Flames inch close to California homes as thousands evacuate

An intentionally set wildfire grew perilously close to homes in Southern California on Thursday as evacuation orders expanded to more than 20,000 residents, though some homeowners stayed behind to fend off the flames themselves.

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New photos show larger cracks in Miami bridge before deadly collapse

Federal inspectors Thursday released images showing cracks in the concrete of a pedestrian bridge — larger than what had been seen before — on the campus of Miami’s Florida International University days before it collapsed and killed six people.

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NFL preseason sees kneeling, raised fists, during national anthem

NFL players continued to protest the national anthem on Thursday night as the league began its first full week of the 2018 preseason.

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New photos show larger cracks in Miami bridge before deadly collapse

Federal inspectors Thursday released images showing cracks in the concrete of a pedestrian bridge — larger than what had been seen before — on the campus of Miami’s Florida International University days before it collapsed and killed six people.

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Mother-daughter deportation halted by judge threatening to hold Sessions in contempt

A federal judge in Washington threatened to hold U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions in contempt of court Thursday after halting the deportation of a mother and daughter who were sent home in the middle of appealing their removal.

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Chicago shootings put spotlight on Illinois gun laws

After an exceptionally violent weekend in Chicago that left nearly a dozen people dead, Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration is among those being blamed for the outbreak.

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6 gadgets for a much smarter smart home

Your home is about to get a little smarter. New versions of well-established gadgets that monitor your home, schedule (and postpone) your automatic sprinklers, and lock the doors of your house make it easier to keep the premises running smoothly. And, lower prices on gadgets like the Nest Thermostat E help any homeowner “get smart” about their home.

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United Airlines pilot accused of sharing sexually explicit images, personal information of female flight attendant online

According to the lawsuit, the EEOC alleges a United Airlines pilot “frequently posted sexually explicit images of a United flight attendant to various websites.

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‘Humiliated’ couple kicked off Holland America cruise after captain accuses passenger of pushing crew member

Elaine and her husband boarded their cruise ship for a dream 24-day vacation. But on day five, it all went terribly wrong.

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Mom on Pakistan International Airlines recorded begging crew to open plane door after baby overheats

The flight from Paris to Islamabad was delayed at least 30 minutes, according to the airline, but passengers claim it was much longer.

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Airbnb cancels Great Wall of China sweepstakes following backlash from Chinese social media

“We have made the decision to not move forward with this event and instead we are working on a range of other experiences and initiatives that showcase China as a destination,” the company wrote.

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Chicago shootings spark calls for Rahm Emanuel to resign

As gun violence continues in Chicago, here’s who have called for the Windy City’s Mayor Rahm Emanuel to resign.

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Disney launches sleep hotline to help parents with fussy sleepers

Counting sheep is so passé.

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Hybrid bikini-bodycon dress confuses Instagram: ‘This is a huge no’

A single item of clothing hasn’t caused this much confusion since the “blue or gold” debacle of 2015.

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NY Times writer deletes, apologizes for ‘inappropriate’ tweet about Sarah Jeong

New York Times features writer Elizabeth Williamson on Thursday deleted what she called an “inappropriate” tweet that seemed to criticize the paper’s controversial new hire Sarah Jeong.

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Archaeologists fear biblical artifacts, monuments won’t survive Yemen war

Years of internal conflict and ISIS insurgency across Iraq and Syria has destroyed much of what was left of the Middle East’s pre-Islamic history, with experts now fearing that the protracted civil war in neighboring Yemen too will quietly erase its rich biblical roots.

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Massive python slithers up Australian man’s home in shocking video

A homeowner in Australia captured an unwanted surprised on camera, as a nearly 10-foot long python slithered its way up the side of his home.

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Mega-shark teeth dating back 25 million years discovered at Australian beach

An Australian teacher and fossil enthusiast stumbled upon the finding of a lifetime, when he uncovered a set of fossilized 3-inch teeth from an extinct shark, known as the great jagged narrow-toothed shark (Carcharocles angustidens).

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Mourning orca mother still carrying dead calf more than two weeks later on ‘tour of grief’

An endangered orca was spotted Wednesday still clinging to her dead and decomposing calf, more than two weeks after her newborn died in what scientists have said is an “unprecedented” showing of grief.

