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He told Starbucks barista his name is 'Aziz.' The employee wrote 'ISIS.'

The incident happened in Philadelphia, the same city where two black men were handcuffed and arrested last year for sitting in a Starbucks without ordering. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MNzcUt

One dead, at least nine wounded in France after suspected knife attack

A suspect carrying a knife was arrested after assaulting residents at a bus stop, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NHQcLy

Seahawks acquire Jadeveon Clowney from Texans

The Texans, who currently do not have a general manager, are sure to take plenty of criticism for this deal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MQzjhZ

Meet Todrick Hall, a Taylor Swift pal who preaches inclusion

Hall, who co-produced Swift's anti-hate anthem “You Need to Calm Down,” has been preaching about self-acceptance and gay pride for much of his career. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NOEFu9

Watermelon margarita popsicles — plus 4 other summer cocktail hacks for Labor Day

Toast to summer with these easy cocktail tricks that will take your bar cart to the next level. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MPNtjK

Vice President Pence says, 'The Bible stays' at veterans hospital facing lawsuit

Pence said that under the Trump administration, "VA hospitals will not be religion-free zones." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NFIUb4

China's lunar rover has found something weird on the moon's far side

The discovery prompted scientists to postpone other plans and focus instead on trying to figure out what the substance is. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MMnZDC

India leaves nearly two million people off citizens' list

Critics accuse Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling Hindu nationalist party of stoking sentiment against immigrants and misusing the register to target even legal Muslim citizens. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NDyKYG

Woman tosses Molotov cocktail into Florida citizenship office

There were no injuries and the fuse disconnected from the bottle and didn't ignite, according to a report sent to administration officials. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MOHYBy

10 injured at Alabama high school football shooting

Two people were in custody, and the police chief says the violence likely stemmed from "beefs" on the street. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NFB7u1

California appeals court overturns conviction in Kate Steinle death

In 2015, Donald Trump said the shooting was a result of lax border security. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MOUK3d

DEA makes nearly 300 arrests in massive Florida crackdown

The DEA searched and shuttered a dozen pharmacies in Florida this week, seizing more than 200,000 opioids and other pills in a sweeping “surge operation.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NJbDvV

Valerie Harper of 'Mary Tyler Moore' fame dies from cancer at age 80

Best known for her funny, brash character Rhoda Morgenstern, she won four Emmy Awards. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MKz4oZ

Ex-Canadian PM apologizes for 'rooting' for Hurricane Dorian to hit Trump's Mar-a-Lago

Campbell, the first and only female prime minister of Canada, was excoriated online for her remark. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NJ9KiQ

Brother's arrest not first time Simone Biles has faced family turmoil

Biles, who is the most decorated American gymnast of all time, has written about growing up in and out of foster care. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MNNt3o

Survivors of Charleston mass shooting can sue federal government, court rules

Plaintiffs said the gunman should not have been able to purchase the weapon he used to kill nine people and wound three others at Mother Emanuel AME. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NMhW1B

Trial date set for men accused of plotting 9/11 terror attacks

Alleged mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four others charged in the attacks will stand trial at Guantánamo Bay beginning early 2021. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MOrKbQ

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey's account hacked

One of the first tweets sent from his "compromised" account was the N-word. Another, sent minutes later, praised Hitler. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NJNpl0

Democrats favor expanding ballot access. Just not in two key early states.

"Tele-caucus" plans to boost participation in 2020 were scrapped, leaving the party with no easy fix for what critics say is an undemocratic process. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MNNsMS

Hong Kong police fire tear gas, water cannon as protests turn violent

Fears of clashes were running high ahead of the demonstrations, aimed at marking the fifth anniversary of a decision by China to curtail democratic reforms in the former British colony. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NI1mQA

911 dispatcher scolds caller stranded in floodwaters shortly before she drowns

"You’re not going to die. I don’t know why you’re freaking out," the 911 operator said to the woman. When first responders reached the caller, she had died. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MOrFoy

Trump faces more 2020 danger if Democrat scores upset in N. Carolina special election

Analysis: The closely watched Sept. 10 vote will fill a House seat that is vacant after last year's results were invalidated due to election fraud. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NHM3XV

Taliban forces attack Afghan city amid peace talks with U.S.

President Donald Trump said Friday that the U.S. had good negotiations going on with the Islamist group but had not yet reached a deal on on U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MNK30D

Dior accused of racism, cultural appropriation for new 'Sauvage' cologne ad

"On its face, this is horrible. Then you confirm the name: Sauvage. Like 'savage,' but fancier," tweeted activist April Reign, who created the #OscarsSoWhite campaign. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZI2gi8

Trial date set for men accused of plotting 9/11 terror attacks

Alleged mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four others charged in the attacks will stand trial at Guantánamo Bay beginning early 2021. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbKsZ2

Democrats favor expanding ballot access. Just not in two key early states.

"Tele-caucus" plans to boost participation in 2020 were scrapped, leaving the party with no easy fix for what critics say is an undemocratic process. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZHa9oa

Feds announce seizure of enough fentanyl to kill 14 million people, 35 arrested

During the raids, dubbed "Operation Cookout," officials seized 30 kilograms each of fentanyl and heroin, 5 kilograms of cocaine, 24 firearms, and over $700,000 in cash. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Lb6wmj

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says racing career helped 'insulate' him during plane crash

Earnhardt Jr. said a lifetime of going 200 mph had him uniquely prepared for emotional fallout from a brush with death. His wife and year-old daughter were also unharmed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZHVcSG

$250 fine for white woman who brandished gun at black couple

The charge follows the widely shared video of a woman in a Kampgrounds of America shirt holding a revolver as she tells the couple to leave because they had no reservation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbZQV4

Don't buy street vaping products, CDC, FDA warn

Officials haven't identified a single product behind all of the recent illnesses. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZI1hi2

How to pack a suitcase like Marie Kondo

Is your suitcase usually a mess? Marie Kondo shows us her method for packing a perfectly organized suitcase. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L9mEom

Court finds racial bias for black man's case

Mississippi black man seeks justice after racial bias found in his case from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZAyhJ6

CDC: Mumps outbreak in detention centers exposed almost 900 migrants

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the first mumps outbreak in U.S. immigration detention facilities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Lbyi21

Mother insistent on finding answers in daughter's unsolved murder 27 years later

Tammy Zywicki went missing on her drive from Evanston, Illinois, to Grinnell College in Iowa in the summer of 1992. Her body was found nine days later in Missouri. She had been sexually assaulted and stabbed eight times. The Illinois State Police department and the Chicago FBI are conducting the investigation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbZKNc

Waiting for Dorian to hit, Floridians meme the time away

"Play the D Dorian Scale to pacify Hurricane Dorian" one Facebook event read, a tongue-in-cheek solution to stop the storm heading for Florida's eastern coast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZHa57U

Ex-detectives accused of having sex with teen in custody get probation

Eddie Martins, 39, and Richard Hall, 34, pleaded guilty Thursday to official misconduct and other charges stemming from the September 2017 encounter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbZJJ8

Medical care for detained migrants violates doctors' oath, says physician in JAMA commentary

"We’re proposing to not put health care providers in a position where they won’t be able to speak out" about violations, Dr. Paul Spiegel of Johns Hopkins said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZG6gj6

Miami orders scooters removed from streets before hurricane

Officials told the six companies that operate fleets in the city — Bird, Bolt, Uber’s Jump, Lime, Lyft and Spin — to clear out their scooters by noon on Friday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbZI82

From kiddie pools to Popsicle sticks, the next round of tariffs is a Labor Day downer

Labor Day staples such as picnic plates, soccer balls and sidewalk chalk could go up by 15 percent when the latest round of tariffs goes into effect Sept. 1. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZKk10B

Jim Leavelle, lawman at Lee Harvey Oswald's side, dies at 99

Jack Ruby shot the handcuffed presidential assassin at close range on live TV in 1963. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Le1XId

Hundreds of pigs escape Vermont farm; most back with help from trail of hot dog buns

The farmer faces tens of thousands of dollars in fines from the town for the pigs that have been spotted on and alongside the town road for weeks, creating a nuisance for drivers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZHa1oG

20 end-of-summer beach reads

Looking for the perfect book for Labor Day weekend? Read on. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LbJPyx

Valerie Harper of 'Mary Tyler Moore' fame dies from cancer at age 80

Best known for her funny, brash character Rhoda Morgenstern, she won four Emmy Awards. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZH9XFs

Tyler Skaggs found with fentanyl, oxycodone

The well-liked player was found dead in his hotel room in Texas on July 1. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LaaFH6

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey's account hacked

One of the first tweets sent from his "compromised" account was the N-word. Another, sent minutes later, praised Hitler. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZH9Tpc

CDC: Mumps outbreak in detention centers exposed almost 900 migrants

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the first mumps outbreak in U.S. immigration detention facilities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Lbyi21

Old Navy brought in white workers and hid staff of color for 'Queer Eye,' Philly employees say

Old Navy said it "would never select employees to participate — or not — based on race" and that it was "proud to work" with the Netflix show. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxnT8P
A Trump statue in Slovenia, mayhem in China's first Costco, a vigil for children in St. Louis and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30KIQdT

Transgender woman who alleged abuse in men's prison to be moved to New Jersey women's facility

"It made me uncomfortable in my body and made me feel and look unlike myself," Sonia Doe wrote of being kept in a men's facility. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZCFigu

'Mistakes were made' on campaign letter sent before El Paso massacre, Texas governor says

"I emphasized the importance of making sure that rhetoric will not be used in any dangerous way," the governor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30J8Zdh

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey apologizes for participating in blackface skit during college

Ivey's former fiance said in a 1967 interview for an Auburn student radio show that she "had put some black paint all over her face." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxqcsJ

Trump revives U.S. Space Command in military push into space

The re-established initiative announced Thursday will draw on resources from all branches of the military to coordinate U.S. defense efforts in space. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30MS4qe

Can you actually learn how to be happier?

Yale professor Laurie Santos believes so. Her new podcast, "The Happiness Lab", based on her popular happiness course, shares science-backed happiness strategies to help you live your life to the fullest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxnByL

Senators ask Amazon to crack down on unsafe products

The letter was in response to a recent Wall Street Journal investigation, which found more than 4,000 items for sale on Amazon’s site that have been declared unsafe by federal agencies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30HPSA4

Florida gets ready for potential category 4 hurricane as Dorian rages closer

"As it increases strength, this storm has the potential to severely damage homes, businesses and buildings, which is why all Floridians should remain vigilant," Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZBh46q

Vaping-related lung disease cases surge to nearly 300 nationwide

"Stop using any vape or e-cigarette devices immediately," says the Milwaukee Health Department. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30HcaCc

Senate GOP warns Supreme Court not to be 'cowed' by Democratic 'threats' in gun case

Democratic senators warned that the Supreme Court could be restructured to reduce the influence of politics. Republicans accused them of working to pack the high court. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxijDA

As the school year begins, concerns about hackers grow

Hackers are increasingly targeting the education industry, leaving students’ information vulnerable to identity theft and other types of fraud. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30TtfsN

Airlines brace for Hurricane Dorian as storm threatens to snarl Labor Day weekend travel

Dorian’s potential to disrupt travel during the busy Labor Day travel period is the latest challenge for airlines that have weathered a difficult summer, despite strong demand. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxibUC

NASA's Kennedy Space Center readies itself for Hurricane Dorian

NASA is taking steps to protect its 400-foot mobile launch pad from the high winds and the heavy rains expected when Hurricane Dorian reaches Florida. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30MkxMA

Hotel workers helped sex traffickers, 4 women say in lawsuit

“At the same hotel you would have a victim in a short period of time being sold five, 10, 20 times a day,” one of the lawyers for the women said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zxi1fY

Clothing store Forever 21 weighs bankruptcy filing

Troubled retailers such as Forever 21 are located in malls, where fewer shoppers are spending their money. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30MkrVe

Judge formally closes criminal case against Jeffrey Epstein

The criminal case's end does not affect any civil claims brought against Epstein's estate or the investigation into circumstances surrounding his death. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MKr2fC

2 men who allegedly lied about military service get an unusual punishment

The men allegedly pretended they were veterans so that their criminal cases would be heard in a different court. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NHjUQH

Signs of a deadly mosquito virus found in several states

EEE can cause permanent brain damage, and has killed one person this summer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MLMUr5

Ryan Russell, NFL free agent, comes out as bisexual

"My truth is that I'm a talented football player, a damn good writer, a loving son, an overbearing brother, a caring friend, a loyal lover, and a bisexual man," Ryan Russell said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NFeS7j

'You're a legend': Older people are embracing video games. For some, that means stardom.

