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Look of the Week: Michelle Obama honors her late mother in a custom-made skirt

Look of the Week: Michelle Obama honors her late mother in a custom-made skirt

Look of the Week: Michelle Obama honors her late mother in a custom-made skirt
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Ann Patchett’s next accolade: A peace prize rooted in the Dayton Accords legacy

Ann Patchett has received the Ambassador Richard C

Ann Patchett’s next accolade: A peace prize rooted in the Dayton Accords legacy
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AT&T names Jennifer Biry as CFO from 2027, Desroches to retire

Telecom provider AT&T said on Tuesday Pascal Desroches will retire as CFO at the end of 2026 and that Jennifer Biry would succeed him.

AT&T names Jennifer Biry as CFO from 2027, Desroches to retire
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A chilling Romanian exhibition replays videotaped secret police interrogations from 1989

An exhibition in Romania’s capital highlights the harsh reality of interrogations by the country's communist-era secret police

A chilling Romanian exhibition replays videotaped secret police interrogations from 1989
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World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo looks to make history by becoming the first player to score a goal in six World Cups when Portugal meets Congo on Wednesday

World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup
Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Far from the World Cup, a girls team tries to revive soccer dreams for war-ravaged Sudan

Sudan's women's national soccer team has made its first international appearance since civil war erupted in the country

Far from the World Cup, a girls team tries to revive soccer dreams for war-ravaged Sudan
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Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener

Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick and moved into a tie for first on the tournament's career scoring list in a brilliant performance against Algeria on Tuesday night

Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener
Americas|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|US|World

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Some Argentina fans shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to follow the World Cup defending champions around the U.S. One group made a 20-hour drive to Tuesday’s opening match in Kansas City against Algeria, living on sandwiches, to save money

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment

Rapper Mystikal sentenced to 20 years in Louisiana rape case

The rapper Mystikal will serve 20 years in prison for raping a woman at his Louisiana home in 2022

Rapper Mystikal sentenced to 20 years in Louisiana rape case
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Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot
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Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians

Cooper Pratt has reached the major leagues 2 ½ months after the Milwaukee Brewers signed the shortstop prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract

Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
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Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push

Vozinha gasped and laughed in shock when shown the number of new Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in his team’s World Cup debut

Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push
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A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say

Police in Chicago say a person is in custody in an investigation of a large cross set on fire in a well-known park

A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say
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Tourists go viral embracing American culture during World Cup

German Football YouTuber Fiago joins The Lead.

Tourists go viral embracing American culture during World Cup
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Knicks’ Game 5 victory set an NBA ratings record dating back to the 1990s

Knicks’ Game 5 victory set an NBA ratings record dating back to the 1990s

Knicks’ Game 5 victory set an NBA ratings record dating back to the 1990s
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Interview|US|World

JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans

Vice President JD Vance is promoting his new book, but that wasn’t the main focus when he went on ABC’s “The View” to plug his memoir on faith

JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans
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Skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash found thrills and peace through jumping

Friends and family are remembering the skydivers killed in a Missouri plane crash for their love of life and the thrills and peace jumping gave them

Skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash found thrills and peace through jumping
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Shop offers free ice cream to kids who can recite the Pledge of Allegiance

Shop offers free ice cream to kids who can recite the Pledge of Allegiance

Shop offers free ice cream to kids who can recite the Pledge of Allegiance
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CNA's 30+ years of care inspires amid nursing shortage

CNA's 30+ years of care inspires amid nursing shortage

CNA's 30+ years of care inspires amid nursing shortage
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Luigi Mangione due in court on Wednesday in CEO murder case 

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down a health insurance executive on a Manhattan sidewalk, is due for a hearing in state court on Wednesday ahead

Luigi Mangione due in court on Wednesday in CEO murder case 
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John Tortorella not returning as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights

John Tortorella won't return as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights after guiding them to the Stanley Cup Final on an interim basis

John Tortorella not returning as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights
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Florida girl honors her mom and wins county contest

Florida girl honors her mom and wins county contest

Florida girl honors her mom and wins county contest
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Tom Holland appears to confirm he and Zendaya are married

