Trump leaves the door open to new restrictions on contraception
Published: May 21, 2024 18:11
The question was simple: “Do you support any restrictions on a person’s right to contraception?” Donald Trump could've replied, "No." He didn't.
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U.S. halted safety inspections of public housing for weeks after IT failure
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/hud-housing-inspections-halted-failed-update-vendor-rcna153076
Published: May 21, 2024 18:08
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development halted its health and safety inspections of public housing for about two weeks because of a technical failure.
Four decades after Michael Jordan, Caitlin Clark is getting her own line of Wilson basketballs
Published: May 21, 2024 17:56
Caitlin Clark has signed a multiyear sponsorship deal with the sports equipment giant Wilson that will include the release of a signature line of basketballs.
The best linen sheet sets
https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-linen-sheets-rcna153260
Published: May 21, 2024 17:55
Linen sheets are cooling, eco-friendly, durable and get softer every time you wash them. Interior design experts share their favorite linen sheets from Brooklinen, Parachute, Ettitude and more.
Trump allies plead not guilty in Arizona 'fake electors' case
Published: May 21, 2024 17:54
Donald Trump allies pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Arizona on charges related to a plan to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state.
Matthew Perry's ketamine source becomes focus of investigation
Published: May 21, 2024 17:53
The source of Matthew Perry's ketamine is part of an "open investigation" into the death of the actor in October, Los Angeles police confirmed Tuesday.
Trump says he is 'looking at' policies that would restrict birth control access
Published: May 21, 2024 17:43
Former President Donald Trump signaled during a new interview that he's open to some restrictions on birth control, saying that he will soon be releasing a policy on that issue.
Amazon, Meta back Scale AI in $1 billion funding deal that values firm at $14 billion
Published: May 21, 2024 17:15
Artificial intelligence startup Scale AI said Tuesday that it has raised $1 billion in a Series F funding round that values the enterprise tech company at $13.8 billion — almost double its last reported valuation.
5 Americans held in Turks and Caicos for having ammunition, U.S. lawmakers fail to secure their release
Published: May 21, 2024 17:00
U.S. lawmakers traveled to Turks and Caicos to push for the return of five American citizens detained on ammunition possession charges, but failed to facilitate their release.
Israeli officials seize Associated Press equipment, citing new media law
Published: May 21, 2024 16:55
Israeli officials seized a camera and broadcasting equipment belonging to The Associated Press, accusing the news organization of violating a new media law.
Tennis champ and frustrated Floridian Coco Gauff urges her peers to vote
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/coco-gauff-urges-peers-vote-rcna153304
Published: May 21, 2024 16:27
As American tennis champion Coco Gauff prepares for the Paris Olympics, she urges other young people to vote this election.
Pixar is laying off 14% of its workforce as Disney scales back content
Published: May 21, 2024 16:26
Long-expected layoffs are hitting Pixar Animation Studios today.
Alleged 'Baby Reindeer' inspiration threatens legal action after Netflix exec says it's based on 'convicted stalker'
Published: May 21, 2024 16:07
The woman who allegedly inspired the Netflix series "Baby Reindeer" said she is pursuing legal action over what she described as a false and defamatory portrayal of her as a stalker.
U.S. says cyberattacks against water supplies are rising, and utilities need to do more to stop them
https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/us-says-cyberattacks-water-supplies-are-rising-rcna153280
Published: May 21, 2024 15:26
Cyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday.
Trump Media stock falls 10% after posting $327.6 million loss in first quarter
Published: May 21, 2024 15:25
Shares of Trump Media fell more than 10% on Tuesday, a day after the Truth Social app owner reported a net loss of $327.6 million on just $770,500 in revenue in the first quarter of 2024.
SAG-AFTRA applauds Scarlett Johansson for rebuking OpenAI over voice that sounded like her
Published: May 21, 2024 15:03
SAG-AFTRA, the union that represents Hollywood actors, commended Scarlett Johansson for calling out OpenAI for using a voice that sounded "eerily similar" to hers.
In loving protest, Albanian lesbians marry unofficially
Published: May 21, 2024 14:54
While most of Western Europe has made strides towards marriage equality, rights are restricted in much of central and eastern Europe.
Severe thunderstorms with possible tornadoes, giant hail and high winds forecast to rock Midwest
Published: May 21, 2024 14:47
Severe thunderstorms are forecast to roll through the Midwest and Upper Great Lakes on Tuesday, bringing possible tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail.