Audrey Buchanan, 88, has put more than 3,500 hours into “Animal Crossing" — and been able to connect with her grandson across the country. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MLMFMH

Biden defends his telling of a harrowing war story after report he got facts wrong

The vice president said the "central point" of his tale was "absolutely accurate." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NEq58h

A 'gay gene'? It's complicated, according to new research on same-sex behavior

The study released by "Science" looked at nearly half a million people and is the largest of its kind. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MLnlGF

An abuse of power or bending the rules? Boris has involved the queen in Brexit.

"For one month before one of the most important moments in Britain's constitutional history, Parliament will not be sitting. That is quite extraordinary." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hw39UJ

Trump administration policy change on children's citizenship causes widespread confusion

The change makes it harder for a small group of foreign-born children to acquire citizenship. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32eIWuP

Researchers are tracking sharks to keep beachgoers safer

An expedition off Nantucket, Massachusetts, aims to better understand shark behavior and reduce fears of the ocean’s top predator. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HKzgR1

Casey Anthony, Aaron Hernandez lawyer hired by Ohio doctor in opioid murder case

High-profile attorney Jose Baez is part of the new defense team of William Husel, accused of administering fatal doses of fentanyl and killing 25 patients. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32gByz7

Regina Romero wins Democratic primary in Tucson, could be city's first woman, Latina mayor

Regina Romero, the first Latina elected to the city council in Tucson, Arizona, beat back two Democratic challengers to become the party's candidate for mayor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HKzdEP

NYC police union votes 'no confidence' in Mayor Bill de Blasio

The Police Benevolent Association also called for the immediate resignation of the city's police commissioner, James O'Neill. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3237WoG

House panel to investigate Trump's plan to host G-7 summit at his Doral resort

“The President’s personal financial interests are clearly shaping decisions about official U.S. government activities," lawmakers said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HwK4Sp

How to build a natural disaster survival kit

Climate change is making extreme weather unpredictable — and possible in places that don't normally experience it. Here's what to stock to be prepared for an emergency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32dkXvI

Trump denies report he offered pardons to aides who break law to fast-track border wall

Trump is a ways away from the 500 miles of wall that he promised to have completed by the 2020 election. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HxNe8F

Atheists, agnostics can't give invocation at statehouse, federal court rules

Americans United for Separation of Church and State said the ruling is indicative of a "troubling trend" that allows "special privileges to people because they believe in a god." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/324D8DU

Demi Lovato will guest star on third and final season of 'Will and Grace'

"Will & Grace & Demi," the pop star wrote in an Instagram caption. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32eINHt

How homeowners can financially prepare for major storms like Dorian

It's not too late to plan ahead — peak Atlantic hurricane season starts in September. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvbI2k

Top D.C. lawyer takes stand in own defense in case tied to Mueller probe

Greg Craig, a former White House counsel for Barack Obama, testified Wednesday that he never misled the DOJ about his work for the Ukrainian government. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/328ADR5

Kim Kardashian changes name of shapewear line after criticism

She had initially branded it Kimono, which inspired the hashtag #KimOhNo. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hww6QC

Deep dive poll of Latino voters aims to ramp up 2020 election outreach

The 2020 election will be a "game of margins," says Equis Labs founder Stephanie Valencia, who commissioned the poll, and "Latinos will be the X factor.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/329tr7d

Slacking off work by playing fantasy football? Meh, it's not as bad as you think.

The camaraderie boost might not be such a bad trade-off for companies scrambling to find and keep workers in a historically tight labor market. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HKz8kv

Puerto Rico is in Dorian's bull's-eye: Three things to know as island braces for the storm

“We are prioritizing getting ready for floods,” a meteorologist on the island said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32bMzBK

The story behind the Flamin' Hot Cheetos creator is great. Eva Longoria is making it into a movie.

Richard Montañez was a janitor at Frito-Lay before an experiment with chili powder led him to become a best-selling executive. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hvb19e

TSA bans new 'Star Wars' Coke bottles that look like grenades

Travelers who visit the new 'Star Wars'-themed Disney park are permitted to board flights with hand-built lightsabers, however. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32btlfi

U.S. has paid more than $1M in interest for late bailout payments to farmers

“We had farmers waiting at the door from 7 o’clock in the morning to 7 o’clock at night. And if you’ve only got two people working at the counter ... it was just overwhelming,” one official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hvbt7q

Former 'Mythbuster' Jessi Combs dies in jet car crash attempting speed record

The professional racer and former host of "Mythbusters" was identified as the sole fatality connected with the accident, which is under investigation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/327BZeX

Jeffrey Epstein's accusers met with feds after emotional testimony

Attendees described the meeting as highly emotional, with repeated promises that victims would not be let down by the justice system. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtUp1G

MSNBC's O'Donnell says he should not have reported unverified claim on air about Trump loans

The "Last Word" host acknowledged that he shouldn't have discussed the information provided by a single unnamed source because it didn't meet "our standards." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/329xsbL

Tropical Storm Dorian strengthens as Puerto Rico declares state of emergency

Dorian could become a Category 1 hurricane when it reaches the island, which is still recovering from Hurricane Maria that killed almost 3,000 people. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZxGgGG

What Jeffrey Epstein 'could not buy, he forcibly took': His accusers speak out

Alleged victims of accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself this month in his federal jail cell, shared their stories in a Manhattan courtroom. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HItWO3

Rep. Ilhan Omar at center of Washington political consultant's divorce

The political strategist worked on the campaign of the freshman Democratic lawmaker, who has become a target of the right. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZyKPQZ

Video shows alleged attack on disabled woman by group home staff

Four staff members in Florida allegedly pushed, shoved and stepped on a mentally disabled woman's head while she was under their care. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtZSVX

Why it will take more than $20M to help Brazil put out Amazon fires

"Twenty-million dollars is a drop in the bucket. It's absurd to imagine logistically what effect it can have," an Amazon researcher said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZyKMoh

Leslie Jones to leave 'Saturday Night Live'

Jones has opted to leave the late-night mainstay after five seasons, according to people familiar with the matter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvNgOb

Deutsche Bank discloses it has tax returns tied to Trump

Lawmakers have subpoenaed financial records of the president, family members and their company. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZyKLkd

Justice Department sues Baltimore County for discriminating against black applicants

The DOJ lawsuit accuses the Maryland county of discriminating against black applicants for police officer positions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvNftB

Oklahoma City news anchor apologizes for saying black co-anchor looked like a gorilla

"I want you all to know from the bottom of my heart, I apologize for what I said. I know it was wrong and I am so sorry," she said tearfully on air. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZwnKyy

Catholic church settles sex abuse and secret

After decades of secrecy, Catholic church settles sex abuse case with black man in Mississippi from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtZN4B

Study: Black students less likely to be identified as having learning disabilities

Students of color, particularly black children, are disproportionately underclassified by schools as having disabilities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZwdBC3

N.J. school district considers not serving lunch to students who owe more than $20

And kids with more than $10 of debt would only get tuna sandwiches. After the proposal received swift backlash, the district decided to discuss it further. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvNepx

Netflix's new Scorsese movie reportedly won't be shown at most major theaters

The company is said to have been in talks with AMC Theaters and Cineplex to allow the film to screen nationwide, but they ultimately failed to reach a deal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zseknx

5.7 million Contigo kids' water bottles recalled over choking concerns

"Contigo has received 149 reports of the spout detaching, including 18 spouts found in children’s mouths," the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtZLK1

Former Google self-driving car engineer charged with stealing trade secrets

Anthony Levandowski was once one of Google's top self-driving car engineers and was later fired from Uber. If convicted, he could face years in prison. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZpPlBq

Senators who criticized Russia denied visas

Russia repeatedly has denied visas to U.S. lawmakers in recent years, especially those who have pushed for sanctions against Moscow. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L0quAb

Federal judge blocks Missouri's restrictive abortion law

The bill, signed by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson in May and set to go into effect Wednesday, outlaws abortions after eight weeks of pregnancy, including in the case of rape or incest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32bXP0D

Gay Republican group head resigns after Trump endorsement

Jerri Ann Henry’s departure from the Log Cabin Republicans is the latest among several high-profile defections. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L0WFj5

After shootings, El Paso and Latinos amp up action against gun violence, white supremacy

“Everybody has to start being an activist, ” said Veronica Saenz, a retired teacher who attended a recent town hall to hold legislators accountable. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32bXMSv

Harvard student from Lebanon denied entry into U.S.

Ismail Ajjawi, 17, a Palestinian who lives in Lebanon, said an immigration officer asked him about friends' social media posts critical of the U.S., according The Harvard Crimson. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L1Vyjc

A Costco opens in China, draws such massive crowds it has to close early

"Due to the extremely large crowds," government officials urged residents to "consume in a rational manner and choose to go shopping at an off-peak time." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32bXHyb

Trump admin pulling millions from FEMA disaster relief to send to southern border

Combined with existing space, the funding would allow ICE to detain nearly 50,000 immigrants at one time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KZGSkl

'No bedbugs at Doral': Trump defends Florida club he offered as site of next year's G-7

In 2017, the resort settled a lawsuit with a business traveler who claimed he was bitten by bedbugs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32bXCdR

NFL fans treated Andrew Luck like a gladiator to be sacrificed for their amusement

Watching your team lose and griping about it is nothing compared to the pain of a broken body, and the fans who booed Luck for quitting don't get that. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30EYx6y

Ruth Bader Ginsburg makes first public appearance following cancer treatment

The 86-year-old justice was recently treated for a malignant tumor on her pancreas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LencIz

Woman faces drug charges in connection with death of Cipriani chef

Angelina Barini, a prostitute, was charged with conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute one or more substances containing fentanyl, court documents say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MD4U6Y

New poll doesn't add more Dems to debate stage, field holding at 10

The survey also showed a steep drop for Biden, who is now in a statistical three-way tie at the top with Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LfhzJY

GOP lawmaker denies he sent tweet calling Ilhan Omar 'illegal'

Johnny Ray Salling claimed he wasn't responsible for a July tweet that said, 'Get rid of this illegal know!!!!!' from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MEjfA6

3 arrested in deaths at Florida nursing home after Hurricane Irma

The Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills lost power when its electric transformer that powered its air conditioning system was damaged. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L9O0JV

Unsolved child killings in St. Louis prompt officials to offer $100,000 in rewards

The announcement came after an 8-year-old girl was gunned down while sitting with her family outside a restaurant. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MDjATt

Trade and tariffs: What President Trump says versus what economists know

"In order to keep the story going, the rhetoric keeps changing,” said one economic scholar. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Lencbx

The lost children: Why 1 million uncounted kids on census matters

One expert said "negative forces" affecting the 2020 survey could make a recurring problem worse, affecting federal funds for programs that children need. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MFhdQa

Kentucky clerk who refused gay marriage licenses can be sued

A federal court ruled Kim Davis can be sued in her individual capacity, though sovereign immunity shielded her from being sued in her former county clerk role. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L8Uadb

Lara Spencer makes on-air apology for mocking Prince George's ballet lessons

On Monday, Spencer told the studio audience, "I screwed up, I did." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MGyUie

Dorian could be a hurricane when it approaches Puerto Rico

Dorian's path could shift markedly, but forecast maps suggest it could be a Category 1 hurricane when it marches close to the island midweek. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L8gO5u

Acclaimed designer Isabel Toledo, who created for Michelle Obama, dies

Toledo designed the iconic lemon green dress with matching coat that first lady Michelle Obama wore in the 2009 inauguration. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LglNBo

Trump skips climate discussion at G-7 summit

The president is a climate change skeptic who once claimed it's a hoax invented by China. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MEjdbs

Court orders Idaho to provide gender surgery for trans inmate

Depriving a transgender inmate with severe gender dysphoria of sex reassignment surgery is “cruel and unusual punishment,” a federal appeals court ruled. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L8U997

Can your diet save the planet?

