With an escaped killer loose, an unsettling encounter in a darkened house
New York Times: Unease in US town where escaped killer believed to be hiding.
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Box became 'soundproof' and 'airtight' with the twins inside.
Doctors explain what may be causing Mitch McConnell’s ‘freezing’ spells
McConnell's episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder but questions linger.
Alex Murdaugh seeks retrial, claims clerk swung jury against him
The clerk is accused of giving the jury business cards from reporters during the trial.
'Extremely dangerous': Manhunt for killer who escaped US prison continues
The killer has been spotted five times since he escaped on Thursday.
Proud Boys leader sentenced to 22 years in prison for Capitol riot
Tarrio’s sentence is the longest so far among more than 1100 Capitol riot cases.
Rude customer's shock note on bill to waitress stuns
At dinner, the waitress was pleasant to the husband and wife. Then she got a rude note.
Apple and Microsoft in fight over iMessage and Bing ‘gatekeeper’ label
FT: EU aims to curb Big Tech as it lists services to be regulated under digital act.
First Lady Jill Biden tests positive for Covid-19
She tested positive for Covid-19 Monday but is only experiencing mild symptoms.
North Korea’s leader plans to visit Putin in Russia for weapons talk
US urges North Korea 'to cease its arms negotiations with Russia'.
Why nobody's crying for the party people stuck at Burning Man
Telegraph: 'Rich people on vacation breaking rules' are not relatable - even caked in mud.
Teen shot dead by Georgia police after allegedly killing police dog
Police killed 17-year-old boy they said killed a police dog and pointed a gun at officers.
Economists grow gloomier on 2024 as central banks delay rate cuts
FINANCIAL TIMES: Stronger US economy and stickier inflation trigger downgrades for 2024.
Opinion: Trump’s status as an anti-hero is making him unstoppable
FT: Trump's mugshot and inability to stick to a script are all part of the fascination.
‘All but die’: US firm questions Kiwi tech's $113m offshore sale, OIO again delays decision
The Commerce Commission is also looking into the deal.
Death under investigation at Burning Man as flooding strands thousands
The identity of the person or the suspected cause of death is still unknown.
Jimmy Buffett’s cause of death confirmed
The American singer died in his home in Long Island surrounded by friends and family.
Audrey Young: Dispute widens over legitimacy of National’s foreign buyer tax
OPINION: Nicola Willis gives a big clue about tax rules.
Burning Man a mudbath: Festivalgoers urged to shelter in place as flooding sweeps through
Attendees were urged to shelter as flooding swept through the area.
Cooling US economy gives Fed breathing room on interest rates
Financial Times: Jobs and price data suggest bank's quest to tame inflation is working.
Billionaires want to build a new city in rural California
Billionaires release details about their plans for a new green city.
Killer on the run spotted by surveillance cameras in Philadelphia town
Convicted murderer of ex-girlfriend escaped while waiting for a prison transfer.
Kevin Costner wins bitter child support battle with estranged wife
Actor says there were 'no winners' in the acrimonious legal battle.
‘Margaritaville’ singer Jimmy Buffett dies aged 76
Undisclosed illness had forced the US star to reschedule concerts in May.
Three found dead at remote campsite were trying to escape society
A Colorado family likely died of malnutrition and hypothermia.
Unbelieve-a-bull! Cops stop Nebraska man with bull riding shotgun in his car
'We didn’t have a full understanding of it until we saw it.'
YouTuber mum arrested on suspicion of child abuse after son escapes house
Ruby Franke's malnourished son escaped and ran to a nearby house for help.
Mum arrested for allegedly raping missing twin boys, police's shock find under bed
Police opened the door and she let them in. Then they lifted her bed up and heard a voice.
Capitol Hill riot: Ex-Proud Boys organiser gets 17 years in prison
Organiser gets second-longest prison sentence over January 6 riot.
Donald Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election subversion case
Former president and 18 others were charged earlier this month in a 41-count indictment.
Longest alligator recorded in Mississippi caught by hunters
Giant gator weighed 364kg and was more than 4m long.
Ex-Catholic cardinal not fit to stand trial on abuse charges
Once-powerful Roman Catholic Cardinal will not stand trial on charges of sexual assault.
Watch: US politician appears to freeze again in front of media
Mitch McConnell didn't respond for 30 seconds in concerning incident.
Hurricane Idalia unleashes fury on US, swamping wide stretch of coast
Homes and vehicles submerged and streets turned into rivers.