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Reuters/Ipsos poll finds growing anxiety over AI adoption

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:20:43 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Concerns about artificial intelligence are rising across the United States, with a new Reuters/Ipsos poll showing that half of Americans fear the technology could eventually cost them or someone in their household a job.

The six-day survey, completed on June 9, found that 53 percent of respondents worried that advances in AI could put household employment at risk. The concern was broadly shared

After retaliatory strikes, Trump warns Iran will ‘pay the price’

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:41:34 GMT

DUBAI, U.A.E.: Even as the United States carried out airstrikes on Iran early on June 10, and Iran responded by attacking countries in the region, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran would "pay the price" for delays in peace talks.

Trump made the warning just hours after Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, all of which host U.S. troops, were hit by Iranian attacks. It was the second time this week that exchang

Rodolfo Duran's big day propels Padres to series win vs. O's

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:40:31 GMT

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Rodolfo Duran homered and doubled to drive in three runs and the visiting San Diego Padres beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 in Sunday afternoon's series finale.

Walker Buehler (4-3) worked five innings of one-run ball, Fernando Tatis Jr. added two hits and two RBIs and Jackson Merrill posted two hits as the Padres won the final two games of the three-game series to beg

Padres place C Freddy Fermin on concussion IL

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:40:26 GMT

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The San Diego Padres placed catcher Freddy Fermin on the seven-day concussion injured list and selected the contract of catcher Blake Hunt from Triple-A El Paso on Sunday.

To open a spot on the 40-man roster for Hunt, right-hander Ty Adcock was designated for assignment.

Fremin left Saturday's game against the Baltimore Orioles in the sixth inning when he

Mariners counting on Emerson Hancock to quash Nationals

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:25:13 GMT

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Right-hander Emerson Hancock will look to continue his stellar 2026 when the visiting Seattle Mariners conclude their three-game series against the Washington Nationals on Sunday.

The teams have split the first two games with Seattle winning 10-2 on Friday night and Washington taking an 8-3 decision Saturday.

Hancock (5-2, 2.74 ERA) will be making his 14t

Tensions rise ahead of series finale between Orioles, Padres

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:19:12 GMT

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Perhaps before the final out was recorded in the middle contest of a three-game series between the San Diego Padres and host Baltimore Orioles, there was a little spice added in advance of Sunday afternoon's finale.

The Padres won 9-3 on Saturday to split the first two games of the series, but there was ninth-inning drama. That came after San Diego reliever Ron

Tigers place RHP Jack Flaherty (leg) on 15-day injured list

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:25:05 GMT

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The Detroit Tigers placed right-hander Jack Flaherty on the 15-day injured list on Saturday because of a strain of the peroneal tendons along the outside of his left ankle and foot.

The Tigers lost the starting pitcher's services just as ace Tarik Skubal, who had left elbow surgery, was activated from the 15-day IL and made his first start since April 29 in a 3-1 lo

Yoshinobu Yamamoto loses no-hit bit in 9th, but Dodgers rout White Sox

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:25:14 GMT

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto's no-hit and shutout bids were broken up by Tristan Peters' homer leading off the bottom of the ninth, but the Los Angeles Dodgers cruised past the host Chicago White Sox 7-1 on Saturday.

Yamomoto (7-4) only allowed the home run, did not walk a batter and struck out seven in 8 1/3 innings. He retired the first 23 White Sox batters.

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Padres pound five HRs while routing Orioles

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:19:15 GMT

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Jackson Merrill and Samad Taylor hit two-run home runs in the first inning as the San Diego Padres posted a 9-3 victory against the host Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.

Gavin Sheets, Rodolfo Duran and Manny Machado also homered as part of San Diego's five-homer outburst, starter Randy Vasquez brushed off a rough first inning to pick up the victory and Taylor fini

Fans weigh record ticket costs vs. rare chance to attend World Cup

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:40:21 GMT

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CHESTER, Pa. -- A toasty breeze blew in off the Delaware River as several hundred people strolled into Subaru Park in anticipation of seeing the Ivory Coast national team.