We can't fight climate change by simply tweaking what we eat, but the best diet to preserve the planet may also be the best one for your health. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MFFw08

States sue over rollback of child immigrant protections

"We wish to protect children from irreparable harm," California Attorney General Xavier Becerra said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LdyM6v

Advocates, Democrats decry Joe Arpaio's run for sheriff

“President Trump might’ve pardoned him, but those who had families and communities destroyed by his unlawful tactics have not,” one advocate said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MBJwix

Four death row inmates blame race at trials

Four death row prisoners will argue to North Carolina’s highest court that racial bias impacted their trials and they want to be resentenced. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LaOJuj

Months after blackface scandal, Virginia Gov. Northam promotes black history

After a "blackface" scandal from his college days, the governor, a Democrat, announced a plan to examine black history in Virginia schools. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MDjBH1

Prosecutors to seek death penalty against Pittsburgh synagogue shooting suspect

The attack left 11 people dead and several others injured. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2LdwIeQ

From med school to megastar, Cimafunk's Afro-Cuban rhythms go international

Named by Billboard as a “Top 10 Latin Artist to watch in 2019,” Cimafunk made his debut in South by Southwest and has played to sold-out venues in the U.S. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MExQeD

White House walks back Trump comment that first lady has 'gotten to know' Kim Jong Un

The first lady has never accompanied the president during his meetings with the North Korean leader. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ldyxs7

There were no guidelines for fecal transplants. Then, a patient died.

For decades, fecal transplants went unregulated, with doctors performing them as they pleased. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvIgL

Bethenny Frankel was never really a 'housewife' — which is why she became a star

From the beginning, no one subverted the "Real Housewives" title quite like Bethenny. Perhaps no one ever will. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31Vhty2

Dorian could be hurricane when it reaches Puerto Rico

Dorian's path could shift markedly, but forecast maps suggest it will be a Category 1 hurricane when it approaches the island midweek. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvCFV

Colts QB Andrew Luck to retire at age 29

"This is the hardest decision of my life,” Luck told reporters at a hastily arranged news conference after the Colts’ preseason loss to the Bears on Saturday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/322SDfw

Former GOP congressman Joe Walsh announces he's running for president

"We’ve got a guy in the White House who is unfit, completely unfit to be president," Walsh said. "And it stuns me that nobody stepped up." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvxSD

Unsolved child killings in St. Louis prompt officials to offer $100,000 in rewards

The announcement came after an 8-year-old girl was gunned down with her family while sitting outside a restaurant. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VhjGW

'A deep and boiling anger': NBC/WSJ poll finds a pessimistic America despite economic satisfaction

A new NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll finds that 70 percent of Americans say they're angry at the political establishment from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvu9p

Can God be found via a carnival ride? The Church of England hopes so.

“Our hope is that it will bring a very different audience into the cathedral,” said Rev. Jane Hedges, dean of Norwich Cathedral. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/324Bouy

'Flooded by plastic': Polluted Bali fights waste in effort to save once-pristine paradise

“If we in Bali can set an example so all of Indonesia and other countries stopped using plastic bags too, that would be very good,” he says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KV8VBK

Cyborgs will replace humans and reshape the world, famed scientist says

'Our supremacy as the prime understanders of the cosmos is rapidly coming to end.' from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/322ehR3

The forgotten Spanish soldiers behind France's liberation from Nazi Germany

Many of the brave soldiers of La Nueve, or the 9th Company that were part of General Leclerc's division have been misidentified as American. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvpT9

7 dead after helicopter and plane collide on Spanish island of Mallorca

The victims included three adults and two children who were on a sightseeing tour and two local men who were on the small plane. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/320XNJ5

Suburban House Democrats find hunger for action on gun control back home

Polling shows that suburban voters, especially women, are increasingly concerned about guns and overwhelmingly support tighter gun regulations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KXfxzw

Massive gas explosion wrecks Maryland shopping center, office building

No one was injured in the blast, which occurred in a popular business area early Sunday morning. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31Vh3HY

Gwyneth Paltrow's book curator says you can turn any bookshelf into a work of art

Gwyneth Paltrow's book curator, Thatcher Wine, and other designers share their insider tips for transforming ordinary bookshelves into artistic masterpieces (without spending a dime). from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KSTAkV

Israel claims it thwarted Iran drone attack

The late-night airstrikes appeared to be one of the most intense attacks by Israeli forces in several years of hits on Iranian targets in Syria. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VgZYK

Hong Kong police use water cannon on protesters as pro-democracy fight continues

Protesters have demanded democratic elections and an investigation into police use of force to quell the protests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUvgz5

Job-creation numbers hit Trump campaign

New numbers show job creation, GDP and consumer sentiment are lower than previously estimated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VgVrY

Son of ex-NFL player arrested, accused of murdering parents

Dylan John Bennett, 22, was arrested on second degree murder charges at a hotel Saturday in Cancun. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KSS8PA

Georgia attorney killed man after golf ball hit Mercedes, DA says

The victim accidentally struck the lawyer's car with the ball, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VgPk6

Democrats reject climate debate push from activists

The move drew rebukes from the Sunrise Movement and other activists who say the party leadership is ignoring young voters' priorities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KWCJOk

Six injured in lightning strike at PGA tournament in Atlanta

"It was like being hit by a car," said a hamburger vendor injured in the strike. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VgJJg

I love my child-free life. Why do other people have such a problem with it?

I'm happily married with no kids. I'm more than OK with it. Here's why you should be, too. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KTYhLb

Trump arrives at world summit fixated on trade war

The president escalated his trade war with China before leaving Washington. He arrives in Europe angling to start another one. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZtgZBA

Six injured in lightning strike at PGA tournament in Atlanta

The PGA said debris from the tree hit the victims. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30xd4ky

As Trump waffles, some Democrats talk up mandatory gun buybacks, licensing

The conversation on the campaign trail is different this year. Mass shootings are the reason why. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZmlcXL

Jeffrey Epstein was taken off suicide watch by high-level psychologist

The financier who was being held on federal sex-trafficking charges died by suicide on Aug. 10 at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30vUt8h

NASA astronaut accused of hacking her estranged spouse's bank account from space

"Lt Col. Anne McClain has an accomplished military career, flew combat missions in Iraq and is one of NASA’s top astronauts," the space agency said.. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZrYduu

Florida man found guilty in parking lot shooting of unarmed black man

Michael Drejka shot and killed Markeis McGlockton following a dispute over a handicapped-accessible spot in July 2018. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30uhfO8

Emma Stone's Cruella de Vil is more punk rock than her animated counterpart

The actress debuted the first look of the titular character at a Disney fan club event on Saturday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zo9f3Q

Woman went to neighbor for help. Later, 2 people were dead, 2 injured

The first police officer to arrive at the scene was immediately shot at while he was in his squad car. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ycTFs

Family's football outing turns tragic as 8-year-old shot to death

The girl is the 12th child to be killed by gunfire in St. Louis since April, the local newspaper reports. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZupHzq

Prince Andrew defends relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, says he never suspected alleged crimes

"At no stage during the limited time I spent with him did I see, witness or suspect any behaviour of the sort that subsequently led to his arrest and conviction," he said in a statement Saturday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ycQtg

Russian spacecraft carrying robot fails to dock with space station

The Skybot F-850 is the first humanoid robot sent to space by Russia. Officials will try again on Monday morning. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZrY622

Streak ends: U.S. men's basketball falls to Australia for first loss in 13 years

With most of the top NBA All-Stars deciding to not play this summer, the Americans have so far not looked like a lock for gold in the run-up to this World Cup . from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ycNO6

4 inmates hospitalized after riot at Southern California prison

The riot at the R.J. Donovan State Prison started around 8:30 p.m after a fight broke out in a recreation yard, the state's corrections department said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZqXoC3

Co-worker charged in on-campus slaying of Cal State Fullerton administrator

Chuyen Van Vo, 51, faces a sentence of life in prison without parole if convicted as charged in the killing of Steven Shek Keung Chan, 57. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ycXVI

Group connected to Polish 'LGBT-Free Zone' newspaper to host Carnegie Hall event

Gazeta Polska Community of America, which is affiliated with an infamous far-right Polish publication, plans to host a concert at Carnegie Hall in October. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zit8JJ

2009 case of teenage couple murdered in Jefferson National Forest remains unsolved

David Metzler and Heidi Childs were found dead in Montgomery County in Virginia on August 27, 2009. Their bodies were found at Caldwell Fields in Jefferson National Forest. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is still conducting the investigation ten years later. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30xRsV1

Latino lawmakers blast Texas governor for 'dangerous' language in tweets, letter

"Our community is trying to heal from racially driven violence. This hurts. It is dangerous," El Paso lawmakers tweeted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZrY6PA

Former 'Bachelor' star agrees to no-jail deal

Soules, who starred in the ABC franchise's 19th season, pleaded guilty last year to leaving the scene of a personal injury accident. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30weJ9V

Lara Spencer apologizes for mocking Prince George's interest in ballet on 'GMA'

The comments on Thursday's show drew immediate criticism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZupHPW

Trump associate proved invaluable FBI source, records show

Sater's name appears dozens of times in former special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30uhdpu

Is your teen's cough linked to vaping?

"Everybody needs to be on alert," one doctor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZmlbmF

African American employee's office vandalized inside Education Department

African art figurines were found beheaded and a school desegregation poster was damaged, leading to fears the attack was racially motivated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30CQOG8

Ex-Houston police officer charged with murder after deadly drug raid

Former narcotics officer Gerald Goines was charged with two counts of murder, while his former partner Steven Bryant was charged with tampering with a government record. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zit8cH

Group connected to Polish 'LGBT-Free Zone' newspaper to host Carnegie Hall event

Gazeta Polska Community of America, which is affiliated with an infamous far-right Polish publication, plans to host a concert at Carnegie Hall in October. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZrPuo9

2009 case of teenage couple murdered in Jefferson National Forest remains unsolved

David Metzler and Heidi Childs were found dead in Montgomery County in Virginia on August 27, 2009. Their bodies were found at Caldwell Fields in Jefferson National Forest. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is still conducting the investigation ten years later. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hlq7Om

Latino lawmakers blast Texas governor for 'dangerous' language in tweets, letter

"Our community is trying to heal from racially driven violence. This hurts. It is dangerous," El Paso lawmakers tweeted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnNP2L

This hypersonic airliner would take you from Los Angeles to Tokyo in under two hours

The 300-passenger Stratofly MR3 would hit speeds of up to 5,400 miles an hour. Just don't expect to book a flight anytime soon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hk84YL

Former 'Bachelor' star agrees to no-jail deal

Soules, who starred in the ABC franchise's 19th season, pleaded guilty last year to leaving the scene of a personal injury accident. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zk7yQN

Trump associate proved invaluable FBI source, records show

Sater's name appears dozens of times in former special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HlxHsc

Is your teen's cough linked to vaping?

