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Harris accepts nomination: Vice President Kamala Harris urged Americans to “chart a new way forward” with her in the 2024 election as she accepted the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday. Harris became the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to accept a major party’s presidential nomination. On the Democratic National Convention stage in Chicago, Harris argued that her personal story and prosecutorial background make her qualified to beat former President Donald Trump. Takeaways >
‘The answer is no’: A group of 30 uncommitted delegates demanded the DNC schedule a Palestinian-American speaker Thursday night, setting a 6 p.m. CT deadline, but the request was not met. After the deadline came and went, the group called for a meeting with Harris by Sept. 15. What to know >
Wearing white: Female delegates at the convention wore white Thursday evening to honor women’s suffrage on the night of Harris’ nomination acceptance speech. The move was a callback to other momentous political events, particularly glass ceiling moments, that featured women wearing white. Highlights >
No Beyoncé: For days, there were rumors of possible DNC appearances by superstars like Taylor Swift or Beyoncé, whose song “Freedom” has been used by Harris during her campaign. Despite talk about potential mystery guests, Beyoncé’s only appearance was over the loudspeakers. Here’s a look at celebrities who appeared at the DNC >
How do you pronounce Kamala? The DNC’s final night included a tutorial on pronouncing Kamala Harris’ name. The vice president’s great-nieces hit the stage to set the record straight. “First you say ‘comma’ like the comma in a sentence,” Amara, 8, said. “Then you say ‘la’ like la-la-la-la-la,” added Leela, 6. Read more >
‘Joyful message’: Ohio Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, said Democrats’ “dark message” on former President Donald Trump does not seem to match their claims of a “joyful” message at the DNC. “I really think that that dark message really doesn’t gel at all with the idea that somehow the Democrats are the joyful party,” Vance told CNN. Full report >
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Protests: As delegates filed out of the Democratic National Convention on Thursday, they were met with pro-Palestinian protesters demanding that the party do more to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. Earlier in the night, a march drew a crowd of thousands with some holding “End U.S. Aid to Israel” signs and others chanting “DNC, you will see. Palestine will be free.” Read more >
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Kennedy announcement: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is holding an event Friday in Phoenix where he will discuss the future of his campaign and, per multiple reports, possibly endorse Republican nominee Donald Trump. NewsNation has not confirmed Kennedy’s plans, but Trump told the network Kennedy’s endorsement would be a “great honor.” The latest >
Withdrawal from Arizona ballot: The Phoenix event comes a day after Kennedy filed paperwork in Arizona to remove his name from the ballot there. Earlier this week, Kennedy’s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, opened the door of the independent dropping out of the race when she mentioned the option during a podcast interview. Read more >
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Reopening medical practice: A doctor who is charged with allegedly illegally supplying drugs to late “Friends” actor Matthew Perry is planning to reopen his medical practice as soon as Tuesday, according to his attorney. Salvador Plasencia, who allegedly supplied drugs to Perry in the weeks before his fatal overdose, pleaded not guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine last week. His attorney confirmed to TMZ that Plasencia plans to resume practice at the urgent care he operates in the Calabasas, California, area. Plasencia has been told he can reopen his medical practice, but he is no longer allowed to prescribe patients controlled substances like ketamine. The latest >
Matthew Perry’s death: Perry was found dead in a hot tub at his California home in October 2023. An autopsy report concluded his death was due to the acute effects of ketamine. While Perry had previously undergone ketamine treatment for depression, the medical examiner concluded that the drugs in his system were from recreational use based on the timing of his last treatment session. Details >
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What’s happening: The U.S. Postal Service is considering swapping some resources that would speed up delivery times for most of its customers, but it would come at the expense of those who live in rural and far-flung locations, according to a report in The Washington Post. The plan is part of a larger proposal that hopes to save about $3 billion a year. It involves letting some mail and packages sit in some post offices and distribution hubs for an extra day instead of processing and moving them immediately. Read more >
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COVID shots: The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday the approval of both Pfizer’s and Moderna’s updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2024-2025 respiratory viral season. The updated vaccines are designed to target the KP.2 strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. They are approved for people 12 years old and older. What to know >
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Confessions of a UFO Hunter: A former intelligence official says there’s no reason to suggest “what (aliens) are doing is for benevolent reasons.” Former Pentagon official Lue Elizondo sat down with NewsNation contributor Ross Coulthart and discussed what Elizondo characterized as an official military exercise concocted by the Pentagon to lure a UFO into government hands. Read more >
Watch: Tune into the full NewsNation special report “Confessions of a UFO Hunter” on Friday at 9p/8C followed by a special edition of “Banfield” reacting to the special at 10p/9C. Not sure how to find NewsNation on your TV? Find your channel here >
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We’re keeping an eye on these topics today. Make sure you tune in to our latest coverage and share your thoughts with us on social media! Here’s everything you need to know about the candidates on the campaign trail today.