It wasn't a World Cup match but rather a community training session, something every competing nation holds prior to its first match in accordance with FIFA regulations.

And like other co

Griffin Jax, Rays aim to subdue suddenly ascending Angels

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:55:10 GMT

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Right-hander Griffin Jax will continue to make the transition from the bullpen to the starting rotation Saturday when the Tampa Bay Rays face the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

It will be the ninth consecutive start for the 31-year-old Jax, who began the season in the bullpen where he has garnered 15 saves in 294 career relief appearances. But Jax (1-4, 4.15 E

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson eager to continue power surge vs. Padres

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:25:14 GMT

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Gunnar Henderson has shed some of the frustration from early in the season and now the Baltimore Orioles shortstop is aiming on more achievements.

Henderson could be front and center again heading into the middle contest of a three-game series against the visiting San Diego Padres on Saturday.

He belted his 100th career home run in the first game of the se

MLB roundup: Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski fans 15 Phils in 1-hit gem

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:40:28 GMT

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Jacob Misiorowski struck out a career-high 15 batters in his first career complete game, a one-hit gem, as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the visiting Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 on Friday.

Jake Bauers hit a three-run homer for Milwaukee, but the standout star for the Brewers was clearly Misiorowski (8-2), whose previous career highs were seven innings and 12 strik

Orioles pile it on early, down Padres to kick off series

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 02:19:12 GMT

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Samuel Basallo's two-run home run in the first inning gave the Baltimore Orioles the lead for good en route to beat the visiting San Diego Padres 7-3 to open a three-game series Friday night.Gunnar Henderson also homered among his three hits and starting pitcher Shane Baz (4-6) worked five innings for Baltimore. Pete Alonso drove in two runs and Tyler O'Neill had two

Padres optimistic Fernando Tatis Jr.'s rise can continue vs. Orioles

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:19:07 GMT

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The San Diego Padres would like to see more signs of a power stroke returning for Fernando Tatis Jr.

The next chance for Tatis to muscle up comes in the opener of a three-game series against the host Baltimore Orioles on Friday.

San Diego is coming off a 5-4 victory against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, a contest capped by Tatis' walk-off home run in the

Nationals, smarting from historic collapse, attempt to recover vs. M's

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:05:09 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will try to put perhaps the worst loss in franchise history behind them when they open a three-game series against the visiting Seattle Mariners on Friday night.

Washington led 9-1 at San Francisco in the eighth inning on Wednesday and were poised to complete a 5-1 road trip before the Giants rallied for a stunning 11-10 win capped by a walk

MLB roundup: Juan Soto's homer powers Mets past Cardinals

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:40:20 GMT

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Juan Soto went 2-for-4 and hit the go-ahead home run in the seventh inning as the New York Mets avoided a sweep against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals with a 5-4 win on Thursday.

Bo Bichette and Jared Young homered in the first inning for the Mets.

After New York starter Christian Scott allowed four runs on seven hits in 4 2/3 innings, Brooks Raley (2-1) work

Orioles take down Mariners with efficient night at plate

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:05:04 GMT

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Adley Rutschman drove in three runs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the visiting Seattle Mariners 7-5 on Thursday night as the teams split a four-game series.

Colton Cowser and Pete Alonso homered for the Orioles, who have won two in a row following a four-game skid. They did their damage on seven hits in the series finale. Rutschman, playing in his first game of

Orioles take down Mariners with efficient night at the plate

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:19:28 GMT

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Adley Rutschman drove in three runs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the visiting Seattle Mariners 7-5 on Thursday night as the teams split a four-game series.

Colton Cowser homered and Rutschman, playing in his first game in the series after missing time because of an ailing hamstring, had two run-producing hits for the Orioles, who've won two in a row following

MLB roundup: Giants cap rally from 8-run deficit with walk-off slam

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:40:27 GMT

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Bryce Eldridge launched a walk-off grand slam with no outs in the bottom of the ninth inning as the San Francisco Giants rallied from an eight-run deficit with 10 runs over the final two innings to shock the visiting Washington Nationals 11-10 on Wednesday.

