US strikes Iran over latest ship attack and Tehran responds by hitting Arab states
The United States attacked Iran early Sunday over an Iranian strike on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left one crew member missing.17 days ago
Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close Trump ally, dies after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says
Sen. Lindsey Graham, who traveled the globe to advocate for a more aggressive U.S. foreign policy, has died after a “brief and sudden illness,” his office said. He was 71.17 days ago
Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool again
Crews are again draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.18 days ago
Average 30-year US mortgage rate rises to 6.49%, pushing up homebuyers’ borrowing costs
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate drew closer this week to 6.5%, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.20 days ago
US and Iran exchange more attacks across the Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal
The US launched new airstrikes against Iran Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting U.S.-allied Mideast countries in an exchange of fire that threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East.20 days ago
Idaho mother who said her toddler twins died after vaccinations charged with murder
An Idaho woman who said her toddler twins died last year after receiving vaccinations faces murder charges connected to their deaths, authorities said.20 days ago
Manhattan high-rise deemed stable after columns buckled, and some evacuations are lifted
An under-construction Manhattan high-rise at risk of collapse was stabilized late Tuesday and some evacuations of nearby buildings were lifted.21 days ago
US carries out another round of strikes on Iran after Trump says ceasefire is over
President Donald Trump warned Iran that the U.S. was preparing for another night of strikes, just hours after he said the ceasefire was over following Iranian attacks on American military sites in the Gulf.21 days ago
US launches new strikes against Iranian targets
The U.S. military launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman.21 days ago
McConnell speaks to Republican leaders, aides say, as speculation swirls about his health, hospitalization
The Senate's top two Republicans said they have spoken to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as McConnell remains hospitalized three weeks after he was admitted for undisclosed health issues.22 days ago
Platner should drop out of Maine’s US Senate race after sexual assault allegation, Sanders says
Sen. Bernie Sanders has pulled his support for Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner as party leaders scramble to determine the next steps.22 days ago
Argentina rallies to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarterfinals
Enzo Fernandez scored in stoppage time to give Argentina an incredible 3-2 win over Egypt and a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday.22 days ago
IOC ending neutral status vetting for Russian athletes ahead of 2028 LA Olympics
The IOC advised Olympic sports bodies Tuesday to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.22 days ago
Three tankers hit in the Strait of Hormuz as US revokes license authorizing sale of Iranian oil
Three tankers were struck by projectiles Tuesday in the Strait of Hormuz, the British military said, in the latest attacks targeting vessels moving through the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf.22 days ago
AP-NORC poll: About 3 in 10 US adults believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians
An AP-NORC poll found a dramatic erosion of support for longtime U.S. ally, Israel, with rising opposition from Democrats and signs of division among Republicans22 days ago
Manhattan high-rise is still unstable after columns buckle, forcing evacuations
Evacuations were ordered Tuesday around a Midtown Manhattan high-rise under construction after reports of falling bricks and buckling columns.22 days ago
Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension
Soccer leaders questioned the World Cup's integrity on a chaotic and unprecedented day in the event's modern history Monday.22 days ago
CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start
Health officials are encouraging people to use bug spray and mosquito-control efforts as West Nile virus season is off to its earliest and worst start in over two decades.23 days ago
A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared
Doctors and others are sounding an alarm: More U.S. children have been drowning in recent years.23 days ago
Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
The Hamas militant group said Monday it had dissolved its government in Gaza and is preparing to transfer power to a technical committee backed by the United Nations23 days ago
Maine couple spots a bear chasing a moose calf and helps it escape
A Maine couple heading out for a day of fishing happened upon a scene fit for a nature documentary: A moose calf running for its life with a large black bear in pursuit.26 days ago
ICE arrests 10,000 in 5 days, a sharp late-June surge in Trump’s deportation push
ICE arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking a major push in the Trump administration's mass deportations agenda.26 days ago
Madison Square Garden is abuzz with eager Swifties ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding
Scores of Taylor Swift fans and and other passersby braved the New York City heat Thursday to satiate their curiosity about what many are calling the wedding of the century.27 days ago
