
This is how to prevent another 100,000 Covid deaths by December, Fauci says
With nearly 100,000 Americans hospitalized with Covid-19 and infections surging among the unvaccinated population, it's possible another 100,000 people could die from the virus by December, according to a recent University of Washington model.

Devastating Ida kills at least 1, leaves more than 1 million without power and many awaiting rescue from flooded homes
Hurricane Ida has left catastrophic damage across southeastern Louisiana, killing at least one person, leaving much of the New Orleans area without power, stopping cell phone service and sending rescuers scrambling Monday to untold numbers of flooded homes where people were anxiously asking for help.

US travelers dropped from EU safe list as Covid cases surge
The European Union recommended on Monday that Americans should be banned from nonessential travel to its member states after a rise in Covid-19 cases in the United States.
18-yo shot and killed while driving from party
An 18-year-old was shot and killed and a 17-year-old was held hostage and assaulted following a party in a Sugar House neighborhood over a stolen bottle of alcohol, Salt Lake police said Sunday.
Middle Tennessee is clawing its way out of devastation from recent flooding. It sits right in Ida's crosshairs
Middle Tennessee remains deep in recovery mode after last week's deadly and destructive flooding, and it appears the remnants of Hurricane Ida will offer the area little quarter.
Hurricane Ida may push gas prices even higher
Hurricane Ida's direct hit on the nation's oil and gasoline industry could send gas prices higher, exacerbating inflation that's already hurting American consumers.
Un reactor nuclear que Corea del Norte usa para producir plutonio parece estar activo, dice organismo de la ONU
Corea del Norte parece haber reiniciado sus operaciones en una planta de energía capaz de producir plutonio para armas nucleares, según el organismo de control nuclear de Naciones Unidas.
Biden attends dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base for those killed in Afghanistan
President Joe Biden watched stoically as flag-draped cases carrying the remains of American service members killed in Afghanistan returned Sunday to the United States.

US and other countries say they will hold Taliban to promises to let people leave Afghanistan after August 31
The US, along with about 100 other countries, said they will hold the Taliban to their promises that they will allow people to leave the country after August 31, according to a joint statement released Sunday.

January 6 committee to ask telecommunications companies to preserve phone records of members of Congress who participated in 'Stop the Steal' rally
The House Select Committee investigating the deadly January 6 riot is set to request that a group of telecommunications companies preserve the phone records of a group of GOP members of Congress and former President Donald Trump, as well as members of the Trump family, who played some role in the "Stop the Steal" rally that served as the prelude to the Capitol insurrection.
'Only Murders in the Building' is Steve Martin's take on a Manhattan murder mystery
"Only Murders in the Building" might have been co-created by Steve Martin, but it has the feel of Woody Allen's lighter mysteries, drenched in New York-centric touches and characters as eccentric as the décor in their high-rise apartments. Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez play the unlikely sleuths, in a Hulu series that's good fun as long as you don't over-think it.
'Historical' human bone found at dog park in Rocky Mount
The Rocky Mount Police Department is investigating after a 'historical' human bone was found at a dog park earlier this week.

Manchester United set to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo after reaching agreement with Juventus
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to re-sign for Manchester United subject to personal terms, visa and a medical assessment, the club announced on Friday.
More than 41,000 Californians are under evacuation orders as state faces dangerous weather conditions for fire activity
Weather conditions in California for the next few days could be dangerous for fire activity, officials say, potentially making the state's wildfire season even more devastating.
Judge rules against Florida Gov. DeSantis' ban on mask mandates in schools
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' ban on mask mandates in schools will not remain in place, Leon County's 2nd Judicial Circuit Court Judge John Cooper ruled Friday.

Evacuation from Afghanistan in final phase after deadly Kabul airport attack
The US still plans to end its mission in Afghanistan this month, the Pentagon said Friday, as the evacuation of US citizens and allies enters its final desperate stage after a bombing at Kabul's airport killed at least 170 people including 13 US service members.

