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'Like gods reigning over humans': Many defectors see daughter of North Korea's Kim as heir apparent
Little is known about her except that she's reportedly about 13 and named Kim Ju Ae, but Korea's spy agency says she's likely her father's heir.
Indonesia's VP offers resignation as questions mount over his eligibility
His resignation offer comes amid a widening political rift between Prabowo and Widodo and a separate investigation into allegations that senior police officials wiretapped the pre…
The average cost for a new vehicle in the U.S. hits a record high: over $51,000
Vehicle transaction prices are up to a new record high, according to the Kelley Blue Book — and some buyers are extending their car loans to finance them.
Hegseth: Impeachment effort is 'farce' and 'stunt'
In his first news conference in six months, the defence secretary defended the US's "lawful military operations".
California police investigate after 27 fall ill at half-marathon running event
A local hospital says runners had "unusual" symptoms after racing on an atypically hot day.
Seven days of chaos in the ER: How this country's healthcare system is unraveling
Renewed fighting has pushed Ethiopia's healthcare system close to collapse: "The whole emergency (room) was flooded with war trauma patients," one surgeon says of a brutal week in…
Get in, loser: Broadway's newest 'Mean Girls' are ready to insult (and enlighten) you
"School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play," is ending a Broadway run this week and celebrating with livestream broadcasts. We interviewed the Tony-nominated playwright, Jocel…
House set to vote to impeach Hegseth. And, SCOTUS allows border wall work to proceed
The House could vote to impeach Hegseth, but removing him from office will be tough. And, SCOTUS ruled that a federal judge did not have the authority to halt border wall construc…
Why did California's billionaire tax fail to surf the blue wave?
Two economists debate what California's vote on Prop 40 means for the wealth tax movement.
U.S.-mediated talks on ending Russia-Ukraine war begin in Abu Dhabi
The two-day session in the UAE's capital, Abu Dhabi, is the first such meeting since February. It will focus on security guarantees, the White House said before the discussions.
House Republicans to elect a new leader as they look to rebuild from midterm defeat
After sweeping losses in the midterm elections, the House GOP will vote on Tuesday to elect a successor to Mike Johnson, who says he's stepping down as the chamber's top Republica…
How word of mouth is helping an Amish community's fight against measles
In Pennsylvania, health officials use a quiet vaccination campaign designed to win the trust of the state's Amish community, which has been hit hard by the measles outbreak.
The Democratic Party gained power across the country in the midterms. Now what?
Voters handed Democrats the keys to power across the country and expect them to drive in a different direction. Party leaders are now trying to figure out which way to go.
Is honesty always the best policy? When to speak up — or stay silent
Should you tell your boss she's got food on their face? Your partner you hate their outfit? Social psychologist Vanessa Bohns shares advice on when to tell someone the truth — or …
Morning news brief
The House could vote this week to impeach Pete Hegseth, Trump's shares mixed messaging on next steps in Iran, the investigation continues into Nvidia CEO's alleged relationship wi…
Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlash
The contents of the calendar, including hair clips and keychains, have been widely criticised on social media.
Meet Stephanie Case - the Canadian first woman to run 100 miles in Antarctica
Stephanie Case makes history by becoming the first woman to complete extreme 100-mile race in Antarctica.
Californians reject wealth tax for billionaires
Proposition 40 targeted Californian billionaires with a 5% tax on their total wealth, including assets such as shares as well as income.
California voters defeat billionaire tax proposal that divided Democrats
The novel proposal would have charged billionaires a one-time 5% tax on most of their overall wealth, including their ownership in companies.
Trump says Iran war is 'effectively over' militarily with further strikes unlikely
The president says the US is keeping "status quo" with Iran but remains “locked and loaded” should the situation in the Middle East change.
Judge denies motion to dismiss Lindsay Clancy's murder case
The ruling means the case can move forward, possibly with reduced charges in a new trial.
Dana White declines Trump’s offer to be White House press secretary
In a social media post over the weekend, the president asked the UFC boss to take over the role, but later said he was "having a little fun".
France accuses Iran of cyber 'sabotage' in fridge attacks
France says Iranian military hackers took over refrigeration controllers at around 700 different retail sites last month, turning up temperatures in the middle of the night and sp…
What Trump meant when he said the U.S. is cutting aid to Israel
President Trump says he's halting aid to Israel. Israelis are worried. But experts say the U.S. is just shifting aid from the State Department to the Pentagon, with less congressi…