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August 7, 2024

Trump suggests lawsuit against ABC’s George ‘Slopadopoulos’ won’t prevent debate against Kamala Harris

Former President Trump appeared to suggest that a legal battle against George Stephanopoulos won’t keep him from debating Vice President Kamala Harris on ABC.

August 7, 2024

On this day in history, August 7, 1947, Thor Heyerdahl and the Kon-Tiki raft make it to Polynesia

Thor Heyerdahl and his crew aboard the Kon-Tiki raft made it across the Pacific Ocean to Polynesia on this day in history, August 7, 1947, after setting sail 101 days earlier from Peru.

August 6, 2024

Discover New York’s diverse boroughs, notable sights throughout the Big Apple

Discover the best of New York City, from Manhattan's iconic landmarks to Brooklyn's hidden gems. Plan your NYC trip to include these must-see spots and locations.

August 6, 2024

State Department warns Americans to avoid travel to Bangladesh amid violent unrest

The U.S. State Department on Monday ordered Americans to leave Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, which was prompted by violent protests.

August 6, 2024

Missing hikers in Yosemite National Park found alive after 2-day search

Miguel Delgado, 63, and 40-year-old Ana Rodarte were found alive two days after going missing at Yosemite National Park in California, officials said.

August 6, 2024

Trump's defamation lawsuit against ABC throws wrench into network's debate plans

Former President Trump announced he was backing out of the Sept. 10 ABC debate as his defamation lawsuit against the Disney-owned network moves forward.

August 5, 2024

Butler Farm Show follows Trump rally shooting with annual event to ‘get back to normal life’

The Butler Farm Show kicked off on Monday, just over three weeks after former President Trump was nearly assassinated on the Pennsylvania grounds.

August 5, 2024

2 hikers in Yosemite National Park reported missing

Ana Rodarte, 40, and Miguel Delgado, 63, were reported missing after failing to return from a day hike at California's Yosemite National Park on Saturday.

August 4, 2024

Record-breaking roller coasters that are the highest, fastest, longest, steepest, most expensive in the US

In terms of records, Kingda Ka is one of the most impressive roller coasters in the country. Read about Kingda Ka and more record-breaking coasters in the U.S.

August 3, 2024

Base jumper dies after 500-foot fall at Grand Canyon

National Park Service rangers responded to an emergency call on Thursday and found the body of a man who attempted to base jump from the Yavapai Point's South Rim.