Thursday, July 02, 2026 6:06 AM ET
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Trump Accounts launch July 4. Here's how they work. -- People can begin depositing money in the new tax-deferred investment accounts on Saturday, with eligible children receiving a $1,000 government contribution.1 hour ago
FBI investigating legitimacy of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes -- The FBI said in a statement Wednesday that some ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance have been "deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy," and other "demands may potentially be legitimate and are still being investigated as such."7 hours ago
U.S. takes down Bosnia 2-0 for second-ever World Cup knockout round win -- Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.7 hours ago
EMS was called to Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month -- On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.10 hours ago
Couples are spending thousands more on weddings. Here's why. -- Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.12 hours ago
What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban? -- As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.13 hours ago
Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes -- Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."15 hours ago
U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico -- The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.16 hours ago
U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says -- The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.16 hours ago
2 Empire State Building climbers in custody after apparently getting engaged at the top -- Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.16 hours ago
Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws -- Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said "the Constitution is not a suggestion" and that "the Second Amendment is a sacred right belonging to all Americans."18 hours ago
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028 -- After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.19 hours ago
Trump takes first trip on Qatari-gifted Air Force One -- President Trump is traveling Wednesday to North Dakota in what marks his first trip aboard the new Air Force One, which was gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government last year.20 hours ago
Woman survives falling 1,500 feet down Mount Shasta -- A woman suffered injuries but survived falling 1,500 feet down California's Mount Shasta, which she had attempted to climb, officials said.21 hours ago