"Everybody needs to be on alert," one doctor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZpbzUa

Ex-Houston police officer charged with murder after deadly drug raid

Former narcotics officer Gerald Goines was charged with two counts of murder, while his former partner Steven Bryant was charged with tampering with a government record. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hnr2hk

The Trump-Boris Johnson relationship is set to get a key test at G-7 meeting

Analysis: The U.S. and U.K. leaders share many similarities but can their friendship survive divergent political and policy needs? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZinKSE

Printer who nixed gay pride shirt goes to Kentucky Supreme Court

Blaine Adamson argued that he shouldn't be compelled to promote messages that go against his religious beliefs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZoEQ1f

Does ViacomCBS stand a chance against streaming giants Netflix and Amazon?

CEO Bob Bakish is covering all bases, hoping that CBS will catch any subscribers who fall off the pay model that Viacom offers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hnvtsi

Illinois resident suffering breathing issues after vaping dies

More than 193 possible cases of severe lung illness due to the use of vaping products have been reported in 22 states, the CDC said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnNCfZ

More than 300 people accuse former Ohio State doctor of sex abuse

Ohio State has acknowledged its "fundamental failure" to prevent abuse by Richard Strauss, apologized publicly to the survivors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnywqX

Patent Office to Tom Brady: You are not that 'Terrific'

The famed quarterback can't exclusively have the moniker best linked to New York Mets great Tom Seaver. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HnF4iR

Fed Chair Powell avoided triggering a market reaction — then came Trump

“Trump wants the Fed to use low interest rates to help him in his battle with China. But the Federal Reserve is not in existence for political expediency,” said one economist. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnbVe6

Airline crew accused of refusing to accommodate traveler with autism to undergo 'additional training'

SkyWest Airlines said the family did not notify the airline in advance that it would be traveling with a passenger with autism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hlq6Ki

Trump speaks with 'nasty' Danish PM amid Greenland dispute

Local media characterized the phone conversation, believed to be the leaders first, as "constructive." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZkUbQh

Russia's 'floating Chernobyl' nuclear plant begins voyage north

"It could flood or sink or run aground. All of these scenarios could potentially lead to radioactive substances being leaked," Greenpeace warned. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HpYfsC

Illinois resident suffering breathing issues after vaping dies

More than 193 possible cases of severe lung illness due to the use of vaping products have been reported in 22 states, the CDC said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnNCfZ

Gay workers not covered by civil rights law, Trump admin tells Supreme Court

The Justice Department, in a brief submitted to the high court Friday, argued that Title VII “does not bar discrimination because of sexual orientation.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HnqNTs

Heart attack patients with mild cognitive impairment get fewer treatments

New research finds people with mild cognitive impairment don't always receive the same, established medical treatment that patients with normal cognitive functioning get when they have a heart attack. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ZoWzWa

Evolution designed by parasites

A new paper explores an overlooked aspect of the relationship between parasites and their hosts by systematically discussing the ways in which parasitic behavior manipulation may encourage the evolution of mechanisms in the host's nervous and endocrine systems. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2U1e2Tv

A novel technology for genome-editing a broad range of mutations in live organisms

Researchers have developed a new tool -- dubbed SATI -- to edit the mouse genome, enabling the team to target a broad range of mutations and cell types. The new genome-editing technology could be expanded for use in a broad range of gene mutation conditions such as Huntington's disease and the rare premature aging syndrome, progeria. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/344Essq

Justice Department says it mistakenly emailed link to white nationalist website

"The Department of Justice condemns Anti-Semitism in the strongest terms,” the spokesperson said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZiKuWJ

Bernie Sanders wins labor love — and frustrates foes — with Medicare for All play

Analysis: The Vermont senator fixed his union problem quickly with a small tweak that showed unusual political dexterity from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30szseH

Atlanta mother suspected of killing 2 children, herself in murder-suicide

Marsha Edwards is suspected of killing her two adult children, Erin Edwards and Chris Edwards, then herself in what police believe was a double murder-suicide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZiKplT
A flying pianist, Bernie's field of dreams, illegal logging in the Amazon and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30rMbOZ

Bernie Sanders unveils $16 trillion climate plan

Sanders announced his sweeping climate plan the day after Washington Gov. Jay Inslee ended his climate change-focused presidential run. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZiKuGd

How to marinate just about anything

What's the best way to marinate everything from chicken to vegetables to tofu? Katie Workman has a primer on all things marinade. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30svRNR

How are the raging fires in the Amazon rainforest affecting climate change?

"The effects of forest destruction in the Amazon don't stay in the Amazon. They affect us all," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZmaxML

YouTube removes channels spreading Hong Kong discord

The channels used software to mask their origin and were consistent with China-linked accounts removed by Twitter and Facebook, the company said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30svNxB

Feds intercept nearly 53,000 illegal Chinese gun parts in Los Angeles

The stocks, muzzles and other parts were packed in their own containers on 3 ships that also carried household items, apparel, toys, and machinery. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zj15cR

Trump scraps efforts to cut foreign aid

The potential cuts had drawn criticism from Republicans and Democrats. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30tqWfI

Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to NBA great Bob Cousy

'You're one of the all-time greats in the history of sports, not just basketball, and an inspiration to us all,' the president said as he awarded Cousy the nation's highest civilian honor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZpEfQW

Trailer drops for lesbian drama reboot 'The L Word: Generation Q'

“The L Word: Generation Q” reunites viewers with some of the original series’ stars and also introduces a new crop of queer women living in Los Angeles. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30qksxX

Former Florida State football star gets prison sentence

Authorities say Kenneth Alexander prepared and filed false tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service for various individuals between 2012 and 2016. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZnnMN9

Fox News dropped as sponsor by largest Latino journalists' organization

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists said it rescinded the network's invitation to its conference due to failed conversations over its news coverage. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30s1zuH

A lawmaker shamed him for leaving a 74-cent tip. Now, he may sue.

Anthony Dierolf said he was shortchanged by New Jersey Sen. Declan O'Scanlon, who tweeted a photo of Dierolf's $119.26 bill with his personal information on it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZkxUq1

Key Mueller cooperator Gates testifies in trial of former Obama White House counsel

Gates spent hours describing the international political consulting work he did for Ukraine and how Craig came to be involved in some of those efforts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30uKKiS

Trump team reassigns Northeast asylum officers to work on border cases

Sen. Jeff Merkley says a letter he's obtained means the Trump admin has suspended processing of "virtually all asylum claims" by migrants in the Northeast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZuHqqM

State attorneys general take aim at robocalls: 'Bad actors' days 'will soon be numbered'

"The bad actors running these deceptive operations will soon have one call left to make: to their lawyers," New York Attorney General Letitia James said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30tqU7A

Connecticut man charged in Anguilla hotel worker's death maintains innocence

The fight inside an Anguilla hotel room left maintenance worker Kenny Mitchel, 27, dead and UBS employee Scott Hapgood bloodied and bruised. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZmawbF

Priest allegedly stole church money for personal travel, Grindr dates

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia called the charges against Father Joseph McLoone, 56, “serious and disturbing.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30mMtXj

The Epoch Times begins hiding its connection to a huge pro-Trump ad buy on Facebook

By hiding its multimillion-dollar dark money ad spend, the organization is bypassing Facebook’s political advertising transparency rules. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZqPSqI

Missing head chef of a renowned NYC restaurant found dead

The 33-year-old chef uncharacteristically missed work Monday. Cipriani Dolci released a statement Thursday saying Zamperoni "has been found deceased." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30q0hQZ

Sarah Sanders becomes latest ex-Trump official to join Fox News

The former press secretary will join the network as a contributor in September. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zj13BL

Florida panthers and bobcats are walking weird. Wildlife officials can't figure out why.

Experts have ruled out "numerous diseases and possible causes" that might explain why the cats are having extreme difficulty walking. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mwqf1E

Raging rainforest fires darken skies in Brazil, inspire #prayforamazonia

Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research said the county has seen a record number of wildfires this year, an 84 percent increase compared to last year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KTCNgg

'I just wanted this man to leave me alone': Girlfriend recounts parking space shooting at trial

At the heart of the trial is whether Michael Drejka acted reasonably when he responded with deadly force against Markeis McGlockton. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mv4jEc

Sean Spicer's 'Dancing with the Stars' casting criticized by host Tom Bergeron

“We can agree to disagree, as we do now, but ultimately it’s their call," Bergeron said of producers' decision to cast Spicer in the upcoming season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L0YGuo

Epstein preyed on girls and women during jail sentence, suits allege

Three lawsuits allege a complex web of companies employing "disciples" who saw to it that Epstein's sexual desires were met. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MyvTQP

Bulletproof backpacks wouldn't have saved anyone in recent shootings

Almost 40 percent of adults say they’re “very concerned” about a school shooting, and almost half of adults say they would buy a bulletproof backpack for their child. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KYH2HK

A years-old Instagram hoax is back — and it's tricking celebrities and politicians

"If you’re seeing a meme claiming Instagram is changing its rules tomorrow, it’s not true," Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, wrote on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Muqmeh

9 lower-sugar snacks and treats for kids (and adults)

Kids are eating too much sugar. A nutritionist shares nine lower-sugar treats to stash in their lunchboxes and backpacks instead. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L4t7jl

Trump admin weighs letting states, cities deny entry to refugees approved for resettlement in U.S.

A draft order obtained by NBC News says the government "will resettle refugees only where both the relevant state and local governments have consented." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MuvNKg

Here's what Trump is really saying when he calls Jewish Democrats 'disloyal'

It is pretty easy to scorn Jewish people in the United States while supporting Israel. You just have to embrace ethnonationalism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L28xzY

Danes react with anger after Trump cancels state visit over Greenland dispute

"The reality is stranger than fiction," tweeted one lawmaker. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MvJJDP

March for Our Lives unveils bold new proposal for gun control legislation

“It is an appropriate and bold response to the massive amount of gun deaths we have every single year in the United States right now,” said Parkland survivor David Hogg. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KYAUir

NASA headed to ocean world that might harbor alien life

The space agency is moving ahead with its long-anticipated Europa Clipper mission. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mv4jnG

Taylor Swift plans to re-record old music after original masters sold to Scooter Braun

The 10-time Grammy winner publicly accused Braun of bullying her in a June Tumblr post, saying his ownership of her music was a scenario from her "worst nightmares." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KYH2aI

Cleveland cop charged with trying to kidnap girl, urinating her

Prosecutors say the 34-year-old officer recorded the alleged assault on his cellphone. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MweW9H

ABC announces rules for next Democratic debates, gives candidates more time to talk

The debate will be held in Houston on Sept. 12, and a second night may be added if more candidates qualify. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KYTmYh

Migrant children face more serious health risks with longer detentions, groups warn

“Are they deliberately seeking to create a public health emergency at their detention centers?” said a health care provider. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MvJIzL

Senior staffer at MIT's Media Lab to resign over Epstein donation

Ethan Zuckerman, director of the lab's Center for Civic Media, says director Joi Ito failed to disclose the deceased financier's funding of the research center. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KYhdrf

Ms. Nevada has been stripped of her crown. She says it's because she supports Trump.

