Wednesday, October 21, 2026 1:03 PM ET
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Minnesota tribal leaders have cut a proposed casino land-trust request from roughly 300 acres to 80 after local concerns, but the site still needs federal approval and the governor's concurrence3 minutes ago
US - Oct 21, 2026 - Michael Bloomberg built a media and business empire before entering politics; his daughter Emma chose anti-poverty work and took a leadership role at a New York organisation - Emma Bloomberg, the eldest daughter of Michael Bloomberg, chose a philanthropic path to address poverty issues. She worked with the Robin Hood Foundation before founding her nonprofit Murmuration to assist local organisations. Murmuration provides essential resources to small groups, enabling community involvement and development. In 2026, she was recognized as a Woman of the Year for her contributions. Emma believes local action is crucial for fostering cooperation among community members.25 minutes ago
Vivek Ramaswamy goes low in Ohio's race to the bottom25 minutes ago
San Francisco's Freedom West co-op was created after 1960s urban renewal displaced Black families; a new $23 million boost could unlock a 2,400-home rebuild while keeping longtime residents as owners12 minutes ago
In 2020, a 30-foot dead tree limb fell on a 28-year-old physics student jogging in a Sacramento park; six years later, a jury awarded him $33.3 million after finding the city responsible1 hour ago
Louisiana's Lincoln Theater opened in 1949, hosted famous musicians and played a role in the 1953 bus boycott; after years of restoration, the landmark is set to reopen on October 292 hours ago
In 1992, Reba McEntire helped open a guest house for families sleeping in hospital chairs and cars; the Texas charity reports it has since welcomed more than 35,000 families needing support1 hour ago
Opened in Dallas in 1949 and closed in 2008, a historic theatre is preparing to relight its tower after more than 50 years; over $45 million in redevelopment is adding a concert hall and creative spaces2 hours ago
'For Americans only': US launches nationwide crackdown on illegal immigrants over food aid fraud; several arrested2 hours ago
Alabama farmer living on retirement income secretly paid strangers' medicine bills with $100 a month for nearly a decade; his identity emerged only after his death3 hours ago
A US doctor left $1.2 million in retirement savings for his 36 grandchildren; seven years later, a beneficiary-form dispute has kept the money out of their hands3 hours ago
Trump's Russian roulette: A high-stakes juggle between Vladimir Putin and the polls3 hours ago
In the late 1950s, guitarist Lonnie Mack began using one of the earliest Gibson Flying V guitars; after decades of concerts and recordings, his famous 'Number 7' and an amplifier sold together for $550,000 in 20263 hours ago
'Demands comprehensive federal response': 105 US lawmakers urge FBI to probe Hindu temple shooting plot amid hate crime concerns5 hours ago
Dave Bautista worked as a bouncer and borrowed money for his daughters' Christmas gifts before becoming a WWE star; he later built a second career as a Hollywood actor5 hours ago
Virginia is dismantling 100,000 tons of concrete from its $3.9 billion Hampton Roads bridge-tunnel expansion; 951 tons have already been placed underwater as part of a project to build fish habitat in Chesapeake Bay5 hours ago
Mike Tyson's co-founded company seeks $10 million from Hulk Hogan's estate over a beer brand deal; the claim is double the wrestler's reported $5 million probate estate6 hours ago
A Boston school custodian donated his kidney to a stranger to save his colleague's younger brother; a year later, both men were doing well6 hours ago
'Mousetrap for billionaires': OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush planned to die during Titanic wreck dive, longtime friend claims6 hours ago
In 1929, World War I veteran Harry Andrews began building Ohio's Loveland Castle by hand; 50 years later, his knights still run it as a museum7 hours ago
New York built a dam in 1836 to feed a canal; 190 years later, Lake Moraine remains lowered for a major rehabilitation project7 hours ago
In 2001, a Virginia road-widening plan cut through a 91-year-old carpenter's farmhouse; VDOT bought it, sold the home back for $1, and the family arranged to move it 100 yards7 hours ago
In Missouri, a couple bought land with no road access and sought a 40-foot strip through their neighbour's property; a 2026 appeals court reversed the ruling that would have given them ownership of the road7 hours ago
In 2015, engineers fitted sawtooth edges to blades on three large wind turbines; field measurements found noise reductions of about 1.5 decibels or more7 hours ago
From March 2024 to February 2025, Kevin Richardson's foundation supported wildlife protection across South Africa, including lion GPS tracking, drone patrols and more than 2,700 snare removals7 hours ago
In 2024, Berkeley approved buying a 5,700-year-old Ohlone village site with funds largely raised by an Indigenous land trust, after a condo plan threatened the sacred land7 hours ago
