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Minnesota has zero convictions for female genital mutilation despite hundreds of thousands at risk nationwide and the state's large Somali population.
Connor Hellebuyck's incredible stick save helped Team USA defeat Canada for Olympic gold, as his miraculous dive in the second period eventually led to Jack Hughes' heroics.
Arches, Glacier and Yosemite national parks are dropping their advance reservation requirements for 2026, making spontaneous visits easier for travelers.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declined to answer whether he would support Sen. John Fetterman for re-election, saying he's waiting for Fetterman's decision.
Bindi and Robert Irwin share heartfelt birthday tribute to late father Steve Irwin on what would have been his 64th birthday with touching posts.
Greenland's prime minister rejects Trump's hospital ship offer, saying the territory has free healthcare unlike America where "it costs money to go to the doctor."
As the NFL community mourned wide receiver Rondale Moore's tragic death, Chiefs receiver Hollywood Brown revealed receiving a message from him just hours before news broke.
Former ESPN broadcaster Keith Olbermann criticized the White House for dunking on former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after the Olympics.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom was confronted on CNN about his state's affordability crisis as prices run 11% higher than national average.
Coldplay kiss-cam's Kristin Cabot shows toned abs in Miami beach photos ahead of crisis communications keynote about overcoming viral scandal aftermath.
Daryl Hannah faces significant backlash over her alleged negative portrayal in FX's "Love Story" series about JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's relationship.
AOC faces viral criticism after stumbling over Taiwan defense question, with fiancé's snoring heard during her lengthy Instagram response to critics.
American Olympian Lindsey Vonn on Sunday snapped back at critics who said she should have given her spot on Team USA to someone else amid her injury.
Tourists were told not leave Puerto Vallarta resorts as officials warn of violent "clashes" following federal operation. Dark smoke was seen filling the skies over the vacation city.
Rebecca Gayheart thanks community for overwhelming support after husband Eric Dane's reported death from ALS. Actress expressed deep gratitude for love.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy launched the Sayyad 3-G naval air defense missile during exercises in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. naval forces build up in the Gulf.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff reveals Trump's "zero enrichment" red line violated as Iran nuclear program advances despite mounting U.S. pressure in region.
Trump demands Netflix fire board member Susan Rice or "pay the consequences" after she warned corporations not to expect Democratic forgiveness for their actions.
The U.S. Coast Guard helped rescue missing rafter Gabriel Vaughn after he disappeared during a trip along Oregon's Illinois River last week.
The U.S. men's ice hockey team honored Johnny Gaudreau on Sunday after winning the gold medal against Canada in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a travel ban starting 9 pm Sunday as blizzard threatens up to 2 feet of snow across the city.
Congress left Washington without resolving DHS funding crisis because no deal was close, avoiding potential mayhem from keeping lawmakers idle during shutdown.
Treasury Secretary Bessent blames political "venom" after deadly security incident at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Suspect shot, killed by authorities Sunday.
Team USA's Jack Hughes scored the game-winning goal in the gold medal game of the 2026 Winter Olympics against Canada on Sunday. President Donald Trump weighed in.
Comedian Bill Maher called for ending State of the Union tradition on "Real Time," criticizing how the annual speech that makes presidents appear "like a king."