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Climber dies after 2 fall on mountain in Denali National Park in Alaska

The two-person team climbing Mount Johnson in the park fell around 1,000 feet Thursday. One died, and the other sustained serious injuries.
Mount Johnson Denali National Park Alaska
Mount Johnson Denali National Park Alaska

As USC cancels commencement, Columbia students worry theirs could be disrupted

Their high school years were marred by the pandemic, and now protests against the Israel-Hamas war could threaten their college graduation ceremonies.
USC public safety officers detain a demonstrator during clashes after officers attempted to take down an encampment in support of Gaza at the University of Southern California on April 24, 2024 in Los Angeles,.
USC public safety officers detain a demonstrator during clashes after officers attempted to take down an encampment in support of Gaza at the University of Southern California on April 24, 2024 in Los Angeles,.

Bird flu cases are likely being missed in dairy workers, experts say

Experts maintain the milk supply is safe. Their focus is on keeping the people who work with cows from getting sick.
A dairy worker prepares a cow for milking inside the dairy barn at a farm in Ancramdale, N.Y
A dairy worker prepares a cow for milking inside the dairy barn at a farm in Ancramdale, N.Y

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After a man's wife was reported missing, authorities uncovered a dark secret from his past

The FBI agent who spent decades investigating Fran Smith's disappearance is outraged that New Jersey prosecutors made a deal with her husband.
Photo illustration of Janice Hartman, Fran Smith, and John Smith
Photo illustration of Janice Hartman, Fran Smith, and John Smith

Columbia protest at a stalemate as students remain camped on lawn

Pro-Palestinian encampments stretch from New York to Los Angeles, as college activists demand an end to the Israeli bombardment of Gaza.
The "Gaza Solidarity" encampment at Columbia University on April 25, 2024.
The "Gaza Solidarity" encampment at Columbia University on April 25, 2024.
21h ago

Paramedic sentenced to 4 years of probation for role in Elijah McClain's death

Jeremy Cooper, a former Aurora Fire Rescue paramedic, had been convicted of criminally negligent homicide in December.
Demonstrators walk down Sable Boulevard during a rally and march over the death of Elijah McClain in Aurora, Colo., on June 27, 2020.
Demonstrators walk down Sable Boulevard during a rally and march over the death of Elijah McClain in Aurora, Colo., on June 27, 2020.
22h ago

After a drag queen show during prom, an Albuquerque high school principal is removed

Some employees of Atrisco Heritage Academy High School were placed on leave, and the schools chief ordered an investigation.
Atrisco Heritage Academy High School.
Atrisco Heritage Academy High School.
22h ago

Owner of Michigan warehouse in deadly blast is arrested at airport with one-way ticket

Noor Kestou, the owner of Select Distributors, pleaded not guilty to one count of involuntary manslaughter after a person died from falling debris near the fire.
Michigan Warehouse Fire
Michigan Warehouse Fire
22h ago

Biden administration delays plans to ban menthol cigarettes

The delay comes two years after the Food and Drug Administration first announced its proposed rules for the ban.
Joe Biden
Joe Biden
23h ago

Ex-mortuary worker pleads guilty to selling 24 boxes of body parts stolen from Arkansas cadavers

Candace Chapman Scott was charged in what prosecutors call a nationwide scheme to steal and sell human body parts from the Arkansas mortuary and Harvard Medical School.
University of Arkansas for Medical Services in Little Rock.
University of Arkansas for Medical Services in Little Rock.
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Asked about 'Social Network' sequel, Aaron Sorkin teases new movie blaming Facebook for Jan. 6

“I’ll be writing about this,” Sorkin said on "The Town with Matthew Belloni" podcast. “You’re going to need to buy a movie ticket.” 
Aaron Sorkin at Parker Palm Springs in Palm Springs, Calif.
Aaron Sorkin at Parker Palm Springs in Palm Springs, Calif.