Al-Zawahiri was on his Kabul balcony. How Hellfire missiles took him out
The missiles were launched by an unmanned aerial vehicle, or drone, killing him instantly.
Politics
Vladimir Putin's rumored girlfriend hit with latest U.S. sanctions
Russian tabloids have dubbed Alina Kabaeva "Russia's First Mistress" and even the "Secret First Lady."
Justice Department sues Idaho over abortion law
The Justice Department argues Idaho's law violates the Constitution and conflicts with federal law.
Feds target U.S. companies caught in lucrative shark fin trade
Every year, the fins of as many as 73 million sharks are sliced from the backs of the majestic sea predators.
Senate OKs bill extending benefits to families of officers who die by suicide
The legislation passed the Senate by unanimous consent.
Pelosi lands in Taiwan amid high-pressure standoff with China
Pelosi said her visit was meant to honor "America's unwavering commitment to supporting Taiwan's vibrant Democracy."
Federal student loan payment pause set to expire in less than a month
The Biden administration extended the payment pause in April through August 31.
Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri killed in drone strike, Biden says
"Now, justice has been delivered," President Biden said Monday night. "And this terrorist leader is no more."
Biden taps FEMA, CDC officials to head response to monkeypox outbreak
The Biden administration has faced criticism over the pace of vaccine availability for monkeypox.
New report on Afghanistan reconstruction shows bleak outlook for women
A quarterly report released by the special inspector general for Afghanistan finds women's rights there have deteriorated to 1990s levels.
Appeals court reinstates Kentucky's near-total abortion ban
The state's two clinics issued a statement saying "abortion is now banned in Kentucky," and said they began canceling scheduled procedures.
Trump endorses "ERIC" in Missouri GOP Senate primary. There's more than one Eric in the race
On the eve of primary day and after withholding his backing for most of the primary and teasing an endorsement earlier in the day, Trump issued the statement with just a first name.
Blinken says Russia is using Ukraine nuclear plant as "equivalent of a human shield"
"We're deeply concerned about the fact that Russia has taken over nuclear facilities in Ukraine," Secretary of State Antony Blinken said at the start of a U.N. conference.
Who was al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri?
The terrorist leader was believed to be the true architect behind the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States.
White House dismisses report finding Schumer-Manchin plan would raise taxes
The White House press secretary said the report "omits the actual benefits" Americans would receive.
Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast with rain, flooding. See its path.
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Fort Hood shooter's execution will be livestreamed, Pentagon says
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Trump promises not to resume Iran strikes before midterm elections
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Trump aide's daughter pictured with pro-Russia politician
Guilfoyle associate says when she asked him for $100K, it was "quid pro quo"
Curtis Flowers, wrongfully convicted man who was on death row, dies at 56
Arizona congressional candidate reports rape while repairing campaign signs
