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World Cup gives Los Angeles a chance to showcase Olympic readiness
All eyes will be on the World Cup host cities this summer, but perhaps none more so than Los Angeles, which is also preparing to host the 2028 Summer Olympics...
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Send your questions for Steve Kornacki
NBC News’ chief data analyst Steve Kornacki will answer NBC News subscriber questions about the midterm elections and more in a live Q&A on Tuesday at 12 p.m. ET....
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The U.S. fought the flesh-eating screwworm for decades. Now it must begin again.
It took the U.S. decades and hundreds of millions of dollars to eradicate the flesh-eating New World screwworm. Here’s the plan to renew the fight now that it’s back....
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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 like family to him....
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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...
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Simone Biles reveals health scare, 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 said on Instagram Stori...
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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....
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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....
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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 into the July 2025 d...
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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....
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AI’s elite celebrated in Washington as the public sours on data centers and chatbots
AI party...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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 blockade of Gaza....
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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....
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‘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 Friday....
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Leopards, tigers and AI data, oh my! Nashville Zoo tries to halt proposed data center
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Pentagon raised threat of Israeli spying on U.S. to highest level, sources say
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is increasingly concerned about Israel ramping up its spying on the U.S., recently raising the counterintelligence threat level from America’s top ally in the Middle East to ...
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Platner supporter Ro Khanna says he should apologize to women who alleged disturbing behavior
BAR HARBOR, Maine — Rep. Ro Khanna of California on Friday said that Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner should apologize to the women who recently came forward describing disturbing behavior they e...
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National Park mountain guide dies in fall on Mount McKinley
A National Park Service mountain guide died when she fell into a crevasse on Mount McKinley, officials said Friday...
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DOJ office says ‘multiple’ probes of California elections underway after Trump cries foul
A federal prosecutor indicated the investigations are focused on the Los Angeles area following President Donald Trump’s claims, without evidence, of cheating in the primaries....
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U.S. warns Europe to step up Ebola screening ahead of World Cup
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is urging European countries to mirror U.S. travel restrictions implemented in response to Ebola as the U.S. prepares to host the largest-ever World Cup amid grow...
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Democrat Xavier Becerra advances to general election in California governor’s race
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has advanced to the general election in the California governor’s race, NBC News projects...
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Janet Mills shows no sign of reigniting her Maine Senate bid amid Graham Platner’s troubles
Some of Maine Gov. Janet Mills’ most ardent supporters are encouraging her to reactivate her suspended Senate campaign as fellow Democrat Graham Platner faces new allegations of “toxic” behavior towar...
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Son of James Handy’s girlfriend is charged with murder in actor’s stabbing death
A man has been charged with murder in the death of actor James Handy, who was stabbed in Los Angeles this week, court records showed Friday...
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Justice Department urges judge not to block ‘anti-weaponization’ fund that it says is already dead
A federal judge last week temporarily blocked the $1.8 billion fund from being used after a Jan. 6 prosecutor sued to block the Trump administration’s actions....
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Utah residents sue officials over Kevin O’Leary data center plan
A nonprofit and five Utah residents have filed a lawsuit against officials and a special entity overseeing Kevin O’Leary’s planned Stratos data center....
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Democratic dread in Maine: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, we dive into the Democratic response to the latest Graham Platner controversy and the questions that still surround Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s absence....
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Trump says Iran has not agreed to a U.S. deal because ‘they’re strong, they’re proud’
President Donald Trump on Friday said Iranian leaders have not yet reached a deal with the U.S. to end the ongoing war because they’re “strong” and “proud.”...
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo could top 20,000 cases in worst case, CDC says
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda could lead to more than 20,000 cases and over 2,000 deaths in a worst-case scenario, according to a CDC report....
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FBI warns drone operators to stay away from World Cup matches
Security for the FIFA World Cup is expanding skyward, with law enforcement agencies preparing for drone activity that could range from a nuisance to a serious threat as the United States hosts the tou...
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Measles is still spreading in the U.S., with more than 2,000 cases this year
Measles cases in the U.S. reached 2,030 on Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported....
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Actor Anthony Head dies at age 72
British actor Anthony Head, best known for his roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Ted Lasso” has died at the age of 72 due to complications from pneumonia, his family said....
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Samantha Busch says family feels ‘not alone’ in first statement since Kyle Busch’s death
Samantha Busch spoke out publicly about the sudden death of her husband, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, on her Instagram Friday.“The prayers, messages, flowers, meals, hugs, and count...
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From The Sports Desk: Carolina storms back to beat Vegas, even Stanley Cup Final
In Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Vegas Golden Knights held a 2-0 lead entering the third period and seemed poised to take control of this series....
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‘I see no point in meeting’: Putin dismisses Zelenskyy’s offer of talks
Speaking at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, President Putin suggested he should be addressing his frontline troops rather than the author of the letter, saying to them, “Keep working, brothers.”...
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Why measles and flu — not Ebola — are front of mind for doctors ahead of the World Cup
The World Cup is presenting a unique challenge for public health officials....
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Stocks sink as interest rate hike worries rattle tech amid nonstop AI spending
Major stock indexes fell sharply after a strong jobs report set the stage for the Federal Reserve to hike rates....
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Anthony Head, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and ‘Ted Lasso’ actor, dies at 72
British actor Anthony Head, known to generations of American TV viewers through polar opposite characters named Rupert on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Ted Lasso,” has died, his family said Friday...
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Former CIA officer accused of stashing gold bars ordered to remain jailed pending trial
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The former CIA officer who was found with $40 million in gold bars stashed at his Virginia home was in court Friday, where a judge ordered him held behind bars until he goes on trial...
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Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker and Jon Wertheim say they’ll stay at ‘60 Minutes’
“60 Minutes” correspondents Leslie Stahl, Bill Whitaker and Jon Wertheim said Friday that they planned to stay on at the newsmagazine, capping days of turmoil....
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Brendan Banfield to be sentenced in elaborate au pair double murder plot
The former IRS agent convicted in a deadly catfishing scheme targeting his wife and a stranger is expected to be sentenced Friday to a mandatory life term in prison...
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Karen Read says she doesn’t ‘pay for meals’ as support continues after acquittal
Nearly a year after she was acquitted of murder charges in the death of her police officer boyfriend following two highly publicized trials, Karen Read said Friday that she still receives overwhelming...
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Karen Read reveals decision behind new lawsuit against city and police
Karen Read, the Massachusetts woman who was acquitted of killing her police officer boyfriend last year after two widely publicized murder trials, revealed Friday why she filed a lawsuit alleging misc...
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Karen Read Breaks Silence on Explosive Lawsuit Against Police
Karen Read, along with her attorneys Alan Jackson and Charles Waters, exclusively join TODAY to speak out about their sweeping new lawsuit accusing Massachusetts State and Canton police of creating an...
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Senate Passes Bill to Fund ICE for Remainder of Trump's Term
President Donald Trump scored a victory on Capitol Hill when Republicans in the Senate narrowly passed a bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol for the remainder of his term. Meanwhile, the president is u...
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