Controversial Missouri gun rights law has taken a toll on fighting crime
US Marshals preparing for a recent operation with local police in Missouri to arrest a fugitive allegedly involved in drug trafficking faced last-minute hurdles because of a controversial new state law aimed at protecting gun rights, according to US law enforcement officials.
Trump's rally script fell apart
Starting well before he ever got elected, former President Donald Trump had a talent for making his rallygoers boo. Just mentioning Hillary Clinton or CNN (or, near the end of his presidency, Fox News) would trigger a paroxysm of jeering from his supporters, who knew the role they played in punctuating his performances and happily did their part.
Mollie Tibbetts' mother pledges donation to Xavior Harrelson reward fund
The mother of Mollie Tibbetts announced she will donate half of the proceeds from her daughter’s memorial run toward the reward fund for a missing Montezuma boy.
Inmates offered Ivermectin for COVID-19
Inmates who test positive for COVID-19 at the Washington County Detention Center are being offered ivermectin, the sheriff's office confirmed to 40/29 News.
Reddit turns down moderators who want action on Covid misinformation
Reddit, the sprawling social media site known for its community-guided ethos, rejected a plea from moderators of a pro-vaccine forum to do more to combat Covid-19 misinformation. Instead, Reddit doubled down on a well-worn "open forum" argument that has practically become a Silicon Valley cliche.
Police locate mother of wandering boy
Police say they have found the mother of a wandering boy found Thursday in Independence.
US troops, Afghans killed in suicide attacks outside Kabul airport
Twelve US service members and dozens of Afghans have been killed in two bombing attacks outside Kabul's airport, according to the Pentagon and Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health.

Dog ownership is associated with good health. Mandatory Credit: Getty Images
If you have a dog and tell them it's National Dog Day, I suspect they will reply: "I thought everyday was dog day! Now where's my treat?"

The benefits of owning a dog -- and the surprising science behind it
If you have a dog and tell them it's National Dog Day, I suspect they will reply: "I thought everyday was dog day! Now where's my treat?"
Seven US Capitol Police officers sue former President Trump, Stop the Steal organizers over January 6 riot
Deaths in Texas from Covid-19 are up 138% compared to two weeks ago, according to The New York Times. And yet, on the same day that 164 Texans died from Covid-19, Gov. Greg Abbott signed an executive order banning any government mandates for the vaccine.
Doesn't Greg Abbott have anything better to do?
Deaths in Texas from Covid-19 are up 138% compared to two weeks ago, according to The New York Times. And yet, on the same day that 164 Texans died from Covid-19, Gov. Greg Abbott signed an executive order banning any government mandates for the vaccine.
Make the unvaccinated pay out for their deadly decisions
It's time to stop forcing the vaccinated majority of Americans to accommodate those who refuse to take this simple step -- especially now that at least one Covid-19 vaccine has been fully approved.
Possible major hurricane could hit the US Coast
Tropical Depression Nine has formed in the Caribbean Sea and confidence is growing that a potentially major hurricane could hit the US by late this weekend or early next week.

TLC wants you to come jam with them
TLC is still "CrazySexyCool." Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas are heading out on tour September 3 in honor of the 27th anniversary of the release of their diamond certified "CrazySexyCool" album.

Wendy's is upgrading its french fries
Few things in life are worse than a soggy french fry. Wendy's says it has a solution.

Blue Origin successfully completes first test flight with no passengers after Jeff Bezos trip
The rocket that flew Jeff Bezos to space last month just took another brief, suborbital jaunt to the upper reaches of the atmosphere, this time without people on board, as the company continues to test the vehicle and prepare to offer rides to other ultra-wealthy thrill seekers.
22-year-old COVID-19 patient: 'I wouldn't want anything like this to happen' to others
A 22-year-old COVID-19 patient spoke to FOX5 from inside his hospital room at MountainView Hospital this week, wanting to share the challenges of his battle for recovery and his fight against isolation.

