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Kelly Ripa's painful surgery leaves her unable to speak
Mark Consuelos revealed Kelly Ripa's gum graft surgery left her unable to talk, sharing details of her painful recovery with guest Nick Jonas.
‘The Long Walk’ on HBO Max Proves David Jonsson Is an Inspired Choice for Marvel’s New Black Panther
David Jonsson's dialogue-heavy walk-and-talk role in a recent Stephen King adaptation may be the key to his Black Panther III casting.
Trump says he’ll ask Putin about Zelensky’s claim that Russia is sharing intelligence with Iran
President Donald Trump downplayed the impact of reports from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Russia is sharing satellite imagery of U.S. bases in t…
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Kim Kardashian’s latest lace-up look is completely see-through from the waist down
She’s returning to her style roots with her latest racy look.
Former college soccer player found dead off San Diego beach in one of nation's wealthiest beach communities
Bryn Waite, a former Central Washington University soccer player from Anchorage, was found dead in …
AEW Redemption shakes up All In landscape with Will Ospreay drama
AEW Redemption felt like a very different offering in the event's debut.
Bryan Kohberger waived his appeal rights but plans on pursuing post-conviction relief: sources
Bryan Kohberger plans to file for post-conviction relief after pleading guilty to killing four Univ…
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McConnell Extends Senate Leave, Will Miss State Picnic
A new statement said the senator was not “medically cleared” to leave a rehabilitation facility and…
McConnell out of hospital but not yet cleared to return to work, doctors say
The 84-year-old Republican senator has been away from work for weeks amid ongoing speculation about…
The 'cockroach' in the machine: How Gen Z is rattling South Asia's elites
South Asia's leaders have long boasted about their demographic dividend. But the region's young peo…
Bryan Kohberger, Convicted in Idaho College Killings, Seeks to Take Back Guilty Plea
In an interview from prison, Bryan Kohberger said he had filed a petition to reopen the case. He bl…
Europe
The Guardian view on Europe’s wildfires: politics must catch up with the new reality | Editorial
At a time when the quickening pace of global heating has never been clearer, climate policies are b…
Ben Jennings on southern Europe’s wildfires – cartoon
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France and Spain race to contain huge wildfires before fresh heatwave begins
Officials talk of ‘absolutely critical’ days for firefighters before rise again from middle of the …
Ukraine dismisses Iranian threats as Caspian Sea strike directly links wars
Iran has reacted with fury to the assault on the vessel, with Tehran's foreign minister saying it "…
Asia
Iran's shadow oil billions vanish as trusties flee, Interpol red notices issued
James Comey says seashells post was a political speech, not a threat against Trump
Former FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) director James Comey urged a judge on Monday to throw …
After 224 years, Australia finally eradicates pigs from Kangaroo Island
Australia celebrates a significant conservation victory with the successful removal of all feral pi…
Bill Oddie, wildlife presenter and star of British comedy series The Goodies, dies at 85
UK television personality Bill Oddie, best known for his role in the television comedy series The G…
Africa
'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend …
Nigeria seizes thousands of kilograms of drugs as trafficking concerns grow
Authorities say criminal networks are using Nigeria's strategic ports, airports and commercial infr…
Israel and DR Congo pledge stronger ties during foreign minister's Jerusalem visit
Speaking after the signing ceremony, Wagner said both countries are seeking to build a long-term pa…
Cameroon: President Paul Biya criticised for weeks-long trip to Geneva
Cameroon's president Paul Biya has been in Switzerland for several weeks now. His health has been t…
Oceania
Allan Titford granted parole on 10th attempt
He was found guilty in 2013 of 39 charges related to raping his wife, violence against his children…
Freezing start for much of New Zealand as bitter cold snap continues
Frosty mornings are expected to continue through the first half of the week, especially across the …
UK PM Burnham meets Zelenskyy, vows 'unwavering' support for Ukraine
Downing Street said the meeting was designed to underscore Britain's steadfast support for Ukraine.
More freezing temperatures expected this morning
Frosty mornings are expected to continue through the first half of the week, especially across the …
South America
El Reino Unido cede a Ucrania la patente de sus inhibidores para proteger drones y que pueda producirlos y usarlos en la guerra
El nuevo primer ministro británico reafirma ante el presidente ucranio, Volodímir Zelenski, de visi…
Trump trata de volver a la mesa de negociación con Irán tras dos semanas de guerra abierta
EE UU paraliza los ataques en los tres últimos días, pero Teherán niega contactos con Washington pa…
Abelardo de la Espriella anuncia el cierre de embajadas colombianas en 14 países
El presidente electo de Colombia justifica que su Gobierno no mantendrá relaciones diplomáticas con…
Apple supera a Nvidia como la empresa más capitalizada del mundo
El mercado premia a la compañía de la manzana por su moderación en las inversiones en IA
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Utah
War in Iran: The latest
The 200% ROI Upgrade Most Homeowners Overlook—And the Utah Company Doing It Right
'We cannot manufacture blood': American Red Cross declares national blood crisis for second time in its history
For the second time in its history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis.
Idaho
‘Extremely dangerous’ tornado hits northeast Wisconsin
By Meteorologist Dakota Smith, CNN (CNN) — An “extremely dangerous” tornado hit parts of Appleton a…
New York Times: Kohberger says he wants to withdraw plea and face trial for murder of Idaho college students
By Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — Bryan Kohberger, the man convicted of fatally stabbing four Unive…
James Comey asks judge to drop case over ‘86 47’ seashell post
By Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — Attorneys for former FBI Director James Comey asked a federal judge …
Wyoming
Cheatgrass is invading the best sagebrush left in the West. How can Wyoming hold the line? - Gillette News Record
Cheatgrass is invading the best sagebrush left in the West. How can Wyoming hold the line? Gillette…
Bagpipers Return to Casper Parade Day - Oil City News
Bagpipers Return to Casper Parade Day Oil City News
Thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in Cheyenne this week as heat lingers on - KGAB
Thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in Cheyenne this week as heat lingers on KGAB
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Romanian jet fighter shoots down suspected Russian drone
The incident adds to concern that Moscow’s war on Ukraine risks spilling over to entangle neighbour…
US records 2,318 measles cases, already surpassing 2025 total
Scientists warn that falling vaccination rates leave vulnerable groups such as young children more …
Trump's Newest Tariffs Are Likely Illegal Too
The Section 301 tariffs announced on Thursday overstep the powers granted by Congress and likely ru…
Trump Angers Some in Turning to a Never-Used Immigration Court; the Inspiration for It Is Hilarious
LeBron James' 76ers move sends social media into frenzy
LeBron James announced Friday that he's signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8M deal…
One Pennsylvania County Has 3,500 Noncitizens on Non-Juror List, Potentially Voting
Trump's Tariffs on 60 Countries Adopt Method Justice Brett Kavanaugh Laid Out in SCOTUS Ruling
The tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed on 60 countries Thursday night utilize one of the m…
WATCH: Jeffries claims GOP failed Americans as resolution to halt military action in Iran passes
Though the votes forced by Democrats are largely symbolic, they are meant as a strong signal to the…
