Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras’ sets box office record for concert movie
In its opening weekend, the pop singer’s concert film, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” raked in about $96 million in the box.3 years ago
Rescuers descended into a deep cave to rescue a trapped dog – then they found a bear
Firefighters encountered an unexpected challenge while rescuing a dog trapped in a Tennessee cave: A black bear was also there.3 years ago
How to protect your mental health while keeping tabs on the Israel-Hamas war
As the situation in Israel and Gaza continues to unfold, many people far from the conflict are nonetheless exposed to countless images, stories and sounds of conflict and this is taking a toll on all of us, including our children.3 years ago
FDA plans to propose ban on hair-straightening chemical products linked to health risks
The US Food and Drug Administration is planning to propose a ban on certain hair-straightening products, such as chemical relaxers and pressing products, that have been linked to health risks, according to an entry in the Unified Agenda.3 years ago
X illegally fired worker over return to office protest, US labor agency says
Elon Musk’s social media company, X (formerly known as Twitter), broke the law when it fired one of its employees for “exercising their right to protected concerted activity” following X’s return-to-office mandate, according to a complaint from the National Labor Relations Board.3 years ago
House GOP picks Jim Jordan as speaker nominee amid leadership crisis
There are already signs Jordan will encounter resistance as several lawmakers have said they would not vote for him.3 years ago
Israel calls on 1.1 million Gazans to evacuate south, an order UN warns is ‘impossible’
The entire population of Gaza is being told to move into the southern part of the strip – an order the UN has described as “impossible.”3 years ago
Union workers reach a tentative deal with Kaiser Permanente after the largest-ever US health care strike
The union had been seeking better pay and improved staffing levels at Kaiser hospitals and other facilities.3 years ago
Hamas militants trained for its deadly attack in plain sight and less than a mile from Israel’s heavily fortified border
In a December 2022 video, Hamas fighters can be seen flooding a training area, shooting rockets and capturing pretend prisoners as they surround mock Israeli buildings.3 years ago
Blinken pledges US will never falter from supporting Israel as he likens Hamas’ crimes to ISIS
Secretary of State Antony Blinken's statement comes as the US seeks to help secure the release of hostages, including American citizens.3 years ago
Concern over possible Israeli hostage videos, parents told to delete kids’ social media accounts
In one example, a Tel Aviv school’s parent’s association said it expects videos of hostages “begging for their lives” to surface on social media.3 years ago
House Republicans pick Steve Scalise as speaker nominee
It is not yet clear when the full House will hold the speaker vote, but it could take place as soon as Wednesday.3 years ago
A ‘Monk’ reunion movie is coming to Peacock
Tony Shalhoub will resume his titular role in “Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie,” which premieres on Dec. 8 on Peacock.3 years ago
Jury begins deliberations in trial of officers charged in Elijah McClain’s death
A jury began deliberations Tuesday in the trial of two Aurora, Colorado, police officers who arrested Elijah McClain, an unarmed 23-year-old man.3 years ago
US wholesale inflation heated up last month amid higher gas prices
Economists had projected an annual increase of 1.6% and a monthly uptick of 0.3%, according to Refinitiv consensus estimates.3 years ago
Israel bolsters troops at border with Gaza as Hamas hits Ashkelon with rocket barrage
It is anticipated that Israel will launch a major offensive into Gaza, although the full scale of the Israeli response remains unclear.3 years ago
Writers union ratifies its new contract with Hollywood and TV studios
Members of the WGA union ratified a new contract with Hollywood and television studios, the WGA said in a statement released Monday.3 years ago
Why your mortgage rate is probably different from the ‘average’
A home-buyer's mortgage rate depends on the financial attributes and risks that you present lenders as a borrower.3 years ago
Israeli defense minister orders ‘complete siege’ of Gaza, as conflict with Hamas enters third day
Israel on Sunday formally declared war on the Islamist militant group Hamas after its fighters launched an unprecedented attack.3 years ago
Pressure to fill House speaker vacancy builds as crisis unfolds in Israel
The House speakership drama enters a new week under increased urgency as Israel declared war on October 8.3 years ago
Blinken says US working to verify reports of several Americans dead and missing in Israel
Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer said Sunday that Americans are among the “scores” of hostages being held in Gaza.3 years ago
Walgreens walkout: Your pharmacy might be closed next week
Employees at Walgreens are planning a walkout sometime between Oct. 9-11.3 years ago
US is pushing Russia ‘toward using’ nuclear weapons by arming Ukraine, Belarus leader says
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko says the United States is pushing Russia toward the use of nuclear weapons by continuing to arm Ukraine.3 years ago
