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This 1,000-year-old pine tree’s protector fears changing weather patterns
As temperatures neared their midday peak, Hu Xiaosong was doing his regular patrol, at an altitude of more than 5,500 feet, to protect a 1,000-year-old pine tree that he says is l…
Why a luxury resort plan by Trump’s son-in-law sparked mass protests in Albania
President Donald Trump’s son-in-law has a formidable new opponent: a pink flamingo
Simone Biles reveals she had a health scare and describes ‘almost dying’
United States gymnastics great Simone Biles shared limited news of a health scare on Saturday, an experience she said included “almost dying.”The world’s most-decorated gymnast sa…
At least 12 shot near Ohio festival, gunmen still at large
At least 12 people were shot Saturday when gunmen, possibly aiming for each other, opened fire near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, police said.
Judge drops murder charge against Arkansas sheriff candidate who killed a man
A judge has dropped the murder charge against Arkansas sheriff candidate Aaron Spencer, who killed a man accused of sexually abusing his daughter.
Florida police share final report on Hulk Hogan’s cause of death
Terry Bollea — known professionally as Hulk Hogan — died of natural causes, according to a report released Friday by the Clearwater Police Department, concluding its investigation…
Pope Leo says he ‘certainly’ will support the U.S. in the World Cup
The United States has the papal blessing for the World Cup.
How The Supreme Court Is Tightening Early Prison Release
In recent decisions, the justices restricted the bipartisan First Step Act that President Donald Trump signed in his first term.
Why ceasefires haven’t stopped deadly strikes in Gaza, Lebanon or the Gulf
Across the Middle East, three separate ceasefire deals are currently in effect.
AI’s elite celebrated in Washington as the public sours on data centers and chatbots
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Body of missing Auburn University student found in Japan
The body of an Auburn University student who had been missing in Japan for a week has been found in a mountainous area outside of Kyoto, according to his family
Kars4Kids jingle can continue in California after appeals court ruling
The ad jingle you just can’t get out of your head — no matter how hard you may try — is staying on the air for now in California
Karmelo Anthony murder trial continues into weekend
McKINNEY, Texas — The murder trial of a Karmelo Anthony, a Texas teen accused of stabbing a fellow high schooler at a track meet, continued Saturday
Russia opens door to ‘new relationship’ with U.S. as Putin wrestles with Ukraine deadlock
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — President Vladimir Putin looked out across a familiar scene on Friday — and a changing world
Pope Leo praises Spain’s commitment to peace and respect for law after Trump rift
MADRID — Pope Leo may not find it hard to connect with his hosts as he kicks off a weeklong visit to Spain this weekend
Candace Owens and the Tate brothers turned up in Russia. The Kremlin spun it as a thaw.
Their appearance comes amid battlefield setbacks and dropping public sentiment in Russia.
The next goal for weight loss drugs? Fewer injections
For millions of people taking weight loss drugs, the next breakthrough may not be more weight loss.
As American elections become more tense, officials are turning to local police
Since the 2020 election, local law enforcement has increasingly been playing a bigger role in helping local officials secure elections.
Israel faces growing pressure over alleged abuse of Gaza flotilla members
Israel faces mounting international outrage over allegations of rape, beatings and humiliation of international activists detained on a flotilla attempting to break its naval bloc…
Sebastian Berhalter turned his father’s tough truth into World Cup breakthrough
Sebastian Berhalter’s path to the World Cup is not that of a young prodigy who had an easy way onto the U.S. men’s national team — despite what some might think of the son of stor…
A ‘60 Minutes’ veteran gets fired, and a rookie hits an unusual home run: The news quiz
The House issues a rare rebuke of the president, FIFA imposes a ban, and a flesh-eating parasite returns.
Mamdani makes ‘high-risk, high-reward’ move to reshape New York’s voice in Washington
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is seeking to put his stamp on the city’s congressional delegation with a trio of endorsements against incumbent lawmakers and their picks, a move th…
‘Maine had my back’: Graham Platner hits the campaign trail amid latest turmoil
Hundreds of supporters signaled they weren’t phased by the new allegations about Graham Platner’s past relationships, giving the Democratic Senate candidate a warm welcome on Frid…
Leopards, tigers and AI data, oh my! Nashville Zoo tries to halt proposed data center
Nashville Zoo