Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, appointed new board members at three state schools, hours after she was sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor.

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There were a few surprises, and subtle regional digs, as Democratic state parties angled for early spots on the next presidential primary calendar. The New York Times reviewed their applications.

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Videos of immigration officers dragging an employee out of a store near Minneapolis, the retailer’s hometown, set off renewed political debate after years of boycotts.

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Charli xcx previews her skivvies, Robert Downey Jr. calls timeout with Timothée Chalamet, and more.

A shark broke a surfer's board in half during an attack in Mendocino County waters, marking the first shark incident of 2026 in Northern California.

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills lost AFC Divisional Round 33-30 to Denver Broncos after controversial interception call on Brandin Cooks catch in overtime ends their playoff run.

Former prosecutors say DOJ has ‘lost its mind’ after alleging Minnesota leaders obstructed law enforcement in recent surge

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Hilton announced his split from Megan Park on Jan. 16.

Melissa Gilbert named as potential defense witness for husband Timothy Busfield, who faces child sexual abuse charges related to "The Cleaning Lady" set.

Bo Nix led the Broncos into position for Wil Lutz's 24-yard field goal that sent Denver to the AFC championship game with a 33-30 win over the Bills.

• Valentino Guseli takes bronze and NZ’s Campbell Melville Ives silver

• More medals in bobsleigh and snowboard cross ahead of Milan-Cortina Games

Snowboard king Scotty James has dazzled to reign supreme in the last World Cup halfpipe event before the Olympics, where he’ll be seeking an elusive gold medal.

On a big day for Australia’s Olympic hopes, James sent a clear message to rivals as he won the prestigious Laax Open in Switzerland for a third consecutive time and fifth time in total, while young countryman Valentino Guseli was third.

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Rank-and-file police officers have blasted an 'activist' federal judge for what they say is a dangerous ruling that strips cops of critical tools needed to control violent street protests across California.

A great coach who is “done in one place” versus a great coach who is “just done” is an important distinction to make.

Iran's supreme leader Khamenei reportedly acknowledges thousands died in recent protests for the first time, as death toll estimates reach over 3,000.

Residents near Narrabeen Lagoon told to leave on Saturday night, after death of woman near Wollongong

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Summer storms on Australia’s east coast have claimed one life and threatened dozens more as flood waters rise.

Residents and holidaymakers have been told they can return back after being evacuated Narrabeen Lagoon in Sydney’s northern beaches overnight on Saturday, while a landslide damaged three homes and injured at least one woman 20km north, at Great Mackerel beach.

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California governor hopeful Rep. Eric Swalwell vowed to strip Immigration Customs Enforcement officers of their driver's licenses in a candidates forum -- even though the state grants licenses to illegal immigrants.

Can a team win a championship with a small, less-athletic guard — like the Knicks with Jalen Brunson — as their best player?

That fact still very much applies in the aftermath of Drury declaring his intentions to rework the Blueshirts on Friday. Leadership will be pivotal for what’s ahead, but so will the example Miller sets for the rest of the team on and off the ice. 

Former NBA player Kyle Singler made some wild claims in a concerning video on social media Saturday.

The next three hosts have been announced!

New bettors can snag this welcome offer from theScore Bet and net some bonuses for the 2026 Australian Open.

The massive nurses strike hitting three major New York City hospital systems now has a body count.

Photos shared on social media show guardsmen lining up their Humvees and prepping their gear.

A terrifying outbreak of deadly bacteria at a Bay Area homeless encampment has sparked urgent calls for action in Los Angeles.