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The interview: Vice President Kamala Harris took questions Tuesday from the National Association of Black Journalists in Philadelphia. During the interview, the vice president addressed the second assassination attempt against Trump, saying she feels safe under Secret Service protection. Harris says she spoke with Trump on Tuesday and is glad he’s safe. She added that his rhetoric on certain topics should be disqualifying. The latest >
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Government funding: House Speaker Mike Johnson is eyeing a Wednesday vote on his stopgap proposal after he was forced to yank it from the floor last week. Moving forward with the temporary spending bill would prevent a partial government shutdown when the new budget year starts Oct. 1. The bill includes a requirement that people registering to vote must provide proof of citizenship. Read more >
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Pager explosions: Pagers used by hundreds of members of Hezbollah exploded almost simultaneously in Lebanon and Syria on Tuesday, leaving at least 12 people — including two children — dead and injuring thousands more. While details of how the attack happened are still uncertain, the militant group blamed Israel for the explosions. The Israeli military has not commented. The latest >
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Interest rates: The Federal Open Market Committee is expected to reach a decision on possible interest rate cuts Wednesday. It’s not currently clear how much interest rates could decrease, but Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip says Federal Reserve officials should do so by half a point. The rate has been in a range of 5.25% to 5.50% for more than a year, and lower rates could help boost the economy. How mortgage interest rates work >
Monthly mortgage payments: While homeownership feels out of reach for many Americans, the anticipated interest rate cut could encourage a slow return to the market. For those who already have a monthly mortgage payment, it’s unlikely their savings will be immediate. But homeowners may feel long-term benefits if mortgage rates continue to trend downward. Americans currently owe $12.14 trillion on their homes and mortgage debt accounts for 70.2% of consumer debt in the United States, according to Lending Tree. Here’s what’s needed to buy a house >
What’s a reverse mortgage? Reverse mortgages are one way for older homeowners to borrow money against their home equity without having to sell, but they can also be financially risky. If you’re 62 or older, you might qualify for a reverse mortgage, which is a tax-free loan that allows homeowners to access their equity without needing to make monthly payments. But unlike a traditional mortgage, which leads to lower debt and more equity over time, a reverse mortgage increases your debt as monthly interest accrues and lowers your equity. Details >
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Titan: The founder of OceanGate, who died in the Titan submersible implosion, was called a “murderer” by a Titanic expedition leader after testimony revealed new details about the implosion. G. Michael Harris, founder of RMS Titanic, said Tuesday on NewsNation’s “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” that OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush was “a complete, unequivocal narcissist, and in the end, a murderer.” The comments came as the U.S. Coast Guard conducted hearings into the disaster. Watch the interview >
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Anna Sorokin: Convicted con artist Anna Sorokin hit the dance floor Tuesday night on “Dancing With the Stars.” The so-called “fake heiress,” who was convicted of swindling banks, hotels and friends, wore a sparkly ankle monitor while she and dance pro Ezra Sosa performed a routine set to Sabrina Carpenter’s ”Espresso.” Highlights >
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Accessible carts: New shopping carts with a focus on accessibility have been rolled out at Walmart locations across multiple states, the company announced. “Caroline’s Carts” are shopping carts specially designed with a large seat on the back to help caregivers of adults and children who have disabilities, limited mobility or injuries more easily make their way through the store. According to Walmart, the Caroline’s Carts will be added to stores in 11 states. Details >
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Two Mexican drug cartels that the Drug Enforcement Administration said are responsible for the fentanyl smuggled into the U.S. are operating in Colorado. Full report >
A couple who won about $130,000 at an Illinois casino was held up at gunpoint outside their home, but the thieves didn’t get away with the money. The bag swiped from them contained their leftover dinner. Read more >
Runners hoping to qualify for the 2026 Boston Marathon will have to pick up the pace after the Boston Athletic Association updated qualifying times for the marathon. Details >
A Virginia middle school teacher was intoxicated at work last week, police say. Read more >
A 10-year-old Louisiana girl is now home safe after a south Arkansas company used drones to help find her. The latest >
An investigation into an overdose led to a drug bust in Texas where authorities reported finding 1,060 suspected fentanyl pills, other drugs and a stolen gun. The investigation >
A defective high chair buckle is to blame for a toddler falling out of the device at a South Carolina restaurant and fracturing his skull, a newly filed lawsuit claims. Details >
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed three bills to crack down on artificial intelligence creating false images or videos in political ads ahead of the 2024 election. Read more >
Two Rhode Island men have been arrested for their alleged roles in a “multimillion-dollar organized theft ring” that targeted major retailers nationwide, prosecutors said. The latest >
After more than 12 years on the market and a significant price reduction, the Illinois mansion Michael Jordan put on the market on Leap Day 2012 has potentially found a buyer, according to reports. Details >
ESPN personality Peter Burns credits a University of Missouri football fan for saving his life over the weekend during an unexpected emergency. Here’s what happened >
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Bill O’Reilly thinks former President Donald Trump should ask Vice President Kamala Harris to co-sign a letter to the American people after a second assassination attempt on the GOP presidential candidate.
O’Reilly said if he were running the Trump campaign, he would have the former president issue a statement urging Harris to co-sign a message to “tamp down the hatred.”
He thinks Trump should use the second attempt on his life in recent months to turn a new leaf in his campaign. Polling currently shows Harris with a slight lead. Watch >
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After surviving an attack in her driveway, a New York woman says she is done living in fear and is offering self-defense classes to encourage other women to have the confidence to protect themselves. Read more >
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