Katie Williams insists she's a victim of censorship, while organizers said she violated social media rules. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mv0WNB

Tech-savvy Iranians stay connected on social media despite regime restrictions

Wary of digital technology that helped fuel past protests, Iranian officials have tried to promote domestic apps instead. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L3stm0

After school Nazi salute video, more racist videos emerge

The original video showed members of the boys' water polo team at Pacifica High School in Orange County, California, use a stiff-arm salute while singing a Nazi marching song. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mv0Vt1

Families, lawmakers urge Trump administration to give TPS status to Venezuelans

“I’m so afraid of going back. We will face death,” said a Venezuelan woman who is currently in the U.S. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L28rIC

Doctor accused of being drunk at work indicted in deaths of three patients

The U.S. attorney's office said to cover up his errors, Robert Morris Levy altered the files of two patients to falsely claim that a second pathologist had agreed with his diagnoses. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mv0TBp

Ex-MLB players Octavio Dotel and Luis Castillo linked to Caribbean drug ring

The former World Series champs are linked to "one of the most important drug trafficking structures in the Caribbean." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZlU4UU

Inside the secretive media outlet that became one of Trump's biggest supporters

Started almost two decades ago with a stated mission to “provide information to Chinese communities to help immigrants assimilate into American society,” The Epoch Times now wields one of the biggest social media followings of any news outlet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hh4MWy

Philadelphia police commissioner abruptly resigns amid multiple scandals

The Philadelphia mayor said Tuesday he believes the change in leadership will help reform long-standing issues of racial, ethnic and gender discrimination. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvhQaX

Kaepernick reveals the specific police shooting that led him to kneel

"The discussion happened shortly after the execution of Mario Woods," the out-of-work QB said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZiOfY0

Washing raw chicken won't clean it - it may make you sick

Here's proof that washing raw chicken can splatter unwanted bacteria around your kitchen. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvivZZ

Italian PM Conte to resign after coalition partner pulls backing

The fate of the government now rests in the hands of President Sergio Mattarella. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZYGv

Mystery surrounds Russian radioactive sensors that went offline after blast

There has been "excellent cooperation and support from our Russian station operators," its operator said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvisNN

Mattress mayhem: Watch airbeds fly as wind gust hits outdoor 'Bed Cinema'

The mattresses had been set up in a Denver neighborhood for an outdoor movie event. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZWhR

New York, Connecticut and Vermont sue to block Trump's public charge rule

The three Northeastern states argue that the new public charge rule "intentionally discriminates against Latino immigrants and immigrants of color." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvipBB

Guidelines say more women may need breast cancer gene test

At issue are two genes, called BRCA1 and BRCA2. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhXl7A

At a Twista concert, sign language interpreter becomes the star

Sign language interpreter Amber Galloway Gallego is known for her show-stealing performances. She's used her platform to advocate for the deaf community. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvhSQ7

13-year-old girl with cancer mandated to have surgery over mom's objections

Christina Dixon was charged with criminal mistreatment after refusing to continue her daughter's cancer treatment, opting instead for vitamins and CBD oil. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZkEUiJ

Philadelphia police commissioner abruptly resigns amid multiple scandals

The Philadelphia mayor said Tuesday he believes the change in leadership will help reform long-standing issues of racial, ethnic and gender discrimination. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvhQaX

Kirsten Gillibrand talks opioid crisis and mental health in NBC News interview

"There is a correlation and a fundamental relationship between the opioid crisis and the lack of access for mental health," the New York Senator said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZMqL

Trump ducks LGBTQ discrimination question, says gays 'like the job I'm doing'

President Donald Trump claimed LGBTQ Americans are among his "biggest supporters." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HviiWH

Florida delivery man allegedly attacks elderly woman with mallet, sets her on fire

The woman, who would have turned 76 next week, died after being treated at a local hospital for a brain bleed and severe burns, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZJez

Pulse shooting survivors organize ex-gay 'Freedom March' in Orlando

The rally, scheduled for Sept. 14, will be held just five minutes from where the shell of the former nightclub still stands. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hvifdt

FBI alleges man called for 'extermination' of Latinos in threats to kill woman

The woman provided printed messages totaling over 150 pages to authorities, including racist and misogynistic statements as well as violent threats to injure or kill her, according to the complaint. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZi3V

In retrial, El Salvador acquits woman accused of killing her stillborn child

"Thank God, justice was done," Evelyn Hernandez, in tears, told a cheering crowd outside the courthouse. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HviaGH

Florida man arrested for botched castration

The suspect, 74-year-old Gary Van Ryswyk, said he met the victim on a eunuch fetish website. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZCQb

U.S. envoy offers farm visas to boost asylum deal with Guatemala

Last month, under threat of painful sanctions issued by U.S. President Donald Trump, Guatemala's Jimmy Morales agreed to a "safe third country" agreement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HvhFMP

Union suggests work slowdown after NYPD officer is fired in Eric Garner's death

A "Ferguson effect" argument says a pullback in police action can lead to a rise in crime. Experts say there's little evidence of that. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZhZBM7

Cases of mysterious vaping-related illnesses rise to at least 127

Cases have been reported in 15 states from coast to coast but mostly in the Midwest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hjtu8q

Top Iranian official: We should never have signed Obama-era nuke deal

In a rare interview, Ali Shamkhani — a close adviser to Iran's supreme leader — said signing the 2015 pact was a mistake. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZdstJw

Flooded land leaves farmers little choice but to rebuild the levees that failed them

“We keep tightening our belts, but we’re running out of holes,” one farmer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30jGAdh

AG Barr removes acting Bureau of Prisons chief in wake of Epstein suicide

The move comes just days after the wealthy financier took his own life while awaiting trial on sex charges. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zc6B0R

Florida man arrested after texting mass shooting plans: '100 kills would be nice'

“A school is a weak target,” the Daytona Beach man wrote in text messages authorities used to charge him with threats to commit a mass shooting. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeZ9lN

De Niro company claims ex-worker binged "astounding" hours of Netflix on job

The former employee of Robert De Niro's Canal Productions also transferred millions of company frequent flyer miles to her personal account, the lawsuit claims. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30shUjb

Trump attacks Fed Chair Powell's 'horrendous lack of vision,' calls for huge rate cut

"Democrats are trying to 'will' the Economy to be bad for purposes of the 2020 Election. Very Selfish!" President Trump tweeted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeYqB5

Antonio Banderas credits drag queen with saving his life

In a recent interview to promote Pedro Almodóvar's “Pain and Glory,” the Spanish actor said he wouldn’t be alive today if not for a drag performer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30hp3T3

What are Mexico's legal prospects regarding the El Paso shooting?

Eight Mexican nationals were victims of the El Paso mass shooting. But what can Mexico really do? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeZ4P1

Airline crew allegedly refused to accommodate traveler with autism. Now, they've been grounded.

"It is not right to treat people with special needs as if they are unworthy of your time or effort," the passenger’s brother said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30shU2F

Women ask Supreme Court to toss topless ban: Why are rules different for men?

Their rallying cry is "Free the Nipple," a global motto for females seeking equal treatment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeZ0yL

Andrew Cuomo pans 'The Godfather' in the wake of brother's 'Fredo' meltdown

Chris Cuomo told a heckler who'd called him 'Fredo' that it was a racist slur and threatened to throw him down the stairs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30jGBhl

Apple and Amazon push to keep their tax breaks. France says 'non.'

Despite their best efforts, European and American politicians have been unable to close the tax loopholes employed by Google, Facebook and Amazon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeYXTB

Texas school staffers colored in black teen's haircut with a sharpie, lawsuit claims

The boy, identified in the suit as J.T., was told he'd face in-school suspension for his hairstyle unless it was colored in with jet-black marker. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30iw5XS

Jill Biden: 'You may like another candidate better' but husband is most 'electable'

"I want you to think about your candidate, his or her electability, and who’s going to win this race," the former second lady said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zbz333

Dale Earnhardt Jr. thanks emergency crews after plane crash

NASCAR gives free race tickets to all responding agencies after the racing legend and his family survived last week's crash in Tennessee. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30j9cDE

Julián Castro's new animal rights plan takes on a favorite Donald Trump Jr. hobby

Cracking down on trophy hunting is one of several new policy proposals that Castro's presidential campaign put forward this week. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeYSzh

Zeppelins stopped flying after the Hindenburg disaster. Now scientists want to bring them back.

The proposed airships would move cargo more efficiently than oceangoing freighters — and produce far less pollution. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ivZ2s

Death toll from tainted liquor in Costa Rica rises to 25

Costa Rican health officials said they had seized 55,000 bottles of liquor and shuttered 10 places that sold the alcohol. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZbyYfL

California governor signs law hoping to limit police shootings

The measure signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom will change California's existing standards to require that deadly force may only be used when necessary. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ivWni

Palestinian police vow crackdown on LGBTQ events

Palestinian police have threatened to arrest anyone involved in an upcoming gathering planned by LGBTQ activists in the northern West Bank town of Nablus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZbyTIZ

Alarm in Texas as 23 towns hit by 'coordinated' ransomware attack

Ransomware is a type of malicious software, often delivered via email, that locks up an organization’s systems until a ransom is paid or files are recovered by other means. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30ivPYU

Ex-Cal State Fullerton administrator fatally stabbed on campus

Police believe the attack was targeted: "We do not believe there is a random stabber." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeYIIb

Two Proud Boys convicted in New York City brawl with antifa

The two men claim that the October 2018 incident, when they beat four antifa protesters after an appearance by the Proud Boys' founder at a Republican club, was self defense. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30jvWmV

Cruise ships are dangerous and disease-prone — how are they still a thing?

As an expert in microbiology and infectious diseases, what I see when contemplating a cruise excursion does not sound like a fun vacation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbpyGO

Former NFL running back Cedric Benson killed in motorcycle accident

Benson, 36, was picked fourth overall by the Chicago Bears in the 2005 draft. He also played for the Cincinnati Bengals and the Green Bay Packers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZcErPa

White nationalist arrested for alleged threat against Ohio Jewish community center

James Patrick Reardon, 20, allegedly posted an Instagram video of himself firing a gun along with a caption about shooting at a Youngstown JCC. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbpxCK

Trump says he's still interested in buying Greenland. Denmark says it's not for sale.

"I strongly hope that this is not meant seriously," the Danish prime minister told local media. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zdp4WK

'The suffering will continue': Groom mourns 63 killed at Afghan wedding as U.S. withdrawal looms

The deadliest attack to hit Kabul this year comes as the Trump administration appears to be on the verge of signing a deal to end its involvement in the 18-year conflict. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMwNo

#MyPalestinianSitty trends as Rep. Tlaib refuses Israel offer to see grandmother

People posted emotional stories of their Palestinian grandmothers after Tlaib said she wouldn't see her "sitty" due to Israel's "oppressive conditions" on the trip. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z7vQgU

This huge telescope could lead us to alien life. First it has to get off the ground.

Astronomers and protestors are at an impasse over a plan to build the Thirty Meter Telescope atop a dormant volcano on the Island of Hawaii. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Hbpw1E

Shell workers would have lost pay if they missed Trump speech at plant

One worker who attended told NBC News that he didn’t really want to come, but wanted to get his full pay. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z7vOpi

Kathleen Blanco, Louisiana governor during Hurricane Katrina, dies at 76

Blanco was panned after the 2005 hurricane as unprepared, overwhelmed and indecisive, but views of her performance have since moderated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbptTw

Tens of thousands rally in Hong Kong as China condemns U.S. lawmakers' support

The large turnout suggested the movement retains widespread support after recent protests were marked by violent clashes with police that have garnered increasing global attention. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeMN98

He's a gang intervention worker. But California police call him a gang member.

