7 Killed in Kabul Airport Chaos as Taliban Patrols Capital
Thousands of Afghans rushed into Kabul’s main airport Monday, some so desperate to escape the Taliban that they held onto a military jet as it took off and plunged to their deaths.
Search for Survivors Continues After Haiti Earthquake
The latest numbers stand at 1,297 dead with at least 5,700 people injured, and thousands more displaced.
US Probing Autopilot Problems on 765,000 Tesla Vehicles
The investigation covers Tesla's entire current model lineup, the Models Y, X, S and 3 from the 2014 through 2021 model years. Of the crashes identified as part of the probe, 17 people were injured and one was killed.
At least 304 dead, 1,800 hurt as powerful quake slams Haiti
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — A powerful magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck southwestern Haiti on Saturday, killing at least 304 people and injuring at least 1,800 others as buildings tumbled into rubble. Prime Minister Ariel Henry said he was rushing aid to…
Biden orders 1,000 more troops to aid Afghanistan departure
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden authorized on Saturday an additional 1,000 U.S. troops for deployment to Afghanistan, raising to roughly 5,000 the number of U.S. troops to ensure what Biden called an “orderly and safe drawdown” of American and…
Virus claims more young victims as deaths climb yet again
MIAMI (AP) — A young mother had just celebrated her first wedding anniversary and was one of six members of a Jacksonville church to die over a 10-day span. Another Florida woman had just given birth to her first child,…
7.2 magnitude earthquake hits off the coast of Haiti
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Haiti on Saturday.
Rush of troops to Kabul tests Biden's withdrawal deadline
WASHINGTON (AP) — The last-minute decision to send 3,000 U.S. troops to Afghanistan to help partially evacuate the U.S. Embassy is calling into question whether President Joe Biden will meet his Aug. 31 deadline for fully withdrawing combat forces. The…
Man kills 5, himself in UK's first mass shooting in decade
A young man killed five people and then took his own life in Britain’s first mass shooting in over a decade.
President Biden made 'Obamacare' cheaper, now sign-up deadline is here
Sunday is the deadline for consumers to take advantage of a special sign-up period for private coverage made more affordable by the COVID-19 relief law.
Woman using gun's laser sight to play with cat shoots friend
A Wisconsin woman accidentally shot a friend while using the laser sight on a handgun to play with a cat.
203 cases of COVID-19 linked to Chicago's Lollapalooza
No sign of a ‘superspreader event’ at Lollapalooza, an event that drew 385,000 to Chicago a couple of weeks ago. Festival goers had to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test, the same as the Moon River Festival coming to Chattanooga also requires.
Census shows US is diversifying, white population shrinking
The U.S. became more diverse and more urban over the past decade, and the white population dropped for the first time on record according to the latest Census records.
US troops to help evacuate some embassy staff in Afghanistan
The United States is evacuating some personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and U.S. troops will be assisting at the Kabul airport.
Health & Human Services Orders COVID-19 Vaccinations for Workers
The federal Department of Health and Human Services is requiring employees who provide care for patients to get their COVID-19 vaccinations.
CDC Urges COVID-19 Vaccines for Pregnant Women
Expectant women run a higher risk of severe illness and pregnancy complications from the coronavirus, including perhaps miscarriages and stillbirths. The updated guidance comes after a CDC analysis of new safety data showed no increased risks of miscarriage for those who received at least one dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine before 20 weeks of pregnancy.
EXPLAINER: What's at Stake in Boys Scouts Bankruptcy Case
A judge will hold a hearing starting Thursday to decide whether to approve a settlement agreement. At stake is the possibility the Boy Scouts of America will be forced to liquidate its assets and cease to exist.
Plan to replace aging postal truck fleet delayed by lawsuit
The primary fleet of vehicles — dating to 1987 — was due to be replaced under a new contract but the winning bid for the new trucks is being challenged.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns over sexual harassment
Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday.
Texas Gov. Abbott seeks out-of-state help against COVID-19
Gov. Greg Abbott appealed for out-of-state help to fight the third wave of COVID-19 in Texas.
COVID vaccines would be required for military under new plan
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Sept. 15, under a plan announced by the Pentagon.
Canada reopens its border for vaccinated US visitors
Canada lifted its prohibition on Americans crossing the border to shop, vacation or visit on Monday while the United States is maintaining similar restrictions for Canadians.
'Code red': UN scientists warn of worsening global warming
As the planet warms, places will get hit more not just by extreme weather but by multiple climate disasters at once, the report said. That’s like what’s now happening in the Western U.S., where heat waves, drought and wildfires compound the damage.
Bobby Bowden, folksy coach of Florida St dynasty, dies at 91
The beloved, folksy Hall of Fame coach who built one of the most prolific college football programs in history died early Sunday at 91.