Taken together, these four features can create a trancelike state that can keep us stuck on social media apps or video games for hours. Children are particularly vulnerable.

Billie Little had worked for Thomson Reuters for about two decades. She was fired after questioning whether federal immigration agents unlawfully used their products.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike will begin testing a system that will alert drivers to upcoming traffic along the Northeast Extension of I-476 the week of April 20. The warnings will be displayed on electronic signs along the toll road.

Your guide to more than 100 prospects who could be on the Eagles' draft radar.

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan pressed ahead Tuesday with the groundwork for a second round of talks between Iran and the…

The prospect of a second round of talks was uncertain Tuesday after Iran’s chief negotiator said Iran would not negotiate…

LONDON (AP) — The ex-civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson’s appointment as British ambassador to Washington says…

WTOP has the latest results in Virginia's special election on a Democratic-led effort to redraw the state's congressional maps ahead of the midterms.

METZ, France (AP) — After surviving a fatal bar fire in Switzerland on New Year’s Day, French soccer player Tahirys…

BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — Romania great Gheorghe Hagi has been hired as national team coach for the second time. He…

LONDON (AP) — Former Foreign Office official says Mandelson did not fail security vetting because of his relationship with Epstein.

Researchers at the University of Maryland are working on creating a new type of plastic wrap that not only keeps your food fresher for longer, but is also biodegradable, and they’re using artificial intelligence to help perfect it.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman…

LONDON (AP) — Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

Pittsburgh Penguins (41-25-16, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (43-27-12, in the Metropolitan Division) Philadelphia; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT…

Anaheim Ducks (43-33-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11, in the Pacific Division) Edmonton, Alberta; Wednesday, 10 p.m.…

Dallas Stars (50-20-12, in the Central Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (46-24-12, in the Central Division) Saint Paul, Minnesota; Wednesday, 9:30…

Today is Tuesday, April 21, the 111th day of 2026. There are 254 days left in the year. Today in…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran state TV says ‘no delegation from Iran has visited Islamabad … so far’…

Residents of Clairemont are frustrated with the delay of the Olive Grove Community Park construction, which was originally expected to be completed in fall 2025.

Friends and community members honored 74-year-old musician Danielle Spillman, who was hit and killed by a car leaving a gas station last week. Authorities described a confrontation that escalated but prosecutors and defense attorneys presented sharply different accounts of what led to Spillman's death.

Punch the monkey’s fame keeps growing. Juju Chang traveled to the Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan to see for herself why the world went bananas for the tiny macaque and his heartwarming backstory.

Neighbors on a quiet Burbank street are struggling to comprehend a deadly attack Monday morning that left a mother dead and her daughter fighting for her life. Officers with the Burbank Police Department were called to the 2800 block of North Brighton Street around 6 a.m. on reports of two stabbing victims inside a single-family [...]

Nevada Smith continues to build the roster for his first season leading the Siena men's basketball team. On Monday, the Saints took to social media to announce four players from last season's MAAC championship winning team will be returning to Loudonville for next season.

Cuba's government confirmed that it had recently met with U.S. officials on the island as tensions between the two sides remain high over the U.S. energy blockade of the Caribbean country.

Congratulations to this week's winner of our Play of the Week poll, Shenendehowa's Peyton Lynch!

The San Diego Humane Society is hosting its annual Walk for Animals event on May 2, where participants can walk to raise money for medical care and support for animals in local shelters.

7 On Your Side is continuing to follow a growing crisis at the Napa County Tax Collector's Office, where property tax checks mailed to the office are being stolen. Many of the stolen checks are being altered and cashed through a type of fraud known as check washing. It is a story we first reported last week, and on Monday, even more victims came forward after receiving delinquent notices saying their tax payments were never received.

A 42-year-old Anaheim man has been taken into custody in connection with what investigators described as a violent kidnapping and assault early Sunday morning. Investigators with the Fullerton Police Department said two victims, a man and a woman, were sitting in a vehicle at an undisclosed location in Anaheim when the suspect, later identified as [...]

The approval clears a final set of hurdles for Japan's postwar arms sales and facilitate its future sale of weapons such as a next-generation fighter jet and combat drones.

Live election results: Get the latest on Virginia's special election on redistricting.

Backlash to new fees defined city politics last year. But it turns out cuts to city arts and youth services aren't any more popular.

Residents in St. Louis may soon see higher water bills as the city’s Water Division proposes a significant rate increase aimed at addressing longstanding infrastructure challenges.

A work crew was applying a highly visible green coat of paint on Monday to portions of what will become a protected bicycle lane on Tucker Boulevard between Washington and Chouteau Avenues.

The New York City movie premiere for the sequel brought some of Hollywood's biggest stars.

Former St. Louis Public Schools superintendent Keisha Scarlett has filed a lawsuit against her old school district, saying they violated her contract and punished her for reporting misuses of funds, before eventually firing her in 2024.

The satirical news outlet The Onion has a new plan to take over conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars platforms and turn them into parodies.

