in a matter of hours, has been declared eradicated in the U.S.

The Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte is reeling from Cyclone Chido , the most intense storm to hit the French territory in 90 years.

HELENA, Mont.

TORONTO — Ingrid Menezes gestures toward herself as she takes in the sight of an African wilderness. "Come on zebra, come," she says as she starts to pet the air above her lap.

HALIFAX — Indigenous elver fishers who once were at odds with federal fisheries officers say they're hopeful that a new plan to provide them quotas this season will create more peace on the water.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted two requests from California to enforce strict standards for vehicle emissions, including a rule aimed at banning sales of new gasoline-powered cars in the state by 2035.

VANCOUVER — Metro Vancouver's projected population growth is accelerating, with an average of 50,000 new residents expected per year.

TORONTO — Ontario is warning dog owners in Windsor about a viral outbreak that has left more than a dozen pets dead.

Two endangered whales have been spotted entangled in fishing gear off Massachusetts, and one is likely to die from its injuries, the federal government said.

The Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte is reeling from Cyclone Chido , the most intense storm to hit the French territory in 90 years.