A former Tennessee officer charged in the death of Tyre Nichols plans to change his plea in federal court Friday. A motion hearing is set in the U.S. government’s antitrust suit alleging that Google abuses a monopoly over online tools that control online advertising technology. Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell speaks at an economic policy symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. A hearing is scheduled for Delphi, Indiana, murder suspect Richard Allen.
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Researchers are starting a 10-year project to keep so-called “vampire fish” out of Michigan rivers. Photos >
Bodycam footage was released of police visiting an Arkansas home where they say three children were abandoned in high temperatures over 90 degrees last month. Latest details >
Country music star Jelly Roll said he was stopped by the Coast Guard in Ohio after leaving a festival where he was the headline performer. What happened >
Police in New Jersey are searching for a woman caught on camera climbing over a fence to pet a tiger at the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton. Video >
An investigation is underway after a Texas high school student died days after a pool party allegedly involving underage drinking. The latest >
Oklahoma State football helmets will have a new feature on the field this year: QR codes directing fans to a way to donate to players. Why they’re making the move >
Pizza preferences across the Midwest vary, with some Chicagoans leaning toward tavern-style pies, St. Louisans going for a more cracker-like crust or Michiganders opting for thicket Detroit-style slices — But where can you find the best slice? See the top 100 pizza spots in the Midwest >
A former Walmart employee in Colorado said he was fired after he was stabbed while trying to stop a shoplifting suspect. Full report >
The University of Idaho unveiled a campus healing garden Wednesday in memory of the four students killed in November 2022. Read more >
A surprise text ended a prosecutor’s questioning Thursday in the trial of a former Las Vegas-area politician accused of killing an investigative reporter who wrote articles critical of him. What to know about the case >
Baton Rouge police in Louisiana announced they have made the largest fentanyl seizure in state history. The investigation >
Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce’s acting resume is about to get a lot more impressive. Adam Sandler confirmed Kelce has landed a role in “Happy Gilmore 2.” Read more >
A “resort-like” Colorado home built into a 45-foot-tall red rock formation has hit the market for under $1 million. Check out photos >
A New York woman is set to be paid $165,000 in damages plus $585,000 for her apartment after the building attempted to evict her because of her three emotional support parrots. Full report >
A new building safety law and skyrocketing insurance costs have sent condo HOA fees soaring in Florida. What’s going on >
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Scotty McCreery was just 17 when he won the 10th season of “American Idol,” sending the future country music star on a road he may have never imagined. But 13 years later as his country music stardom continues to grow, he’s experiencing some of the modern-day obstacles that being a celebrity brings, including becoming the target of artificial intelligence trying to create a likeness to his original work. As advanced as technology may be, McCreery doesn’t believe it can touch country music. “I don’t think a computer can have the heart that a country music song really tells,” he told NewsNation’s Kurt Bardella. Watch >
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A new pair of sneakers was one less thing some students had to worry about this school year thanks to one teacher. The Nashville, Tennessee, middle school teacher said, “The joy of seeing their faces makes it all worth it.” Read more >
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