Suspect arrested for attempting to drown two young children at Connecticut beach; officers saved children, who remain in intensive care.
Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" London debut featured a selfie with Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Travis Kelce.
Trump gave a speech to a pro-life group, supporting state-level abortion restrictions despite his past pro-choice stance. He praised his Supreme Court nominees who overturned Roe v. Wade and urged Christian voters to support him. He also discussed a hypothetical immigrant fighter league with UFC president Dana White.
Coast Guard ends search for missing teens in NYC beach after massive wave.
71-year-old Marissa Teijo becomes oldest Miss Texas USA contestant, highlighting inclusivity changes by Miss Universe organization despite recent controversies and resignations.
Callie Weems, a nurse and mother, was among three killed in an Arkansas grocery store shooting.
Extreme heat and aging infrastructure led to major disruptions on Amtrak and NJT, causing massive delays for commuters in the Northeast. The exact cause is being investigated but includes a circuit breaker failure and overhead wire issues. Commuter frustration is high, and experts warn that extreme heat will continue to strain infrastructure in the future.
A 17-year-old fashion design student from a low-ranked vocational school in China defeated AI and students from prestigious universities in a math contest.
Three Alabama men drowned Friday off Florida's Gulf Coast after getting caught in a rip current.
The Supreme Court's ruling on a law barring domestic abusers from possessing firearms was narrow and does not indicate a retreat from its conservative approach to gun rights. The court faces several pending cases that could further define its stance on the Second Amendment.
Two teens gone missing at Jacob Riis Park after getting caught in a possible riptide, despite rescue efforts.
A team of storm chasers successfully intercepted an EF4 tornado in Iowa, collecting valuable data that could improve tornado prediction systems and help design more resilient structures.
In Gaza, Israeli strikes kill 39, bringing total Palestinian deaths to 37,400 since October, while a strike in Lebanon kills a member of a Hamas-allied group. Israeli forces also killed an Israeli in the West Bank, an area where 549 Palestinians have died in clashes since October.
** Israeli shot dead in Palestinian town, airstrikes hit Gaza; violence flares in West Bank.
Zyn, a rapidly popular smokeless nicotine pouch, has been facing a shortage due to increased demand, leading to frustrated users and speculation about supply issues.
Two OB-GYN physicians, Kristin Lyerly and Kelly Morrison, are running for Congress to champion abortion rights, bringing their firsthand experiences and expertise to Capitol Hill.
American nutrition has improved slightly since 1999, but progress has stalled, with only 1.58% having an ideal diet. While there has been a decrease in poor diets, there has been little improvement in fruit and vegetable consumption. Disparities in diet quality persist based on income, education, race, and food insecurity. Experts recommend cooking at home, limiting sugary beverages, and choosing whole grains over refined ones to improve nutrition.
2024 Paris Olympics travel deals still available, despite significant investment and high occupancy.
US Olympic team will provide air conditioners for athletes at Paris Games despite organizers' sustainability efforts to cut carbon emissions.
In Gaza, Israeli forces shelled tent camps for displaced Palestinians near Rafah on Friday, killing 25 and injuring 50. This occurred outside a safe zone where displaced Palestinians had built camps. The Red Cross hospital was struck, causing many of the casualties. Israel's justification is that they targeted Hamas fighters while minimizing civilian casualties.
** US inspections of Mexican avocados and mangoes in Michoacan will resume gradually after being suspended due to an assault on inspectors.
US Airmen Hebert and Bettancourt seek conscientious objector status due to Israel conflict.
White House and Biden campaign respond to murder of 12-year-old girl by undocumented migrants, highlighting immigration as a key election issue.
Due to climate change, Greece is experiencing unprecedented heatwaves, marine heatwaves, and increased frequency of cyclones. Dry winds create favorable conditions for forest fires, and the country's extensive coastline makes it vulnerable to extreme weather events. Greece is a hotspot for climate change impacts in Europe, with rising temperatures, changing weather patterns, and a high frequency of forest fires.
Summarize: Wild Thang, a Pekingese with physical disabilities, has won the World's Ugliest Dog contest.
Grace & Stella's 59% off under-eye masks are popular with NBC staffers for their cooling, hydrating effects; made with hyaluronic acid to reduce puffiness and fine lines, suitable for sensitive skin with 4.3 stars on Amazon.
Grant Fisher became the first American track and field athlete to qualify for the Paris Olympics in the men's 10,000-meter race.
Despite efforts to clean up the River Seine, pollution levels remain high, making it unsafe for Olympic swimming events with just over a month to go before the games.
Trump plans to eliminate taxes on tips to gain support, but some labor groups criticize this as a "fake solution." They advocate for higher base wages and question employers' reliance on tips. Despite consumer support for higher wages, many states enforce a sub-minimum wage for tip earners. The upcoming election will determine the fate of tax cuts, including the corporate tax rate, which Republicans seek to maintain and Democrats propose to raise.
Japan has experienced record cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), caused by Group A strep bacteria. Similarly, the US also saw high infections in 2023. While the post-pandemic increase in infections may contribute, experts are still investigating why strep cases continue to surpass average levels, with factors such as bacterial evolution and viral associations being considered.
** California to implement regulations safeguarding indoor workers from excessive heat, mandating water, breaks, and cool areas when temperatures exceed 82°F, joining Oregon and Minnesota in such protections.
Montanans Securing Reproductive Rights submitted enough signatures to put Amendment CI-128, which enshrines abortion rights in the state's constitution, on the November 2024 ballot.
PA parents and 2 teens drown after getting caught in rip current, despite rescue efforts.
Federal appeals court deems unconstitutional a component of the Affordable Care Act granting a health task force authority to mandate insurance coverage for preventive health interventions, including PrEP for HIV prevention.
Obesity drug tirzepatide reduces sleep apnea severity, weight, and improves health measures in obese patients.
June's full moon, despite its name, will appear larger and potentially orange-amber due to its lower position in the sky, creating a moon illusion.
Nutritional counseling faces barriers of cost, time, and motivation, limiting patient access to registered dietitians despite their expertise in both nutrition and healthy eating behaviors.
US Senate leaders demand answers from anti-doping agency on drug use in Chinese swimmers and measures to ensure fair play in the 2024 Olympics.
Former Capitol Police officer Aquilino Gonell, injured in the January 6th Capitol attack, carries building shards as a reminder of the day when Republican Speaker Mike Johnson hosted Donald Trump, who he holds responsible for the violence. Gonell, an immigrant veteran, expressed disappointment that some lawmakers welcomed Trump despite his role in the attack, and draws parallels between the events of January 6th and his deployment to Iraq in 2004.
LGBTQ+ dancers in ballet face limitations due to traditional gender roles. Organizations like Queer the Ballet create opportunities for them to express their identities and challenge norms through choreography and performance, fostering a sense of community and acceptance amidst isolation and uncertainty.