SAN FRANCISCO — For Rafael Devers, his first home run for San Francisco felt similar to the 215 he hit for Boston — even if this one came against the Red Sox just six days after his surprising trade to the Giants. Devers delighted his new fans in San Francisco when he connected for a two-run homer against his former …
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U.S. braces for Iran’s response after overnight strikes on nuclear sites
The United States, the Middle East and world oil markets are bracing for Iran’s response after President Donald Trump launched punishing strikes on Iranian nuclear energy sites overnight, plunging the region into an unprecedented new phase of a decades-old conflict. The U.S. struck Iranian nuclear facilities, including the key Fordo site, with 14 GBU 57s, 30,000-pound “bunker buster bombs,” according …
Read More »Vance says U.S. ‘not at war with Iran, we’re at war with Iran’s nuclear program’
WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance said Sunday that the U.S. is not at war with Iran, but with Tehran’s nuclear weapons program, and declined to confirm with 100% confidence that the country’s nuclear sites had been completely destroyed. During an interview on NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” moderator Kristen Welker asked the vice president whether the U.S. was now …
Read More »It’s a barrier women have never broken. Can Faith Kipyegon make mile history?
Last winter, a study startled the running world when a team of researchers concluded that, under the right circumstances, Kenyan superstar Faith Kipyegon could break a barrier long thought impossible — becoming the first woman to run one mile in less than 4 minutes. In the coming days, under a worldwide spotlight, that theory will be put to the test. …
Read More »In Indianapolis, with largest U.S. Burmese population, tariffs and travel ban hit hard
In Indianapolis, Than Hre, the Burmese-born owner of Chin Brothers Restaurant & Grocery, stands behind his counter tallying receipts that tell the story of a business under pressure. Over the past year, he says, the profit margin for his restaurant and grocery business has dropped from around 35% to about 10% as tariffs and shipping costs have driven up the …
Read More »The strange bedfellows driving — and winning — the war on porn
Anti-pornography crusaders are on a winning streak. On almost every front, those who argue that pornography is a scourge on society are racking up wins. States are implementing online age verification laws, and some politicians are pursuing aggressive bans on explicit content. Culturally, the viewpoint that porn is not only harmful to women but increasingly men and the sexual development …
Read More »A cast of scandal-plagued candidates tests the limits of what New York City voters will forgive
Few political operatives have it easier than opposition researchers in New York City this year. New York’s 2025 municipal races feature a scandal-laden cast of characters whose alleged or proven misdeeds have made front-page headlines for years. They include the front-runner heading into Tuesday’s Democratic mayoral primary. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has spent much of his bid to …
Read More »Yacht crashes into Hudson River harbor, injuring dozens
Dozens of people suffered minor injuries Saturday afternoon when a yacht carrying 352 passengers crashed into a pier on the Hudson River in New York City, authorities said. Some reports suggested the yacht was hosting a party when the crash took place at Henry Hudson Parkway and 125th Street in Manhattan shortly after 4 p.m. NBC News was not immediately …
Read More »MAGA influencers fall in line behind Trump after U.S. airstrikes hit Iran
The MAGA movement’s top influencers were divided over bombing Iran until President Donald Trump did just that Saturday night. Now, at least for the time being, the lay leaders in the president’s base appear to be rallying around a position that spares Trump criticism: Direct attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities are justified, as long as American troops aren’t sent into …
Read More »Iran retaliation a growing concern in the U.S. after strikes
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Special Report: President Trump delivers remarks on Iran strikes 59:41 U.S. Navy subs launched 30 Tomahawk missiles as part of Iran attack 03:12 Now Playing Iran retaliation a growing concern in the U.S. after strikes 02:44 UP NEXT Trump says Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities ‘completely …
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