On Monday, the United States government took its first steps towards refunding more than $160 billion in tariffs collected last year. Businesses are now able to request refunds through an online portal, but a store here in Denver said there are still plenty of unknowns on when or if that money will return to them.

The sounds of heavy machinery echoed through Fountain Park neighborhood Monday, as demolition crews began tearing down Centennial Christian Church.

A woman was killed Monday evening after being struck by a semi-truck on Chicago’s Southwest Side.

Operation Blue Santa announced it will end its holiday efforts after being informed by HPD that officers can no longer legally provide resources to support the program.

A Spring ISD theater arts teacher is out of jail after a late-night police chase on Friday, followed by a half-naked arrest, according to court records.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Town of Tonawanda supervisor Joe Emminger formally announced on Monday that he will be stepping down from his position. Emminger said earlier this month that he will be stepping down from the position in May. His last day on the job will be May 13. After 20 years of public service, [...]

On Monday night, the Albany Common Council voted unanimously to create an Office for Violence Prevention. The new organization will work under the mayor's office to coordinate the government, police and community groups for a unified response.

Monday, the Albany Ronald McDonald House Charities celebrated Volunteer Week by feeding families in need. A dedicated volunteer group returned to the Ronald McDonald House kitchen to prepare one of their famous dishes.

The Flyers are coming home for Game 3 holding all the cards, and with Philly, after years of waiting, ready to make all the noise.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Ahead of Earth Day on Wednesday, the community came together to celebrate and help the next generation learn how to protect the environment. Erie County's Earth Day celebration took place on Monday at the Northland Workforce Training Center, bringing together students, families and local organizations. The free event featured hands-on activities, [...]

As drought conditions continue across Colorado, farmers warn that a lack of water could devastate this year’s crops.

When a South Florida homeowner’s appliance stopped working, he expected a simple repair. Instead, the fix made matters much worse, causing thousands in damage. So...

CHICAGO (AP) — Colin Rea pitched into the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 on Monday night for their sixth consecutive win. Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer for Chicago, and Michael Conforto added a sacrifice fly. The Cubs have outscored their opponents 44-14 during the team's longest win streak [...]

Agustín Ramírez homered and Max Meyer pitched effectively into the sixth inning to lead the Miami Marlins to a 5-3 victory over St. Louis on Monday night, snapping the Cardinals' five-game winning streak.

A Clifton Park café and bookstore is hosting a special event to shine a light on local authors for Independent Bookstore Day. MochaLisa's Caffé & Books will hold its third annual local author showcase event on Saturday, April 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On Tuesday, the House Ethics Committee will decide if a South Florida congresswoman will be sanctioned. Lawmakers are scheduled to make a disciplinary recommendation after...

A boy who was struck while riding his e-bike in Pomona last week has died, officials confirmed to KTLA. The tragic April 17 incident occurred just before 2:30 p.m. in the 1600 block of South San Antonio Avenue, near the intersection of Patterson Street, according to the Pomona Police Department. Police said the boy was [...]

A child is on the mend after suffering a big scare over the weekend that left him with a broken leg. The 4-year-old’s family said...

The St. Charles County Police Department is proposing a "Drone as First Responder" program to enhance emergency response in the area. This initiative would deploy drones from rooftops to stream live video to officers, potentially arriving at scenes before ground units.

A cyclist was involved in a crash in downtown Denver on Monday night.

A GoFundMe has been created to help Williamson County Deputy Nate Ragaisis raise four young daughters after his wife died following a sudden pregnancy‑related medical emergency.

The Chicago Fire Department battled a massive two-alarm fire Monday night at a vacant church on the city’s Far South Side.

A 25-year-old wrong-way driver from Diamond Bar pleaded guilty Monday to 10 felony charges for crashing into 25 Los Angeles County Sheriff’s recruits as they were jogging in South Whittier in November of 2022, killing one and severely injuring five others. The crash happened around 6:25 a.m. near the intersection of Mills Avenue and Telegraph [...]

A hot air balloon carrying 13 people made an emergency landing in a Southern California backyard due to low fuel and a shift in winds.

MIAMI (AP) — Agustín Ramírez homered and Max Meyer pitched effectively into the sixth inning to lead the Miami Marlins to a 5-3 victory over...

The CTA said violent crime is dropping, thanks in part to a recently launched task force aimed at cracking down on repeat offenders.

"With Romeo Doubs coming in and the eventual AJ Brown trade, teams believe he could be available for the right price."

The post Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte reportedly mentioned in trade talks this offseason appeared first on Boston.com .

Buffalo Grove High School has completed a $17.5 million renovation of athletic fields that had been plagued by flooding for decades.

(KRON) -- High school seniors in Fremont who are looking to have fun before graduating received a stern warning from police. "The Fremont Police Department would like to warn high school students and their parents about the potential risks associated with a popular activity known as 'Assassins,'" FPD wrote. Police said the "assassins" game has [...]

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Community Benefits Oversight Committee, which oversees maintenance and operations for the new Highmark Stadium, hosted another meeting on Monday night. The construction aspect of the stadium is starting to come to an end, and the focus is starting to shift to post-construction developments, officials said. Much of Monday's agenda included [...]

The New York State Office of Park, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced 10 projects and individuals recognized with a 2026 New York State Historic Preservation Award. Among the recipients were projects in Dutchess, Ulster and Warren counties.

SARGENTS PURCHASE, N.H. (WHDH) – Two teenagers were rescued from New Hampshire’s Mt. Washington after the hike took a frightening turn and harsh conditions settled...

San Diego Mayor's proposed budget cuts would eliminate all funding for 168 cultural arts organizations. Arts and culture groups gathered at city hall to protest the decision.

A motorcycle rider was involved in a crash that caused serious injuries in Denver on Monday evening.

While Texas Representatives and Senators made their way to Camp Mystic, Hill Country residents lined the road to ask the lawmakers to broaden their 2025 flooding investigation.

Mayor Mamdani joined WNYC's Brigid Bergin for a conversation about Mayor La Guardia's legacy.





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"He's in my mind every day, especially on a meaningful day like today," Henry Richard said at the Boston Marathon finish line on Monday.

The post Martin Richard’s brother finishes his 3rd Boston Marathon appeared first on Boston.com .

In our series, Driving Into the Future sponsored by Electric for All, an electric vehicle owner and an expert offer advice for buying used EVs.

California's attorney general alleges that Amazon uses its market power to pressure vendors like Levi Strauss and retailers like Walmart to raise prices on their websites.

Two people were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after colliding with a Daly City police car Monday afternoon while riding an e-bike, according to authorities.

Investigators in Santa Barbara County are asking for the public’s help in identifying three suspects connected to an arson nearly a year and a half ago. The Dec. 5, 2024, fire happened at 478 4th Place in Solvang, at the site of the former Sear Steakhouse, according to a news release from the Santa Barbara [...]

A patient was arrested and charged in connection with an attack on another patient at Tewksbury State Hospital Monday afternoon, according to police. Tewksbury Police...

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said a 38-year-old woman from Brazil was the person who drowned in Lake Woodlands in the Ironman competition over the weekend.

Supervisor Paloma Aguirre presented the San Diego County Film Initiative to the board of supervisors, which aims to bring more film productions to the county and create a rebate program to incentivize filmmaking in the region.

"We remain hopeful that conditions will improve in the future," one organizer said.

Cheering on runners isn't just for the course. At restaurants around Boston, runners get ovations when they walk in.

The post At Rochambeau, Boston Marathon runners met with applause and cowbells appeared first on Boston.com .

The trailblazing singer-songwriter recalls his Southern California adolescence, memorable San Diego gigs and working with Jon Dee Graham.

"They were our best defensive line yesterday, I thought."

The post James Hagens and Bruins’ ‘kid line’ received a seal of approval after playoff debut appeared first on Boston.com .

A driver was arrested after being accused of driving 113 miles per hour while under the influence in Frederick on Sunday.

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Westlake senior guard Bo Ogden was named the best basketball player in Texas by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches, the organization announced Monday. Ogden earned the Mr. Basketball honor after averaging 22 points and 7.5 rebounds per game for the Chaparrals in his senior season, helping propel them to the UIL [...]

A Santa Clarita man pleaded guilty on Monday to federal charges that he helped a tourism group of South Americans commit burglaries and other crimes throughout the United States, according to the Department of Justice. The scheme reportedly resulted in $23.9 million in losses. Juan Carlos "Parcero" Thola-Duran, 59, pleaded guilty to one count of [...]

It took more than a decade, but community members are finally bringing a Mountain View icon back to its rightful place.

Authorities said the incident does not appear suspicious.

We’re four months into the new year, and some of us are already feeling burnt out. But lucky for us, help is on the way!...

Monday is the first day of early voting in Harris County, as voters start casting their ballots in the special election for Texas' Senate District 4.

“I ate that chowder in record speed ... Two personal records in one day!”

The post After the Boston Marathon, the clam chowder ritual begins appeared first on Boston.com .

Bright lights, big city! SoFlo always shines bright. But it sparkles even more when Hollywood stars roll into town for the Miami Film Festival. Here’s...

Tuesday will feature a mix of sun and clouds, but it will turn noticeably warmer during the afternoon as a warm front moves through the area.

Evil Genius Beer Co. has purchased San Francisco's 21st Amendment Brewery in a deal that will bring Hell or High Watermelon wheat and Brew Free! Or Die IPA back to store shelves after 21A ceased operations in November.

The 60-year-old is accused of causing a crash that killed a 5-year-old child who was not properly secured in his car, according to police.

Orlando Sanchez faces Warren Howell in a May 26 runoff election after the two Republican candidates finished first and second, respectively, in a crowded primary.

Former state Controller Betty Yee dropped her campaign for California governor Monday, thinning the field of Democrats seeking the office.

The burglars were in and out in less than five minutes.