Biden at odds with allies as U.S. and Israel attack ICC over arrest warrants
Published: May 21, 2024 14:42
The United States was at odds with some key allies Tuesday after President Joe Biden denounced the chief prosecutor of the world’s top war crimes court for seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders.
What next for regime and region after Iran's president dies in helicopter crash?
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/iran-raisi-killed-dead-helicopter-crash-what-next-rcna153243
Published: May 21, 2024 14:30
The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi poses the question of who will succeed him, as well as the country's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Threatened howler monkeys are dropping dead from trees as heat toll mounts in Mexico
Published: May 21, 2024 14:06
Threatened howler monkeys have been dropping dead from trees in Mexico’s southeastern tropical forests in recent weeks amid a nationwide drought and heat waves.
Prince Harry cannot take allegations against Rupert Murdoch to trial, court rules
Published: May 21, 2024 13:51
Prince Harry cannot amend his lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch’s tabloid newspapers to include allegations involving his wife Meghan.
Protestors show up at Trump’s trial, but not the ones he wanted
Published: May 21, 2024 13:31
There were definitely some loud protesters on hand for Donald Trump's criminal trial, but they were there to oppose, not support, the former president.
Turkey's leader says Eurovision Song Contest is a threat to family values
Published: May 21, 2024 13:18
Turkey’s president took a swipe at the Eurovision Song Contest on Monday, accusing the annual event of allegedly encouraging “gender neutralization” and threatening the traditional family.
Biden delivers remarks on providing health care to veterans impacted by toxic exposure
Published: May 21, 2024 13:08
Watch live coverage as President Biden travels to New Hampshire to discuss how the PACT Act has provided health care benefits and services to veterans and survivors impacted by toxic exposures.
Police break up pro-Palestinian camp at the University of Michigan
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/police-break-palestinian-camp-university-michigan-rcna153229
Published: May 21, 2024 13:04
Police broke up a pro-Palestinian encampment Tuesday at the University of Michigan, less than a week after demonstrators showed up at the home of a school official and placed fake body bags on her lawn.
Nestle to launch frozen pizzas, other foods targeting users of weight-loss drugs
Published: May 21, 2024 12:27
Nestle is launching a new frozen-food brand, Vital Pursuit, aimed at the growing market of consumers who are using GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
Lawsuit to halt Graceland sale and Trump shares ‘unified Reich’ video: Morning Rundown
Published: May 21, 2024 11:11
A previously rejected bipartisan border bill will be back on the Senate floor.
Robert Costello is back on the stand for the defense in Trump trial after clashing with judge
Published: May 21, 2024 11:00
A lawyer who has clashed with Donald Trump's former fixer Michael Cohen — and whom the judge overseeing the hush money case scolded for disrespectful behavior on the witness stand — will resume his testimony Tuesday as possibly the final witness for the…
At least one dead after 'severe turbulence' hit flight from London to Singapore
Published: May 21, 2024 10:44
At least one person died and several more were injured when a plane was hit by “severe turbulence,” Singapore Airlines said in a statement Tuesday.
China sanctions former Rep. Mike Gallagher, a fierce critic of Beijing
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/china-sanctions-former-rep-mike-gallagher-rcna153218
Published: May 21, 2024 10:42
China said it has sanctioned former U.S. lawmaker Mike Gallagher in response to his words and actions that “interfered in China’s internal affairs.”
South Korea bans viral North Korea propaganda video praising Kim
Published: May 21, 2024 10:08
South Korea’s media regulator said it was banning access to a North Korean propaganda music video that it said idolised and glorified leader Kim Jong Un.
Trump shares video suggesting his victory will bring 'unified Reich'
Published: May 21, 2024 10:08
Former President Donald Trump shared a video on social media Monday that included reference to a "unified Reich" among possible developments if he were to win re-election in November, drawing criticism from the Biden campaign.
Senators call on Justice Department and FTC to investigate Formula 1 for rejecting Andretti Global
Published: May 21, 2024 10:00
In a letter led by Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar, chair of the Senate antitrust panel, six senators argued F1 management may be violating U.S. antitrust law.
