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Gas prices approach highest level this year with just weeks to go before midterms
Gas prices near annual peaks just weeks before midterms, according to NBC News coverage.
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Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war
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How Kraft Heinz plans to revitalize its brands (without changing them too much)
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Check your bathroom: This hand soap was just recalled in 15 states
Hand soap products sold by Ingles are recalled across multiple states due to potential bacterial contamination.
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Perez Hilton's Family Seeks Donations To Help Raise His Kids
Perez Hilton enters a residential treatment program after a mental health crisis, prompting a fundraising campaign.
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Gaza building collapse: ‘My whole family is either dead or injured’
A fatal building collapse in Gaza directs fresh attention to ongoing structural dangers nearly a year following a ceasefire.
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Fears of AI sparked a moment of unity. Now that’s over.
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Live updates: Federal Reserve board raises interest rates; House announces early recess
Federal Reserve rate hike and House early recess dominate news coverage as live updates trace developing reactions.
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‘Unreasonably difficult’ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs dropped by lawyers in $100M defamation lawsuit: court docs
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been dropped by his legal team in a $100 million defamation lawsuit due to unpaid fees.
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Sydney Sweeney Poses Completely Naked While Balancing 4 Different Balls on Her Body
Sydney Sweeney's new sports trading advertisement sparks intense backlash from female athletes over sexualized themes.
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Celine Dion Is Back Onstage. Naturally, She Chose Paris.
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OpenAI boss and Elon Musk back calls to put brakes on ‘reckless’ AI development
A whistleblower from Anthropic is calling on Congress to allow AI firms to self-regulate while a formal regulatory body is being established.
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In the Home of Volvo and Spotify, an Election Shows Shifting Priorities
Sweden heads to the polls in a high-stakes election that could see the far right enter government for the first time.
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How L.L.Bean embraces its old-school roots: Brick-and-mortar stores, print catalogs, no AI
L.L. Bean leans into its physical roots by reopening a renovated flagship store and maintaining traditional shopping methods.
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For the US news industry, a tough summer draws to a close with McClatchy chain’s cuts
The U.S. news industry concludes a difficult summer as the McClatchy chain implements workforce cuts.
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Trump says he would allow Chinese automakers to build cars in US
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Former football booster club treasurer is accused of stealing $400K
A former high school football booster club treasurer in Orange County faces charges for allegedly stealing over $400,000 to cover personal expenses.
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Inflation report lands amid spiking oil prices, rising interest rates and Fed on fence
New inflation data arrives as the Federal Reserve weighs interest rate hikes against a backdrop of spiking oil prices and persistent price pressures.
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A journalist is named king of a Ugandan monarchy that just lost its onetime ‘boy king’
A journalist has been named king in a Ugandan monarchy following the death of its former 'boy king,' sparking a succession battle.
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Oil Prices Surge as Stocks and Bonds Wobble
Global oil prices have spiked to $105 per barrel as financial markets experience volatility across stocks and bond yields.
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Billy Joel Says He Had Brain Surgery After His Diagnosis: ‘Don’t Worry About Me’
Billy Joel has revealed he underwent brain surgery following a diagnosis of a brain disorder that threatened his cognitive health and musical career.
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Next Target of Trump's Deportation Campaign: 170,000 Salvadoran Immigrants
Temporary legal protections for hundreds of thousands of Salvadoran immigrants hang in the balance as a crucial deadline nears.
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Huawei Faces U.S. Criminal Trial Weeks Before Trump-Xi Meeting
Chinese tech giant Huawei faces a U.S. criminal racketeering trial in New York ahead of a Trump-Xi meeting.
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Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Parents Sue D4vd for Wrongful Death
The family of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez is pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit against singer D4vd following murder charges.
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Anthropic researchers say AI could cause human extinction by 2030
Anthropic researchers and safety experts warn that rapid artificial intelligence development poses a severe extinction-level threat.
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‘South Park’ rebrands as ‘South America’ for new season as show roasts Trump’s renaming spree
Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have renamed 'South Park' to 'South America' as a satirical response to Donald Trump's renaming initiatives.
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American Ben Shelton outduels defending champ Alcaraz in U.S. Open’s latest-ever finish
American Ben Shelton defeats defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the latest-finishing match in US Open history.
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OpenAI claims to have solved maths problem that stumped humans for decades
OpenAI claims to have solved a Millennium Prize Problem, sparking a heated dispute between AI developers and the academic mathematical community.
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'The math does not lie': Why Austin only built 543 low-income homes while delivering 15,000 for the middle class
Disparities in housing development spark scrutiny as Austin delivers thousands of middle-class homes while low-income units stall.
