Most popular baby names in US revealed: See the list
America’s top baby names for 2025 are out — with familiar favorites holding strong and a surprising newcomer breaking into the top 10.
America’s top baby names for 2025 are out — with familiar favorites holding strong and a surprising newcomer breaking into the top 10.
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats' redistricting plan
The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday struck down a voter‑approved Democratic congressional redistricting plan, delivering a major setback to the party in a nationwide fight with Republicans for an edge in this year’s midterm elections.
The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday struck down a voter‑approved Democratic congressional redistricting plan, delivering a major setback to the party in a nationwide fight with Republicans for an edge in this year’s midterm elections.
Iran latest: US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.
US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port on the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port on the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade
Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon (UAP) captured by US military
The Pentagon released this video on May 8, 2026 of an Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon (UAP) that was captured via multiple sensor modalities aboard a U.S. military platform in 2024 in Greece. The AARO report described the UAP as “diamond-shaped” and moving at approximately 434 knots. The observer also reported that the UAP was only detectable via short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensor.
The Pentagon released this video on May 8, 2026 of an Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon (UAP) that was captured via multiple sensor modalities aboard a U.S. military platform in 2024 in Greece. The AARO report described the UAP as “diamond-shaped” and moving at approximately 434 knots. The observer also reported that the UAP was only detectable via short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensor.
US passports will be revoked for parents who owe child support, State Dept. says
Parents who owe more than $2,500 in back child support will soon have their U.S. passports revoked, the State Department announced.
Parents who owe more than $2,500 in back child support will soon have their U.S. passports revoked, the State Department announced.
Trump administration begins to release new UFO files to the public
The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.
The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.
Substitute teacher whose sobbing mugshot went viral reaches plea deal in sex case involving student
A North Carolina substitute teacher who was photographed sobbing in a mugshot after admitting to having sex with a 15-year-old has reached a plea deal.
A North Carolina substitute teacher who was photographed sobbing in a mugshot after admitting to having sex with a 15-year-old has reached a plea deal.
Iranian attack on Navy ships intercepted by US military
President Donald Trump spoke optimistically about the progress of peace negotiations with Iran, telling reporters Wednesday afternoon that the U.S. has had "very good talks" with the country’s leadership over the previous 24 hours.
President Donald Trump spoke optimistically about the progress of peace negotiations with Iran, telling reporters Wednesday afternoon that the U.S. has had "very good talks" with the country’s leadership over the previous 24 hours.
Seasoning products recalled due to potential salmonella contamination
Contaminated dry milk powder has led to another recall of some seasoning products sold nationwide. Here’s what to know.
Contaminated dry milk powder has led to another recall of some seasoning products sold nationwide. Here’s what to know.
Former USPS supervisor pleads guilty to stealing $369K in checks from mail
A former U.S. Postal Service supervisor in St. Louis has pleaded guilty to stealing 89 checks from the mail and giving them to an accomplice.
A former U.S. Postal Service supervisor in St. Louis has pleaded guilty to stealing 89 checks from the mail and giving them to an accomplice.
Tennessee GOP approves new House map, sparks protests over Memphis district overhaul
Tennessee Republican lawmakers approved a new U.S. House district map that breaks up the state’s only majority-Black district in Memphis.
Tennessee Republican lawmakers approved a new U.S. House district map that breaks up the state’s only majority-Black district in Memphis.
New GLP-1 drugs could suppress desire for more than just food, study suggests
A new study suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may be able to do more than curb appetite. Here's what researchers found.
A new study suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may be able to do more than curb appetite. Here's what researchers found.
New Hampshire cold case solved nearly 20 years after woman’s murder
New Hampshire authorities say they have solved the 2007 killing of 25-year-old Carrie Hicks.
New Hampshire authorities say they have solved the 2007 killing of 25-year-old Carrie Hicks.
Kentucky man enters insanity plea after admitting to beating his grandmother to death in recorded attack
A 19-year-old man admitted to brutally killing his grandmother in Kentucky, pleading guilty but mentally ill in court. He faces 20 years to life in prison.
A 19-year-old man admitted to brutally killing his grandmother in Kentucky, pleading guilty but mentally ill in court. He faces 20 years to life in prison.
Epstein’s purported suicide note unsealed by judge: Read the full text
A suicide note purportedly written by the late Jeffrey Epstein was unsealed by a federal judge on Wednesday.
A suicide note purportedly written by the late Jeffrey Epstein was unsealed by a federal judge on Wednesday.
Watch: Child attacked by rabid beaver while fishing at New Jersey lake
Video captured over the weekend showed a boy getting attacked by a rabid beaver while he was out fishing at a New Jersey lake.
Video captured over the weekend showed a boy getting attacked by a rabid beaver while he was out fishing at a New Jersey lake.
Special Forces vet accused of attacking wife found dead, ending Tennessee manhunt
The retired Army Special Forces Veteran accused of trying to kill his wife is dead after the incident sparked a massive multi-agency manhunt, according to an official.
The retired Army Special Forces Veteran accused of trying to kill his wife is dead after the incident sparked a massive multi-agency manhunt, according to an official.
34 dogs rescued in suspected dogfighting operation; sheriff’s deputy, 3 others charged
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.
EEOC sues New York Times after white man was passed over for promotion
A federal civil rights agency accused the New York Times of violating U.S. law in early 2025 when it passed over a white man for a promotion, arguing his race or sex played a role in the decision.
A federal civil rights agency accused the New York Times of violating U.S. law in early 2025 when it passed over a white man for a promotion, arguing his race or sex played a role in the decision.