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U.S. braces for Iran’s response after overnight strikes on nuclear sites

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 …

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It’s a barrier women have never broken. Can Faith Kipyegon make mile history?

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. …

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The strange bedfellows driving — and winning — the war on porn

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 …

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A cast of scandal-plagued candidates tests the limits of what New York City voters will forgive

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 …

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Yacht crashes into Hudson River harbor, injuring dozens

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 …

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MAGA influencers fall in line behind Trump after U.S. airstrikes hit Iran

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 …

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Iran retaliation a growing concern in the U.S. after strikes 

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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