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Letter reveals what soldier who inspired 'Saving Private Ryan' left at Normandy

A heartbreaking letter reveals the man who inspired Saving Private Ryan hoped to return to Normandy for the 40th anniversary of D-Day.

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31 in Argentina hotel fall

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said.

Thousands of fire pits recalled over possible 'flame jetting'

Thousands of fire pits are being recalled due to "flame jetting and fire spreading" hazards that have resulted in over a dozen burn injuries, according to the U.S. Consumer Protection Safety Commission.

Oklahoma parents and teachers sue to stop top education official's classroom Bible mandate

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A group of Oklahoma parents of public school students, teachers and ministers filed a lawsuit Thursday seeking to stop the state's top education official from forcing schools to incorporate the Bible into lesson plans for students in grades 5 through 12.

Uphill battles that put abortion rights on ballots are unlikely to end even if the measures pass

Voters in nine states are deciding next month whether to add the right to abortion to their constitutions, but the measures are unlikely to dramatically change access — at least not immediately.

Liam Payne's family releases statement as more details, autopsy results emerge in singer's death

Payne, 31, died after a fall from the third story of the Casa Sur hotel in Buenos Aires on Wednesday.

Liam Payne's family releases statement as more details, autopsy results emerge in singer's death

Payne, 31, died after a fall from the third story of the Casa Sur hotel in Buenos Aires on Wednesday.

Around the world

US 'concerned' about reports of North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine

The U.S. says it is "concerned" about reports of North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian troops in the war against Ukraine, calling it "a new level of desperation.

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road and rail links in a symbolic display of anger

In a move that underlines North Korea's growing anger with South Korea, North Korea has blown up sections of unused rail routes and roads that once connected the two countries.

Former Mexican public security chief gets more than 38 years, $2M fine for taking cartel bribes

Mexico’s ex-public security secretary Genaro García Luna was sentenced to more than 38 years in prison and a $2 million fine for taking millions in bribes to protect the Sinaloa cartel.

Pakistani police fire tear gas at protesting students as anger spreads over alleged on-campus rape

LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani police fired tear gas and charged at student protesters who ransacked a college building Thursday, as anger spread over an alleged on-campus rape, prompting the government to shut schools, colleges and universities for two days.

Russian man rescued after 67 days adrift at sea. His family members didn't make it.

A Russian man was rescued in the Sea of Okhotsk after surviving for two months adrift in an inflatable boat without engine power, but his brother and nephew died.

Biden travels to Berlin for summit with European leaders

CORRECTION: President Biden is traveling to Germany on Thursday. An earlier version of this story misstated the timing of his arrival. President Biden is traveling to Germany on Thursday after postponing travel for a week because of Hurricane Milton striking the U.S.

SEE IT: Suspect discovered hiding in couch on police bodycam while serving arrest warrant

Bodycam footage from police in the UK show a game of hide-and-seek that ended poorly for one suspect being served an arrest warrant over the weekend.

Technology

Instagram rolls out new features to prevent sextortion scams targeting teens

Instagram has introduced a series of new safety features to prevent sextortion schemes, marking the platform's latest effort to protect users, especially teenagers, from online harm.

Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone

BAKERSVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene downed power lines and washed out roads all over North Carolina's mountains, the constant din of a gas-powered generator is getting to be too much for Bobby Renfro.

Feds seeks more guidance on post-quantum cryptography transition

Federal cyber experts say they need more formal guidance and a range of other tools for a post-quantum cryptography effort that's expected to cost billions. The post Feds seeks more guidance on post-quantum cryptography transition first appeared on Federal News Network.

Capital One has a new tool to help keep track of all your subscriptions

Capital One launched on Wednesday a free, integrated subscription management tool, allowing customers to track, block, and cancel recurring payments from over 10,000 merchants directly through its mobile app.

iOS 18: Maximize your privacy by turning off these iPhone settings now

Tech guru Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals some of the iPhone settings you may want to turn off to improve privacy after updating to iOS 18.

DoNotPay will now call customer service hotlines for you

If you dread the thought of calling to change an airline ticket or negotiate your internet bill, a new artificial intelligence tool may provide a solution.

Can Apple Watch 10 be used as a medical device?

It's increasingly clear that the future of the Apple Watch isn’t just as an alternative to cell phones.

Sports News

Aidan Hutchinson likely down 4-6 months with broken leg, Lions coach Dan Campbell says

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Aidan Hutchinson is likely done playing this year because of the leg injury he sustained against the Cowboys, but surgery to repair his fractured tibia and fibula “went great” and Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday he isn't ready to declare his star pass rusher out for the

Nevada could be latest to forfeit SJSU volleyball match amidst transgender lawsuit

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) could be the latest team to forfeit a women's volleyball match against San Jose State University.

Ex-Olympic snowboarder on the run as he faces drug trafficking, murder allegations, officials say

Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder from Canada, is accused by authorities of murder and running an international drug trafficking ring.

PGA of America director defends record-high Ryder Cup prices at Bethpage Black: 'Tier 1 event'

Ticket prices for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black next year are historically high, angering fans; but the PGA of America says it is justified.

Dallas Stars sign goalie Jake Oettinger to an 8-year, $66 million extension

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jake Oettinger needed a new contract, and while the Dallas Stars knew they could play out the season and figure it out next summer, they wanted no part of that. They were willing to wait a little bit to lock up their No. 1 goaltender, and that patience paid off.

Yankees beat Guardians 6-3 for 2-0 ALCS lead

NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge sent the ball soaring toward Monument Park and Gleyber Torres tagged up at first base. “That was disrespect out of Gleyber, man,” Judge said with a smile. “He’s seen me hit 58 of those things this year.

NFL legend Troy Aikman rips 'lazy' Cowboys wide receivers after blowout loss

Troy Aikman didn't mince words when talking about the Dallas Cowboys' season on Thursday and he ripped the team's wide receivers in the process.

Politics News

Election Day Looms: Hurricane impacts on voting

Voting rules changed for impacted Florida counties after hurricane Helene, now the question is, will rules be adjusted after hurricane Milton?

Trump: Black and Hispanic voters who vote for Harris 'gotta have your head examined'

“Any African American or Hispanic– and you know how well I’m doing there – that votes for Kamala, you gotta have your head examined,” Trump said.

Harris brings a bit of Trump into her rally to try to show him as ‘unhinged’

Vice President Kamala Harris wants voters to pay more attention when Trump talks about “the enemy within.” On Monday, she played a highlight reel to paint him as “increasingly unstable and unhinged.

Trump calls himself 'father of IVF'

“I want to talk about IVF. I’m the father of IVF, so I want to hear this question,” he said before one woman spoke.

Senate Intel chair frets about foreign actors spreading hurricane, election misinformation

Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner (D-Va.) on Tuesday indicated that he is concerned foreign actors are spreading misinformation related to the recovery from a pair of recent hurricanes and will be ramping up efforts amid the final election sprint.

Fox News Politics: Who was Yahya Sinwar?

Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.

Harris campaign features less talk of joy and more head-on digs at Trump as Election Day nears

Vice President Kamala Harris is closing out her campaign painting a dark vision of the country if Trump is sent back to the White House.