Tom Holland has apparently confirmed that he and Zendaya have tied the knot

Tom Holland appears to confirm he and Zendaya are married
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Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon with a combined age of 90

Serena and Venus Williams are bringing their doubles partnership back at Wimbledon

Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon with a combined age of 90
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JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’
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B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8

Limited tracking data shows that the B-52 involved in a deadly crash during a test flight at an Air Force base in California made a sharp right and then nearly completed a 180-degree turn before plunging to the ground at nearly a mile a minute

B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
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Snap CEO Spiegel defends Specs as long-term bet, pushes back against activist pressure

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel told Reuters the company's new Specs augmented-reality glasses are part of its long-term strategy, pushing back on activist

Snap CEO Spiegel defends Specs as long-term bet, pushes back against activist pressure
Business|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Rudy's Bar-B-Q job helping 88-year-old man stay young and active

Rudy's Bar-B-Q job helping 88-year-old man stay young and active

Rudy's Bar-B-Q job helping 88-year-old man stay young and active
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Arizona family has double the joy, as two sisters give birth hours apart at same hospital

Arizona family has double the joy, as two sisters give birth hours apart at same hospital

Arizona family has double the joy, as two sisters give birth hours apart at same hospital
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Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws

Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws

Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws
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'I felt like a weirdo' | He didn't think he'd graduate high school. Art helped him get to college

'I felt like a weirdo' | He didn't think he'd graduate high school. Art helped him get to college

'I felt like a weirdo' | He didn't think he'd graduate high school. Art helped him get to college
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Author Amy Griffin sues woman who alleged she stole her stories of sexual abuse in memoir 'The Tell'

Author Amy Griffin has sued a former classmate for defamation

Author Amy Griffin sues woman who alleged she stole her stories of sexual abuse in memoir 'The Tell'
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire
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Teens get prom they thought was lost after threat canceled original dance

Teens get prom they thought was lost after threat canceled original dance

Teens get prom they thought was lost after threat canceled original dance
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

'Everybody on that plane was somebody that I know': Skydiver remembers plane crash victims

'Everybody on that plane was somebody that I know': Skydiver remembers plane crash victims

'Everybody on that plane was somebody that I know': Skydiver remembers plane crash victims
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Omaha soap box derby carries on 88-year-old tradition; teaches kids life lessons

Omaha soap box derby carries on 88-year-old tradition; teaches kids life lessons

Omaha soap box derby carries on 88-year-old tradition; teaches kids life lessons
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Jelly Roll files for divorce after 10-year marriage, citing irreconcilable differences

Country music star Jelly Roll has filed for divorce from his wife of 10 years

Jelly Roll files for divorce after 10-year marriage, citing irreconcilable differences
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McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier events

Now that LIV Golf is flailing and the sport has pulled itself out of what once felt like a day-to-day crisis cycle, Rory McIlroy sees the future — and the past — a little differently

McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier events
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Sean Penn to direct Warner Bros. movie about a police officer at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Sean Penn will direct a movie about a police officer who was at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot in 2021, Warner Bros

Sean Penn to direct Warner Bros. movie about a police officer at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot
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Paris Hilton returns to Utah 'troubled teen' facility to support others who allege mistreatment

Paris Hilton has returned to the Utah boarding school where she said she was abused as a teenager

Paris Hilton returns to Utah 'troubled teen' facility to support others who allege mistreatment
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Tennis-Serena to reignite Venus partnership after receiving Wimbledon doubles wildcard

American great Serena Williams will return to Wimbledon with her sister Venus following a four-year absence after the All England Club gave the pair a doubles wildcard on

Tennis-Serena to reignite Venus partnership after receiving Wimbledon doubles wildcard
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McDonald's is serving fried apple pie again for America's 250th birthday

McDonald’s is frying up some apple pies to honor America’s 250th birthday

McDonald's is serving fried apple pie again for America's 250th birthday
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How can Jelly Roll be getting divorced?

How can Jelly Roll be getting divorced?

How can Jelly Roll be getting divorced?
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

This Sweden defender at the World Cup isn't your typical soccer player: He's a baron!

