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Trump attacks NBC journalist, then abruptly ends the interview

After repeated fact-checks and challenges, Trump turned his frustration and anger on NBC and Kristen Welker

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Only in New York: Trump, Mamdani and Elmo talk NBA finals

A president, a mayor and a muppet have little in common — except New York's growing NBA Finals obsession

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Trump’s “hero image” includes lions, camels and motorcycles

The surreal video by a Trump-backed candidate adds to a growing archive of idealized AI imagery of "America's hero"

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Pentagon slashes recognized religions down to just 31 faiths

In an effort to streamline operations, military faith recognitions went from 200 to 31, mostly Christian beliefs

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It’s June: Welcome to “Nuclear Family Month”

Republican state officials recast June as just for traditional families, challenging local Pride Month celebrations

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Trump’s latest spending defense springs a leak

Trump claims Obama and Biden spent "hundreds of millions" on similar renovations, but records show otherwise

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Santos, Lindell, Proud Boys eye Trump’s $1.8B fund

"Anti-weaponization" compensation attracts claims from Jan. 6 defendants, political allies, and election deniers

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Trump says cognitive test proves “extreme intelligence,” doctors disagree

Doctors say MoCA is screening tool for cognitive impairment, not intelligence test, despite Trump’s intellect claim

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Trump says he could replace Freedom 250 artists himself

After multiple performers withdrew, Trump mocked them and proposed turning event into an “AMERICA IS BACK" rally

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Trump’s angry tirade after judge blocks “Trump Kennedy Center”

The president's late-night social media tirade ended with a threat to hand the institution back to Congress

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Trump, nearing 80, faces renewed health scrutiny

Trump’s upcoming medical visit renews debate over presidential age, health transparency and fitness for office

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Summer travel kicks off with mixed forecast, rising costs

Memorial Day travel demand remains strong as NOAA predicts below-normal hurricane season and rising vacation costs

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Trump’s holiday message targets “Dumocrats”

Trump’s Memorial Day posts continued his blending ceremonial patriotism with political combat and online mythology

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“Lethality over likability”: Military graduations boost political theater

Trump, Hegseth and Caine celebrate 2026 military graduates with political and culture wars and anti-woke jokes

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Trump intensifies attack on citizenship rights

Green card applicants face increased scrutiny as Trump again targets birthright citizenship and the 14th Amendment

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Trump’s vision of the White House is starting to look like a fortress

After another shooting nearby, Trump again used it in his narrative of permanent threat and militarized spectacle

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Colbert isn’t gone, he just changed channels for a day

After a CBS farewell watched by millions, the host popped up on a Michigan public access show watched by hundreds

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A Trump family wedding, and the explanation that overshadowed it

Donald Trump Jr. married Bettina Anderson in a private ceremony, but his father's absence was oddly explained away

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Trump trashes Colbert’s high-rated finale as “no ratings”

Late Show finale surged in viewership, Trump attacks with AI clip showing him throwing Colbert into dumpster

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Christian nationalists pray for a return to America’s “Christian roots”

Christian Nationalists gather to pray for a return to America's "Christian roots" to kick off the 250th celebration

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“We won’t go back”: Still marching in Selma for voting rights in 2026

Invoking the legacy of 1965 Selma marches, protesters march for voting access and representation in 2026

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“The Golden Calf”: Trump’s sculpture artist speaks out

The Ohio artist tells the story of being hired by "cryptobros" and the constant edits of Trump's "turkey neck"

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“Tenacity & gratitude”: 2026 graduations hear strong advice and pushback on intentional controversy

Graduation season 2026 shows how universities struggle to maintain consensus over what is wisdom and inspiration

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PCOS is now PMOS. Millions of women might now get better diagnosis, treatment

This change to this common reproductive health issue could lead to better and earlier treatment for 15% of women.