“I’m like, man, how the hell did they figure that just by looking at me,” said Larry Sanders, who was added to the state's gang database in the park where he works with an anti-violence program. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z9oWb2

Serial wedding crasher in Texas steals gifts for newlyweds

The Comal County Sheriff's Office is offering a $4,000 reward to anyone who helps lead to the crasher's arrest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zhl33W

Sweating, chafing, chlorine: Solutions to summer's biggest hair and skin challenges

From heat to humidity to pool days, the elements of summer take a toll on our bodies. Here's what you can do to keep your hair and skin healthy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMsx8

Leaked U.K. memos warn of food and drug shortages in Brexit chaos

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said he is ready to leave the E.U. “do or die" on October 31. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zc6G0L

Gibraltar rejects U.S. pressure to hold Iranian tanker

The U.S. had unsealed a warrant Friday to seize the vessel, a day after Gibraltar lifted the ship's detention. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMrJA

How 2020 Democrats stack up against history

One 2020 candidate would break the historic birth order mold. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ze6UEk

Eduardo Padrón transformed a college and a city. Now he's ready for his next act.

"I’m a strong believer that talent is universal. However, opportunity is not universal," says the man leading the U.S. college awarding the most degrees to minorities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMpBs

Tens of thousands rally in Hong Kong as China condemns U.S. lawmakers' support

The large turnout suggested the movement retains widespread support after recent protests were marked by violent clashes with police that have garnered increasing global attention. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeMN98

Video shows rescue of cruise-ship passenger in wheelchair who fell into water

A Carnival Cruise Line spokesperson said the woman was being escorted in a wheelchair by a family member when the accident happened. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMoxo

Far-right rally in Portland met by anti-fascist protesters

President Donald Trump tweeted about the demonstration, saying there is consideration to labeling Antifa an "organization of terror." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zbw86y

Pilot reported problems before crash that killed New Orleans TV anchor

Witnesses said the the plane appeared to have engine problems after taking off, officials said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HdMncO

Man charged after daughter, 12, drove into man and dog, killing them

Police said the girl apparently hit the gas instead of the brakes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZeMP0K

I wanted to make my community safer and more neighborly. The advice I got surprised me.

A professor and police officer share out-of-the box ways to reduce crime and make your neighborhood safer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HfuACd

'Waiting for her': Rep. Tlaib's grandmother in the West Bank still hopes for a visit

"I hope, inshallah, that she will come back. I’m waiting for her," Muftia Tlaib told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KTlfku

New Orleans TV anchor dies in plane crash while reporting a story

The longtime, award-winning news anchor in New Orleans died along with a veteran stunt pilot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Moijzs

Girl wore tux for senior portrait. School yearbook left her picture out.

Holley Gerelds said she felt "more comfortable" in a tux than the traditional black drape for girls. The yearbook listed her as "not pictured." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KRp8q9

U.S. seeking to seize Iranian tanker detained in Gibraltar

The Grace 1 oil tanker seized by British authorities was suspected of violating European Union sanctions on oil shipments to Syria, an ally of Iran. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KTlc8i

The biggest 2020 issue that the Democratic debates missed

Democrats are rolling out big plans on affordable housing as activists demand access for everyone from homeless families to suburban strivers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnKa2G

Georgia teen collapses, dies in summer heat

"Being a former basketball player myself, I know those practices are mandatory, you can't just not go," the family's representative said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L5aBaH

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s plane bounced multiple times, went off runway during crash

Earnhardt was with wife Amy, 15-month-old daughter Isla, two pilots and a dog. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mp9MfC

How teen Greta Thunberg went from solitary climate change protester to icon

“Instead of worrying about how that future might turn out, I’m going to try to change that future while I still can,” the teen told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L5azzB

'I'm afraid': Frightened kids ask candidates to protect them from school shooters

Through tears, one girl put her question to O'Rourke: "What actions will you take to protect people like me and my classmates from this happening?" from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MkMqYR

Video shows rescue of cruise-ship passenger in wheelchair who fell into water

A Carnival Cruise Line spokesperson said the woman was being escorted in a wheelchair by a family member when the accident happened. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L5axYv

Scientists ventured inside a rare 'fire cloud.' Here's what they found.

New research on the clouds aims to improve forecasts of weather and air quality. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnK5Mq

Man charged after daughter, 12, drove into man and dog, killing them

Police said the girl apparently hit the gas instead of the brakes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KPZvGo

I wanted to make my community safer and more neighborly. The advice I got surprised me.

A professor and police officer share out-of-the box ways to reduce crime and make your neighborhood safer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnK4Im

Girl wore tux for senior portrait. School yearbook left her picture out.

Holley Gerelds said she felt "more comfortable" in a tux than the traditional black drape for girls. The yearbook listed her as "not pictured." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KRp8q9

Missouri city apologizes after selfie taken near scene where infant's body found

The photo was taken on a day intended to promote government service, but a Columbia official said it was insensitive. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mnz0Lr

Airport worker fired for slipping traveler note that read: 'you ugly'

Neal Strassner says a security guard handed him a torn piece of paper with the two words scrawled on it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KTl5to

Computer crash delays air travelers

"Customs is experiencing a system shutdown nationwide," New York's Kennedy airport said on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnK0IC

Peter Fonda, star of 'Easy Rider,' dead at 79

The actor and director died from respiratory failure due to lung cancer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KQ4Ehr

Trans workers not protected by civil rights law, Trump admin tells high court

The Justice Department filed a brief with the Supreme Court arguing that transgender workers are not protected by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnJZ7w

White Arkansas woman charged with pulling gun on black teens fundraising for school

Jerri Kelly, 46, has been booked on suspicion of false imprisonment and endangering welfare of a minor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KNtcYw

VA wrongly denied $53 million in vets' medical claims in just 6 months, says report

In one recent six-month period, the VA left 17,400 veterans to pay out of pocket for emergency medical care the government should have covered. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnObnR

Tennessee store clerk found guilty of gunning down teen over stolen beer

Dorian Harris, 17, was shot and killed on March 29, 2018, after leaving the Top Stop Shop in Memphis without paying for a beer. His body was found days later. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KSarDd

Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in Manhattan jail cell, autopsy report says

Epstein was not on suicide watch at the time of his death, even though he was found alone in his cell two weeks prior with marks on his neck. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MnJXwq

CBS News' Norah O'Donnell caught on hot mic talking about sex harassment

The comment by the "CBS Evening News" anchor appears to refer to sexual misconduct allegations at her own network. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZaOvbE

Trans workers not protected by civil rights law, Trump admin tells high court

The Justice Department filed a brief with the Supreme Court arguing that transgender workers are not protected by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbjuxU

Proud Boys rally in Portland is latest test for police

While far-right groups could clash with anti-fascists, participation could also be more muted in the wake of recent mass shootings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z6m1Q7

Greenlanders mock reports that Trump wants to buy Greenland

“I think we take it as a sick joke by a crazy president," a Greenland resident said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZbV9ye

Rep. Tlaib cancels West Bank trip after Israel grants her permission to visit grandmother

"I have decided that visiting my grandmother under these oppressive conditions stands against everything I believe in," she wrote on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbjqOG

Miley Cyrus' break-up drama isn't just gossip — it's a blow to the patriarchy

Women like Cyrus are speaking out about sexuality in ways that put the power — and responsibility — back into their own hands. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z5DrMR

Woman becomes first female Marine to pilot F-35B fighter jet

Marine Capt. Anneliese Satz, 29, called it "an exhilarating experience." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H99wgw

Computer crash delays air travelers

"Customs is experiencing a system shutdown nationwide," New York's Kennedy airport said on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZbV91c

White Arkansas woman charged with pulling gun on black teens fundraising for school

Jerri Kelly, 46, has been booked on suspicion of false imprisonment and endangering welfare of a minor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbjoGy

Proud Boys rally in Portland is latest test for police

While far-right groups could clash with anti-fascists, participation could also be more muted in the wake of recent mass shootings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z6m1Q7

VA wrongly denied $53 million in vets' medical claims in just 6 months, says report

In one recent six-month period, the VA left 17,400 veterans to pay out of pocket for emergency medical care the government should have covered. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbpSFr

Tennessee store clerk found guilty of gunning down teen over stolen beer

Dorian Harris, 17, was shot and killed on March 29, 2018, after leaving the Top Stop Shop in Memphis without paying for a beer. His body was found days later. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z7Xx9e

Georgia teen collapses, dies in summer heat

"Being a former basketball player myself, I know those practices are mandatory, you can't just not go," the family's representative said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5LJyf

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s plane bounced multiple times, went off runway during crash

Earnhardt was with wife Amy, 15-month-old daughter Isla, two pilots and a dog. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zc79zQ

Hundreds of Latino celebrities condemn hate in new letter

Jennifer López, Ricky Martin and Lin-Manuel Miranda also showed their support toward Latino communities impacted by the El Paso shooting and ICE raids in Mississippi. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HbxasX

Gaby Dunn on embracing her polyamorous bisexuality and why she loves 'The Bachelor'

The entertainer talked to NBC News about accepting her sexuality, monetizing her identity and why “The Bachelor” is the greatest polyamory franchise ever made. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z5kQkd

Cuban man found stowed away in plane's cargo area at Miami airport

A ramp agent first discovered the man while offloading luggage. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HcQndT

California, advocacy groups file lawsuit against Trump public charge rule

"This cruel policy would force working parents and families across the nation to forego basic necessities," California's attorney general said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z9KPH7

How stress can curb the desire to eat in an animal model

Eating disorder researchers have discovered a neurocircuit in mice that, when activated, increased their stress levels while decreasing their desire to eat. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Z8EU5g

Children with mild asthma can use inhalers as needed, study suggests

A new study supports evidence that children with mild asthma can effectively manage the condition by using their two inhalers -- one a steroid and the other a bronchodilator -- when symptoms occur. This is in contrast to the traditional method of using the steroid daily, regardless of symptoms, and the bronchodilator when symptoms occur. The as-needed use of both inhalers is just as effective for mild asthma as the traditional protocol, according to the investigators. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2N7bIZM

How stress can curb the desire to eat in an animal model

Eating disorder researchers have discovered a neurocircuit in mice that, when activated, increased their stress levels while decreasing their desire to eat. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Z8EU5g

Children with mild asthma can use inhalers as needed, study suggests

A new study supports evidence that children with mild asthma can effectively manage the condition by using their two inhalers -- one a steroid and the other a bronchodilator -- when symptoms occur. This is in contrast to the traditional method of using the steroid daily, regardless of symptoms, and the bronchodilator when symptoms occur. The as-needed use of both inhalers is just as effective for mild asthma as the traditional protocol, according to the investigators. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2N7bIZM

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and family survive fiery plane crash in Tennessee

The NASCAR legend, his wife and their daughter were on board a plane that crashed in Tennessee. His sister says no one was seriously injured. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30fYnSZ

ICE detentions surge in Deep South at sites immigration advocates call 'black holes'

The number of migrants being held in those Deep South states has quadrupled in the past year, according to previously unreported data. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Zgb2Il

El Paso mayor says Trump insulted him after visiting mass shooting victims

Dee Margo told "Frontline" that the president called him a RINO, a derisive moniker meaning "Republican in Name Only." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/308wX1c

Trump's Green New Deal: President reportedly considering buying Greenland

The real estate developer-turned-president has reportedly asked his advisers about a potential purchase on multiple occasions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z3hOAV

Gunman in Dayton mass shooting had cocaine and other substances in his system

Montgomery County Coroner Kent Harshbarger said that authorities also found a bag of cocaine on Connor Betts, 24. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z67acM

Cases grow of vaping-linked breathing problems

Doctors have not yet been able to pinpoint any specific device, brand or ingredient tying the cases together. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30cB1xy

All work and no play: Americans skip leisure activities because of cost, survey finds

More than one in five Americans said they could not afford movies, vacations, or sports events because they were trying to pay off credit card bills or student loans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MkD92C

5 creative pesto recipes for pasta, chicken and more

Giada De Laurentiis shares her best tips for making pesto, plus five favorite recipes and creative ways to use them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z6WoD1

Jay-Z's NFL deal isn't vindication for Kaepernick, it's just window dressing

The league, like the artist, is operating a business. So it's unlikely either will take any controversial stands under the other's auspices. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/307ud43

It's official: July was hottest month on record

Nine of the 10 hottest Julys on record have occurred since 2005. The last five have been the five hottest Julys ever. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZbC5nM

Jury finds Michael Gargiulo guilty in California serial killing case

Gargiulo is also awaiting trial for a similar killing in Illinois in 1993. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/305mwv3

What are 'VSCO girls'? The newest aesthetic teens are obsessed with.

