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DeSantis knocks Biden-McCarthy debt ceiling deal
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy must overcome opposition by a handful of Republican lawmakers in order to get their agreement passed.Default deadline looms
40-foot waves rock cruise ship and flood into rooms
Passengers on a Carnival Sunshine cruise ship described massive waves and broken glass during an hours-long storm off the coast of Charleston, S.C.'We almost fell out the bed'
As oceans rise, NYC faces another threat: It's sinking
The metropolis is slowly sinking under the weight of its asphalt, skyscrapers, homes and humanity itself. New research says the city's landmass is sinking at an average rate of 1 to 2 millimeters per year.'There’s a lot of weight there'
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
Russia's Interior Ministry on Monday issued an arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., following his comments related to the fighting in Ukraine. Edited video of Zelensky meeting
Ukrainian player refuses handshake at French Open
Marta Kostyuk was booed for not shaking hands with Belarus's Aryna Sabalenka. Kostyuk said she can't respect Sabalenka for failing to speak out against the war.Sabalenka: 'Of course we don't support war'
Holmes is about to enter prison. It'll be a big change.
Disgraced Theranos founder and convicted fraudster Elizabeth Holmes will bid farewell to her lavish lifestyle and begin an 11-year prison sentence on Tuesday.About her prison in Texas
Reviews begin to roll in on the debt ceiling agreement
With the nation roughly a week away from the risk of a default, the Business Roundtable, a group of more than 200 chief executive officers, called on Congress to pass the bill as soon as possible.Early concerns and criticism
Memorial Day sales 2023: Shop the biggest deals this weekend
Check out discounts from retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, and more. Markdowns end at midnight
The best ways to store strawberries
While commonly sold in baskets or plastic clamshell containers, internet pundits claim you can ditch the original packaging and add weeks to the time your strawberries will last in the fridge.Experts share whether they're right
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Trump's welcome of Tim Scott into 2024 race shows his calculus
Donald Trump and his team have long believed the more candidates who enter the Republican primary contest, the better for Trump.And the field is growing by the day
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8th person rescued from partial building collapse in Iowa
An eighth person was rescued overnight from a partial apartment building collapse in Davenport, Iowa, officials said, adding that no one currently appears to be missing.No deaths reported
George Maharis, ‘Route 66’ star, dies at 94
George Maharis, the star of “Route 66” who went on to appear on “Fantasy Island” and other shows, died Wednesday in Beverly Hills.Modeled nude for Playgirl
Key takeaways from the debt ceiling deal
The compromise legislation will need to be approved by Congress within days to avert a historic default that could begin as soon as June 5.What are the risks of default?
In a lawsuit, man says $2B winning lottery ticket was stolen from him
A man named Jose Rivera has lodged a complaint claiming that he bought the winning lottery ticket for the historic $2.04 billion Powerball a day before the draw.Claims winner offered 50/50 split
What skeletons found in Pompeii ruins reveal
Human bones buried beneath a wall in the archaeological site in Italy point to deaths by powerful earthquakes that accompanied the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius, experts said.More than 1,300 victims found
NBA ref may be in hot water over alleged burner account
A longtime NBA referee, Eric Lewis, allegedly used a burner account to defend himself against strangers on the internet. Now the league is opening an investigation.Why it's an issue
Why Taylor Swift's relationship with Matty Healy is so controversial
While it's unclear if Swift has coupled up with Healy, the two are at least spending time together. Why are Swifties divided?
‘Nuclear weapons for everyone’ who joins Belarus, Russia: Putin ally
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's comment comes amid escalating nuclear rhetoric from Vladimir Putin, whose army is floundering in Ukraine. 1 of Putin's staunchest supporters
A 1-in-10-million event: White bison born in Wyoming
Bear River State Park welcomed a white bison calf weighing 30 pounds. The new calf is the first white bison to be born at the park. Sacred birth for American Indian communities
'Let women rest': Billie Eilish to critics of her evolving style
The Grammy winner got candid on her Instagram Story this weekend, sharing a response to negative comments she was seeing online about how she dresses.Femininity isn't 'weakness'
Meet the demon catshark: Scientists find a new species
After 40 years of searching, Australian researchers have finally identified the mysterious creature leaving unique egg sacks in deep water off the country's coast.'Different evolutionary arm'
After deal agreed, what's next in race to avoid default
Despite President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy striking a deal, legislative hurdles remain to get the 99-page debt and spending bill to Biden's desk prior to a devastating default.House vote expected Wednesday
Biden hopes to win again with help from his friends
President Biden is planning to tap an expansive stable of friends and allies to go where he can’t, say what he won’t and be what he’ll never be.Campaign surrogates: A win-win
More businesses are requiring teens to be chaperoned by adults
Experts say amusement parks, shopping centers and even some restaurants have recently put in policies that mandate minors be accompanied by a person over 21.Teen bad behavior driving trend
‘Little Mermaid’ has a big weekend at the box office
"The Little Mermaid" dominated the Memorial Day weekend box office, with the Disney remake set to take in $118 million over the four-day holiday weekend.5th-highest Memorial Day opening in history
Biden marks Memorial Day: 'It never gets easier'
Making good on a campaign promise to end a 20-year-old "forever war," President Biden ended the U.S.'s longest war in Afghanistan nearly two years ago.'Never forget the price that was paid to protect our democracy'
Thousands still in limbo 8 months after Hurricane Ian
Recovery is far from complete in hard-hit Fort Myers Beach, Fla. Many struggle to navigate insurance payouts, understand assistance bureaucracy and simply find a place to shower. Piles of debris are everywhere
What to do if you encounter a top predator
It's rare for humans to be attacked by bears, sharks and orcas — but experts recommend taking specific steps if you are unfortunate enough to meet one.When to play dead
All-Pro RB says he smoked weed before NFL games
Former Steelers and Jets running back Le’Veon Bell, who hasn't played in the league since the 2021 season, revealed that he smoked marijuana before playing some NFL games. 'That's what I did'
Vatican to bishops: Tone down social media comments
In a 20-page document addressed to all Catholics, the Vatican condemned polarization and extremism on social media that has led to what it called "digital tribalism." Beware of AI
Scorsese to make another Jesus movie: Report
Director Martin Scorsese met with Pope Francis over the weekend and announced that he will make a new film about Jesus. 'I’m about to start making it'
Russia strikes Kyiv in daylight after more common nighttime barrage
Debris from the intercepted missiles fell in Kyiv during the morning, landing in the middle of traffic on a city road and also starting a fire on a building's roof.All the missiles were shot down
What Erdogan's runoff win means for Turkey
Having secured another five years, Erdogan now faces a host of domestic challenges in a deeply divided country.The challenges ahead
Will ‘Better Call Saul’ finally win an Emmy?
What’s it going to take for “Better Call Saul” to finally win an Emmy? As we all know, this is the absolute last opportunity for the show to score a prize — any prize.Past Emmy injustices
Survey: Workers' mental health tanked. Why?
About 34% of workers reported their mental health levels were lower than six months ago, according to the study, which also explored causes and remedies.Importance of getting a chance to 'truly disconnect and reset'
Amazon's best patio furniture deals, according to a home designer
Your patio beckons, but it needs an upgrade. Save up to $300 on a new sectional or even a set with a fire pit, just in time for summer.Chairs, sofas, tables and more
How the WHO could fight future pandemics
The U.N. agency is negotiating a pact to shore up the world's defences against new pathogens following the COVID-19 pandemic, which killed nearly 7 million people.How would it work?

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