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The new Helen of Troy is Black — and that’s upsetting racists

The controversy of Lupita Nyong'o in “The Odyssey” echoes earlier backlash to casting in other fantasy adaptations

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Trump Mobile promised a gold phone. Customers are still waiting

Trump-branded phone launched with patriotic fanfare, but shifting timelines and limited updates fuel uncertainty

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Trump’s newest gold statue revives “golden calf” criticism

Trump’s fascination with gold aesthetics fuels criticism from religious observers uneasy with his imagery, branding

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The art Nazis stole is still waiting to go home

Musée d’Orsay’s new permanent gallery exposes the unfinished search for justice decades after World War II

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RFK Jr. pushes “personal choice” over teen tanning bed ban

Public health officials warn the decision fits a growing pattern of deregulation across youth health policy

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When Canvas crashed, colleges had no backup plan

The nationwide cybersecurity incident exposed how fragile our increasingly digital campuses are during finals week

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New York Archdiocese proposes $800 million abuse settlement

Covering over 1300 survivors, the deal is part of a broader pattern, beginning with Boston and expanded nationwide

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Show ID to eat? Todd Blanche makes awkward analogy to support federal voter ID law

Acting AG compares voter ID with an ID shown to eat, sparking backlash and the reality gap with daily American life

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“The man, the myth, the liability”: SNL’s “Pete Hegseth” shares cold open with new “Kash Patel”

Like usual, the familiar cold open anchored the latest episode of "Saturday Night Live" and featured a new cameo

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“I HAVE ALL THE CARDS”: Trump’s late night posting spree features new AI images

He posted online 11 times in under an hour, combining altered visuals, repeated imagery and political commentary

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Spirit Airlines collapses after bailout efforts fail

The shutdown of Spirit marks end of a major low-cost carrier and raises questions about budget air travel in future

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Court ruling fuels new push to restrict abortion pills by mail

Targeting mifepristone’s delivery system raises practical and medical questions that extend far beyond abortion

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“You should be ashamed of yourself”: Trump pushes back in post-shooting interview

Trump disputes claims tied to suspect writings, pushes back on framing of WHCD shooting during 60 Minutes interview

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A “manifesto” surfaces in WHCA shooting case

Investigators examine the suspect's writings as questions grow over motive and which officials were targeted

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Gunfire erupts at WHCA dinner, Trump evacuated

Suspect armed with multiple firearms stopped at security checkpoint; only an officer injured in response

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Trump cancels latest Iran War peace talks trip

The reversal highlights the instability of the current diplomatic status between the US and the rest of the world

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Roommate charged in deaths of two USF students

The case shifted from missing persons of Bangladeshi doctoral students to a double homicide investigation

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Appeals court says no: Trump’s asylum restrictions hit another legal barrier

An appeals court says the administration can't rewrite who gets protection, setting up a fight in the Supreme Court

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A $12 commute becomes a $150 World Cup ride

NJ Transit’s pricing plan is drawing backlash over affordability and access for incoming fans and local commuters

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Obama and Mamdani read and sing with Bronx pre-K students

Their first in-person meeting highlights early education, and Obama’s promise to advise the city’s new mayor

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Clarence Thomas blames progressivism for Hitler. Historians aren’t having it

Experts say the justice’s remarks misrepresent the causes of authoritarianism while inflaming political rhetoric

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From campuses to classrooms: Turning Point USA’s next frontier

The expansion into high schools with political backing is intensifying a national fight over education and ideology

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Trump touts UFC event amid escalating Iran tensions

Trump announced UFC fight lineup at White House event for his 80th birthday as tensions with Iran escalated

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“LOCKED AND LOADED”: Trump orders Hormuz blockade

After Vance's marathon peace talks failed, Trump announced a blockade and warned of further escalation with Iran

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Swalwell scandal grows as Democrats call for exit

New assault allegations and political backlash put Swalwell’s CA gubernatorial bid under increasing strain

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No, Michael J. Fox isn’t dead — and he’s joking about it

The actor reassured fans and joked online after a mistaken CNN report of his death spread briefly online

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