"It’s probably the most popular trend I’ve seen come off the internet. I see it constantly," said Caprese Wippich, 18, who calls herself a "retired VSCO girl." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z98lbe

R. Kelly 'refused transport' and was a no-show for court hearing, prosecutor says

Defense lawyer Steve Greenberg said that’s “not 100-percent true” but declined to fully explain why his client wasn't there. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30i0HbK

Trump's Green New Deal: President reportedly considering buying Greenland

The real estate developer-turned-president has reportedly asked his advisers about a potential purchase on multiple occasions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z3hOAV
Protests paralyze Hong Kong airport, big losses on Wall Street, a meteor shower, and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/304nw2E

Air Force member called 'distasteful' for speaking Spanish in uniform

"This is my dream and [to] tell me that I’m distasteful while wearing my dream, that really triggered me,” said a U.S. Air Force member from Puerto Rico. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z8jOI7

Nearly 200,000 trans people have been exposed to conversion therapy, study says

The controversial practice of attempting to change one’s gender identity was found to be most prevalent in Wyoming and South Dakota. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/306UoYH

ICE tracked them as they left for work. They used that data to help arrest nearly 700.

ICE used data from immigrants' ankle monitors to raid seven food processing plants in Mississippi, raising concerns about privacy and immigrants’ rights. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z7lBx0

An Army prototype smartphone hints at the risks of biometric security

Biometrics have emerged in consumer electronics as an alternative to passwords, but security experts warn that they also bring new privacy risks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/305voBd

Federal judge bars Georgia from using electronic-only voting system in 2020

If Georgia cannot implement a recently-approved voting system in time, the judge further ordered that the state must be prepared to return to an all-paper system. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZagZWZ

U.S. makes new push for graphic warning labels on cigarettes

If successful, it would be the first change to U.S. cigarette warnings in 35 years. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/301tqSd

Immigrant families anguish over new Trump rule

With the administration redefining who is a "public charge," immigrants worry that signing up for food stamps or health insurance will jeopardize their citizenship. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z678BG

Ex-con who killed California cop used homemade 'ghost gun'

The gun is at least the third semi-automatic assault-style rifle assembled from parts used in a high-profile shooting in California since 2013. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/308tyzg

U.S. attorney's aide accused of helping gang member son find snitches

Tawanna Hilliard was allegedly used government computers to help a high-ranking member of the 5-9 Brims set of the Bloods gang. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TwOkGp

Epstein accuser sues Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein staffers, says they made rape possible

Jennifer Araoz alleges she was repeatedly sexually assaulted by Jeffrey Epstein at his New York townhouse when she was 14 and 15, including a 2002 forcible rape. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33BdSH9

Top Republicans chastise Steve King after he questions if humanity would exist without 'rape or incest'

"What if we went back through all the family trees and just pulled out anyone who was a product of rape or incest?" King said, asking who would remain. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mhk0ib

8chan owner ordered to appear before Congress next month

8chan, which has been connected to numerous mass shootings in recent months, has struggled to stay online in recent days since one of its major service providers, Cloudflare, ceased doing business with it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KZCOj9

Student has brain damage after bullying incident, lawsuit says

The boy, who was 12 at the time, was allegedly choked by a 14-year-old student at their Los Angeles middle school. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MjcOlM

Man dies after taco-eating contest in Fresno

Dana Hutchings, 41, was rushed to the hospital after the Fresno Grizzlies promotional event. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KMR9PK

Former Blackwater security contractor sentenced to life in Iraq shootings

In all, 10 men, two women and two boys, ages 9 and 11, were killed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MiWTDP

Hundreds filed lawsuits under Child Victims Act in New York

“We have a voice today,” one priest sex abuse survivor said. “It used to be one on one against the church, against the Boy Scouts,against other organizations. Today we have a chorus of voices." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KFqm7G

The GOP would like Steve King to kindly shut up

Analysis: The Iowa congressman's comments on rape and incest threaten to cause bigger problems for a party trying to win back suburban women. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MifDDy

Children of TPS holders fight for their parents' protection in court

"As a child of a TPS holder, I didn’t think twice about standing up to the president to defend my mom and our family,” Crista Ramos said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KMRbHm

IRS staffer pleads guilty to giving Michael Cohen data to Stormy Daniels' lawyer

John Fry gave Michael Cohen's confidential info to Michael Avenatti, then representing porn star Stormy Daniels in legal actions against President Donald Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MiWIZb

Overstock shares fall for third-straight day after CEO comments on 'Deep State'

It was the third consecutive day of losses since CEO Patrick Byrne made controversial comments about his role in the “Deep State.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KJWebw

Labor Dept. proposes expanding 'religious exemption' in hiring

Critics say the proposal would let companies with a “self-identified religious purpose” discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MhXFRF

Portland leaders send unified message ahead of Proud Boys rally: Stay home

"We don't want you here. We never wanted you here. If you come, we will expose you to the light of day," said one Portland, Oregon, official. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KNQs8G

Do you have these 4 important financial documents in order?

A shocking health scare showed one woman first-hand the importance of preparing for life’s dramatic turns. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Mje3l4

Four Loko announces powerful hard seltzer line

Four Loko, a brand known for its former line of alcoholic energy drinks, teased a hard seltzer with almost triple the alcohol content of competitors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KLvBTx

LGBTQ video creators sue YouTube over alleged discrimination

In their lawsuit, these creators allege that YouTube regularly labels their videos as offensive or sexually explicit simply because of their sexual orientation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MfQoSx

South Carolina cop charged with soliciting minor for sex in sting

Deputy Derek Vandenham, 34, was immediately fired from the department following his arrest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KKp6jJ

Facebook has doubled down on groups — now it's looking to clean them up

Among other things, Facebook uses AI and machine learning to proactively identify and remove posts and groups that break the rules — even if the groups are private. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MiWocV

When it comes to multitasking, women are no better than men

"If women are better multitaskers, it is an elusive phenomenon." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KLvEPd

Dayton shooter described as 'funny' with 'a kind smile' in family-written obit

Obituaries that were posted on a funeral home's site for the shooter and his sister, Megan Betts, did not mention how they died. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MizgeG

Border agent who called migrants 'subhuman' reaches deal for hitting Guatemalan man with his car

Court records show Matthew Bowen has pleaded guilty to deprivation of rights under color of law, a misdemeanor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KOTR74

Space dust from ancient supernova found hiding in Antarctica

The cosmic grains originated in a stellar explosion millions of years ago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MlyUnt

'Chrisley Knows Best' star indicted on tax evasion and other charges

In an Instagram post, Chrisley insisted that he and his wife had done nothing wrong. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YIWTnr

Hong Kong protesters clash with police at airport

Not long after the intense altercation began, most of the protesters had left the airport and police had pulled back. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N2PCYo

Blast hints at Putin's dangerous nuclear program designed to beat U.S. defenses

"Is it dangerous? Yes! I think the phrase 'flying nuclear reactor' tells you all you need to know," one analyst said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YK4ulD

A couple found KKK memorabilia in a cop's home. Now, they're receiving death threats.

Muskegon police officer Charles Anderson has been placed on leave pending an investigation into the couple's claims, the police department said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N5YTPH

Chris Cuomo filmed in expletive-laden tirade against man who called him 'Fredo'

The CNN anchor has said in previous Twitter posts that he views "Fredo" as an “Italian slur.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/300ZghY

Wisconsin authorities can't find 13 registered sex offenders on GPS monitoring

There are 965 sex offenders on active supervision with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YR28Sc

Cuccinelli torches famous Statue of Liberty immigrant quote

"Give me your tired and your poor who can stand on their own two feet and who will not become a public charge," the acting USCIS chief said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N237b1

Your router and home security cameras are easy to hack. Here's how to protect yourself.

Consumer Reports found that many wireless routers ‘lack basic security protections.’ The best thing you can do is change your password and update firmware. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YN3pJO

Trump, Fox News and the conservative paranoia that got the 'The Hunt' canceled

Trump's misreading of the film no doubt reflects his own persecution complex and television watching habits. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N2PBDO

CBS and Viacom merge to form $30 billion media company

With streaming video now the leading story, the two companies are fusing their war chests to better compete for viewers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YMGrCK

Ruling pushes Utah death row inmate closer to firing squad

The self-declared prophet slit the throats of his sister-in-law and niece in 1984, in crimes immortalized by the book “Under the Banner of Heaven.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N0AMSh

Gone in 60 Seconds? Muscle cars top list of most stolen vehicles

The Dodge brand has the dubious distinction of producing six of the 20 most-stolen vehicles in America. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YN3j4U

22 hospitalized with vaping-linked breathing problems

It's unclear exactly what the patients — many of whom are young adults — had been inhaling or what type of devices they were using. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YMf63h

Illinois county sues e-cigarette maker Juul

"Juul intentionally created addicted teen customers, to get them to continuously come back for life," the Lake County state's attorney said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N2v3LY

Barstool Sports founder's anti-union tweets draw labor law concerns

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the New York State Department of Labor both responded to the tweets, saying the threat might be illegal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YNEt4K

Measles claims life of El Al flight attendant

Rotem Amitai, 43, a mother of three was a 'wonderful woman,' her family said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MVw4oW

Family of black man fatally shot by Colorado cops demands independent probe

"This is about what’s right is right and what's wrong is wrong," De'Von Bailey's father said. "And what’s wrong is that my son was shot in the back." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YN0cKf

How to mourn your ex and get on with your life

How much time is enough time to recover from a breakup and what should you be doing during it to heal? Mental health experts share their advice. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N0YFZR

NFL teaming with Jay-Z on entertainment and social activism

The league will consult with Jay-Z's Roc Nation on everything from the Super Bowl halftime show to efforts that "strengthen community." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YN0aC7

'The Angry Birds Movie 2': A fun heroism lesson, actor Eugenio Derbez says

“We are used to imagining a hero with a cape and superpowers,” Derbez said. “But I believe that real heroes live among us." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N385UD

Gone in 60 Seconds? Muscle cars top list of most stolen vehicles

The Dodge brand has the dubious distinction of producing six of the 20 most-stolen vehicles in America. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YN3j4U