Matt Chapman and Rafael Devers homered as part of a five-run eighth that got the Giants back in the game. San

Jackson Holliday's slam shoots Orioles past Mariners

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:40:24 GMT

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Brandon Young threw seven shutout innings, Pete Alonso broke a scoreless tie with a sixth-inning home run and Jackson Holliday added a grand slam as the Baltimore Orioles halted a four-game losing streak by beating the visiting Seattle Mariners 7-2 on Wednesday night.Young (5-1) held the Mariners to two hits and two walks while striking out five. Baltimore has won sev

Eagles sign DE A.J. Epenesa after deal with Browns falls through

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:55:08 GMT

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The Philadelphia Eagles signed A.J. Epenesa on Wednesday after the former Buffalo Bills defensive end failed a physical with the Cleveland Browns.

The Eagles did not announce terms of the contract with Epenesa, who in March agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $5 million with Cleveland, according to reports. The Browns opted out after Epenesa, 27, failed his me

Colorado coach Deion Sanders now 'cancer free'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:05 GMT

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders announced he is 'cancer free' heading into the 2026 season.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer talked about his battle with bladder cancer Tuesday on 'Good Morning America.'

'I've got my health back. I've got my swagger back,' said Sanders, 58. 'Last year at this time I was fighting cancer, didn't know which way it was going to go.

Mariners overcoming obstacles heading into rematch vs. Orioles

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:05:12 GMT

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The Seattle Mariners have made the best out of some unfortunate situations this week.

They will take the confidence that goes with that into Wednesday night's game against the host Baltimore Orioles.

Seattle is 11-3 in its last 14 games. The Orioles, in turn, are mired in a four-game losing streak.

The Mariners won the second consecutive contest of the f

MLB roundup: White Sox's Braden Montgomery hits walk-off HR in debut

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:23 GMT

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Braden Montgomery belted a game-ending, two-run homer in the 10th inning in his major league debut to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Montgomery connected against Braves closer Raisel Iglesias (0-1) in the bottom of the 10th after Atlanta's Mauricio Dubon hit a go-ahead single against Grant Taylor on the first p

Randy Arozarena goes deep in 10th to lift Mariners past O's

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:19:11 GMT

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Randy Arozarena hit the second pitch of the 10th inning for a two-run home run and the Seattle Mariners held on to defeat the host Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Tuesday night.

It was Arozarena's third hit of the game and seventh homer of the season. Seattle's Mitch Garver hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning and Logan Gilbert pitched six strong innings.

Pickleball Across the Pacific: A New Chapter in China-US Friendship

Sun, 31 May 2026 12:37:46 GMT

The Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC hosted a special evening on May 30, 2026, bringing together teachers, students, and families from a Maryland youth pickleball delegation that had traveled to China earlier in the year. The event celebrated the premiere of the China Trip Documentary, a film capturing the stories of young Chinese and Americans connecting through pickleball and becoming true friends. In his remarks, A

50 Words or Less: What We Learned During Ravens' Offseason Program

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:55:35 GMT

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The Ravens are taking a break, but they've built momentum so far this offseason.

It was easy to find reasons for optimism after the team concluded mandatory minicamp on Wednesday in good health and spirits.

No serious injuries were suffered over the four weeks of OTAs and offseason practices. Lamar Jackson issinging the praises of new Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle, and Head Coach Je

CJ Allen, AJ Haulcy have already impressed DC Lou Anarumo

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:12 GMT

As the team wraps up offseason workouts, rookies have already caught the eyes of coaches and players.

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Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo came away impressed by rookies CJ Allen and AJ Haulcy in his first look at the Colts' first two draft picks over the last couple weeks.

CJ Allen, who the Colts selected at pick No. 53 from Georgia, was the defensive messenger during his time in Ath

Tyler Loop Is 'Moving On' And Still Confident in His Abilities

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:57:03 GMT

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Tyler Loop delivered on Wednesday, knowing that all eyes were on him.

At the conclusion of mandatory minicamp, the Ravens' kicker was asked to make a 40-yard field goal to prevent the entire team from having post-practice meetings. Loop nailed it, and his teammates celebrated.