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Victims of Miami plane crash were in a cleaning-company van and an SUV, officials said
Coverage examines safety measures and vehicle impacts following a fatal cargo plane crash at Miami International Airport.
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Iran claims strike on US drone, US says it's "total lie"
Iran claims a strike on a US ship in the Strait of Hormuz, while the United States issues a total denial of the event.
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Man duct-taped to airplane seat after allegedly using racial slurs causing flight to divert to BWI
An American Airlines flight diverted to BWI after a passenger was duct-taped to his seat following allegations of racial slurs and physical attacks.
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No little kids allowed, and other new info about Tesla’s Cybercab
Tesla unveils the Cybercab featuring no steering wheel or brake pedal, sparking immediate safety probes and stock drops.
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Philippine court issues warrant for VP Duterte's arrest in grave threats case
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte posts bail following an arrest warrant issued over alleged grave threats against President Marcos.
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US Diesel Hits Four-Year High as Wars Strain Global Supplies
U.S. retail diesel prices have surged to a four-year high as global supply constraints drive oil prices toward $97 per barrel.
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US brings back Russia’s Siluanov to G20 finance talks, angering Europe
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NBC News Reporter Matt Bradley Speaks Out After ‘Masked Settlers Beat Our Team’ While on Assignment
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Trump Endorses U.S. Tax Incentive to Keep Hollywood Production: ‘Let’s Get This Done!’
Donald Trump has endorsed federal tax incentives aimed at ensuring the television and movie industry maintains its production presence within the United States.
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Coaching hires, stars in different places and rule changes: Here's what's new for the 2026 NFL season
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News Quiz for August 29, 2026
Major news organizations have released weekly knowledge assessments to recap significant global events from late August 2026.
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Dolly Parton’s niece confirms star’s burial: ‘Laid to rest yesterday’
Dolly Parton has been laid to rest in a private Nashville burial following a confirmation from her niece.
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Palestinian woman and NBC News team attacked by masked Israeli settlers in West Bank
Masked Israeli settlers attack an NBC News crew and a Palestinian family in the occupied West Bank, drawing wide international coverage.
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NBC News anchor announces exit after 10 years, leaves next steps a mystery
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U.S. withdraws from military exercises with South Korea set for next month
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Former Disney child star Raquel Lee sues studio for negligence, claiming alleged on-set sexual abuse
Former Disney child star Raquel Lee Bolleau has filed a lawsuit alleging negligence and repeated sexual abuse while filming a Disney Channel movie.
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Frontier AI labs still won’t say how they’d contain a rogue model
Frontier AI labs face mounting scrutiny and calls for transparency as studies reveal they cannot yet contain rogue models.
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Envoy says Israel did not give the US notice before strikes on Syrian base
Tensions rise between the US and Israel after reports that Israel failed to provide advance notice before conducting strikes on a Syrian base.
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Bills acknowledge recent passing of Ed Oliver’s young son
The Buffalo Bills have formally announced the recent death of the young son of defensive player Ed Oliver.
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Explosions rock Kyiv as Russia launches ballistic missiles at Ukraine's capital
Explosions rock Kyiv as ballistic missiles strike Ukraine's capital amid a wave of deadly cross-border attacks.
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Blueberries, guacamole, granola. See list of recent food recalls
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China hunts for lunar ice in one of solar system's coldest places
China's Chang'e-7 mission to the lunar south pole faces immediate delays as it seeks to uncover secrets of ice in the solar system's coldest regions.
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A question looms over Harry's return to the UK. Can he rebuild his relationship with Prince William?
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Rockstar hit with more leaks as GTA 6 gameplay and assets appear to circulate on social media
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Russian forces kill 9 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy faces pressure over elections
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Hayden Panettiere’s mom says narcotics investigator was called into police probe of her death
Investigations into Hayden Panettiere's death intensify as a narcotics investigator joins the police probe and the DEA enters the case.
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UAE's financial embargo on Iran after missile threat puts rivalry back in spotlight
The UAE suspends trade with Iran following renewed missile fire, pushing regional economic rivalries into the spotlight.
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Israel admits its soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed
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UN inspectors visit undeclared Syrian nuclear sites for first time
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Hayden Panettiere’s ex-boyfriend was at scene when she died, police report says
Reports indicate Hayden Panettiere's ex-boyfriend was present at the scene of her death, as former partner Wladimir Klitschko issues a tribute.
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A Chinese animated film mocked as ‘terrible’ becomes a box-office hit
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