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the soccer royalty gracing the World Cup in north America but there's real-life aristocracy in Sweden’s squad

This Sweden defender at the World Cup isn't your typical soccer player: He's a baron!
Entertainment|Sports|World

A star-laden Tuesday at the World Cup

A star-laden Tuesday at the World Cup

A star-laden Tuesday at the World Cup
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Travel

Monumental cave art on Paris' oldest bridge finally opens, as the public steps and sniffs inside

French street artist JR has transformed Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, into an artificial cavern

Monumental cave art on Paris' oldest bridge finally opens, as the public steps and sniffs inside
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Uffizi Gallery unveils new arrangement for Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera'

The Uffizi Gallery has repositioned Sandro Botticelli’s masterpieces “The Birth of Venus” and “Primavera.”

Uffizi Gallery unveils new arrangement for Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera'
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Luke's 'Empire' lightsaber, 'Wizard of Oz' witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auction

A Luke Skywalker lightsaber from “The Empire Strikes Back” is expected to fetch at least $1 million at an upcoming auction

Luke's 'Empire' lightsaber, 'Wizard of Oz' witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auction
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‘Obsession’ is a sensation. Everyone, including Curry Barker, is trying to figure out what it means

Over the last month, “Obsession” has sent shock waves through Hollywood

‘Obsession’ is a sensation. Everyone, including Curry Barker, is trying to figure out what it means
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The Grammys add 5 new categories and announce changes to best new artist

The Recording Academy has announced changes for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including five new categories

The Grammys add 5 new categories and announce changes to best new artist
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From YouTube to Hollywood: Digital creators are remaking the movie business

Some of the most promising young filmmakers in the movie business are arriving in Hollywood already experts at entertaining audiences and going viral

From YouTube to Hollywood: Digital creators are remaking the movie business
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

After a long childhood cancer journey, this family is embracing life – and dancing

After a long childhood cancer journey, this family is embracing life – and dancing

After a long childhood cancer journey, this family is embracing life – and dancing
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'Task' master Brad Ingelsby put Ruffalo's redemption at center of HBO series from the start

The HBO show “Task” features tense standoffs and dramatic moments, but its most powerful scene may be Mark Ruffalo reading a victim impact statement in court

'Task' master Brad Ingelsby put Ruffalo's redemption at center of HBO series from the start
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

A new Ishiguro novel heads to 1930s England, with spies, music and wit

Kazuo Ishiguro's next novel, “Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger,” is set in 1930s England

A new Ishiguro novel heads to 1930s England, with spies, music and wit
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Health

Singer Bonnie Tyler out of coma but in intensive care after emergency surgery

Singer Bonnie Tyler is no longer in a coma but remains in intensive care after being hospitalized

Singer Bonnie Tyler out of coma but in intensive care after emergency surgery
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Naomi Campbell tells tribunal she was 'deceived' as she appeals charity trustee ban

Naomi Campbell has appeared in a London court, seeking to overturn a ban on her being a charity trustee in England and Wales

Naomi Campbell tells tribunal she was 'deceived' as she appeals charity trustee ban
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

‘Fallout’ producer lauds tax breaks for luring show to Hollywood

As guests milled around a cavernous sound-stage that houses one of the sets from the

‘Fallout’ producer lauds tax breaks for luring show to Hollywood
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'Paddington' stage musical to pack its marmalade sandwiches and travel to Broadway

Paddington Bear is heading to Broadway with “Paddington The Musical” set to play at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March

'Paddington' stage musical to pack its marmalade sandwiches and travel to Broadway
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Steve Harvey: God’s blessings come with a duty to give back

Steve Harvey believes his success as an entertainer and author is a blessing from God, tied to his philanthropy

Steve Harvey: God’s blessings come with a duty to give back
Arts|Entertainment|Interview

Christopher Jackson to reprise his Tony-nominated role as George Washington in 'Hamilton'

Christopher Jackson is returning to his role as George Washington in he Broadway hit “Hamilton.”

