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Trapped drivers swam out of their cars. A woman died after being swept away by floodwaters. What to know about the heavy rainfall hitting the Northeast
Intense rain and flash flooding that left at least one dead in southeastern New York continued to pelt the Northeast on Monday, forcing residents from their homes and prompting road closures and water rescues.
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Young person’s lawyer disputes allegations against BBC presenter
A lawyer for the young person at the center of a controversy involving an unnamed BBC presenter has disputed the claims reported in The Sun newspaper, saying they were “rubbish.”
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Travis Scott's 'Utopia' Concert at the Pyramids of Giza Sets Records, Sells Out Premium and VIP Tickets in Mere Minutes
As the fervor surrounding Travis Scott's transcendent voyage to Egypt intensifies, a new wave of excitement crashes upon the shores of anticipation. In a remarkable display of fan enthusiasm, it has been reported that all premium and VIP tickets for the American rapper's monumental "Utopia" concert, scheduled for July 28, vanished into thin air a mere 15 minutes after their prices were unveiled to the public. Astonishingly swift, this unprecedented sellout left countless devotees yearning for a glimpse of Scott's otherworldly performance at the Pyramids of Giza.
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No jackpot winners after Saturday’s Powerball drawing, prize jumps to an estimated $650 million
There were no jackpot winners after Saturday’s Powerball drawing for the massive $615 million prize – the 10th largest Powerball prize in history, according to its website.
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Stamp prices are going up starting Sunday
The US Postal Service will increase prices on first-class mail stamps to 66 cents from 63 cents.
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Oklahoma judge dismisses Tulsa race massacre reparations case filed by last known survivors
An Oklahoma judge dismissed the reparations lawsuit filed by the last three known survivors of the Tulsa race massacre on Friday, court records show.
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A top House Republican backs Biden’s decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine, while a prominent Democrat disagrees
A top House Republican said Sunday he agreed with the Biden administration’s contentious decision to supply cluster munitions to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package, while a prominent progressive Democrat said the US risks “losing our moral leadership” over the move.
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Rocking the Summer: Queen's Music Takes Center Stage at the Hobby Center
Audiences experienced an electrifying night on Saturday as they danced in their seats and sang along to their favorite Queen songs with the Houston Symphony. Creating a rock concert atmosphere, audience members waved their flashlights to the music. The Houston Symphony, with the power of a full rock band, performed a set list of Queen's iconic hits, capturing the spirit of rock and roll and the opera-infused song "Bohemian Rhapsody." It was a feel-good night suitable for all ages.
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Attorney for former West Virginia basketball head coach said he did not resign, threatens to sue school if not reinstated
Former West Virginia University men’s head basketball coach Bob Huggins claims he did not resign from the school after he was arrested and charged with driving under the influence in Pittsburgh last month, his attorney said.
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Senator Chuck Schumer calls for FDA investigation into high caffeine content of PRIME Energy drinks
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has called on the US Food and Drug Administration to investigate the high caffeine content of PRIME Energy drinks, which he claims are being targeted to children as “one of the summer’s hottest beverages for kids.”
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Houston Texans and Crime Stoppers Join Tech Leader to Surprise Youth
Loud cheers and big smiles filled the gymnasium at the Mission Bend Boys and Girls Club in Fort Bend County. Comcast, the company powering the Xfinity 10G Network, surprised the audience this week with much-needed devices – brand new laptops. Watch the incredible moment.
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What Biden needs to accomplish with his NATO trip
President Joe Biden embarks on a weeklong trip to Europe on Sunday, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for the future of the NATO alliance.
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Banks with at least $100 billion in assets could face higher capital limits
Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr said Monday he is proposing stricter bank capital requirements in light of three major US bank failures earlier this year.
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Michael Barr, Vice Chair for Supervision at the Federal Reserve, testifies about recent bank failures during a US Senate Committee on Banking, House and Urban …
Published on July 10, 2023
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Mirra Andreeva, 16, loses to Madison Keys at Wimbledon after controversially being docked a point
Teenage tennis sensation Mirra Andreeva’s dream Wimbledon run ended in controversial fashion on Monday after the Russian was docked a point for throwing her racket.
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Elon Musk jet-tracking account moves to Twitter rival Threads
One of Elon Musk’s least-favorite Twitter users is moving to Meta’s competing platform Threads.
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An illustration picture shows two mobile phones displaying the login page of the social media app 'Threads' (L) and the 'Twitter' account of Elon Musk …
Published on July 10, 2023
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Biden meets King Charles III for the first time since coronation
President Joe Biden and King Charles III on Monday met for the first time since the British monarch’s coronation, with the US president visiting Windsor Castle for all the pomp and circumstance that comes with a royal meeting.
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Yellen speaks to reporters at the US embassy in Beijing on Sunday at the conclusion of her trip. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Peter/Reuters
Published on July 9, 2023
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The USPS is seeking to raise the price of a first-class stamp from 63 cents to 66 cents, up 32 percent since 2019 when the …
Published on July 9, 2023