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‘Firenado’ caught on film during 10-engine blaze

A bizarre “firenado” was seen swirling amidst a 10-engine blaze in Derbyshire, England.

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Megalodon: Terrifying facts about this prehistoric monster

Sharks are known for being the most terrifying species to roam the seas – made infamous by horror flick “Jaws.”

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How hot is the Sun’s corona? How NASA’s Parker solar probe will keep its cool

If you think a sunny day here on Earth gets toasty, imagine how much hotter it would be if you were flying through the upper layers of the sun’s atmosphere .

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NASA’s Parker Solar Probe set to ‘touch the Sun’ on historic mission

NASA is set to launch its Parker Solar Probe Saturday on a historic mission that will “touch the Sun.”

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Hawaii volcano activity slows, may be entering a pause, USGS says

After months of spewing hot lava into residential neighborhoods and into the sea, it appears that Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano may be taking a pause after a slowdown in activity since the weekend.

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Gutfeld on Thomas Friedman’s anti-Trump advice

New York Times columnist says the media should work together to hurt President Trump.

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Kurtz: A Strong insider trading case against Chris Collins

‘MediaBuzz’ host Howard Kurtz weighs in on the indictment against Rep. Chris Collins for alleged insider trading, and the congressman’s claims he could still win re-election.

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Trump’s sanctions on Russia show his strategic kindness isn’t sign of weakness

President Trump has taken strong action that proves the absurdity of charges by his critics that he is too close to Russia and its leader, President Vladimir Putin.

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Hatred of Israel prompts a UN official to discuss action against the Jewish state

The U.N. official – Michael Lynk, special rapporteur for human rights in the Palestinian territories – also said that other nations may need to “review their relationships with Israel in the military, political, and economic investment spheres.”

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Trump Derangement Syndrome may knock president’s star off the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The West Hollywood City Council has unanimously voted to urge the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Los Angeles City Council to remove President Trump’s star from the Hollywood Walk of Fame because of his “disturbing treatment of women and other actions.”

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Tammy Bruce: The left’s ‘identity politics’ hypocrisy

Courtesy of California Sen. Kamala Harris, we now have a bit of a hint of the new approach we can expect by the progressives who now control the Democratic Party — focus on identity politics but don’t call it that.

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Michael Goodwin: Why it’s time for Trump to play his ace in the hole

You return from a great vacation and POW — reality hits like a punch in the nose. And that’s not counting the hassle of New York airports and traffic.

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Judge Andrew Napolitano: Should Trump voluntarily talk to Mueller?

Should Trump voluntarily speak with Mueller? In a word: No. Here is the back story.

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Ingraham: The left’s effort to remake America

Every once in a while, leftists will slip up and tell us what they really think about America.

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Hannity: Mueller should not get what he wants

We have yet another example of just how flawed Mueller’s witch hunt really is.

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Trump’s sanctions on Russia show his strategic kindness isn’t sign of weakness

President Trump has taken strong action that proves the absurdity of charges by his critics that he is too close to Russia and its leader, President Vladimir Putin.

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Hatred of Israel prompts a UN official to discuss action against the Jewish state

The U.N. official – Michael Lynk, special rapporteur for human rights in the Palestinian territories – also said that other nations may need to “review their relationships with Israel in the military, political, and economic investment spheres.”

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Trump Derangement Syndrome may knock president’s star off the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The West Hollywood City Council has unanimously voted to urge the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Los Angeles City Council to remove President Trump’s star from the Hollywood Walk of Fame because of his “disturbing treatment of women and other actions.”

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Tammy Bruce: The left’s ‘identity politics’ hypocrisy

Courtesy of California Sen. Kamala Harris, we now have a bit of a hint of the new approach we can expect by the progressives who now control the Democratic Party — focus on identity politics but don’t call it that.

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Michael Goodwin: Why it’s time for Trump to play his ace in the hole

You return from a great vacation and POW — reality hits like a punch in the nose. And that’s not counting the hassle of New York airports and traffic.

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Judge Andrew Napolitano: Should Trump voluntarily talk to Mueller?

