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Trea Turner was removed from the Nationals’ game against the Phillies due to a positive COVID-19 test.

July 28, 2021

Trea Turner of the Washington Nationals was forced to leave Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Phillies after testing positive for COVID-19. After scoring on...

Millitary & Defence United States

The USS Mount Whitney sets sail for the United States-only Large Scale Exercise 2021.

July 28, 2021

The USS Mount Whitney departed Gaeta, Italy, on Tuesday to participate in the Navy's Large Scale Exercise 2021, which will take place next month. ...

United States

The Justice Department has declined to defend Republican Rep. Mo Brooks in a lawsuit filed on January 6.

July 28, 2021

The Justice Department has turned down Republican Rep. Mo Brooks' request to defend him in a lawsuit accusing him of inciting the Jan. 6 attack...

Sport United States

Lydia Jacoby, the first Alaskan to win a gold medal in swimming, shocks favourite Lilly King.

July 27, 2021

Lydia Jacoby, 17, stunned American colleague Lilly King to win the women's 100-meter breaststroke on Tuesday in Japan, becoming the first Alaskan to win an...

United States

FBI agent who was the real ‘Donnie Brasco’ is still in seclusion, but he’s delighted he took down the Mafia 40 years ago.

July 27, 2021

After six years, one of the FBI's biggest success stories against organised crime in the United States, Operation Donnie Brasco, a narrative headed by a...

Sport United States

The United States wins the men’s 4×100 freestyle relay at the Olympics.

July 26, 2021

On Monday, the United States won gold in the men's 4x100-meter freestyle relay at the Tokyo Aquatic Center, while American swimmer Katie Ledecky took silver...

United States

Pelosi appoints Republican Rep. Kinzinger to the Jan. 6 committee.

July 26, 2021

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appointed Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois to the select committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot at the United States Capitol....

United States

One person was killed and six others were injured in a boat accident on Georgia Lake.

July 26, 2021

Authorities said one person was killed and six others were injured in a boat crash on a Georgia lake early Saturday. The Georgia Department of...

Mourning United States

Rodney Alcala, the ‘Dating Game Killer,’ has died in a California hospital.

July 26, 2021

Rodney James Alcala, dubbed the "Dating Game Killer," died of natural causes in a California prison early Saturday morning, according to corrections officials. The California...

United States

The water level in Utah’s Great Salt Lake has reached an all-time low.

July 26, 2021

The United States Geological Survey reported on Saturday that the southern portion of Utah's Great Salt Lake had reached its lowest water level in recorded...

United States

As the weekend comes to a close, severe storms will precede hotter air in the northeastern United States.

July 26, 2021

AccuWeather meteorologists warn travellers and those planning outdoor activities in the northeastern United States to be cautious through Sunday evening, as locally strong storms will...

United States

The Justice Department will not conduct an investigation into COVID-19 deaths in New York nursing homes.

July 25, 2021

The United States Justice Department has announced that it will not conduct a civil rights investigation into the handling of COVID-19 deaths at state-run nursing...

China United States

China imposes sanctions on Wilbur Ross and six others in the United States.

July 25, 2021

In retaliation for sanctions imposed by Washington, China announced counter-sanctions against seven US citizens and entities, including former Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross. Beijing on Friday...

United States

The Brunner Fire has forced evacuations and forced the closure of an Idaho theme park.

July 25, 2021

A wildfire burning south-west of Athol, Idaho, forced some residents to flee their homes and forced the closure of the Silverwood Theme Park. The fire...

Politics United States

In Arlington, Biden campaigned for former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe.

July 25, 2021

For the first time since his inauguration, President Joe Biden went on the campaign trail in person, supporting former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe's bid to...

United States

The Uighur community in Washington, D.C. is urging Biden to recognise ‘occupied country.’

July 25, 2021

Activists and members of Washington, D.C.'s Uighur community demonstrated in front of the White House, urging President Joe Biden to recognise East Turkistan as a...

Entertainment United States

‘Sour,’ by Olivia Rodrigo, is the number one album in the United States.