U.S. and U.K. work toward post-Brexit trade deals

President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Boris Johnson hope to have something to announce at this month's G-7 summit. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N0YFJl

Why the Hawaii telescope protests aren't going anywhere

A community of resistance formed on the access road that leads to the summit of Mauna Kea, where Native Hawaiian protesters aim to stop the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope or TMT. from NBC News Top Stories https://youtu.be/hxdV7i54Rfc?cid=public-rss_20190814

Married at 15 to a 43-year-old, this former American child bride tells her story

Forced into marriage at 15, Genevieve Meyer's story is not uncommon in the U.S., thanks to loopholes in state and federal laws. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P2BAIO

Trump administration to make it harder for low-income immigrants to stay

Green card applicants who spent a year on Medicaid, for instance, could be denied under the new rule unveiled Monday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OTWolT

Parents of Ohio teen who suffocated in minivan sue city of Cincinnati

Kyle Plush died trapped between a rear seat and the vehicle's backdoor last year, despite making two 911 calls using his iPhone's voice-activated Siri tool. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2GZE2ti

A former white supremacist's warning: No one's properly addressing online extremism

“I grew up on the same memes that probably the New Zealand shooter did,” Mak Kapetanovic told NBC News. "Now I'm fighting against that ideology.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z3nvL0

Puerto Rico's new governor suspends contract to rebuild power grid

Wanda Vázquez didn't explain why but she said that transparency is a priority for her administration. "We are evaluating all government contracts, no exceptions." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H53u0q

Head of U.S. special operations forces orders review of culture after SEALs, other scandals

"Recent incidents have called our culture and ethics into question," Gen. Richard Clarke, who is in charge of SEALs, Green Berets and other forces, wrote. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YZpvE4

Trump's trade war could spark a recession, Goldman Sachs warns

Economists are increasingly worried that the president may have set in motion a chain of events that can’t be controlled. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5Qlo6

Two experimental Ebola treatments tested in Congo

Outbreak of the virus spreading in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo since August 2018 is the world's second largest in history. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KIJ5zu

Why 'Succession' is the HBO drama everyone will be talking about this year

Despite a plot that seems far too close to home, this show is fantastic and somehow not incredibly depressing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z1BAbR

Scaramucci escalates Twitter war with Trump, warns GOP that Biden could beat him in 2020

The former White House communications director said that the GOP should “knock this guy off” the ticket. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H02haD

Suspect in Norway mosque attack smirks through bruised face in court

The man was arrested Saturday after entering a mosque in Baerum, where three men were preparing for Sunday's Eid al-Adha Muslim celebrations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z03Cof

Drinking bleach will not cure cancer or autism, FDA warns

Taking "Miracle Mineral Solution" and other similar products is the same as drinking bleach, the FDA said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5Qgki

Sarah Silverman says she lost film role for wearing blackface in 2007

"I can’t erase that I did that, but I can only be changed forever and do what I can to make it right for the rest of my life." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z5DHM4

A vaccine that may prevent chlamydia is being tested

The research gives hope for preventing a common cause of infertility in women. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5QdoC

House panel demands answers about Jeffrey Epstein's death from prisons chief

The lawmakers said that Epstein's death "has allowed the deceased to ultimately evade facing justice." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z1BzVl

Day care fire that killed firefighter's kids lacked thorough inspection, official says

The call to properly inspect home day care facilities in the city comes as community members confront the loss of five young children, including four siblings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5Q84i

Verizon sells early social-media darling Tumblr to owner of WordPress

Tumblr is known for its devoted fan base and has been home to angry posts from celebrities like Taylor Swift. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YV6L8M

Methodist church voids key vote on pro-LGBTQ church departures

After an investigation, the United Methodist Church found that four ballots were ineligible in a measure that passed 402-400. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5Q4l4

Lyft driver allegedly raped passenger after she passed out in the back seat

The ride-share service called the alleged incident "terrifying" and said it was working with the authorities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z1k9bi

EPA says Newark should provide residents bottled water amid lead level concerns

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency warned that it was prepared to take action to ensure protection of public health should the state and the city not promptly act. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H2Ydqd

Attorney demands body cam footage of officers on horses leading black man by rope

Photos of the arrest show Donald Neely, flanked by two Galveston, Texas, police officers on horseback, handcuffed and attached to a rope. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Z00mcC

Guatemala election winner sets sights on changing Trump migrant deal

A poll published by Prensa Libre showed more than eight out of 10 rejected the idea of the country accepting foreign migrants seeking asylum. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2H5PUKu

Bolton's message to the U.K. on Brexit: 'We're with you'

The U.S. national security adviser said the Trump administration supports the Oct. 31 Brexit date, with or without a deal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ZXG2K6

Five children killed in Pennsylvania day care fire

The Erie Fire Department says the victims ranged in ages from 8 months to 7 years. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YItyt9

Escaped Tennessee inmate found after four-day manhunt

Curtis Ray Watson, who is serving prison time for aggravated kidnapping, is suspected of killing a corrections administrator as he escaped. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MUSo1T

John Bolton looks to freshen U.S.-U.K. relationship with London trip

The national security adviser's two-day visit will include talks with the new Boris Johnson-led government on trade and foreign policy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YLKNtS

ICE deports man awaiting hip replacement surgery to Mauritania

A doctor who said she met with Goura Ndiaye during his detention told NBC News he was able to walk with "great pain," a limp and "great difficulty." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MUSlDf

Everyone's buzzing about natural wine. What is it? And is it better for you?

Natural wine is growing in popularity, with more people making it, importing it and buying it — but it’s far from a fad. Here's what you need to know. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YHqg9I

How a collapse of Italy's government could see it lurch right

"It would make it one of the most right-wing governments in Europe," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MVgWHZ

Pipe-bomber Cesar Sayoc and the 'Trump made me do it' legal defense

Sayoc may be the most high-profile defendant to at least partially blame the president’s rhetoric in a court of law. But he’s unlikely to be the last. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YIU063

Master plan of the universe revealed in new galaxy maps

In the renderings, our Milky Way galaxy is a tiny speck in the midst of other galaxies and colossal voids. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MU5357

Congress weighs gun control measures after latest mass shootings

In the wake of recent violence, there's been another fresh push for Hill movement — and questions over whether this time, momentum will last long enough for lawmakers to take action. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YCWO4C

After autopsy, cause of Jeffrey Epstein's death awaits 'further information'

The financier was found unresponsive Saturday in his jail cell in Manhattan, where he was being held on federal sex trafficking charges. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YCWRgO

Beto O'Rourke says El Paso visit shows Trump is 'sick' and 'unfit' for presidency

The 2020 Democratic candidate and former Texas congressman and the president have been trading barbs in the wake of last weekend's mass shooting. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N0iVep

New York eyewear store employee arrested after allegedly exposing himself to children

Officials believe the incident was not a singular event, according to an Ithaca Police Department press release. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YFEnwj

Florida man arrested after telling officers he has 'live' grenade in car

During the stop, officers discovered multiple firearms, ammunition, and a M67 hand grenade with the pin in place. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N5MfjJ

India cracks down on Kashmir ahead of Muslim Eid festival

Indian authorities imposed restrictions out of fear that the gatherings could trigger protests against Delhi's withdrawal of special rights for the region. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YEl9a4

Farmers don't think tariff fight helps them

As 2020 candidates make their pitch to Iowa, polls reveal a complicated political calculus behind trade policy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MS611T

Congress weighs gun control measures after latest mass shootings

In the wake of recent violence, there's been another fresh push for Hill movement — and questions over whether this time, momentum will last long enough for lawmakers to take action. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YCWO4C

Shooting at Norway mosque investigated as 'possible act of terrorism'

The shooter, who wore body armor and a helmet, was overpowered by members of the mosque, the mosque director said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MS5VY5

Why was Jeffrey Epstein taken off suicide watch?

'For them to pull him off suicide watch is shocking,' one former federal prison warden told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YGk01L

Man who feared facial tattoos would affect trial convicted of murder

William Bottoms Jr. was found guilty Friday by a Louisiana jury in the 2017 double shooting of 29-year-old Muhammad Hussain and 23-year-old Dedrick Williams. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MXczMv

After Epstein's suicide, Trump boosts conspiracy theories flourishing online

Many of the theories ventured into the realm of outlandish conjecture, amplified by conservative commentators and President Donald Trump himself. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YHDmDO

'Heads must roll': After Epstein found dead, lawmakers want answers, justice for alleged victims

'Today, Jeffrey Epstein’s co-conspirators think they might have just gotten one last sweetheart deal,' Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Neb., said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MUazF2

Michigan officer investigated, on paid leave after KKK items found at home

The man who discovered the items wrote he felt "sick to my stomach knowing that I walk to the home of one of the most racist people in Muskegon hiding behind his uniform." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2YHkSDA

'Justice must still be served': Epstein's accusers demand accountability after his death

'We have to live with the scars of his actions for the rest of our lives, while he will never face the consequences of the crimes he committed,' one victim said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2MWQyxm

Trump retweets conspiracy theory connecting Bill Clinton to death of Jeffrey Epstein

The president retweeted a conspiracy theory on Saturday that suggested a connection between former President Bill Clinton and the death of the wealthy financier and accused sex trafficker. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Trd1nM

'Don't Forget': Latinos march, rally one week after deadly El Paso shootings

"We thought this was over and it's still not over," says a marcher who was involved in the Chicano Movement almost 60 years ago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33sDW7h

'No flying' movement takes off in environmentally conscious Sweden

“Flight should be seen as a precious gift, to be used wisely and sparingly, not blown on cheap weekend jaunts,” a climate academic told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tp3LjV

Trump says Kim apologized for missile tests, wants to meet again

Trump said he was looking forward to seeing Kim in "the not too distant future." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33rnALW

Who's afraid of the NRA? Democratic candidates have never been more united on gun control

In a sign of the shifting politics, Democrats no longer worry about trying to hedge their support for gun control with praise for hunters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TrcRNc

Retiring FBI agent has surprise reunion with kidnapped baby he rescued as a rookie

FBI Special Agent Troy Sowers' colleagues surprised him at his retirement party by inviting the baby he rescued 22 years ago, who is now a Marine corporal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33rjWC0

Universal Pictures cancels release of movie 'The Hunt' after mass shootings

Previously, Universal put a temporary halt on marketing for the film following a series of mass shootings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TkhIj8

After mass shootings, this little-known FBI unit focuses on helping victims

The FBI employs 171 victims specialists who fan out to aid survivors and victims' families in the aftermath of mass casualty events. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33rnvrC

Norway Mosque shooting: Heavily armed gunman opens fire, injuring one

The shooter, who wore body armor and a helmet, was overpowered by members of the mosque, the mosque director said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TjYbPC

Michigan officer investigated, on paid leave after KKK items found at home

The man who discovered the items wrote he felt "sick to my stomach knowing that I walk to the home of one of the most racist people in Muskegon hiding behind his uniform." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33prchz

Hollywood star Richard Gere speaks out to support migrants stranded on rescue ship

Gere compared the political situation in Italy, where Interior Minister Matteo Salvini has repeatedly refused requests by migrant ships to dock, to that of the U.S. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tp3BZR

Russian nuclear agency says five killed in accident at test site

U.S.-based nuclear experts said on Friday they suspected the blast and radiation release occurred during the testing of a nuclear-powered cruise missile. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qQ3S2

Dozens killed after fuel tanker explodes in Tanzania

Incidents of people being killed in explosions while stealing fuel from incapacitated tankers are common in East Africa. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tle20x

Man charged for allegedly threatening AOC

Timothy J. Ireland Jr., 41, also faces allegations of illegally possessing ammunition. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qz3vn