Biden braces for fallout as his dire warnings of a Kabul terror attack come true
Terrorist explosions outside Kabul's international airport on Thursday that killed multiple US service members came after days of public and private warnings from President Joe Biden of a potential attack that could disrupt the massive airlift effort underway there.
Are you losing your pandemic unemployment benefits? Tell us about it.
The unprecedented expansion of unemployment benefits that Congress approved at the start of the coronavirus pandemic is set to expire nationwide in early September.

Herschel Walker launches Senate campaign in Georgia
Herschel Walker, the former football star, announced his campaign for US Senate in Georgia on Wednesday, after months of speculation marked by both former President Donald Trump's public encouragement and some Republicans' rising concerns about the political newcomer's ability to win a crucial seat.

House approves $3.5 trillion budget plan in key step for Democrats to pass legislation expanding social safety net
The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved a budget framework that will pave the way for Democrats to spend up to $3.5 trillion on a sweeping economic package to expand the social safety net that President Joe Biden has made a signature agenda item.

5 things to know for August 24: Covid-19, Afghanistan, Cuomo, voting rights, shipping
The CNN Business Fear & Greed Index, with seven gauges of investor sentiment, is showing signs of fear in the market. But one thing the business world isn't too worried about? The Delta variant causing a repeat of the 2020 shutdown.

Right-wing media pushed a deworming drug to treat Covid-19 that the FDA says is unsafe for humans
Public health officials are aggressively dispelling claims by right-wing media personalities who have been promoting an anti-parasitic drug used for livestock as a potential Covid-19 treatment.

Biden encourages Americans who have been waiting for full FDA approval to get their Covid vaccination: 'Get it today'
President Joe Biden on Monday encouraged Americans who have been waiting for full approval from the US Food and Drug Administration to go get vaccinated against Covid-19 after the FDA approved Pfizer-BioNTech's vaccine.

Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to wear iconic Tiffany Diamond
Beyoncé has made fashion history as the first Black woman to wear the iconic 128.54 carat Tiffany Diamond.

NYC announces Covid-19 vaccine mandate for all public school employees, with no testing opt out
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Monday that all Department of Education staff for public schools across the city must be vaccinated against Covid-19, without a testing alternative.
Community puts on birthday parade to celebrate Oklahoma woman's 112th birthday
The Guthrie community gathered this weekend to wish Ethel Bowens a very special happy birthday.

This Applebee's dessert got a shout-out in a popular song. Now the chain is bringing it back
The Oreo Cookie Shake is coming back to Applebee's, thanks to country singer Walker Hayes and his song "Fancy Like."

'Tidal wave' of floodwaters overtook Tennesseans in minutes and killed 21, including 7-month-old twins
Casey Hipshire knew flooding was possible, she said, but she thought the rainwater that filled the yard of her home in Middle Tennessee would recede. It didn't.
The big bet Joe Biden is making on Afghanistan
Joe Biden believes that you don't care about Afghanistan. Or, maybe more accurately, that you won't care about it by the time the 2022 (and 2024) elections rolls around.

Don Everly, of harmonizing rock 'n' roll duo the Everly Brothers, dies at 84
Don Everly, the last of the silken-voiced Everly Brothers music duo known for their harmonies, has died, according to an announcement on the group's official Instagram. He was 84 years old.
Crews work to restore power for tens of thousands as Henri drenches the Northeast
Utility crews are working to restore power to more than 65,000 customers throughout the Northeast and New England on Monday after Tropical Storm Henri churned through the region, knocking out electricity to more than 100,000 customers at its peak.
School District responds to racial controversy at Salinas High
Salinas Union High School District is responding to a racial controversy that took place at Salinas High School. The district became aware of disturbing images and videos circulating on social media of a Black doll.

Elder campaign replaces campaign manager in California recall race
Under fire with 3 weeks to go and ballots in the mail, California Republican Larry Elder has installed Jeff Corless as his campaign manager in the recall race for governor, a spokeswoman for the campaign told CNN.