July 25, 2021

This weekend, Olivia Rodrigo's Sour is the No. 1 album in the United States. Doja Cat's Planet Her is No. 2 on the Billboard 200...

Odd Stuff United States

A Michigan woman’s good fortune earns her a $250,000 lottery prise.

July 24, 2021

A Michigan woman who decided to try the state lottery's KENO! game for the first time struck lucky and won the $250,000 jackpot. The 69-year-old...

Entertainment Politics United States

Thomas Barrack, a Trump supporter, has been ordered released on a $250 million bond.

July 24, 2021

In his illegal lobbying case, a federal judge in Los Angeles released wealthy private equity investor Thomas Barrack, an ally of former President Donald Trump,...

Sport United States

Naomi Osaka, a tennis star, lights the cauldron to kick off the Olympics.

July 24, 2021

On Friday, one year after the Games were postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka lit the Olympic cauldron and Emperor...

Sport United States

Olympic athletes to watch include USA’s Simone Biles, Nyjah Huston, and Carissa Moore.

July 24, 2021

Gymnast Simone Biles is always a must-see, but there are dozens of other Team USA athletes who will pique your interest at the 2020 Summer...

United States

In 2022, the Cleveland Indians will be renamed the Cleveland Guardians.

July 24, 2021

The Cleveland Indians will change their name to the Cleveland Guardians in 2022, the team announced on social media on Friday. Last summer, the franchise...

United States

Hannah Waddingham: Rebecca is happier in Season 2 of ‘Ted Lasso.’

July 24, 2021

Hannah Waddingham, who plays AFC Richmond soccer team owner Rebecca Welton on Apple TV+'s Ted Lasso, says her character's demeanour improves in the second season,...

United States

Nebraska is hosting the world’s longest cornhole game.

July 24, 2021

Organizers of a world record attempt for the longest game of cornhole in Nebraska announced Friday that they had met their goal – and they...

United States

GM is recalling 69,000 Chevrolet Bolts due to a battery defect that could cause a fire.

July 24, 2021

On Friday, General Motors issued a safety recall for nearly 70,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles due to a battery defect that could cause a fire....

United States

A moose spotted on a Colorado golf course was apprehended at a US Army fort.

July 24, 2021

Wildlife officials in Colorado said a moose seen wandering on a golf course was apprehended after making its way to a U.S. Army fort. Colorado...

Haiti United States

Haitian President Jovenel Moise was assassinated and buried in his hometown.

July 24, 2021

The body of slain Haitian President Jovenel Moise was laid to rest Friday in his hometown of Cap-Haitien, where gunshots were heard during the service,...

United States

At the Key West festival, Hemingway impersonators compete.

July 24, 2021

Ernest Hemingway impersonators are congregating in Florida to commemorate the late author's life and crown a champion impersonator. The Key West Hemingway Days began Thursday,...

Politics United States

Biden signs legislation to increase funding for the Crime Victims Fund.

July 23, 2021

President Joe Biden signed legislation on Thursday to increase funding for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. In a ceremony in the...

Politics United States

Democrats in the Senate are questioning the FBI’s handling of the Kavanaugh investigation tip line.

July 23, 2021

On Thursday, a group of Senate Democrats asked the FBI to look into sexual assault and misconduct allegations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, after...

United States

Due to a shortage of semiconductor chips, GM is temporarily closing plants in Indiana and Mexico.

July 23, 2021

General Motors announced next week that it will temporarily halt production of its full-size pickup trucks in Indiana and Mexico due, in part, to a...

United States

In January 6, a Maryland man becomes the 20th to enter a guilty plea. Riot in the Capitol

July 23, 2021

A Maryland man became the 20th person to enter a guilty plea for his role in the Jan. 6 riot at the United States Capitol....

United States

Mississippi Attorney General asks the United States Supreme Court to reconsider Roe v. Wade.

July 23, 2021

Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced Thursday that her office has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider Roe v. Wade in order to defend the...

