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Watch: Torrential rain hits New York and New Jersey triggering flash floods
Water cascaded into subway stations and flooded streets, with people seen wading through water.
Can Ukraine’s worst week in years become the best?
JULY 19, 2026 – I have had many requests to discuss the removal of Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. However, I wanted to hold off until this update to see how issues were developing. This is still a fast-moving and chaotic story, and the fallout will only be known
Shared fandom as undervalued social 'medicine' for division, isolation
The state of the American social fabric—enormous, diverse and rent by stark partisan divides—is daunting enough that it can be hard to think about, let alone try to mend. At the Harvard Kennedy School, two social scientists are advancing the proposition that sports fandom, a
State Department issues warning to Americans living and traveling abroad
The State Department issued a Saturday warning to Americans living and traveling abroad, urging them to remain cautious in the face of increased threats on U.S. diplomatic facilities. “Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with
Ben Shapiro Calls ‘The Odyssey’ a ‘Masterpiece’ Despite Conservative Outrage: Christopher Nolan Is the ‘Best Working Director Today’
Ben Shapiro posted an 18-minute review of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” to his YouTube channel on Saturday, in which he called the Greek epic a “masterpiece” despite the conservative outrage about the film’s cast and historical accuracy. “Nolan is unparalleled. He’s the
Epstein survivor on Blanche meeting: 'We were gaslit'
A survivor of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Saturday said she was "gaslit" during her meeting last week with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Jess Michaels told MS NOW's Alex Witt about this recent meeting, along with other survivors, with Blanche. She said
As Iranian missiles edge closer to Israel, Netanyahu may not have to wait much longer for Trump's green light
The U.S. president prefers the negotiating table, but the hard-line leaders in Tehran aren't keen to compromise and Netanyahu needs to atone for the stalemate earlier this year. Meanwhile, the flames in the West Bank are approaching explosion level
Diplomats fear Iran-U.S. tensions nearing boiling point, could spark wider war
While last week's assessment was that neither Iran nor the United States wanted escalation, diplomats are now concerned that strikes from both countries could trigger a wider war involving Israel. 'Tomorrow is the World Cup final; the day after tomorrow is the Middle East
Dragonfly aerial fights follow some simple rules
Dragonflies are renowned for their remarkable flying abilities. Male dragonflies often compete for territory and mating opportunities, engaging in fascinating in-flight battles. Researchers at Imperial College London and Taipei Zoo recently carried out a study investigating the
This week on the Hill: House eyes week jam-packed with major bills
House lawmakers face a packed legislative agenda this week before departing for the monthlong August recess, with GOP leaders aiming to advance a stopgap funding bill, kick off work on a third reconciliation package, hold a long-awaited vote on a congressional stock trading ban
High-profile Trump nominees pose test for outgoing Republicans
Several high-profile Trump administration nominees face committee votes in the coming weeks that will show whether outgoing GOP senators are willing to buck the administration — or at least exert some leverage. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director nominee
The New England Road Trip Haunted By Pokémon Go And The AR Game That Made A Summer Stranger
Ten years ago Niantic unleashed the most popular augmented reality game of all time, and I happened to be driving along the coast to see the transformation in real time
Warner rails against Trump’s primetime speech: ‘This guy is not looking for a secure election’
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) on Sunday said President Trump's primetime speech shows that he’s not serious about securing elections, pointing to the recent firings of the remaining Democratic members at an independent election administration agency earlier this month. “There was
Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna, BTS Deliver Electric Halftime Set at World Cup Final
Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium was preceded by Post Malone performance
Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira Join Forces for Blink-and-You’ll-Miss-‘Em Moments in a Cluster-FIFA of a Halftime Show
The FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show provided an answer to the burning question of how you fit Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, Chris Martin and the Muppets into a single 11-minute segment: as fleetingly as possible. Although there were
Shakira leads first World Cup half-time show that briefly steals the spotlight
The spectacle extended the interval to nearly 30 minutes as FIFA sought to turn football's biggest match into a global entertainment event.
Energy secretary: US 'will continue to assure flow of traffic' through Strait of Hormuz amid reignited Iran war
Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Sunday said the U.S. "will continue to assure flow of traffic" through the Strait of Hormuz more than a week after hostilities between the U.S. and Iran resumed. "The president is always looking for the diplomatic off-ramp," Wright told ABC
Tom Cruise and Half of Hollywood Light Up the 2026 World Cup Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has smashed ratings records in the U.S. and around the world, owing to its unique mix of star power — Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar performing in perhaps their final World Cup matches, joined by younger stars Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland
US service member killed in Iraq during ‘controlled detonation’ of Iran drone: Centcom
A U.S. service member was killed in northern Iraq on Saturday during a “controlled detonation” of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone, the U.S. Central Command (Centcom) said on Sunday. Another service member was injured and continues to receive
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Yankees: Here’s How to Watch the MLB Game Live Online
After the MLB All-Star Week, the two of the biggest markets go head-to-head to compete for bragging right of the best city in the league. We’d also see which is the better league, the National League or American League. On Sunday, July 19, and the second game of a doubleheader,
Warner tells Margaret Brennan he was 'disappointed' with CBS for covering Trump's elections speech
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) on Sunday criticized CBS for airing President Trump’s recent speech on election security. “There are so many absurdities and falsehoods in Trump’s Thursday night speech, and I’m glad that most media treated it not as serious news. And I know some folks
Anne Hathaway Says ‘Princess Diaries 3’ Had a ‘Story Breakthrough’ After Having to ‘Start Over’ With the Script: ‘We are Moving in the Right Direction’
“Princess Diaries 3” recently had a breakthrough after a scrapped script, Anne Hathaway revealed during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “Radio Andy.” “I’m busy making baby number three, and that has sort of taken the place of knowing when exactly I can make ‘Princess Diaries 3,’”
Heading for the North Pole on Tara Polar Station's first expedition
The Tara Polar Station left the port of Lorient on Sunday. For over a year, this floating laboratory will drift with the pack ice to study Arctic Ocean biodiversity and the impacts of climate change in the region.
Anne Hathaway Reveals ‘Princess Diaries 3’ Update: “We Had a Story Breakthrough”
The Oscar winner played the beloved Mia Thermopolis in the 2001 and 2004 films.
Trump and Sánchez meet at World Cup final after nearly two years of diplomatic tensions
For nearly two years, the leaders of Spain and the United States have clashed over issues ranging from defence spending to US policy in the Middle East.
Intrigue over St. Barth hotel deal detailed in new book
Izak Senbahar, the New York developer of trophy properties such as jinga puzzle-like 56 Leonard St., glass-wrapped 165 Charles St. and the redesigned Mark Hotel, twice lost out in a struggle over luxury beach resort hotel Taiwana.
German Chancellor Merz hints at possible cabinet reshuffle after top CDU figure resigns
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has hinted he could reshuffle his government after Jens Spahn resigned as parliamentary leader, adding to pressure on the ruling conservatives ahead of key regional elections.