Should Trump voluntarily speak with Mueller? In a word: No. Here is the back story.

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What Tuesday’s primaries prove about Trump’s power at the polls

Results from voting Tuesday showed once again that few things have more power in American politics than an endorsement from President Trump. Empirical evidence proves it.

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Lessons Democrats and Trump supporters should learn from Tuesday’s primaries

The strong performance in Tuesday’s special election in Ohio’s 12th Congressional District by Republican state Sen. Troy Balderson against Democrat Danny O’Connor shows President Trump made the difference.

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Mollie Tibbetts’ dad pleads to tech companies to help him find his daughter

Technology now plays a critical role on how a missing person is located, particularly as more and more people are dependent on devices to go about their day. But Tibbets case highlights how those crucial tools also have their limits.

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Kobach holds 121-vote lead over Colyer in Kansas Republican gubernatorial primary, officials say

Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s lead over Gov. Jeff Colyer in the state’s Republican gubernatorial primary is now just 121 votes, after two counties reported discrepancies in their initial tallies, officials revealed Thursday.

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DOJ slams ‘sanctuary’ Philadelphia for giving ‘free pass’ to child rapist

The Trump administration is taking aim at Philadelphia’s political leaders for a string of crimes committed by immigrants the city released in defiance of Immigration and Customs Enforcement requests.

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Trump says Chicago shootings are ‘absolute and total disaster’

President Trump weighed in on the recent violence in Chicago on Thursday, labeling the bloodshed that’s left at least 11 people dead and 70 others injured an “absolute and total disaster.”

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Top Dallas Democrat resigns in disgrace, admits taking more than $450G in lavish bribes

A Dallas official pleaded guilty Thursday to federal charges after prosecutors said he earned more than $450,000 in kickbacks and bribes in exchange for official actions taken to benefit local business dealings.

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Judge Ellis calls on Mueller team to ‘really sharply focus’ inquiries, as prosecutors ask witness about emoji

Just hours after Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s team and Judge T.S. Ellis came to something of a cease-fire in their courtroom war of words, Ellis was back to admonishing prosecutors for wasting time in front of jurors.

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Ben Shapiro offers Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez $10,000 to debate her democratic socialist beliefs

Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro challenged Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to a debate, and is willing to $10,000 to her congressional campaign if she accepts.

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Kansas City man told he couldn’t vote while wearing a ‘Make America Great Again’ hat

A Kansas City, Missouri, voter was incorrectly told he couldn’t cast a ballot while wearing his Make America Great Again hat, a county election official has said.

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Mueller team files complaint against Manafort trial judge over latest reprimand

After days of being dressed down by the judge overseeing the Paul Manafort case, federal prosecutors sought Thursday to put their foot down — filing a motion complaining that Judge T.S. Ellis III had unfairly admonished them in front of the jury.

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DOJ official Bruce Ohr communicated with Trump dossier author Steele after FBI cut ties: report

Long after the FBI cut ties with former British spy and Trump dossier author Christopher Steele, senior Justice Department official Bruce Ohr continued to maintain extensive contact with him, according to newly reported emails.

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Israel faces crocodile conundrum with stranded reptiles

An Israeli businessman appears to have bitten off more than he can chew with plans for a crocodile farm in a West Bank settlement.

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South Carolina restaurant employee beat with club after complaining about not being paid, police report

Police were called to the scene around 11:30 pm. The victim had sustained fresh bruises to his elbow and back.

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Petition calls on Chick-fil-A to bring chain restaurants to U.S. military bases

A petition asks for President Trump to bring Chick-fil-A restaurants to U.S. military bases.

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Pumpkin Spice Lattes reportedly returning to Starbucks on August 28

Rumors are swirling that the gourd-y good will soon make its triumphant, annual return.

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Arizona Cardinals stadium offering 7-pound ‘Gridiron Burger’ challenge for fans

The Arizona Cardinals are posing a belly-busting challenge to their fans this season.

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Brothers who brutally attacked McDonald’s employee ‘will be dealt with,’ their mother says

A witness claimed the pair beat up a worker who asked them to leave.