Christopher Jackson to reprise his Tony-nominated role as George Washington in 'Hamilton'
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A Jenna Bush Hager imprint release is now in Oprah's book club

Oprah Winfrey has selected Sophie Chen Keller's novel “Little Wonder” for her book club

A Jenna Bush Hager imprint release is now in Oprah's book club
Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

As Iran chases the World Cup, its US diaspora is divided between protesting and cheering

Iranian American demonstrators amassed outside Iran’s first World Cup match, waving the pre-revolutionary lion-and-sun flags banned inside the stadium and calling for change in Tehran

As Iran chases the World Cup, its US diaspora is divided between protesting and cheering
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Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for the cycle as the Cubs walk off the Rockies, 5-4

Pete Crow-Armstrong became the first major league player to hit for the cycle this season as the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies

Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for the cycle as the Cubs walk off the Rockies, 5-4
Crime|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|US

Utah canyon BASE jump kills 2, including daredevil athlete who performed with Madonna

Authorities say two people are dead after a BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon

Utah canyon BASE jump kills 2, including daredevil athlete who performed with Madonna
Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Norway embraces Viking theme for World Cup return and provokes some debate

Norway is leaning into the country’s Viking heritage as its star-studded men’s team containing Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard heads into a first World Cup in 28 years

Norway embraces Viking theme for World Cup return and provokes some debate
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Some of the 11 skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers

Several of the skydivers who were killed when their plane crashed moments after taking off from a Missouri airfield were experienced jumpers

Some of the 11 skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Teen pleads not guilty to hate crime in killing of O’Shae Sibley, who was stabbed while dancing at a Brooklyn gas station

Teen pleads not guilty to hate crime in killing of O’Shae Sibley, who was stabbed while dancing at a Brooklyn gas station

Teen pleads not guilty to hate crime in killing of O’Shae Sibley, who was stabbed while dancing at a Brooklyn gas station
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

What we misunderstand about absent fathers

As a new father, a scholar used his research on absentee fatherhood to reimagine his own childhood without his dad.

What we misunderstand about absent fathers
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Florida sues TikTok, claiming it violates state child safety law

Florida's attorney general sued TikTok on Monday over claims it is violating the state's law barring social media platforms from allowing children under age 14

Florida sues TikTok, claiming it violates state child safety law
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Technology

Fox strikes $22 billion deal for Roku to fuel streaming push

Fox Corp is buying Roku in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $22 billion, marking a significant bet for

Fox strikes $22 billion deal for Roku to fuel streaming push
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|World

South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim dies in Germany at age 91 after a brief illness

Family members say renowned South African jazz musician Abdullah Ibrahim has died at age 91

South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim dies in Germany at age 91 after a brief illness
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Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach

The Chicago Bulls have hired Tiago Splitter as coach after the former NBA center served as the interim coach for the Portland Trail Blazers this season

Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach
Crime|Entertainment|Food

Protesters gather outside Angelini's Ristorante after owner's controversial video

Protesters gather outside Angelini's Ristorante after owner's controversial video

Protesters gather outside Angelini's Ristorante after owner's controversial video
Entertainment|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Model railroad club keeps history on track at century-old hotel museum in Tennessee

Model railroad club keeps history on track at century-old hotel museum in Tennessee

Model railroad club keeps history on track at century-old hotel museum in Tennessee
Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump says July 4 National Mall celebration will double as a 'Trump rally'

U.S.

Trump says July 4 National Mall celebration will double as a 'Trump rally'
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Officials in Brazil investigate helicopter crash that killed 6

Officials in Brazil were inspecting the site of a Sunday's fatal helicopter crash

Officials in Brazil investigate helicopter crash that killed 6
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Woman accused of feeding neighbor’s cat to dogs

Woman accused of feeding neighbor’s cat to dogs

Woman accused of feeding neighbor’s cat to dogs
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it
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New York Liberty are back in the Commissioner's Cup final, with a familiar Finals pattern

The New York Liberty have made the Commissioner’s Cup championship twice before and each time the team also made the WNBA Finals

New York Liberty are back in the Commissioner's Cup final, with a familiar Finals pattern
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|US

'It was like something out of a horror movie': Fire destroys multiple homes, business in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

'It was like something out of a horror movie': Fire destroys multiple homes, business in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

'It was like something out of a horror movie': Fire destroys multiple homes, business in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
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Don't expect a repeat. UFC boss Dana White says 'never again' to another White House fight night

