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June 18, 2026

Obama knocks Founders at presidential center debut before America’s 250th: ‘Fell terribly short’

Former President Obama took a swipe at America's founders during his presidential museum dedication, highlighting slavery and the constitution's framework.

June 18, 2026

Climbing El Capitan while nearly blind: why Eitan Armon refused to sit around waiting for a cure

Eitan Armon, diagnosed as going blind at 20, climbed Yosemite's El Capitan with only 5% vision remaining, inspiring the new documentary "Looking Up."

June 18, 2026

US State Department warns Americans of growing security risks in historic region

American travelers in the Middle East are being warned that security conditions remain volatile, even as Washington and Tehran move toward an agreement aimed at easing the crisis.

June 17, 2026

LaGuardia shuts down runway for second time in weeks after pavement issue resurfaces

LaGuardia Airport closed Runway 4/22 after inspectors found a 2-inch pavement depression, reportedly causing delays and marking the second closure in a month.

June 17, 2026

Austin tech leader Joshua Baer identified as victim of Texas plane crash after jet caught fire along highway

Capital Factory founder and Austin tech leader Joshua Baer was identified as the victim of a business jet crash along the Loop 20 highway in Laredo, Texas.

June 17, 2026

Viking madness grips Boston escalator as Norway fans march toward World Cup match

Norwegian sports fans performed synchronized Viking rowing on a Boston escalator ahead of Norway's first World Cup appearance in 28 years — charming locals.

June 17, 2026

Ancient Viking sword discovered 'sticking up out of the ground' after 1,300 years

A 6-year-old boy named Henrik spotted a well-preserved Viking Age sword in a Norwegian field, a rare find officials say likely belonged to a warrior of "high status."

June 16, 2026

FDNY deploys 140+ personnel to JFK after Delta flight reported with flat tires on approach to landing

Delta Flight 1966 from San Juan sparked a massive FDNY response at JFK after reports of landing gear trouble, but the airline says it was precautionary.

June 16, 2026

Nikki Bella and her love of thirst traps checked in over the weekend at a spa as her injury recovery continues

Nikki Bella shares spa getaway update as she recovers from severe ankle injury that kept her out of WrestleMania 42 and awaits mid-June X-rays.

June 16, 2026

Airlines ease lounge crowding with faster grab-and-go perks for busy fliers

Airport lounges are going express. As crowds overwhelm premium spaces, airlines are testing grab-and-go lounges built for fast snacks, quick drinks and zero seat-hunting.