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Gunman wounds 2, fatally shot by bystander at Walmart store

Gunman wounds 2, fatally shot by bystander at Walmart store A suspected gunman wounded two people before being fatally shot by a bystander at a Walmart store in Washington state Sunday evening.

Some seek Faneuil Hall name change because of slavery ties

Some seek Faneuil Hall name change because of slavery ties It's called the Cradle of Liberty because it's where the American Revolution was energized.

Sessions set to address nation's sheriffs in New Orleans

Sessions set to address nation's sheriffs in New Orleans Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen are among the speakers slated to address a gathering of the nation's sheriffs in New Orleans.

Carjacking suspect dead, two injured at Walmart in Washington state

Carjacking suspect dead, two injured at Walmart in Washington state A carjacking suspect was killed and at least two other people were injured Sunday after a pair of carjacking attempts and a vehicle chase in Washington state that eventually led to a Walmart parking lot, according to police.

Lawyers to present final arguments in Mafia boss trial

Lawyers to present final arguments in Mafia boss trial Attorneys are preparing to make their final pitches to jurors in the case of a former New England Mafia boss charged in the 1993 killing of a nightclub owner.

Dr. Zuhdi Jasser on terror threats facing the United States

Dr. Zuhdi Jasser on terror threats facing the United States Dr. Zuhdi Jasser of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy joins 'Life, Liberty & Levin' to discuss threats from radical hate groups that are still threaten the United States.

Remnants of hurricane help crews in Colorado, Wyoming fires

Remnants of hurricane help crews in Colorado, Wyoming fires A welcome dose of rain spawned by a hurricane that churned through the Pacific has given a boost in the battle against two large wildfires in Colorado and Wyoming.

The Latest: Officials ask for evacuations due to Nevada fire

The Latest: Officials ask for evacuations due to Nevada fire The Latest on wildfires burning in the U.S. West (all times local): 6:28 p.m. Authorities in a northern Nevada county are asking people to evacuate due to a growing wildfire.

Port of Virginia, major shipping hub for US commerce, plans big expansion

Port of Virginia, major shipping hub for US commerce, plans big expansion The Port of Virginia is one of the most significant ports in the United States.

The Latest: Event on verge of being shut down before gunfire

The Latest: Event on verge of being shut down before gunfire The Latest on the shooting at a New Jersey arts festival (all times local): 7:40 a.m.

Former 3 Doors Down bass player arrested for alleged drug and weapon possession

Former 3 Doors Down bass player arrested for alleged drug and weapon possession One of the founding members of the rock band 3 Doors Down is back in jail after guns and drugs were seen in his Mississippi home.

Why Hollywood hates Trump

Why Hollywood hates Trump Rob Reiner's harsh attacks on the president.

Kathy Griffin unleashes profanity-laced tirade at Melania Trump: 'F--- you, Melanie'

Kathy Griffin unleashes profanity-laced tirade at Melania Trump: 'F--- you, Melanie' Liberal comedian Kathy Griffin, who famously posed with a fake severed head of President Trump, is continuing her one-woman resistance by taking a swing at the first lady.

Celebrities celebrate Father's Day 2018 on social media

Celebrities celebrate Father's Day 2018 on social media It’s Father’s Day and that means it’s time for dads far and wide to be celebrated for their hard work raising kids this year. On such a special day, even celebrities are taking to social media to share a comment about the great fathers in their lives.

Kim Kardashian West takes on a new prison reform case

Kim Kardashian West takes on a new prison reform case Kim Kardashian West is continuing her fight for justice reform after her successful campaign to get Alice Marie Johnson freed from her life sentence. The beauty mogul on Saturday called on California Gov. Jerry Brown to take a closer look at the case of Kevin Cooper.

Jimmy Kimmel upset by Sen. Ted Cruz at charity basketball game

Jimmy Kimmel upset by Sen. Ted Cruz at charity basketball game Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has triumphed over late night TV host Jimmy Kimmel in their much-hyped charity basketball game that Kimmel dubbed the Blobfish Basketball Classic.

Kim Kardashian-West tells CNN she's not against possibly running for office

Kim Kardashian-West tells CNN she's not against possibly running for office Fresh off her winning pitch to Donald Trump to spring a non-violent drug offender, Kim Kardashian is mulling her political prospects — and won’t rule out a White House bid.

'Incredibles 2' scores best opening for an animation film of all time

'Incredibles 2' scores best opening for an animation film of all time The combined powers of superheroes, the Pixar brand and a draught of family-friendly films helped "Incredibles 2" become the best animated opening of all time, the biggest PG-rated launch ever and the 8th highest film launch overall.

Cruz tops Kimmel in 'Blobfish' basketball game

Cruz tops Kimmel in 'Blobfish' basketball game The trash-talking ended Saturday and the one-on-one basketball began. When it was over, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, had defeated ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, 11-9.

Former 'Jeopardy!' winner pleads guilty to hacking colleagues' emails, could get 5 years

Former 'Jeopardy!' winner pleads guilty to hacking colleagues' emails, could get 5 years Stephanie Jass, 48, of Tecumseh, Mich., pleaded guilty Wednesday in Lenawee Circuit Court to a charge of unauthorized computer access.

Exhausted peace marchers arrive in Afghan capital saying 'everyone's tired of war'

KABUL (Reuters) - Hundreds of Afghan peace marchers arrived exhausted in the capital, Kabul, on Monday after spending the fasting month of Ramadan crossing the sun-baked, war-torn country, much of it under Taliban control. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2JM2OAr

Japan earthquake kills 3 including 9-year-old girl; scores injured

Japan earthquake kills 3 including 9-year-old girl; scores injured At least three people were killed -- a 9-year-old girl and two men in their 80s -- and more than 200 other people were hurt after a strong earthquake rattled the city of Osaka in western Japan on Monday morning, officials said.

Syria says US-led strike hits troops in east, US denies

Syria says US-led strike hits troops in east, US denies Syrian state TV is reporting that the U.S.-led coalition has struck a military position in the country's east, leaving several troops dead and wounded, allegations denied by a U.S. official.

German leaders mull next steps in migration standoff

German leaders mull next steps in migration standoff Leaders of Germany's governing conservative parties are holding separate meetings to mull their next steps in a dispute over migration that has escalated into a threat to Chancellor Angela Merkel's government.

Peace convoy arrives in Afghan capital after 40-day march

Peace convoy arrives in Afghan capital after 40-day march Dozens of Afghans have arrived in Kabul after trekking across the country on foot calling for an end to the 17-year war.

Israel strikes Hamas targets in bid to deter burning kites

Israel strikes Hamas targets in bid to deter burning kites The Israeli military says it struck nine Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip in a bid to deter Palestinians from launching incendiary kites and balloons into Israel.

2 Koreas discuss how to cooperate in Asian Games

2 Koreas discuss how to cooperate in Asian Games Sports officials from the rival Koreas are meeting at a border village to discuss how to cooperate in the Asian Games being held in Indonesia in August.

US-led coalition hits Syrian army post, causing casualties

US-led coalition hits Syrian army post, causing casualties Syrian state TV is reporting that the U.S.-led coalition has struck a military position in the country's east, leaving several troops dead and wounded.

Colombia's president-elect seeks unity after polarizing vote

Colombia's president-elect seeks unity after polarizing vote President-elect Ivan Duque appealed for unity after winning a runoff election over a leftist firebrand whose ascent shook Colombia's political establishment and laid bare deep divisions over the nation's peace process.

Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea

Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons in waters crucial for global commerce and rich in fish and potential oil and gas reserves: ___ EDITOR'S NOTE: This is a weekly look at the latest developments in the South China Sea, the location of several territorial conflicts that have raised tensions in the region.

Carlotta weakens to tropical depression off Mexico's coast

Carlotta weakens to tropical depression off Mexico's coast Former hurricane and tropical storm Carlotta weakened into a tropical depression expected to stay just off Mexico's Pacific coast Monday, though its heavy rains continued to pose a threat of flash flooding and mudslides on shore, particularly in mountainous areas.

Japan Earthquake Kills at Least 3 and Injures Hundreds More

By MIKE IVES from NYT World https://ift.tt/2yh92Ty

Trump Picks Economic Winners, Guided by Nostalgia

By BRAD PLUMER and JIM TANKERSLEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HXj0JB

Dele Alli and England Drop Their Guard and Their Past

By RORY SMITH from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2JKuS7A

5 Cheap(ish) Things for Bike Commuting Bliss

By AC SHILTON from NYT Smarter Living https://ift.tt/2K4ZG2h

Who Really Put Saudi Women Behind the Wheel?

By MONA ELTAHAWY from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2MyiIfC

In the Balkans, a Chance to Stabilize Europe

By GEORGE SOROS and ALEXANDER SOROS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2yjh7XR

Found Poem Favorite: ‘The Opioid Crisis’

By THE LEARNING NETWORK from NYT The Learning Network https://ift.tt/2MANyEz

What’s on TV Monday: The MTV Movie & TV Awards and the Monterey Pop Festival

By GABE COHN from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2MA9n7g

Yayoi Kusama’s ‘Narcissus Garden’ Is Coming to the Rockaways

By ANDREW R. CHOW from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2tl1k5s

Colombia Elects Iván Duque, Populist Conservative, as President

By NICHOLAS CASEY and SUSAN ABAD from NYT World https://ift.tt/2lfH5Cv

On Old-Timers’ Day in the Bronx, It’s the New Guy Who Gets Jeered

By DAVID WALDSTEIN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2HYvU9Z

U.S. Open: Dustin Johnson’s Wayward Short Game Makes for a Long Sunday

By BILL PENNINGTON from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2LXanku

After Dramatic Homer by Brandon Nimmo, the Mets Have a Winning Streak. Really.

By JAMES WAGNER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2tgPx8d

Tommy Fleetwood, Oh So Close

By ZACH SCHONBRUN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2thXhqg