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Utah weather conditions trigger historic red flag warning as wildfires rage in state The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City issued a red flag warning Friday morning as emergency workers continued to battle one of the state’s largest wildfires in its history.
From The Sports Desk: The U.S. lost, but also saw return of star Christian Pulisic The United States lost last night, 3-2, on a late goal by Turkey. But the biggest development? Star Christian Pulisic returned from injury and showed he was healthy in time for the knockout stage.
After losing one billionaire tax battle, Gavin Newsom prepares to wage another California’s governor, who is considering a White House run, proposed an expansive national wealth tax last week, as well as an initiative to give Americans a stake in AI.
Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified information Former national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to mishandling classified information related to his work during the first Trump administration
Iran Launches New Attack on Ship Passing Through Hormuz There are new concerns over the fragile deal between the United States and Iran after Iran’s armed forces attacked a cargo ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. The attack paused traffic and is compromising efforts to restore shipping through the vital waterway. NBC’s Kelly O’Donnell reports for TODAY.
Venezuelan Reporter Gives Update on Rescues After Twin Quakes Ana Vanessa Herrero, a journalist based in Caracas, joins TODAY with an update on Day 2 of the rescue efforts, highlighting the challenges crews are facing and the desperate search for the missing by families, including her own search for her friend.
SCOTUS rules on immigration cases and U.S. suffers first World Cup loss: Morning Rundown The Supreme Court paves the way for Trump to strip legal protections from Haitian and Syrian immigrants.
Gambling disorder diagnoses spike in states that legalized sports betting, study shows Researchers analyzed millions of electronic health records and found a major difference between states that greenlit sports gambling and those that didn’t.
Hormuz traffic flows despite ship attack as Iran fights to keep its grip on key trade route A trickle of marine traffic was passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday despite an attack on a ship in the vital waterway a day earlier, as Iran reiterated its warnings for ships to follow a Tehran-approved route
Venezuelans search through rubble as earthquake death toll rises Massive search and rescue operations are underway in Venezuela on Friday as civilians and emergency workers rushed to find those trapped beneath the rubble more than a day after devastating twin earthquakes killed over 230 people.
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Scientists reveal secrets of ancient scrolls burned by Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago Researchers have recovered texts previously lost to history, revealing philosophical takes on ethics, the arts, human behavior and theology.
La reacción de Sebastian Berhalter tras titularidad, asistencia y gol con Estados Unidos El mediocampista se dijo con sentimientos encontrados, pues pese a que el USMNT no pudo vencer a Turquía, firmó una noche de ensueño con la Selección, por lo que se dijo entusiasmado con lo que viene.
Alfaro tras empate de Paraguay: "La sensación que me queda es sabor a poco" El DT argentino reconoció que el objetivo era ganarle a Australia, pero fue realista sobre la complejidad del rival; por lo que la “Albirroja” se quedó con cuatro puntos y deberá esperar otros resultados para avanzar a 16vos como mejor tercero.
Más fuertes que nunca: Pulisic, Berhalter y Trusty responden tras la derrota de Estados Unidos Los jugadores del USMNT dieron la cara tras el tropiezo ante Turquía que les impidió una fase de grupos perfecta; además, destacaron el trabajo que los llevó a ser líderes de grupo y el aprendizaje que les deja el revés de cara a la fase decisiva.
World Cup fans are missing games after their resale tickets fall through The ordeal has left fans forced to either miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity or scramble to find new tickets, often costing more and for worse seats.
Palestinians grieve for a father-to-be shot by Israeli troops the day his son was born Nayef Samaro, 25, was killed in an Israeli military raid on Nablus, in the occupied West Bank, as he prepared to meet his wife at the hospital for the birth of their first child.
Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments, as Russia strikes Ukraine Ukraine launched a major nighttime attack on a dozen Russian regions, Russian-held Crimea and the surrounding seas, and Russia attacked various regions of Ukraine, as their war grinds on.
Plane crashes into Beijing's tallest building; damage reported The cause of the damage could not be independently verified, and authorities did not immediately issue a statement on the incident.
John Bolton, former Trump national security adviser, pleads guilty in classified documents case Bolton pleaded guilty to one count of retaining national defense information while he was a national security adviser during President Trump's first term, saying: "And I am sorry for it."
