More Americans apply for unemployment as layoffs remain high
Jobless claims rose for the second week in a row as the U.S. labor market struggles to shake off COVID-19.
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Royal Caribbean CEO on new safety protocols, push to sail again
No cruise ship has left a U.S. port with passengers in over a year.
Pence inks deal to write 2 books
The first book from Pence, an autobiography, is tentatively set to be published in 2023.
Capitol riot defendant "viciously" beaten in D.C. jail, lawyer says
The attorney says Ryan Samsel had his hands zip-tied before being "viciously and savagely" beatan by a guard in the facility.
NRA boss says he didn't tell group leaders before bankruptcy
Wayne LaPierre took the stand in the NRA's bankruptcy trial.
Ivy League acceptance rates hit "shocking" lows
Elite colleges issued their acceptances on Tuesday. At Harvard, fewer than 4 out of 100 applicants got in.
"Vaccine passports" spark debate and division
Some businesses are demanding "vaccine passports" but opposition is building over privacy and other concerns.
More colleges requiring vaccination proof for fall semester
At least a dozen schools around the U.S. are banning unvaccinated students from being on campus.
Biden says inaction on infrastructure "not an option"
The president touted the $2 trillion American Jobs Plan and defended raising the corporate tax rate to pay for it.
Carbon dioxide levels highest they've been in over 3 million years: NOAA
The rise happened despite an estimated 7% reduction in global emissions due to the pandemic, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
South Carolina state House advances hate crimes bill
South Carolina is one of just three states that do not have similar bills, which increase criminal penalties for people who commit hate crimes.
Shaq paid for a stranger's engagement ring
"I'm just trying to make people smile," the NBA great said.
Tiger Woods was speeding before SUV crash
The 45-year-old golf legend spent weeks in the hospital after undergoing surgery and is now recovering at home.
Forensic scientist found George Floyd's blood, pills in squad car
McKenzie Anderson, a state crime scene team leader, testified about collecting evidence in the trial of Derek Chauvin.
More than 5,000 people go to illegal party in Arizona forest
The U.S Forest Service said the party put "the public, Forest Service personnel, and first responders at risk."
Former RFK Jr. adviser accuses Trump officials of corruption
Nvidia investigates CEO Jensen Huang over Chinese espionage concerns
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Trump says there is "no reason" to escalate war with Iran
Gunman who carried out Poland mass shooting has died, police say
These House and Senate midterm races don't have winners yet
GOP Rep. Hill says he'll weigh whether Hegseth's actions merit impeachment
Leading Dem on midterms aftermath: "We're still in the fight of our lives"
