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Gabby Douglas returns to competitive gymnastics and qualifies for U.S. Championships

The 2012 Olympic all-around champion competed Saturday for the first time in nearly eight years.
Gabby Douglas
Gabby Douglas

Hamas releases video of Israeli hostages Keith Siegel and Omri Miran

In the video, Siegel and Miran spoke of not being able to celebrate Passover with their loved ones. It comes days after Hamas released a video of Israeli American Hersh Goldberg-Polin.
Keith Siegal and Omri Miran
Keith Siegal and Omri Miran
23h ago

Lori Loughlin says she’s ‘grateful’ in first major interview since college admissions scandal

The actress spoke exclusively with First for Women about “persevering” through tough times and overcoming challenges.
Lori Loughlin
Lori Loughlin
1d ago

Meet the NASA astronauts who will be first to fly on Boeing's Starliner spaceship

Astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams are slated to pilot the capsule on its first crewed test flight to the International Space Station on May 6.
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams.
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams.
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Former Colorado sheriff’s deputy convicted of misdemeanor in death of man who called for help

A jury was deadlocked on more serious charges in the killing of Christian Glass. The district attorney will decide whether to still pursue a murder case.
parents grief emotional comfort
parents grief emotional comfort

Columbia University says it has banned protester who said 'Zionists don't deserve to live'

Khymani James, a junior at Columbia and a self-described spokesperson for the pro-Palestinian encampment there, made the comments in a January meeting with a school administrator.
Image: Pro-Palestinian Protests Continue At Columbia University In New York City
Image: Pro-Palestinian Protests Continue At Columbia University In New York City
1d ago

Severe spring storms put 21 million under threat of possible tornadoes and hail

The National Weather Service issued a rare 'tornado emergency' statement for the area of Blair, Nebraska, after multiple twisters were reported in the area.
tornado aftermath damage debris
tornado aftermath damage debris
1d ago

Climber dies after 2 fall on mountain in Denali National Park in Alaska

The two-person team climbing Mount Johnson in the park fell around 1,000 feet Thursday. One died, and the other sustained serious injuries.
Mount Johnson Denali National Park Alaska
Mount Johnson Denali National Park Alaska

As USC cancels commencement, Columbia students worry theirs could be disrupted

Their high school years were marred by the pandemic, and now protests against the Israel-Hamas war could threaten their college graduation ceremonies.
USC public safety officers detain a demonstrator during clashes after officers attempted to take down an encampment in support of Gaza at the University of Southern California on April 24, 2024 in Los Angeles,.
USC public safety officers detain a demonstrator during clashes after officers attempted to take down an encampment in support of Gaza at the University of Southern California on April 24, 2024 in Los Angeles,.

Bird flu cases are likely being missed in dairy workers, experts say

Experts maintain the milk supply is safe. Their focus is on keeping the people who work with cows from getting sick.
A dairy worker prepares a cow for milking inside the dairy barn at a farm in Ancramdale, N.Y
A dairy worker prepares a cow for milking inside the dairy barn at a farm in Ancramdale, N.Y

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After a man's wife was reported missing, authorities uncovered a dark secret from his past

The FBI agent who spent decades investigating Fran Smith's disappearance is outraged that New Jersey prosecutors made a deal with her husband.
Photo illustration of Janice Hartman, Fran Smith, and John Smith
Photo illustration of Janice Hartman, Fran Smith, and John Smith