Australia plans to strengthen laws banning children from social media Observers said on Friday the government is responding to evidence that the ban on young children holding accounts on platforms including Facebook, Instagram and YouTube had failed since it came into force in December year.
South Korean ex-first lady sentenced to 7 years for bribery scandal The former first lady had previously been sentenced to four years in a separate case involving the Unification Church.
Rescuers scramble to find Venezuela earthquake survivors. And, SCOTUS rules on asylum Rescuers are searching for thousands of people missing after two earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday. And, the Supreme Court says the U.S. can turn away asylum seekers at the border.
Aid worker says hundreds remain trapped after Venezuela earthquakes After earthquakes shattered much of the capital in Venezuela, Project Hope's Cesar Jimenez says rescue crews are racing to save hundreds trapped as international aid arrives and hospitals struggle to cope.
'We are with you, Venezuela': Houston community rallies after deadly earthquakes Venezuelans living in the U.S organize donation drives in response to the devastating earthquakes.
How well do you know your Reflecting Pool news? Because the quiz will test you This week, the beleaguered body of water faced new woes. Plus soccer, gambling and U.K. politics!
Trump axed a Black history exhibit. Former park rangers are teaching it anyway. As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, former national park rangers are hosting teach-ins and sharing history that the Trump administration has sought to erase from federal land.
Ex-NOAA employees re-create a valuable climate data site shut down by Trump Former NOAA staffers have launched a new website that provides climate information. It replaces a government site that was shut down when the Trump administration took office.
Morning news brief Rescuers in Venezuela continue search for the missing after devastating earthquakes, SCOTUS rulings give Trump more power to set immigration policy, Trump works to woo struggling American farmers.
In a first since Trump deployed the guard to D.C., Democrats are sending troops Several Democratic governors have sent National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., ahead of America 250, amid President Trump's highly visible — and controversial — ongoing deployment to the city.
John Bolton pleads guilty to 1 count of mishandling classified information President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty Friday to mishandling classified information.
Tallest building in Beijing is damaged after small plane reportedly crashed into it Beijing’s tallest building showed signs of damage on Friday as images and videos circulating on social media appeared to show debris from an aircraft near the building
Last-place Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza Carlos Mendoza was has been fired as manager of the underperforming New York Mets and has been replaced by Andy Green
WATCH: Car explosion sparks wildfire in Arizona A massive car explosion caught on camera sparked a wildfire in Arizona, forcing the closure of Highway 87 outside of Phoenix.
Can Dem veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP? Can Democrats reclaim the mantle of patriotism? They’re leaning on a slate of military veterans running for Congress in the 2026 midterms to try.
Venezuela earthquakes live updates: Death toll rises to at least 589, president says Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening.
Iran live updates: Trump maintains strait is open after Iranian drone strike Delegations from the U.S. and Iran opened talks in Switzerland on Sunday.
Supreme Court allows cancellation of TPS for Haitians, Syrians, The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Trump administration can cancel the temporary protected status (TPS) for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants.
Supreme Court lets Trump turn away asylum seekers at the border The decision effectively allows border agents to shut the door to migrants fleeing violence and persecution.
California voters will consider a measure in November to raise taxes on billionaires Californians will vote in November on a controversial proposal to impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund federal funding cuts to healthcare for low-income people
Judge orders DOJ to turn over some unredacted Epstein files A federal judge is ordering the Department of Justice to turn over unredacted versions of some of the Epstein files or explain why the materials were withheld.
Johnson says Congress will send housing bill to Trump, but doesn't say when The president abruptly canceled a signing ceremony for the bipartisan bill.
'It's completely out of bounds': Democrat launches Linda McMahon impeachment effort Bonamici wants to impeach over McMahon's dismantling the Education Department.
Jury in Palisades Fire suspect's trial deadlocked, to resume deliberations Friday Jonathan Rinderknecht was accused of "maliciously" starting a fire that six days later developed into one of the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles history.
Former ABC News producer Max Oseredchuk dies in Russian drone attack Former ABC News producer Max Oseredchuk was killed in a Russian drone attack while serving in Ukraine's military.