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How to cook pot roast on the grill

Thought that pot roast was exclusively a slow-cooking, indoor, winter food? Think again.

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‘Tone-deaf’ Jack in the Box teriyaki bowl ad sparks backlash for sexual innuendos

Jack in the Box has come under fire for a sexually suggestive advertisement for the chain’s new Teriyaki bowls.

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Rhode Island police shut down kids’ lemonade stand, citing city ordinance concerning commercial vendors

They were breaking city ordinance, but now they’re hoping to change the law.

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Rogue Chinese message broadcast over intercom at National Weather Service center

A strange Chinese audio message was heard over the intercom at the National Weather Service center on Wednesday.

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Snapchat surgery: disturbing trend of patients wanting to look ‘filtered’ seen by doctors

Plastic surgeons are reporting a disturbing new trend of patients wanting to look like retouched and filtered versions of themselves that they post on Snapchat and Instagram.

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A military helicopter drone that can fight wildfires

Robot reinforcements, deployed for tough missions by the U.S. military in combat zones, can help save property and lives when wildfires strike the homeland.

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Medal of Honor recipient saved combat outpost

Army outpost in Northeastern Afghanistan, Staff Sgt. Clint Romesha asked his fellow soldiers if there were any volunteers to help him lead a counterattack to take back the front gate.

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Texas woman arrested for marijuana takes mugshot, gets requests for makeup tips

A Texas woman was arrested earlier this year, and her glamorous mugshot has sparked requests for a makeup tutorial.

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Engagement cookies are the new bridal trend

This Instagram-driven trend combines the sweets that everyone loves with the event that everyone is celebrating.

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Kindergartner’s frustration with first day of school goes viral

We’ve all been there.

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McDonald’s offering chance to win McGold Card, free food for life

Yes, the McGold Card is real.

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Mysterious dog disease hits Virginia city: ‘There’s an epidemic underway’

Veterinarians in Virginia say there’s a “whooping cough” like disease spreading among canines in the state.

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NFL preseason sees kneeling, raised fists, during national anthem

NFL players continued to protest the national anthem on Thursday night as the league heads into its second week of preseason games.

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Jill Duggar Dillard slammed for ‘horrifying’ salad dressing recipe

Some say it’s a “heart attack waiting to happen.”

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Evangelist seeks prayer for yoga-practicing Oregon governor

The evangelist Franklin Graham recently asked thousands of people at an Oregon rally to pray for the state’s Democratic governor, saying she should be a Christian.

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Puerto Rico: 1,400 died from hurricane but toll still at 64

Puerto Rico is now estimating that Hurricane Maria killed more than 1,400 people, far more than the official death toll of 64, in a report to Congress seeking billions to help the island recover from the devastating storm.

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Book offers closer look at the life of General James Mattis

Before becoming a member of Trump’s Cabinet, Gen. James Mattis served more than four decades in the military; author Jim Proser talks new book ‘No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy’ on ‘The Story.’

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Atlanta school backtracks after dropping Pledge of Allegiance, adding ‘Wolf Pack Chant’

An Atlanta charter school changed course Thursday on a plan for students to recite something other than the Pledge of Allegiance in the morning, an official said.

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Illinois men charged with luring Mississippi teen from home

Two Illinois men face kidnapping and conspiracy charges in Mississippi after authorities say they lured a teenager from his home using a video game-centered chat program.

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The Latest: Tearful warehouse fire hearing concludes for day

The Latest on the sentencing of two men convicted in a Northern California warehouse fire that killed 36 people (all times local): 3:30 p.m.

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Wake Forest assistant basketball coach charged with assault in deadly NYC attack

An assistant men’s basketball coach at Wake Forest University has been arrested and charged with assault in connection with a deadly attack on a tourist in the New York City borough of Queens, police said Thursday.

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Anger, tears as families speak at warehouse fire sentencing

Two men who pleaded no contest to 36 charges of involuntary manslaughter will face the families of those who died in a fire at an illegally converted Northern California warehouse as they are sentenced for the crimes.

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Man charged in California wildfire refuses to go to court

A man charged with starting a Southern California wildfire that has burned 12 cabins and forced at least 20,000 people from their homes refused to go to court Thursday, delaying his initial court appearance.