That's not how the Ravens' 2025 season ended, but Loop wants people to know he has moved past the cruelest momen

Eagles sign DE A.J. Epenesa, G Michael Jordan

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:37:35 GMT

The team adds veteran depth along the trenches at the conclusion of the team's minicamp.

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The Eagles have signed defensive end A.J. Epenesa and guard Michael Jordan. Linebackers Chandler Martin and Isiah King have been waived in corresponding roster moves.

Epenesa was drafted by the Bills in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Iowa, accumulating 24 sacks, 135 tackles,

OTAs Blog: Meet the newcomers

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:45:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyWednesday, June 10Meet the newcomers:The Steelers held their annual rookie luncheon on Wednesday at Acrisure Stadium, an opportunity for the team to introduce the rookies to the Pittsburgh community.The rookie class was on hand, including draft picks and undrafted players, as well as Coach Mike McCarthy.Defensive tackle Derrick Harmon was recognized during the luncheon as the Steelers 2025 recipient of the Jo

Mailbag: Are People Sleeping on Ravens' Rookie Wide Receivers

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:46:01 GMT

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@draftuncut: Is Elijah Sarratt the biggest sleeper on the entire roster heading into 2026? 👀 The production, hands and fit with Lamar are being massively overlooked.

Brown:It's too early to project the biggest sleeper on the roster, but I like Sarratt's potential.

As you pointed out in your infographic,Sarratt has a history of being underrated. He didn'

2026 Opponent Preview: Cleveland Browns, Week 2

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Browns have a quarterback competition and a completely revamped offensive line to sort through but also have a new head coach, the NFL's reigning Defensive Player of the Year and an array of young skill-position talent

Scott Smith

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in the middle of their three-day mandatory minicamp, annually the final step in their offseason workout program. While the focus now is on playb

Lawsuits filed, search warrant served after Orange County tank emergency

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:10:57 GMT

Lawsuits filed, search warrant served after Orange County tank emergency

Fast-moving 'November Fire' burns hundreds of acres at Camp Pendleton

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:10:12 GMT

Fast-moving 'November Fire' burns hundreds of acres at Camp Pendleton

Part of I-15 closed in North County due to early-morning fatal crash

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:09:47 GMT

Part of I-15 closed in North County due to early-morning fatal crash

Serial killer in San Diego? Murder suspect pleads not guilty to more killings

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:08:38 GMT

Serial killer in San Diego? Murder suspect pleads not guilty to more killings

Witness- 'Manic, desperate' defendant sought spells to control wife May Millete

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:08:00 GMT

Witness- 'Manic, desperate' defendant sought spells to control wife May Millete

Before Islamic Center attack, San Diego had history of white supremacist violence

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:05:24 GMT

Before Islamic Center attack, San Diego had history of white supremacist violence

No planes damaged after early-morning fire at Montgomery-Gibbs airport

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:05:22 GMT

No planes damaged after early-morning fire at Montgomery-Gibbs airport

Brush fire chars 75 acres at Camp Pendleton, prompts evacuation warnings

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:04:59 GMT

Brush fire chars 75 acres at Camp Pendleton, prompts evacuation warnings

Two people arrested after police pursuit stretches from Orange County to Camp Pendleton

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:03:54 GMT

Two people arrested after police pursuit stretches from Orange County to Camp Pendleton

Brothers follow three-generation legacy into St. Louis Police Department

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:03:24 GMT

Brothers follow three-generation legacy into St. Louis Police Department

Murder Conviction Reversed For Father Accused Of Murdering Daughter Latest News

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:03:57 GMT

Murder Conviction Reversed For Father Accused Of Murdering Daughter Latest News

Man Pleads Guilty To Killing Minnesota Democrat While Posed As Cop Latest News

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:03:12 GMT

Man Pleads Guilty To Killing Minnesota Democrat While Posed As Cop Latest News

Montreal mayor says trust has been broken amid police racism allegations - Montreal

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:05:28 GMT

Montreal mayor says trust has been broken amid police racism allegations - Montreal

