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World Cup quarterfinals begin with France versus Morocco 09.07.2026 3:39
The first of four World Cup quarterfinal matches is Thursday night.
Bill Ritter on his Alzheimer's diagnosis and new mission 09.07.2026 9:41
Longtime WABC anchor Bill Ritter has been a mainstay of New York's news scene for decades. So, it came as a shock when he announced he would step away from the anchor desk last month because of a diagnosis of Alzheimer's.
The 'grandparent economy' quietly keeping Americans afloat 09.07.2026 5:20
According to one study, the “grandparent economy” — grandparents’ financial support of their grandchildren — adds up to more than $903 billion each year.
U.S. and Iran exchange airstrikes 09.07.2026 5:39
The strikes came hours after President Trump said the ceasefire is over.
Trump's return to U.S. in old Air Force One raises questions about security 09.07.2026 2:07
In a surprise switch, President Trump left Turkey in an older Air Force One plane instead of a Boeing 747 luxury jet that was donated by Qatar last year.
Meet the winners and losers in Trump's crypto business 09.07.2026 5:58
Most ordinary investors in Trump cryptocurrencies have lost money.
Your new car may nickle and dime you with subscription services 09.07.2026 7:57
Newer vehicles are coming equipped with convenient and safety-driven software — but you may need to pay a monthly fee to access it.
Trump says U.S.-Iran ceasefire is over 08.07.2026 5:42
The president didn't rule out talks continuing to permanently end the war.
Trump criticizes NATO alliance. What is his motive? 08.07.2026 3:48
NATO leaders hope President Trump’s criticism of the alliance is aimed at getting Europe to spend more on defense.
Breaking down the 2026 Emmy nominations 08.07.2026 5:44
The Television Academy announced its annual nominations on Wednesday.
Why does replacing Chicago's lead pipes cost so much? 08.07.2026 5:46
Chicago has more than 400,000 lead water lines, the largest known municipal inventory of lead pipes in the country.
What happens when we outsource creative brainstorming to AI? 08.07.2026 10:55
National surveys find more than 85% of U.S. college students use artificial intelligence tools to explain complex concepts, summarize articles and research, and even to brainstorm ideas.
'Baby Dunks-A-Lot': Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is out with a new picture book 08.07.2026 9:33
The new children's book is the second in Tatum's "Baby Dunks-A-Lot" series.
Colorado baseball team, students and the feds team up to save an endangered fish 08.07.2026 5:13
The razorback sucker has been swimming in the Colorado River for an estimated 5 million years before humans nearly fished them out of existence. Now, high schoolers are teaming up with a local baseball team and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to save this beloved fish.
Her terminal brain cancer inspired her to start a Pep Talk Library 08.07.2026 9:43
When Caroline Catlin found out she had an incurable brain cancer, the news understandably devastated her. But Catlin turned her diagnosis around to help others.
What to expect from the World Cup quarterfinals 08.07.2026 4:54
Of the 48 teams competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, only eight are left.
Trump injects uncertainty into NATO summit, promises to 'hit Iran hard' 08.07.2026 6:39
At the NATO summit in Turkey, President Trump vowed to escalate military strikes against Iran and is trying to hammer out a security guarantee for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
Kenya grapples with reduced U.S. aid 08.07.2026 3:47
Purity Wambui was diagnosed with tuberculosis when it was pretty far advanced. It's possible that, had health funding from the U.S. not been reduced, the illness may have been caught in time to save her.
Teen inventor Evan Budz and his environmental robot turtle 08.07.2026 6:28
Canadian high schooler Evan Budz's award-winning robot turtle BURT can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems.
CDC emails reveal challenges facing its next director 08.07.2026 4:23
Internal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention emails released by Sen. Bernie Sanders show agency leaders navigating political pressures and shifting norms under the Trump administration.
Picklemania is everywhere. What makes a good one? 07.07.2026 9:05
Once a humble burger garnish, the preserved cucumber is now a social media star and secret weapon for elite athletes.
What's next for Xbox, as owner Microsoft slashes staff and pulls out of studios? 07.07.2026 5:41
This week, 1,600 Xbox employees lost their jobs
Drought emergency leaves ranchers struggling 07.07.2026 3:48
Colorado has joined several Western states in declaring statewide emergency drought declarations.
What do Democratic Socialists want? 07.07.2026 5:49
There has been a string of primary wins by Democratic Socialist candidates.
Once an industrial center, China's Northeast region is cultural hub 07.07.2026 5:20
This rust belt area is the source of music, literature, comedy and culture that have gained wide popularity.
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