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Atlanta school backtracks after dropping Pledge of Allegiance, adding ‘Wolf Pack Chant’

An Atlanta charter school changed course Thursday on a plan for students to recite something other than the Pledge of Allegiance in the morning, an official said.

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Mom seen breastfeeding 4-year-old child called ‘gross,’ ‘disturbing’

Despite the critics, she says she wants to normalize breastfeeding.

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Eating crickets helps with gut health, study finds

An insect a day keeps the doctor away…?

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Woman with ‘bloated’ stomach discovers she had 14 pounds of ovarian tumors

One “bloated” 26-year-old woman recently learned that her pregnant-looking belly was in fact caused by 14 pounds of stage 3 cancerous ovarian tumors.

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Red Lobster employee in Arkansas tests positive for hepatitis A, health department confirms

The Arkansas Department of Health is urging the public to get vaccinated.

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Is ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ real?

For more than a year and a half, the left has been trapped in the tightening grip of ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome.’ It’s a fun term, but does it reflect a real psychological issue? #Tucker

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Pro golfer Jarrod Lyle dead of cancer at age 36

Australian professional golfer Jarrod Lyle has died after a long battle with cancer, his wife announced Wednesday.

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Little Caesars employee in Arkansas tests positive for hepatitis A, health department warns

A Little Caesars employee in Paragould, Arkansas, tested positive for Hepatitis A, the state’s health department announced Tuesday.

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Virginia woman donates kidney to stranger: ‘God called me to do this’

A Virginia woman who donated her kidney to a stranger has been called a “guardian angel” by the family of the man whose life she likely saved.

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Contaminated food served after funeral ceremony kills at least 9 mourners

Authorities in Peru say at least nine people have died from food poisoning following a funeral ceremony.

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Kobach holds 121-vote lead over Colyer in Kansas Republican gubernatorial primary, officials say

Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s lead over Gov. Jeff Colyer in the state’s Republican gubernatorial primary is now just 121 votes, after two counties reported discrepancies in their initial tallies, officials revealed Thursday.

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Pence calls for Space Force to be established by 2020

Vice President Pence called Thursday for America to assert its dominance in space as he made a direct appeal to the Pentagon for a sixth military branch serving this purpose — and revealed the Trump administration wants to create the “Space Force” by 2020.

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DOJ slams ‘sanctuary’ Philadelphia for giving ‘free pass’ to child rapist

The Trump administration is taking aim at Philadelphia’s political leaders for a string of crimes committed by immigrants the city released in defiance of Immigration and Customs Enforcement requests.

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Retired astronaut Scott Kelly reacts to Space Force plan

The Trump administration calls for a Space Force to be established by 2020; Scott Kelly shares insight on ‘The Story with Martha MacCallum.’

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The politics of the Trump administration’s Russia strategy

U.S. sanctions Russia over nerve attack on former spy; reaction and analysis from the ‘Special Report’ All-Star panel.

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Russia lashes out over new US sanctions

Moscow says Washington has become an ‘unpredictable player on the international stage’; Kevin Corke reports.

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Space Force: White House proposes sixth branch of military

Kristin Fisher reports on the Trump administration’s proposed expansion of the Pentagon’s power and responsibility.

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Kavanaugh docs from Bush admin highlight post-9/11 legal challenges

The first documents from Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh’s time in George W. Bush’s White House were released Thursday, including emails sent in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks — messages that may play a key role in his upcoming confirmation hearing.

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Israel orders ‘strong action’ against Hamas as rocket fire from Gaza persists

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet on Thursday after Hamas fired close to 200 rockets into Israeli territory — and as the country’s military reinforced units along the border ahead of a feared escalation.

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Brazil, world leader of homicides, hits new record

A record 63,880 people were slain in Brazil last year, making it the deadliest year in the country’s history, a report said Thursday.

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Former Iranian president Ahmadinejad says embattled Rouhani must step aside

Add Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to the growing list of Iranians who believe Hassan Rouhani must go.

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Burmese man crucified in Saudi Arabia amid country’s diplomatic dispute with Canada

Saudi Arabia crucified a Burmese man convicted of killing a woman and committing other crimes Wednesday in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, state media reported.

