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ABC News - Top stories
DNC 2024 Day 4 live updates: Harris says she will 'fight for America's future'
Rep. Maxwell Frost, the first member of Gen Z elected to Congress, talked about climate change during his remarks.2 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Could Commanders trade for Brandon Aiyuk? Washington not out of running for star WR, per report
Washington's brass could be playing chess2 hours ago - NFL -
The Hill - Politics
Ann Coulter criticized for now-deleted post mocking Tim Walz's son
Conservative commentator Ann Coulter was roundly criticized on social media over a now-deleted post where she mocked the behavior of the son of vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). “Talk ...3 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Kerry Washington reunites with 'Scandal' co-star Tony Goldwyn at DNC
“Scandal” stars Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn reunited on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Thursday, taking a selfie video with the crowd for social media. Washington took to the stage first, touting her support for ...4 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn reunite to support Harris at DNC
"Scandal" co-stars Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn reunited at the Democratic National Convention to support Vice President Kamala Harris. Washington is the host for the final night of the convention.4 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Travers Stakes 2024 predictions, odds, horses, time, entries, post positions: Expert picks from racing insider
When is the Travers Stakes 2024? The Travers 2024 takes place on Saturday at 6:10 p.m. ET at Saratoga Race Course4 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Kerry Washington kicks off final night of DNC with Tony Godwin, does Kamala pronunciation explainer
Actress Kerry Washington and her "Scandal" co-star, Tony Goldwyn, kicked off the final night of the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. Washington was then joined by Kamala Harris' grand nieces for an explainer on how to pronounce ...4 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Kamala Harris’s critics are totally wrong about taxing unrealized gains
I’m trying to work out if I’ve ever heard as much nonsense in such a short period of time as I’m hearing right now about the Biden-Harris plan to tax unrealized capital gains.6 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Bears rookie punter trolls Caleb Williams for post-draft message after offense's slow start in preseason game
Tory Taylor was able to rib his new QB during one of Chicago's exhibition matchups6 hours ago - NFL -
The New York Times - World
What I’m reading: A ‘Book of the Century’ I’d Somehow Missed
“The Last Samurai,” which has nothing to do with the Tom Cruise movie of the same name, is as good as everyone says.7 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Photo posted by Anthony Duclair sparks debate on player grooming rules
New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello has long enforced a rule on players having short haircuts and no facial hair7 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Commanders trade Jahan Dotson to Eagles: What it means for Jayden Daniels, Washington's WRs and the future
Washington has big questions out wide, but coaches are confident7 hours ago - NFL -
NBC News - Top stories
California principal on leave after parent posts video of administrator's 'weird' dance with mascot
A principal in Atwater, California, is on leave after a parent posted video of him dancing with a mascot at a rally, leading some to question whether it was inappropriate and unprofessional.8 hours ago - California -
Inc. - Business
When Transitioning CEOs, Don't Make This Critical Mistake
Ongoing communication leads to more successful business outcomes.9 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Cristiano Ronaldo is a YouTube star after just one day of posting videos
Soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo is adding YouTube star to his list of accolades.9 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Why Jayden Daniels will break Washington's alarming run of failed first-round picks
The wait will be worth it10 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Iowa suspends Ferentz for QB recruiting violation
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz and assistant Jon Budmayr have been suspended one game for a violation related to the recruitment of transfer quarterback Cade McNamara.10 hours ago - NFL -
ESPN - Sports
Yanks back Judge after criticism from LLWS coach
After a Little League coach called out Aaron Judge for ignoring his team, the Yankees rallied behind their star, saying he "always acts with kindness and respect."11 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
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US-Best-Sellers-Books-PW Week ending 8/17/202411 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Shapiro fires back at Trump after post slamming convention speech
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) clapped back at former President Trump's criticism of his Democratic National Convention speech, stating the former president is "obsessed" with him and "continuing to spew hate and division." "I think it’s clear ...12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
