The national homicide rate in the U.S. continued its historic decline in the first half of 2026, although eight cities — including San Francisco, Dallas, and Norfolk, Virginia — saw spikes compared to the same period in 2025, a new study finds. The downward trend continues from last year, which saw the largest single year-over-year … Read more
At least 5,700 more people than usual died in France last month, as the country endured a historic heat wave, French public health officials said. That figure represented a sharp increase in the estimated death toll nationwide from June and early July’s record temperatures. Public Health France said regions hit by the heat from June 17 … Read more
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A ghost gun company has been ordered to pay more than $100 million in the death of a Kentucky teenager who had purchased the company’s pistol-building kit online. The verdict — believed to be the largest-ever against a gun dealer — was awarded by a jury Wednesday following a trial focused on … Read more
London — The semifinal clash between England and Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will see two bitter rivals face off in what is widely expected to be one of the most emotionally charged matches of the tournament. The contest will see Lionel Messi, considered by many to be one of the best soccer players … Read more
WASHINGTON — A large coalition led by the Rev. Al Sharpton and the family of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will mark the anniversary of the historic March on Washington next month with a march for democracy. Sharpton’s National Action Network announced Tuesday plans for March on Washington 2026: Defend the Vote on Aug. … Read more
Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon men’s singles to win his second title in a row. Meanwhile, Linda Nosková beat fellow Czech Karolína Muchová on the women’s side. Charlie Eccleshare, a senior tennis writer for The Athletic, joins with more. Source link
Hundreds rescued amid historic flash flooding in Missouri – CBS News Watch CBS News A deluge of rain flooded roads and homes in Missouri, prompting a state of emergency. Hundreds of people were rescued. Source link
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump is set to deliver what the White House is calling a “historic” speech Saturday night before a massive fireworks display celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Trump is still expected to take the stage at 10 p.m. at the conclusion of the Salute to America celebration … Read more
NASA launches historic rescue mission to save falling telescope – CBS News Watch CBS News NASA on Friday launched a historic rescue mission to save an aging telescope from falling toward Earth. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details. Source link
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — When Mauricio Pochettino was hired to coach the U.S. men’s national soccer team in 2024, he took over a team that had never been a serious contender. Undaunted, Pochettino, a 54-year-old Argentine, conjured up a motto he hoped would boost confidence ahead of the 2026 World Cup. He began repeating the … Read more