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Thai monk who flew in high style gets prison for fraud

A former Buddhist monk infamous for a jet-set lifestyle was sentenced Thursday to more than 100 years in prison in connection with funds he fraudulently raised from followers.

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Two ‘elderly’ men did not escape their retirement home to attend heavy metal festival, police say

The report of two “elderly” men sneaking out of their retirement home to attend Germany’s largest heavy metal festival was not true, police said.

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Russian submarine activity largest since Cold War: top US Navy admiral

Pentagon and NATO brass have issued fresh warnings about increased Russian naval activity in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea, with the top U.S. Navy admiral saying this week Russian submarine operations are currently at levels not seen since the Cold War.

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Russia’s nuclear arsenal: All bark and no bite?

Amid fears of a new cold war, an examination of Russia’s nuclear arsenal by Fox News shows that there may be no need for worry about a devastating attack on the U.S. Nuclear warfare experts say Russia’s arsenal of nukes is strictly for defense, and that while Moscow has a “first strike” option, it isn’t likely to use it.

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Tom Hardy transforms into Al Capone for ‘Fonzo’

Tom Hardy fans, stop what you’re doing!

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Kelly Osbourne celebrates one year of sobriety

Kelly Osbourne is opening up about the “hardest years” of her life.

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Casey Affleck addresses sexual misconduct claims: I was ‘really unprofessional’ and ‘I’m sorry’

With a new movie coming out this fall, “The Old Man & The Gun,” Casey Affleck is speaking publicly about bowing out of presenting the best actress Oscar and past harassment allegations against him amid the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements.

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Saving Chicago’s children from violence through music

As violence in Chicago escalates, drummer Franklin Vanderbilt embarks on a journey through the city’s West Side to highlight the successes of teachers aiding kids through music education. Vanderbilt shares his story from humble beginnings on the West Side to working with music legends Chaka Khan and Lenny Kravitz.

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Selfie pop-up museum celebrates DVD release of ‘Deadpool 2’

Free tickets to the New York City promotion can be reserved in advance before the pop-up wraps up on August 11.

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Seth Rogen recalls ‘horrible’ wardrobe malfunction at Golden Globes

Seth Rogen suffered a “horrible” wardrobe malfunction at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards that none of the viewers seemed to notice.

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Virginia woman donates kidney to stranger: ‘God called me to do this’

A Virginia woman who donated her kidney to a stranger has been called a “guardian angel” by the family of the man whose life she likely saved.

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Macaulay Culkin reveals he turned down ‘Big Bang Theory’ 3 times

“Home Alone” star Macaulay Culkin has recently revealed that he was approached to be on the CBS hit series, “The Big Bang Theory,” but turned the offer.

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Demi Lovato reportedly cancels ‘Tell Me You Love Me’ world tour amid stint in rehab

Demi Lovato has canceled her upcoming tour just days after entering rehab following an apparent drug overdose.

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Amanda Bynes’ conservatorship extended by two years: report

Not much will change for Amanda Bynes over the next two years.

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Knicks owner James Dolan writes song about friend Harvey Weinstein: ‘I Should’ve Known’

New York Knicks and Rangers owner James Dolan said he wrote a song about his friend, disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein titled “I Should’ve Known.”

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Iranian activist speaks out about treatment of women in Iran

Activist and author Masih Alinejad joins ‘The Story’ to discuss campaigning against hijab laws.

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Venezuelans flee country in crisis

U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley meets refugees at the Colombia border; Rich Edson reports from Bogota.

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Israel orders ‘strong action’ against Hamas as rocket fire from Gaza persists

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet on Thursday after Hamas fired close to 200 rockets into Israeli territory — and as the country’s military reinforced units along the border ahead of a feared escalation.

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Video shows camel trapped inside car after collision

It wasn’t a mirage.

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Brazil, world leader of homicides, hits new record

A record 63,880 people were slain in Brazil last year, making it the deadliest year in the country’s history, a report said Thursday.

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Putin’s posse is ready to roll on menacing new motorcycles

Putin may have just one-upped Trump in their automotive arms race.