UFC CEO Dana White called fight night at the White House a smashing success

Don't expect a repeat. UFC boss Dana White says 'never again' to another White House fight night
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Knicks' long-awaited championship brings 'camaraderie and craziness' to NYC. Fans hope it continues

The Knicks have ended their 53-year NBA championship drought, sparking citywide celebrations in New York

Knicks' long-awaited championship brings 'camaraderie and craziness' to NYC. Fans hope it continues
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live

As World Cup teams establish training bases across the United States, communities far from the tournament’s host cities are embracing the international spotlight

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle

A rare first edition of 'Wuthering Heights' complete with spelling mistakes is up for auction

A rare first-edition copy of Emily Brontë’s novel "Wuthering Heights" is up for auction for the first time in over a century

A rare first edition of 'Wuthering Heights' complete with spelling mistakes is up for auction
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Severe storms devastate Omaha Art Fair, leaving artists with major losses

Severe storms devastate Omaha Art Fair, leaving artists with major losses

Severe storms devastate Omaha Art Fair, leaving artists with major losses
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances

It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team

Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Community honors Ally Hill: Mother of 2, Skyline employee killed at work

Community honors Ally Hill: Mother of 2, Skyline employee killed at work

Community honors Ally Hill: Mother of 2, Skyline employee killed at work
Entertainment|Lifestyle

JD Vance writes of journey to Catholicism in 'Communion,' his first book since 'Hillbilly Elegy'

Vice President JD Vance writes about his religious journey in a new book, "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith."

JD Vance writes of journey to Catholicism in 'Communion,' his first book since 'Hillbilly Elegy'
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House

President Donald Trump has celebrated turning 80 by announcing a preliminary agreement to end the war and a UFC cage-fighting event on the White House lawn

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House
Business|Entertainment|Technology

Fox to buy streaming pioneer Roku in a $22 billion deal

Fox Corp. is buying streaming platform Roku in a cash-and-stock deal valued at approximately $22 billion

Fox to buy streaming pioneer Roku in a $22 billion deal
Education|Entertainment|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court turns away free speech claim by anti-abortion student

The U.S.

US Supreme Court turns away free speech claim by anti-abortion student
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Netflix expands iHeartMedia partnership, adds Kate Hudson, Martha Stewart podcast shows

Netflix is adding several new podcast shows to its content library, including ones by Hollywood star Kate Hudson and celebrity lifestyle guru Martha Stewart, deepening its video

Netflix expands iHeartMedia partnership, adds Kate Hudson, Martha Stewart podcast shows
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Trial begins for man accused of raping, killing 93-year-old woman in Orlando

Trial begins for man accused of raping, killing 93-year-old woman in Orlando

Trial begins for man accused of raping, killing 93-year-old woman in Orlando
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Man threatens teens with knives over go-kart noise, deputies say

Man threatens teens with knives over go-kart noise, deputies say

Man threatens teens with knives over go-kart noise, deputies say
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Technology

UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain will ban children under 16 from using social media apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube from early next year

UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle

Woman's $2 bet during work break leads to $572K Kentucky Lottery jackpot win

Woman's $2 bet during work break leads to $572K Kentucky Lottery jackpot win

Woman's $2 bet during work break leads to $572K Kentucky Lottery jackpot win
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Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally
Entertainment|Sports

Braden Montgomery's big debut part of a week that left the White Sox atop the AL Central

The Chicago White Sox have been one of baseball’s most pleasant surprises this season

Braden Montgomery's big debut part of a week that left the White Sox atop the AL Central
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Tortorella makes a case to stay after leading Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final

Golden Knights management already made one major coaching decision

Tortorella makes a case to stay after leading Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final
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Xenophobic attacks are hurting South Africa's image abroad, says minister

A surge in attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa is damaging the country's global image and fuelling a backlash against businesses and artists

Xenophobic attacks are hurting South Africa's image abroad, says minister
Entertainment|Sports

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title
Arts|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force
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Teen DJ turns classroom assignment into thriving business

Teen DJ turns classroom assignment into thriving business

Teen DJ turns classroom assignment into thriving business
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Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion

Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion

Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion
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Aurora police hope cold case podcast could help solve murder of Chelsea Yasser