Calgary, Edmonton police forces pay tribute to slain Ontario officers

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:37:06 GMT

Calgary, Edmonton police forces pay tribute to slain Ontario officers

Lethbridge police equip officers with body cams as program to roll out in phases

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:33:05 GMT

Lethbridge police equip officers with body cams as program to roll out in phases

Cop severely wounded by gunman who menaced bus rider awarded NYPD Medal of Honor

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:04:33 GMT

Cop severely wounded by gunman who menaced bus rider awarded NYPD Medal of Honor

Yuba City police K-9 catches suspect who hit fire hydrant during pursuit

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:34:13 GMT

Yuba City police K-9 catches suspect who hit fire hydrant during pursuit

ACTION 8 UPDATE- New details released in Montgomery County police chase - WAKA 8

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:39:27 GMT

ACTION 8 UPDATE- New details released in Montgomery County police chase - WAKA 8

Peruvian police dress as World Cup mascots to arrest suspected drug dealer

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:04:24 GMT

Peruvian police dress as World Cup mascots to arrest suspected drug dealer

Children of first responders would be eligible for free community college under North Carolina bill

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:36:59 GMT

Children of first responders would be eligible for free community college under North Carolina bill

Mother, son found stabbed to death; police questions Italian partner

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:34:00 GMT

Mother, son found stabbed to death; police questions Italian partner

WashU Expert- Ebola and public health preparedness during the World Cup - The Source - WashU

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:33:11 GMT

WashU Expert- Ebola and public health preparedness during the World Cup - The Source - WashU

Minister Kim Wilson On Ebola Precautions

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:39:08 GMT

Minister Kim Wilson On Ebola Precautions

Salt Lake City-area bomb squad disposes explosive found at Wasatch County Library - Park Record

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:01:46 GMT

Salt Lake City-area bomb squad disposes explosive found at Wasatch County Library - Park Record

Group eyes petition to increase number of Lincoln police officers

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:34:51 GMT

Group eyes petition to increase number of Lincoln police officers

Suspect arrested after cyclist killed in hit-and-run in Hialeah, police say NBC 6 South Florida

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:11:16 GMT

Suspect arrested after cyclist killed in hit-and-run in Hialeah, police say NBC 6 South Florida

Broward prosecutors and judge clear records in 1980s and 1990s drug stings NBC 6 South Florida

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:09:36 GMT

Broward prosecutors and judge clear records in 1980s and 1990s drug stings NBC 6 South Florida

Miami landlord, 78, arrested after attacking tenant with machete, police say NBC 6 South Florida

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:07:36 GMT

Miami landlord, 78, arrested after attacking tenant with machete, police say NBC 6 South Florida

Person detained after suspicious fire at Little Havana home, Miami Police say NBC 6 South Florida

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:05:39 GMT

Person detained after suspicious fire at Little Havana home, Miami Police say NBC 6 South Florida

Montpelier police arrest man accused of breaking into vehicles - WPTZ

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:33:41 GMT

Montpelier police arrest man accused of breaking into vehicles - WPTZ

Man banned from Pembrokeshire after police officer attack

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:34:50 GMT

Man banned from Pembrokeshire after police officer attack

Armed police in Welsh town after 'samurai sword' report

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:34:35 GMT

Armed police in Welsh town after 'samurai sword' report

Suspects tell police that deadly attack near Frontier Restaurant stemmed from dispute

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:32:50 GMT

Suspects tell police that deadly attack near Frontier Restaurant stemmed from dispute

Brad Pitt in the frame as older men embrace hot professor glasses - Accessories

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:34:59 GMT

Brad Pitt in the frame as older men embrace hot professor glasses - Accessories

Woman arrested in hit-and-run crash that killed 9-year-old, police say

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:01:34 GMT

Woman arrested in hit-and-run crash that killed 9-year-old, police say

Santa Monica police are upping patrols during 2026 FIFA World Cup NBC Los Angeles

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:32:11 GMT

Santa Monica police are upping patrols during 2026 FIFA World Cup NBC Los Angeles