Swarmed with tourists, Japan town blocks off viral view of Mt. Fuji
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/swarmed-tourists-japan-town-blocks-viral-view-mt-fuji-rcna153213
Published: May 21, 2024 09:48
Officials in a Japanese town have finished erecting a barrier to obstruct a view of Mt. Fuji that had become a viral photo spot for tourists.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy pushes allies to step up aid and involvement in war
Published: May 21, 2024 09:26
Western allies are taking too long to make key decisions on military support for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Reuters in an exclusive interview.
Australia and New Zealand sending planes to evacuate nationals from New Caledonia’s unrest
Published: May 21, 2024 09:12
The Australian and New Zealand governments announced Tuesday they were sending planes to evacuate their nationals from violence-wracked New Caledonia.
Kevin McCarthy’s replacement and down-ballot drama: What to watch for in Tuesday’s elections
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/primary-elections-today-what-know-rcna152830
Published: May 21, 2024 09:00
Four states are holding primaries Tuesday, while California voters will select a replacement for former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, giving Republicans a little more breathing room in the House.
Trump increasingly relies on allies to deliver the attack lines the gag order bars him from uttering
Published: May 21, 2024 09:00
Donald Trump has been calling the politicians who make the pilgrimage to stand behind him in the New York City court where he is on trial his “surrogates” — as they push the lines of personal attacks that he has been barred from making because of a gag…
Iran begins days of funerals for President Raisi as helicopter crash fuels uncertainty
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/iran-funerals-president-raisi-killed-helicopter-crash-rcna153209
Published: May 21, 2024 08:49
Iran began funeral processions in Tabriz on Tuesday for President Ebrahim Raisi after he was killed in a helicopter crash.
Alleged leaders of a suspected far-right coup plot are going on trial in Germany
Published: May 21, 2024 08:47
The alleged leaders of a suspected far-right plot to topple the German government are going on trial in Frankfurt.
Hearing to determine if Missouri man who has been in prison for 33 years was wrongfully convicted
Published: May 21, 2024 07:51
Christopher Dunn has spent 33 years in prison for a murder he has claimed from the outset that he didn’t commit.
Elvis Presley's granddaughter fights scheduled creditor auction of Graceland
Published: May 21, 2024 04:38
Elvis Presley’s granddaughter is trying to halt the court-approved sale of Graceland, the late singer’s Memphis, Tennessee, compound.
Biden holds big cash edge as Trump's new-look RNC steps up fundraising
Published: May 21, 2024 04:19
Donald Trump and the Republican Party are stepping up their fundraising, new reports show — but Joe Biden and Democrats maintained a healthy cash edge in April.
Police return to home of suspect in 4 Gilgo Beach murders
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/police-return-home-suspect-gilgo-beach-murders-rcna153204
Published: May 21, 2024 03:46
Investigators on Monday returned to the home of a man accused of killing four women whose remains were found on or near Gilgo Beach, New York, around 14 years ago.
Amal Clooney played key role in decision on war crimes charges in Israel-Hamas war
Published: May 21, 2024 02:26
Amal Clooney is one of the legal experts who recommended that the chief prosecutor of the world’s top war crimes court seek arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and leaders of the militant Hamas group.
Grizzly attack prompts closure of a mountain in Grand Teton
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/grizzly-attack-prompts-closure-mountain-grand-teton-rcna153198
Published: May 21, 2024 02:16
A grizzly bear attacked and seriously injured a man in western Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park, prompting closure of a mountain there Monday.
Hiker dies after falling from trail in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge, officials say
Published: May 21, 2024 02:12
PORTLAND, Ore. — A young woman died after falling off a cliff while hiking in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge, officials said Monday.
Moose kills Alaska man who was trying to take photos of her newborn calves
Published: May 21, 2024 01:50
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A 70-year-old Alaska man who was attempting to take photos of two newborn moose calves was attacked and killed by their mother, authorities said Monday.
Climber found dead on Denali, North America’s tallest peak
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/climber-dead-denali-north-america-tallest-peak-rcna153197
Published: May 21, 2024 01:30
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A climber was found dead on North America’s tallest peak, Denali, on Monday, a day after a family member told rangers they had not heard from them in days, authorities said.
Trump allies meet with Netanyahu and other Israeli officials as pressure builds on prime minister
Published: May 21, 2024 01:21
O'Brien was accompanied by John Rakolta, who served as U.S. ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, and Ed McMullen, a former U.S. ambassador to Switzerland.