Aurora police hope cold case podcast could help solve murder of Chelsea Yasser

Aurora police hope cold case podcast could help solve murder of Chelsea Yasser
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Aurora firefighters rescue kittens trapped inside burning home

Aurora firefighters rescue kittens trapped inside burning home

Aurora firefighters rescue kittens trapped inside burning home
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Pacifica business owners turn negative rating into a positive initiative

Pacifica business owners turn negative rating into a positive initiative

Pacifica business owners turn negative rating into a positive initiative
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Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"

Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"

Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"
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Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy

Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy

Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy
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Stepson of Norway's crown prince given four years' prison for rape

The stepson of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon was found guilty on Monday of rape and domestic violence and sentenced to four years in prison

Stepson of Norway's crown prince given four years' prison for rape
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The Latest: Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight at the White House

President Donald Trump has confirmed a deal to end the war with Iran and allow oil traffic to begin again through the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight at the White House
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'Ponies' merges comedy with a gritty spy story in TV dramedy

The Peacock series “Ponies” starring Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson blends comedy and drama as widows of CIA operatives become intelligence assets in the 1970s Soviet Union

'Ponies' merges comedy with a gritty spy story in TV dramedy
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Starbucks Korea to give staff history training after backlash over marketing campaign

Starbucks Korea will shut all stores in the country at 3 p.m. on June 22 for staff training on historical awareness and social sensitivity, the operator Shinsegae Group said

Starbucks Korea to give staff history training after backlash over marketing campaign
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UFC brings its trademark mayhem to the White House as President Trump celebrates 80th birthday

Donald Trump hosted a UFC event on the White House Lawn for his 80th birthday

UFC brings its trademark mayhem to the White House as President Trump celebrates 80th birthday
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Once a journeyman, Brandon Bussi backstops the Hurricanes to the Stanley Cup championship

Rod Brind'Amour praised Brandon Bussi before the Stanley Cup Final, relieved the Carolina Hurricanes hadn't needed their backup goalie

Once a journeyman, Brandon Bussi backstops the Hurricanes to the Stanley Cup championship
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Puerto Rican Day Parade marches through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors

New Yorkers who weren’t partied out after the Knicks championship found another excuse to celebrate as the National Puerto Rican Day Parade marched through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors

Puerto Rican Day Parade marches through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors
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Logan Paul, Tkachuk brothers part of pre-fight festivities before a watch party on the Ellipse

Hockey stars Matthew and Brady Tkachuk were part of pre-fight festivities for UFC Freedom 250, the mixed martial arts event on the South Lawn of the White House on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday

Logan Paul, Tkachuk brothers part of pre-fight festivities before a watch party on the Ellipse
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NHL-Hurricanes beat Golden Knights to win second Stanley Cup title, Staal named playoff MVP

The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 on Sunday to win their second Stanley Cup championship and first since 2006.

NHL-Hurricanes beat Golden Knights to win second Stanley Cup title, Staal named playoff MVP
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Soccer-Scotland's Tartan Army switches sports for a day in Boston

Thousands of Scotland supporters who have descended on Boston for the World Cup took time off from football on Sunday to switch their focus to a different sport - baseball.

Soccer-Scotland's Tartan Army switches sports for a day in Boston
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Meet the new kids on the World Cup block

Meet the new kids on the World Cup block

Meet the new kids on the World Cup block
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Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game

Former Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the United States’ World Cup opener against Paraguay rather than his own nation’s game vs

Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game
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Kennedy Center exterior remains covered after Trump’s name is removed

Kennedy Center exterior remains covered after Trump’s name is removed

Kennedy Center exterior remains covered after Trump’s name is removed
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Rockies set club record for runs with 23-9 victory over A's in Las Vegas heat

Willi Castro had seven RBIs, Hunter Goodman got five hits and the Colorado Rockies set a franchise record for runs in a 23-9 victory over the Athletics on a 101-degree afternoon at Las Vegas Ballpark

Rockies set club record for runs with 23-9 victory over A's in Las Vegas heat
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Helicopter with singer Oliver Tree on passenger list collides with another in Brazil, killing 6

Two helicopters have collided over Rio de Janeiro, crashing in the city’s western zone and killing all six aboard