'We screwed up': Lionsgate recalls trailer for 'Megalopolis' with fabricated critics' quotes
The trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis” film was recalled Wednesday because critic quotes used in it were fabricated.13 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ recalled over fabricated critics’ quotes
Lionsgate recalled its new trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis” Wednesday amid revelations that critics’ quotes were fabricated15 hours ago -
CBS News - Politics
Vance rejects Walz's claims about Trump agenda in post-DNC interview
While Democrats rallied in Chicago, former President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance hit the campaign trail in North Carolina. Trump addressed criticism from the Obamas, urging them to "stick to policy," while Vance, in an exclusive interview with ...16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
Beyond ‘weird’: Walz intensifies Trump criticism in convention debut
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump tries out ‘common sense’ messaging and RFK Jr expected to drop out16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ESPN - Sports
Charles moves into second on WNBA scoring list
Tina Charles moved into second all time in scoring in the WNBA, posting 12 points in Atlanta's win against Phoenix on Wednesday night to bring her career total to 7,491.16 hours ago - WNBA -
CBS Sports - Sports
Browns trade backup kicker to Washington for conditional draft compensation, per report
The Commanders add competition at kicker ahead of the regular season17 hours ago - NFL -
The Guardian - World
Revealed: JD Vance promoted far-right views in speech about extremists’ book
Up from Conservatism advocates repeal of Civil Rights Act, investigations into ‘gay lifestyle’ and defunding childcare. In a December 2023 speech, JD Vance defended a notorious white nationalist convicted over 2016 election disinformation, ...18 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Hell hath no fury like a librarian scorned in the book banning wars
The new memoir 'That Librarian' by Amanda Jones is a troubling portrait of America's culture war over censorship and book banning19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Senior Thai politician who slapped reporter to be investigated
Thai parliament to investigate Prawit Wongsuwon after he repeatedly hit a journalist as she tried to ask him questions. Thailand’s parliament has said it will investigate a senior politician and former army chief after he was filmed slapping a ...22 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Tina Charles becomes No. 2 all-time scorer in WNBA history as Dream center passes Tina Thompson
Charles' return to the league this season proved to be a smart one for her in the record books23 hours ago - WNBA -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Five Best: Books on Expeditions
Selected by Keith Thomson, the author of ‘Paradise of the Damned: The True Story of an Obsessive Quest for El Dorado, the Legendary City of Gold.’1 day ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Nick Saban's testy relationship with 'narcissistic' Lane Kiffin examined in new book
Nick Saban reportedly didn't appreciate Lane Kiffin's response to his leadership.1 day ago -
Yahoo News - World
Posts falsely depict old Japan quake photos as aftermath of August 2024 jolt
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Is this a new Tua Tagovailoa? Dolphins QB showing a bold side with his open criticism of ex-coach Brian Flores
Armed with a massive new contract, Tua wasn't afraid to call out his former coach. It says something about the QB's confidence.1 day ago - NFL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Dream's Tina Charles passes Tina Thompson for 2nd on all-time WNBA scoring list
She's got a long way to go to catch Diana Taurasi.1 day ago - WNBA -
The Hill - Politics
Ron Johnson says Trump, Kennedy joining forces would be 'fabulous'
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said in a Wednesday interview it would be “fabulous” if former President Trump and independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined forces to win a hypothetical second term in office for Trump. Johnson specifically ...1 day ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Cowboys agree to terms with DT Linval Joseph
On Tuesday, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones alluded to a new addition on the defensive line.1 day ago - NFL -
NBC News - Politics
Bill Pascrell, longtime N.J. congressman and fierce Trump critic, dies at 87
WASHINGTON — Democratic Rep. Bill Pascrell, whose career in rough-and-tumble New Jersey politics spanned four decades and who in his later years became known for his sharp barbs against Donald Trump, died Wednesday, his family said in a statement ...1 day ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Vladimir Putin manipulated Donald Trump’s ‘ego and insecurities’, book says
Former US national security adviser HR McMaster claims Russian president had a hold over Trump in new memoir. Vladimir Putin exploited Donald Trump ’s “ego and insecurities” to exert an almost mesmeric hold over the former US president, who ...1 day ago