New York man with ties to European royalty disappears in California, authorities say
Published: May 20, 2024 23:44
Attilio Brillembourg, the stepfather of 43-year-old Princess Tatiana, a member of the non-reigning Greek royal family, disappeared from Malibu on Saturday, police said.
Death toll grows to 8 in severe Houston-area storms
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/death-toll-grows-8-severe-houston-area-storms-rcna153178
Published: May 20, 2024 23:33
An eighth person has died in the Houston area following severe weather that lashed the city and surrounding Harris County with 100 mph winds, officials said Monday, and more than 192,000 customers remained without power.
Key Senate Democrat doesn't plan to probe Justice Alito over upside-down flag
Published: May 20, 2024 23:26
Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Dick Durbin won't investigate Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito over an upside-down U.S. flag at his home in January 2021.
These Mexicans are trying to save the volcano axolotl, a beloved and endangered amphibian
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/axolotl-volcano-endangered-amphibian-mexico-drought-rcna153134
Published: May 20, 2024 23:19
In Mexico, the volcano axolotl, a species of amphibian salamander, is in critical danger of extinction as rivers where they develop are drying out. An environmental group has launched a fundraising effort to save them.
'Don’t roll your eyes': Trump defense witness gets judge's warning. What you missed on Day 19 of the hush money trial.
Published: May 20, 2024 22:50
After days of trying to dismantle Donald Trump's former fixer Micheal Cohen’s credibility, the defense began presenting their own case, calling two witnesses that may make up the totality of their presentation.
Scarlett Johansson says she was 'shocked, angered' when she heard ChatGPT voice that sounded like her
https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/scarlett-johansson-shocked-angered-openai-voice-rcna153180
Published: May 20, 2024 22:41
Actor Scarlett Johansson said Monday that OpenAI used an "eerily similar" voice to hers for their new ChatGPT 4o chatbot despite having declined the company's request to provide her voice.
Princess Diana’s outfits up for rare auction — including dress she wore during John Travolta dance
Published: May 20, 2024 22:12
Diana, the Princess of Wales, has long been lauded as a fashion icon.
Family of Black teen executed in Pennsylvania file lawsuit nearly 100 years after his death
Published: May 20, 2024 22:10
The family of Alexander McClay Williams, a Black teen who was executed in Pennsylvania after being convicted of murder in 1931, have filed a lawsuit nearly 100 years after his death.
Hunter Biden asks federal appeals court to postpone June trial on gun charges
Published: May 20, 2024 22:06
Hunter Biden is asking a federal appeals court to postpone his trial on gun charges that's scheduled to start next month in Delaware.
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg to resign after damning workplace harassment probe
Published: May 20, 2024 22:03
The chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation said he will resign after a probe found a widespread culture of sexual harassment and discrimination at the independent agency.
The power — and limit — of abortion for Democrats in 2024: From the Politics Desk
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/abortion-power-limit-democrats-2024-politics-desk-rcna153132
Published: May 20, 2024 21:41
Abortion remains a powerful force for Democrats in the 2024 election. But it also has limits — at least in the context of the showdown between Biden and Trump.
FDIC Chair Martin Gruenberg to resign after damning workplace harassment probe
Published: May 20, 2024 21:41
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Chairman Martin Gruenberg announced Monday that he will resign, after a recent probe found a widespread culture of sexual harassment and discrimination at the independent agency.
Trump Media lost $327.6 million in the first quarter of the year on revenue of just $771,000
Published: May 20, 2024 21:41
Trump Media & Technology Group, the parent company of Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform, disclosed a net loss of $327.6 million in the first quarter of the year, with total revenue at $770,500, according to its earnings report, filed Monday with the…
Senate Democrats revive bipartisan border security bill as GOP vows to block it again
Published: May 20, 2024 21:00
Senate Democrats are planning to force a vote this week on the bipartisan border security package that Republicans blocked earlier this year.
Demi Moore says full frontal nudity with Margaret Qualley in ‘The Substance’ required 'vulnerability'
Published: May 20, 2024 20:43
Demi Moore‘s new film, the feminist body horror “The Substance,” sees her bare it all, with several scenes featuring full nudity.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon signals retirement is closer than ever
Published: May 20, 2024 20:37
Jamie Dimon’s days as CEO of JPMorgan Chase are numbered — though its unclear by how much.