Helicopter with singer Oliver Tree on passenger list collides with another in Brazil, killing 6
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Golovkin and Tarver lead the class of 2026 into the International Boxing Hall of Fame

Gennadiy Golovkin was always more about big punches than big words

Golovkin and Tarver lead the class of 2026 into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
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One Extraordinary Photo: Raphinha, Hakimi and their shadows

Matt Slocum, a staff photographer for The Associated Press in Philadelphia, has been with the AP for over 20 years

One Extraordinary Photo: Raphinha, Hakimi and their shadows
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Denny Hamlin wins the NASCAR Cup race at Pocono for his third straight victory

Denny Hamlin is still planning to retire at the end of next season but won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway for his third consecutive victory

Denny Hamlin wins the NASCAR Cup race at Pocono for his third straight victory
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Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamation

Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and the directors of “Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model.”

Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamation
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A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship

A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship

A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship
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Swiss reject population cap in referendum, avoiding EU clash and cheering business

Switzerland on Sunday rejected a proposal to cap its population at 10 million as voters prioritised economic stability and

Swiss reject population cap in referendum, avoiding EU clash and cheering business
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14-year-old arrested for armed robbery of kids' lemonade stand in South Boston

14-year-old arrested for armed robbery of kids' lemonade stand in South Boston

14-year-old arrested for armed robbery of kids' lemonade stand in South Boston
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7 indicted in large Colorado drug trafficking investigation involving candy distribution

7 indicted in large Colorado drug trafficking investigation involving candy distribution

7 indicted in large Colorado drug trafficking investigation involving candy distribution
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Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas

Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas

Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas
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San Francisco museum exhibit highlights lowrider culture, draws in car enthusiasts

San Francisco museum exhibit highlights lowrider culture, draws in car enthusiasts

San Francisco museum exhibit highlights lowrider culture, draws in car enthusiasts
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Basketball-Chaos and confetti settle as New York City prepares Knicks celebration

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani had three words for his constituents early on Sunday after his beloved Knicks broke a 53-year-old NBA title drought: "

Basketball-Chaos and confetti settle as New York City prepares Knicks celebration
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After 53 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. And the wait sure seemed worth it

The New York Knicks have won the NBA championship for the first time since 1973, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games

After 53 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. And the wait sure seemed worth it
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Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens No. 1, while 'Obsession' sensation continues

Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day,” billed as his first popcorn movie in years, launched with $44 million in domestic theaters

Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens No. 1, while 'Obsession' sensation continues
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Mike Brown now has been part of 5 NBA championship runs. The Knicks got this one right

Mike Brown didn’t seem to be the New York Knicks’ first choice to take over as coach last spring, when the team fired Tom Thibodeau and was linked to at least a half-dozen other candidates who held various jobs around the NBA

Mike Brown now has been part of 5 NBA championship runs. The Knicks got this one right
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The NBA offseason begins, with lots of eyes on Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and more

And just like that, it’s next season in the NBA

The NBA offseason begins, with lots of eyes on Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and more
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How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party

How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party

How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party
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The NBA's Wemby era is clearly underway. But he's still waiting for his first NBA title

Victor Wembanyama had to watch the visiting team become champions, again

The NBA's Wemby era is clearly underway. But he's still waiting for his first NBA title
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Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years

It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, with exuberant celebrations marred by mayhem and violence, including a shooting in Times Square

Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
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Pickle is the pumpkin spice of summer

Pickle is the pumpkin spice of summer

Pickle is the pumpkin spice of summer
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Steven Spielberg’s career has been an alien crusade culminating in ‘Disclosure Day’

Steven Spielberg’s career has been an alien crusade culminating in ‘Disclosure Day’

Steven Spielberg’s career has been an alien crusade culminating in ‘Disclosure Day’
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Watch Sara Sidner and Harry Enten try pickle smoothies in honor of International Pickle Day

In honor of International Pickle Day, Sara Sidner and Harry Enten give their taste buds a zing with pickle smoothies.

Watch Sara Sidner and Harry Enten try pickle smoothies in honor of International Pickle Day
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NBA-Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday to claim their first NBA championship since 1973, putting the long-suffering franchise back

NBA-Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought