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7h ago

Three children among 6 killed when helicopter crashes in the Hudson River in New York City

A family from Spain was on a sightseeing tour over the city when the aircraft plummeted into the water. A pilot was also killed.
A helicopter in the Hudson River in New York on April 10, 2025.
A helicopter in the Hudson River in New York on April 10, 2025.
7h ago

Dave Portnoy regrets Barstool Sports' role in 'vicious rumor' that Ole Miss student says ruined her life

"I’m sad, and I wish we didn’t play any part in it," he said after at least two people connected to Barstool posted about the false viral claims.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy visits SiriusXM Studios on Nov. 14, 2017, in New York.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy visits SiriusXM Studios on Nov. 14, 2017, in New York.

Kids' Health

11h ago

Kids' Health

Kennedy says HHS will determine the cause of autism by September

Kennedy has offered no details on what his study, which he called a "massive testing and research effort," will involve.
Image: trump cabinet meeting rfk jr kennedy burgum rubio politics political politicians
Image: trump cabinet meeting rfk jr kennedy burgum rubio politics political politicians

Immigration

11h ago

Immigration

Judge allows requirement that everyone in the U.S. illegally must register to move forward

Failure to register is considered a crime, and people will be required to carry registration documents with them or risk prison time and fines.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security seal hangs on a fence at the agency's headquarters in Washington, on Dec. 11, 2014.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security seal hangs on a fence at the agency's headquarters in Washington, on Dec. 11, 2014.
11h ago

Plane with at least 6 House members clipped by aircraft on taxiway at Reagan National Airport near D.C.

DCA was the scene of a midair collision 2½ months ago that killed 67 people.
American Airlines confirmed that two planes clipped wings at Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport. No injuries have been reported.
American Airlines confirmed that two planes clipped wings at Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport. No injuries have been reported.
11h ago

Weezer still set to play Coachella after police shoot wife of bassist

Jillian Shriner, the wife of longtime band member Scott Shriner, was wounded by Los Angeles police.
Weezer Performs At Golden 1 Center
Weezer Performs At Golden 1 Center
12h ago

Florida charges Ryan Routh, man accused of trying to assassinate Trump

Routh has already been charged federally in the alleged attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump's life. He has pleaded not guilty.
Ryan Wesley Routh following his arrest
Ryan Wesley Routh following his arrest

EXCLUSIVE

13h ago

EXCLUSIVE

Drastic staffing cuts at the Education Department to be reviewed

The department’s inspector general’s office is investigating after Democratic senators asked for a probe of the Trump administration’s actions.
Education Department building.
Education Department building.

Men's Health

13h ago

Men's Health

What to know about peptide therapy

Peptides have become a mainstay online and in fitness communities. Do they actually work?
Photo Illustration: Uses for peptides in the fitness community
Photo Illustration: Uses for peptides in the fitness community
14h ago

Texas judge tosses Biden-era policy to increase nursing home staffing

According to U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, the Biden administration's policy is inconsistent with legislation already passed by Congress.
Nurse holding patient's hand
Nurse holding patient's hand