Wendy's will offer $3 breakfast deal, as rivals such as McDonald’s test value meals to drive sales
Published: May 20, 2024 20:35
Wendy’s will offer a $3 breakfast combination meal starting Monday, as restaurant chains look for new ways to drive sales while consumers pull back on dining out.
President Biden speaks at Jewish American Heritage Month celebration at White House
Published: May 20, 2024 20:23
Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks at a White House celebration for Jewish American Heritage month. The president is joined by second gentleman Doug Emhoff.
State Department warns of terrorist attacks at Pride events abroad
Published: May 20, 2024 20:19
The State Department has issued a global security alert warning Americans abroad that terrorists could target lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people and LGBTQ-related events during Pride Month in June.
New Hampshire daycare owner charged with secretly sprinkling melatonin on kids' food
Published: May 20, 2024 20:14
A daycare owner and three of her employees in New Hampshire turned themselves in to authorities and are accused of sprinkling melatonin on children’s food, Manchester police said.
Nevada abortion rights groups submit signatures to advance ballot measure
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/nevada-abortion-rights-groups-signatures-ballot-measure-rcna146116
Published: May 20, 2024 20:00
A proposed amendment to enshrine access to abortion in Nevada’s constitution is one step closer to appearing on the battleground state's November 2024 ballot.
Tom Hanks asks his son Chet to explain the Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud
Published: May 20, 2024 19:57
Even "America's dad" wants to know about the rap beef that everyone's been talking about.
Ivan Boesky, inspiration for 'Wall Street' villain Gordon Gekko, dead at 87
Published: May 20, 2024 19:39
Ivan Boesky, a onetime Wall Street titan-turned-convict who served as the partial inspiration for the 1987 Oliver Stone film "Wall Street," has died at the age of 87.
The U.S. was set to move 11 detainees out of Guantanamo. Then politics got in the way, some officials say.
Published: May 20, 2024 19:20
The Biden administration was set to move 11 detainees out of Guantanamo, but hit pause amid political concerns after Hamas attacked Israel, some officials say.
Pro-Israel groups ramp up spending against Republicans
Published: May 20, 2024 19:00
Pro-Israel groups have often engaged in Democratic primaries, but are now increasingly targeting Republicans who have opposed aid to Israel in its war with Hamas.
Ryan Sutter clarifies his cryptic Mother’s Day post about wife Trista: ‘She is searching a bit’
Published: May 20, 2024 18:51
Bachelor Nation OG Ryan Sutter wants fans to know that all is well in his marriage to wife Trista Sutter after sharing a series of cryptic posts on social media.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito sold Bud Light owner's stock amid boycott
Published: May 20, 2024 18:34
On the same day Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito sold shares in Anheuser-Busch amid a conservative boycott of Bud Light, he bought Molson Coors stock.
Spirit Airlines gets rid of change and cancellation fees, joining Frontier
Published: May 20, 2024 18:23
Spirit Airlines is doing away with both change and cancellation fees, effective immediately, days after Frontier’s similar announcement, part of an overhaul of the country’s biggest discount carriers’ longtime strategy.
Haiti's main international airport reopens nearly three months after gang violence forced it closed
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/haitis-international-airport-reopens-rcna153117
Published: May 20, 2024 18:16
Haiti’s main international airport reopened Monday for the first time in nearly three months after relentless gang violence forced authorities to close it to all traffic in early March.
Hims & Hers Health says it will offer compounded GLP-1 injections
Published: May 20, 2024 18:10
Hims & Hers Health is introducing access to compounded GLP-1 weight loss injections as Ozempic and Wegovy soar in popularity.
The 43 best Father’s Day gifts of 2024
https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-fathers-day-gift-ideas-ncna1305575
Published: May 20, 2024 18:06
We rounded up the best Father's Day gifts from brands like Yeti, Nintendo, Apple, Amazon and more.
Microsoft highlights ‘Copilot+’ PCs ahead of developer conference
Published: May 20, 2024 17:56
Microsoft said on Monday it would launch a new category of personal computer capable of handling more artificial-intelligence tasks without calling on cloud data centers.
Mexico's presidential candidates spar over security in last debate before elections
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/mexico-last-debate-sheinbaum-galvez-elections-rcna153022
Published: May 20, 2024 17:17
Mexico's three presidential candidates Claudia Sheinbaum, Xóchitl Gálvez and Jorge Álvarez Máynez traded barbs and appealed to voters in the last debate before the June 2 election.
