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Searing heat grips much of the U.S. — with the worst still to come

Officials from Wisconsin to Boston have declared heat emergencies, canceled classes and mobilized crews to prepare for the soaring temperatures.

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Mueller hearings to highlight 'shocking evidence of criminal misconduct' by Trump, Democrats say

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NBC News poll: Biden, Sanders and Warren lead 2020 field

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Iran tensions

U.S. Marines jam an Iranian drone in the Gulf, destroying it

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'Send her back!' chant blew the cover off Trump's conflation of race and country

Apollo 11

An interactive look at the mission that made history

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4 Chicago officers fired over statements they made after Laquan McDonald shooting

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Kim Kardashian West thanks Trump for reported help to free A$AP Rocky

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Trump's Cabinet

Trump to nominate son of Antonin Scalia to be next secretary of labor

U.S. news

Illinois gas station worker fired after telling Latino customers 'ICE will come'

'other CBD'

Big Christian bookseller drops its initials, CBD, for obvious reasons

Opinion

Here's the scientific reason why narcissists love conspiracy theories

analysis

Now the hard part: Why Netflix's toughest days are still ahead

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Movies

'Cats' trailer shows Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson and others as furry felines

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Latino

Can sex education make a difference amid El Salvador's violence, conservatism?

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business

In the hot seat: UPS delivery drivers at risk of heat-related illnesses

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U.S. news

Jeffrey Epstein denied bail, must remain behind bars until sex trafficking trial

Veterans

A Vietnam vet with no close family died: Hundreds of people packed his funeral

U.S. news

13 Philadelphia officers to be fired over racist, offensive Facebook posts

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U.S. news

Court upholds 'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli's conviction

U.S. news

No more 'manholes': Berkeley removing gendered language from city code

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Mississippi candidate for state House shoots wife at her job, then kills himself, police say

Latino

In massive protest, thousands call for Puerto Rico governor to resign

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World

Series of attacks fuel fears right-wing extremism is growing in Germany

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World

More than 30 feared dead in suspected arson at Japan animation studio

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Health news

Ebola outbreak in Congo declared global health emergency

World

Trump's drumbeat on immigration is heard in Europe, Australia

World

Europe's new top politician calls for gender equality

World

Trump's drumbeat on immigration is heard in Europe, Australia

World

Europe's new top politician calls for gender equality

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Internet

As Area 51 raid becomes a joke, the U.S. Air Force issues a real warning

Culture Matters

Viral app makes you look wise beyond your years — but privacy experts urge caution

Culture Matters

Apple announces 'disability-themed emojis' to arrive in fall

Tech News

House committee members bash Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency plans

Consumer

The next World Cup? Fortnite. Here's everything you need to know

Tech News

House committee members bash Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency plans

Consumer

The next World Cup? Fortnite. Here's everything you need to know

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Amid leadership shake-up, Planned Parenthood affirms trans health care commitment

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Latino

Can sex education make a difference amid El Salvador's violence, conservatism?

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U.S. news

Illinois gas station worker fired after telling Latino customers 'ICE will come'

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Polish magazine criticized for planning 'LGBT-free zone' stickers

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WATCH: White store manager accuses black family of stealing basketball they purchased

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Alleged assault of lesbians on Long Island probed as possible hate crime

OUT News

Mayor under fire for last-minute cancellation of LGBTQ pride event

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Heat danger! How to protect your pet this summer

Summer heat can be especially dangerous for pets. Follow these tips to keep them safe.

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Environment

Eco-friendly biofuels made from food waste could cut 'flight shame' among air travelers

Space

Unique Apollo 11 memorabilia up for auction on 50th anniversary of moon landing

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'The Lion King' is a look into the future of virtual reality filmmaking

Apollo 11

Where on Earth to mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing

Space

#MyMoonshot: Everyone has a goal to change the world, big or small. We want to hear yours.

Apollo 11

Where on Earth to mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing

Space

#MyMoonshot: Everyone has a goal to change the world, big or small. We want to hear yours.

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