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Cops stop car with mattress in passenger seat

Drowsy driving is a major safety issue, but bringing your bed along for the ride isn’t the solution.

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Iran tells North Korea that United States can’t be trusted

Will Iran return to the negotiating table to work out a new deal with the United States? Former USS Cole commander Kirk Lippold shares insight on ‘Your World.’

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NASCAR Cup Ford Mustang ready to race

Pony car gets called up to the big show.

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French rescuers evacuate 750 campers amid flash floods

French rescuers backed by helicopters evacuated about 750 people, including many children and tourists, from campsites in southern France after torrential rain swelled rivers in the Gard region Thursday.

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‘American Pickers’ discover Aerosmith’s van from 1970s in Massachusetts woods

The stars of the History Channel show “American Pickers” came across a van that belonged to the rock band Aerosmith in the woods of a small Massachusetts town.

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Leaflets dropped over Syria’s Idlib call for reconciliation

Syrian military helicopters on Thursday dropped leaflets over parts of the rebel-held northwestern province of Idlib, calling on residents to reconcile with the government as warplanes pounded the region, opposition activists said.

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Large python slithers up side of house in Australia

Raw video: Australian man records nearly 10-foot reptile climbing up his home.

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10 millionth Ford Mustang revealed, looks like the first

It’s a car 54 years in the making.

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Estonia halts NATO air drills after jet misfires missile

Estonia’s defense minister has ordered a halt to NATO air exercises in Estonia pending an investigation after a missile was accidentally fired over the Baltic country’s airspace by a Spanish fighter jet on a military exercise this week.

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The Latest: UN says civil war has cost Syria $388B in damage

The Latest on developments in Syria (all times local): 8:20 p.m.

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National forecast for Thursday, August 9

‘Fox & Friends’ summer college associate Jackie Lord has your FoxCast.

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Casey Affleck addresses sexual misconduct claims: I was ‘really unprofessional’ and ‘I’m sorry’

With a new movie coming out this fall, “The Old Man & The Gun,” Casey Affleck is speaking publicly about bowing out of presenting the best actress Oscar and past harassment allegations against him amid the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements.

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White House crafting roadmap to protect personal data online

Insiders say the goal is to roll out a White House policy in the fall that will serve as a blueprint for congressional legislation; Gillian Turner reports.

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Meet K-MAX: A helicopter drone that can fight wildfires

Defense specialist Allison Barrie shares an in-depth look at K-MAX, a drone helicopter originally designed for military work in combat zones, that could reduce the risk to firefighter lives.

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Macaulay Culkin reveals he turned down ‘Big Bang Theory’ 3 times

“Home Alone” star Macaulay Culkin has recently revealed that he was approached to be on the CBS hit series, “The Big Bang Theory,” but turned the offer.

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Facial recognition tech helps reunite owners with lost pets

Free online service works with animal shelters to facilitate the reunification process.

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Prince Charles is nothing like his cold media persona, claims pal: ‘That man has the worst press agent’

Not too many Americans aside from Meghan Markle can call Prince Charles a friend — except Joseph Cicio.

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Meghan Markle: ‘Suits’ ratings continue downward trend without Duchess of Sussex

USA Network’s “Suits” has continued its downward trend in the ratings department without former star Meghan Markle, who traded in her role as Rachel Zane for a new title, the Duchess of Sussex.

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Rogue Chinese message broadcast over intercom at National Weather Service center

A strange Chinese audio message was heard over the intercom at the National Weather Service center on Wednesday.

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‘Slender Man’ movie will not be shown in Milwaukee-area theaters due to stabbing

The horror movie “Slender Man” will not be shown in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties due to the real-life stabbing done in the area in 2014.

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Snapchat surgery: disturbing trend of patients wanting to look ‘filtered’ seen by doctors

Plastic surgeons are reporting a disturbing new trend of patients wanting to look like retouched and filtered versions of themselves that they post on Snapchat and Instagram.

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John Stamos’ wife Caitlin McHugh hits back at body shamer trolling her bikini post

John Stamos’ wife Caitlin McHugh hit back at a social media user who body shamed the new mother when she posted a video of her dancing in a red bikini.

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