Don Nelson, 5-time NBA champion, dies at 86

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Mother and 5-month-old die after boat capsizes in New York Harbor

A mother and her 5-month-old daughter were killed when a boat capsized in New York Harbor. Twelve people were rescued from the water, and authorities have filed criminal...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 4:15 PM EDT

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One year later: Trump's D.C. 'Liberation Day'

Tuesday marks one year since President Donald Trump declared “Liberation Day” in Washington, D.C. The declaration prompted deployment of the National Guard and a series of beautification efforts...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 1:30 PM EDT

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Where to watch Iowa Corn 350 NASCAR race today

Ryan Blaney will start on the pole as the NASCAR Cup Series shifts to Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350. The race is scheduled to begin at...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 1:24 PM EDT

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Mark Cruz confirmed to lead Indian Health Service

Mark Cruz, a citizen of the Klamath Tribes, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate Friday to serve a four-year term as director of the Indian Health Service. The...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 1:18 PM EDT

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Supreme Court to hear major climate change case

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case that could determine the future of legal actions over energy companies' contributions to climate change. The outcome may...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 12:11 PM EDT

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Senate delays farm bill until at least September

American farmers, ranchers and the agricultural industry must wait until at least September for the U.S. Senate to consider the long-delayed farm bill. The postponement extends uncertainty over...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 11:58 AM EDT

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Farmer's Almanac: Winter forecast 2026-2027 — what to expect where you live

The Farmer's Almanac's winter outlook for 2026–2027 calls for storms in the South, snow and bitter cold across northern regions, and a tricky mix of rain, sleet, ice...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 11:40 AM EDT

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Candidates Debate Fraud Ahead of Minnesota U.S. Senate Primary

U.S. Senate candidates in Minnesota debated allegations of election fraud as the state heads into Tuesday’s primary. Voters will go to the polls to pick party nominees who...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Sagittarius (Aug. 9, 2026): Focus on investment opportunities

Make things happen and take the lead in your personal life, learning or relationships — don’t limit your chance to steer outcomes. Personal gains, growth and attention to...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Teen asks how to keep summer romance alive across the miles

A 16-year-old wrote to Dear Annie after meeting a girl while visiting relatives over summer break; they spent nearly every day together and by the end of summer...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT