Melania Trump says Donald Trump ‘knew my position and my beliefs’ on abortion ‘since the day we met’

Former first lady Melania Trump on Sunday defended her beliefs on abortion, which she detailed in an upcoming memoir and which seem to be at odds with those of her husband, former President Donald Trump. “[Donald Trump] knew my position and my beliefs since the day we met. And I believe in individual freedom. I … Read more

Amid a contentious campaign season, ‘SNL’ depicts a Vance-Walz bromance

The United States is experiencing yet another divisive campaign season, but there may be a place where Americans can find calm and camaraderie: a vice presidential debate. “Saturday Night Live” followed up a historic, Season 50 premiere with more satire as Tuesday’s debate between nominees for vice president, Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, and Democratic Gov. … Read more

Historic Biltmore Estate shutters after floods from Hurricane Helene ravage Asheville

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — America’s largest privately-owned estate has abruptly shut down in Asheville after Hurricane Helene caused extensive flooding and building damage along the 8,000 acre property. The iconic Biltmore Estate, situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, spans 175,000 square feet, boasts 250 rooms, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces and 22 miles of walking trail. Debris … Read more

North Korea leader Kim threatens to use nuclear weapons against the South if attacked

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the country would not hesitate to use all available offensive forces including nuclear weapons if the enemy attempted to use force to encroach on its sovereignty, state news agency KCNA reported Friday. Kim criticized South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for threatening to end the North … Read more

Virginia GOP Senate candidate suggests people tolerant of drag queens aren’t tough enough for the military

Hung Cao, the Republican Senate nominee in Virginia, disparaged drag queens and people who are tolerant of them by implying Wednesday that they are not tough enough to serve in the military. Cao made the remarks in a televised debate against Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine when one of the moderators asked him about his previous … Read more

Record heat makes for a sweltering start to October in the West

The hot conditions are expected to persist over the coming days. Dozens of heat records could be set through the weekend from California to Colorado, including in Lake Tahoe, Reno, Las Vegas, Colorado Springs and Denver. October’s warm start follows a summer of extreme temperatures. Both Arizona and California had their warmest summers on record … Read more