Afghanistan United States

Pentagon: The United States launched airstrikes against the Taliban in support of Afghan forces.

July 23, 2021

According to Pentagon spokesman John Kirby, the US has conducted airstrikes against the Taliban in support of Afghan forces. During a press briefing, Kirby said...

Israel United States

The Justice Department has recovered 17 Jewish artefacts that were stolen during the Holocaust.

July 23, 2021

The Justice Department announced Thursday that law enforcement officials in the United States recovered funeral scrolls, manuscripts, and records taken from Jewish communities during World...

United States Video

The video wall at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium has collapsed.

July 23, 2021

A video wall collapsed Thursday at the site of a music festival set to take place over the weekend in Florida. The Rolling Loud music...

United States

Larry Elder, a talk show host, has been reinstated to the California governor recall ballot by a judge.

July 22, 2021

After determining that he had complied with the state's legal requirements, a California judge ruled Wednesday that conservative talk radio host Larry Elder be reinstated...

Markets United States

The Dow rises 286 points as markets rebound for the second day in a row.

July 22, 2021

On Wednesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 286 points as markets rallied for the second day in a row. The blue-chip index gained 0.83...

COVID-19 United States

The states reach a $26 billion opioid settlement with Johnson & Johnson and the “big three” distributors.

July 22, 2021

On Wednesday, a coalition of state attorneys general announced a proposed $26 billion settlement with pharmaceutical companies linked to the opioid crisis. Under the settlement,...

Entertainment United States

Harvey Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to an 11-count sex assault indictment in Los Angeles.

July 22, 2021

Harvey Weinstein, a former movie producer, pleaded not guilty to 11 sexual assault counts in Los Angeles on Wednesday after being charged with sexually assaulting...

United States

Florida condo collapse Survivors disagree on the future of the site at a court hearing.

July 22, 2021

Survivors of a 12-story oceanfront condominium that collapsed in Surfside, Fla., appeared in court for the first time Wednesday, offering opposing views on how or...

United States

For the first time, a roseate spoonbill has been spotted in Michigan.

July 22, 2021

The first roseate spoonbill bird ever seen in the wild in Michigan, according to wildlife officials, may have escaped from a zoo. This week, birdwatchers...

United States

Unruly passenger incidents are on the rise, according to the FAA.

July 22, 2021

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, nearly 100 more incidences of rowdy passenger behaviour were documented on US airlines just last week. The latest batch...

Politics United States

Next month, Vice President Joe Biden will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House.

July 22, 2021

The White House announced on Wednesday that President Joe Biden will meet with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, towards the end of next month. The...

United States

To avoid the death penalty, a San Diego synagogue shooter has entered a guilty plea.

July 22, 2021

A man has pleaded guilty to a deadly shooting attack at a Southern California synagogue two years ago and will serve the rest of his...

Politics United States

Three Republican appeals to the House Ethics Committee over $500 mask fines were denied.

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021

The United States' Committee on Ethics The House of Representatives rejected three Republican legislators' appeals against fines for not wearing masks on the House floor...

United States

Keith Raniere, the founder of NXIVM, was sentenced to pay $3.46 million to 21 victims.

July 22, 2021

On Tuesday, a federal judge ordered NXIVM founder Keith Raniere to pay $3.46 million in restitution to 21 alleged sex cult victims. U.S. District Judge...

United States

The United States military and Georgia defence forces are preparing for the ‘Agile Spirit’ exercise.

July 22, 2021

The United States military and Georgia defence forces are prepared to begin the two-week Agile Spirit exercise next week at several of Georgia's military training...

United States

The Senate will look at the links between cryptocurrencies and cybercrime.

July 22, 2021

Sen. Gary Peters, chairman of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, stated on Tuesday that the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and...

COVID-19 Sport United States

Arsenal, a member of the English Premier League, has cancelled a trip to the United States because to COVID-19.

July 21, 2021

Arsenal, an English Premier League soccer club, was forced to abandon its preseason tour in the United States because to many positive COVID-19 cases among...