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Hundreds still missing after devastating Maui fire

The official death toll in the fire that razed the Maui town of Lahaina rose above 90, but hundreds are still missing. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest on recovery efforts.

'Family Feud' contestant who joked about regretting marriage gets life in prison for killing wife

A former "Family Feud" contestant who joked on the show about regretting marrying his wife has been sentenced to life in prison for killing the spouse to whom he was estranged.

Chicago police say rideshare driver wounds two robbers in defensive shooting

Police in Chicago said a rideshare driver shot two armed robbers Saturday after completing a trip in the city's West Side.

5 people, including a child, are dead after an explosion destroys 3 homes and damages 12 others

Authorities say five people, including an adolescent, were found dead after a house explosion in western Pennsylvania that destroyed three structures and damaged at least a dozen others

How Trump Benefits From an Indictment Effect

In polling, fund-raising and conservative media, the former president has turned criminal charges into political assets.

Inflation down, but Inflation Reduction Act doesn't deserve credit

Even President Joe Biden has some regrets about the name of the Inflation Reduction Act: As the giant law turns 1 on Wednesday, it's increasingly clear that immediately curbing prices wasn't the point.

Man Pleads Guilty to Sending Bomb Threat to Arizona Election Official

The man made the threat online and searched for the official’s address and name with the words “how to kill,” according to prosecutors.

Around the world

Russian warship fires warning shots in Black Sea at civilian cargo ship

A civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea was fired at by a Russian warship on Sunday after the captain of the cargo vessel did not respond to a request to conduct an inspection.

In Istanbul, Tombs of Religious Figures Still Draw Pilgrims

Turkey’s largest city is dotted with the tombs of religious figures, where pilgrims seek divine intervention. “When you ask for something from God, those who are beloved by God can be a go-between.

Mexico investigating fourth killing at Tijuana hotel used by California man accused of killing 3 women

Mexico is investigating the death of a fourth woman killed at a Tijuana hotel used by a California man who is suspected in three killings.

AP gets rare glimpse of jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai

Jimmy Lai, a former newspaper publisher and one of Hong Kong's most prominent pro-democracy activists, spends around 23 hours a day in solitary confinement in a maximum-security facility while he awaits a trial that could send him to prison for life.

Russian Strikes Kill 7 in Ukrainian Region Under Ceaseless Shelling

Ukrainian officials said two children and their parents were among the dead after the attacks on Sunday.

Niger's junta gains the upper hand over the regional bloc threatening military force, analysts say

One week after a deadline passed for mutinous soldiers in Niger to reinstate the country's ousted president or face military intervention, the junta has not acquiesced.

Polish government plans referendum asking if voters want 'thousands of illegal immigrants'

Poland's ruling party wants to ask voters in a referendum whether they support accepting "thousands of illegal immigrants from the Middle East and Africa" as part of a European Union relocation plan, the prime minister said Sunday, as his conservative party seeks to hold onto power in an October par

Technology

Disney to boost prices for ad-free Disney+ and Hulu services and vows crackdown on password sharing

The Disney CEO acknowledged that the price hikes are intended to steer consumers toward cheaper ad-supported versions of these services, whose subscription prices are not changing.

Dozens of Children Die in Hot Cars Each Year. Back-Seat Sensors Could Save Them.

A moment of forgetfulness by a distracted or sleep-deprived parent can be devastating. Experts and child-safety advocates have called for interior motion sensors in all vehicles.

Jack Smith got search warrant for Donald Trump’s Twitter account

Twitter and special counsel Jack Smith’s office spent several months litigating the question of whether Trump should be told about the search warrant.

Worldcoin scans eyeballs and offers crypto. What to know about the project from OpenAI's CEO

Weeks after its international launch, Worldcoin is drawing the attention of privacy regulators around the world

LGBTQ+ people in Ethiopia blame attacks on their community on inciteful and lingering TikTok videos

Members of Ethiopia’s LGBTQ+ community say they face a wave of online harassment and physical attacks and blame much of it on the social media platform TikTok

Pack these must-have gadgets in your travel bag

When you're traveling, the goal is usually to pack light. Having the right gadgets can make all the difference. Here are a few I've been testing lately that might be perfect for your next trip.

Why the U.S. government may try to break up Amazon

Under the assertive leadership of Chair Lina Khan, the FTC is targeting the world's biggest online retailer.

Sports News

Multiple Phillies ejected for arguing Alex MacKay’s questionable strike zone

Alec Bohm angrily threw his bat on the ground before looking back at the umpire and slamming his helmet down.

These two players were once offensive catalysts for SF Giants but haven’t been the same since overlooked injuries

LaMonte Wade Jr. and J.D. Davis never hit the IL have combined for a .631 OPS since mid-June ailments vs. .841 before.

Could a rejuvenated Heliot Ramos be the spark the SF Giants’ lineup needs?

In 2 games, Ramos has homered and doubled — 2 of Giants' hardest-hit balls all year — but he might not have a roster spot for long.

Spurs legend Gregg Popovich sends host back in hilarious Hall of Fame speech moment: 'I'm not done'

San Antonio Spurs legendary head coach Gregg Popovich was in the middle of his Hall of Fame speech when host Ahmad Rashad thought he was done. In classic Pop fashion, he sent him away.

‘Law Firm’ returns for Illinois on defense — and they’re ready to make their closing statement this season

Jer’Zhan “Johnny” Newton and Keith Randolph, one of the most dominant defensive line tandems in college football, return to Illinois to deliver a closing statement.

Rookie Tanner Bibee wins 7th consecutive decision as Guardians beat Rays 9-2

Tanner Bibee won his seventh consecutive decision and the Cleveland Guardians beat the AL wild-card-leading Tampa Bay Rays 9-2 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.

O'Connell efficient in leading Raiders to a 34-7 preseason win over 49ers

Raiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell completed 15 of 18 passes for 141 yards and a touchdown and Las Vegas beat the San Francisco 49ers 34-7 on Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams

Politics News

An aging Congress: Meet the 19 lawmakers who are at least 80 years old

Several lawmakers from both political parties in the Senate and the House have surpassed 80 years of age and continue to work in both chambers.

Pence vows to ‘clean house on the whole top floor’ of DOJ

Republican presidential candidate Mike Pence vowed Sunday to fire the "whole top floor" of the Department of Justice if he is elected in 2024.

Dueling GOP presidential nominating contests in Nevada raise concerns about voter confusion

Republicans in Nevada could have two chances next year to vote for who they want to be their party’s presidential nominee, but only one will count

Democrats’ climate law set off a wave of energy projects in GOP districts. A backlash followed.

The IRA is drawing billions of dollars in new private investments to take advantage of the federal stimulus that took effect a year ago this week.

Trial for Hunter Biden is "not inevitable," his attorney says

A plea deal between prosecutors and Hunter Biden fell apart last month following a dispute about an immunity provision.

Iowa State Fair Goers Weigh In on a Possible Trump-Biden Rematch

Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, spoke to voters about their options in the 2024 presidential election.

Man Pleads Guilty to Sending Bomb Threat to Arizona Election Official

The man made the threat online and searched for the official’s address and name with the words “how to kill,” according to prosecutors.