How the 'hungry gut' gene variant may indicate who responds best to Wegovy
Published: May 20, 2024 17:14
Certain genes may identify patients with obesity who are most likely to respond strongly to Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss drug Wegovy, researchers reported Monday.
From Louis Vuitton to Beyoncé's album, Black-owned businesses see 'cowboy core' boom
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/beyonce-cowboy-carter-black-business-owners-rcna152452
Published: May 20, 2024 17:06
Purchases of Western-style boots have grown substantially since “Cowboy Carter” dropped in March, according to Circana, to the benefit of Black businesswomen.
Could fluoride in pregnancy affect kids' development? A study suggests a link
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fluoride-pregnancy-kids-development-study-link-rcna152827
Published: May 20, 2024 16:50
New research suggests that exposure to fluoride during pregnancy could be linked to behavioral issues in children.
This exercise protects against knee pain or arthritis, according to new study
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/best-knee-pain-exercise-biking-arthritis-rcna153035
Published: May 20, 2024 16:21
People who biked at any point in their lives were 17% less likely to develop knee pain and 21% less likely to develop arthritis with pain in the joint, a new study found.
RFK Jr. notes last decade's Iranian president, Putin, Xi as people U.S. president should meet
Published: May 20, 2024 16:13
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. name-checked former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who left the office in 2013, in a speech about sitting down with adversaries.
OpenAI pauses use of voice that many compared to Scarlett Johannson’s
https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/openai-chatgpt-her-demo-video-scarlett-johannson-rcna153059
Published: May 20, 2024 16:09
OpenAI said Monday that it is pausing use of a voice in its projects that many people have compared to Scarlett Johansson's in the sci-fi dystopia movie “Her.”
As their customers age, department stores chase younger shoppers
https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/macys-kohls-nordstrom-chase-younger-shoppers-rcna153072
Published: May 20, 2024 15:51
Macy’s, Kohl’s and Nordstrom face an existential crisis as their shoppers age. Will help from brands like Sephora, Toys R Us and Skims be enough?
Peru classifies transgender identities as 'mental health problems' in new law
Published: May 20, 2024 15:47
LGBTQ advocates in Peru protested in the capital city of Lima last week after the Health Ministry issued a new law that deemed transgender people as having “mental health problems.”
Supreme Court won't hear Maryland school district gender identity case
Published: May 20, 2024 15:11
The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to hear a bid backed by a conservative Christian legal group to challenge a Maryland school district’s policy against informing parents if their children identify as transgender or gender-nonconforming.
Teen resuscitated from cardiac arrest after drinking Panera Charged Lemonade, lawsuit alleges
Published: May 20, 2024 14:53
A Pennsylvania teenager had to be resuscitated in March when he went into cardiac arrest after drinking Panera Bread’s Charged Lemonade, a lawsuit says.
Fight breaks out between NASCAR drivers Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Busch at All-Star Race
Published: May 20, 2024 14:51
Speeding cars escalated into swinging punches at NASCAR All-Star Race in North Carolina, where drivers Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Busch got into a fight
Ex-South African President Jacob Zuma disqualified from parliamentary election
Published: May 20, 2024 14:38
Former South African President Jacob Zuma was disqualified from running for a seat in Parliament in a national election because of a criminal conviction.
WATCH: Cargo ship is removed 8 weeks after Baltimore bridge collapse
Published: May 20, 2024 13:51
The container ship that caused the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge was removed from the city’s harbor nearly eight weeks after the crash.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Maryland 'assault weapon' ban
Published: May 20, 2024 13:38
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge to a gun law in Maryland that bans assault-style weapons such as the AR-15 semiautomatic rifle, which has been used in various high-profile mass shootings.
Exclusive: Drake Bell reflects on the aftermath of ‘Quiet on Set’
Published: May 20, 2024 13:30
In a TODAY exclusive, former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell sits down with NBC’s Kate Snow in his first broadcast interview since appearing in the docuseries “Quiet on Set,” in which he identified himself as a survivor of child sexual abuse. He tells Snow…
Jim Otto, NFL Hall of Famer known as 'Mr. Raider,' dies at 86
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/jim-otto-dies-rcna153021
Published: May 20, 2024 13:22
Otto joined the Raiders for their inaugural season in the American Football League in 1960 and was a fixture on the team for the next 15 years.
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