In 2022 and 2023, Virginia tested recycled plastic and old asphalt on six state roads; all six were rated in very good condition at the first follow-up8 hours ago
In 2020, a Maine man cut his neighbor's garage in half with a Sawzall over a boundary dispute; the lawsuit later ended after mediation, but the sliced garage was still standing in 20268 hours ago
In 1977, Oregon resurfaced a highway using about 47,000 tons of stockpiled old asphalt; after 12 years, the recycled pavement was still performing well under heavier-than-designed traffic7 hours ago
In 2014, a North Dakota couple took over a family farm with drained wetlands; after 83 acres were restored, pelicans, ducks and pollinators appeared8 hours ago
A Missouri widow changed a family trust and a later amendment gave $220,000 to a beneficiary; after a court ordered repayment, an October 20 ruling dismissed her appeal as too late8 hours ago
In 2025, a Wisconsin hiking couple were struck by lightning and Eva revived Nick twice during a 50-minute rescue wait; a year later, they are married, and she is due to receive a lifesaving award8 hours ago
In 2019, Chance the Rapper's charity selected a Chicago youth therapy programme for a $100,000 grant, backing three years of support including safe summer experiences for children affected by violence8 hours ago
In 2017, Kaley Cuoco bought a 40-acre California ranch for $4.99 million; nine years later, the Big Bang Theory star's property has become a refuge for rescued horses, cows, goats, pigs and other animals10 hours ago
A fourth-generation Wisconsin farmer says a proposed $900 million power line could run within 300 feet of his home or cross 120 acres of his family's 2,500-acre cattle operation; the family is now fighting in court10 hours ago
'Pay the community a dividend': Trump's message to companies building massive data centres10 hours ago
Meet Dev Rai, the Indian-American Virginia student who founded a nonprofit at 15 to help artisans in India; two years later, it has supported over 400 craftspeople, sold 900 products and mobilised 300 volunteers10 hours ago
Who is the next Republican nominee for US President? JD Vance expects 2028 endorsement; Trump says 'no'12 hours ago
Watch: Mamdani does garba with Indian community at New York Navratri celebrations13 hours ago
'Disgrace to country': Trump says Ilhan Omar could get deported or go to jail13 hours ago
A tech founder sold his company for $1.6 billion, kept less than $100 million and gave the rest away; he says he does not believe in billionaires14 hours ago
'Quiet, quiet, are you a sick person?' Trumps snaps at reporter at White House; watch14 hours ago
Jonathan Spano's eyesight ended his Navy pilot dream; he built a traffic control business with his brother before flying camera jets for 'Top Gun: Maverick'14 hours ago
A San Francisco power station closed in 2011 is being transformed into a waterfront district with 2,300 homes, parks and new public spaces16 hours ago
UC Santa Barbara professor Edwina Barvosa sues University of California Regents over alleged gender discrimination, blocked promotions and $2.95 million pay gap with male colleague17 hours ago
Meet Raji Doshi, the 13-year-old from Farmington, Connecticut, who was named America's Top Young Scientist and won $25,000 for a system that pairs seaweed with natural aragonite to reduce ocean acidification18 hours ago
Jessica Alba turned a pregnancy concern into The Honest Company; its valuation reached nearly $2.1 billion after its first trading day18 hours ago
In 1858, a Texas family began holding ranchland that developers later wanted for 3,500 houses; in 2016, the family backed a plan to preserve 204 acres for a San Antonio park worth nearly $10 million19 hours ago
Australian billionaire James Packer listed his Los Angeles mansion for about $85 million in 2023; after roughly a year on the market, it sold in 2025 for $60 million19 hours ago
Steve Buscemi returned to firefighting after 9/11 and backed a charity for his former colleagues; by 2024, it was delivering over 4,200 counselling sessions a year to firefighters and families20 hours ago
US allows mining firm Sherritt to deliver fuel to Cuba17 hours ago
Indian-origin Uber driver father in NYC seeks help on GoFundMe for daughter's funeral after mother kills five-year-old: 'I lost my whole world'20 hours ago
In 1971, a hijacker vanished with $200,000; in 1980, an 8-year-old found part of the ransom on a Washington riverbank, and a damaged $20 note from the discovery sold for $134,200 at auction in 202620 hours ago
'As a second-generation Indian-American': 21-year-old Vasant Bhatt says he voted for Democrat Talarico in Texas election after being disgusted by MAGA racism20 hours ago
A 33-year-old California swimmer spent 111 days covering 900 miles of coastline in stages, battling seven-foot waves and polluted water; Catherine Breed has now completed her journey from Oregon to Mexico20 hours ago
In 2021, an 88-acre former limestone quarry in Indiana became a reservoir holding 3.2 billion gallons of water to protect supplies during droughts21 hours ago
Vivek Ramaswamy called 'pathetic' after mother of his rival makes strange appeal: 'Don't vote for my daughter, she's a liar'21 hours ago