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New U.S. law targets countries complicit in human trafficking of Cuban doctors, threatening loss of foreign aid, as well as financial sanctions.
A new book called "American Crown" reveals Prince William descends from Revolutionary War patriot Nathan Hale and colonial ancestors who fought Britain.
Alex Murdaugh's defense wants Othram, the DNA lab that helped crack the Bryan Kohberger case, to test unknown male DNA found under his wife's fingernails.
Pudu Robotics plans to open a full-scenario robot hotel in Shenzhen by 2027, with robot check-in and autonomous delivery trials starting late 2026.
The Grand Canyon rafting guide documented her 2,400-mile solo row from California to Hawaii, sharing blistered hands and sleepless nights at sea.
The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of Founding Fathers, vaccine victories and more.
Mike Gonzalez, who fled communist Cuba, warns a vicious cycle of socialist candidates winning could put communists in double digits in Congress.
Professional squatters allegedly use forged deeds, fake leases and identity theft to hijack Los Angeles homes, prompting calls for a dedicated task force.
Founders fire — the bold vision and risk-taking spirit behind the Declaration of Independence — still drives American exceptionalism 250 years later.
The 9/11 Memorial Museum marks America's 250th anniversary alongside the 25th anniversary of the attacks, highlighting recovery and resilience.
Gov. Kelly Ayotte says the Pine Tree Riot in New Hampshire predated the Boston Tea Party and may have inspired the famous colonial protest.
Ford's free Union Station exhibit features 10 historic vehicles from the Ford Heritage Vault, including a Model T and a 1934 pickup on loan from Jay Leno.
Nineteen cannons and a dozen or so small artifacts recovered from Savannah River find a new home inside the Savannah History Museum.
Betsy Ross is credited with sewing the first American flag in 1776 from her home in Philadelphia, while the colonies were still under British rule.
A 5-2 council vote rezoned the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site for rehabilitation, but a planned lawsuit challenges the boardwalk hotel proposal.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver a historic speech on the National Mall featuring stories of American heroes before a massive fireworks display.
Kylian Mbappé drilled a second-half penalty for his 19th career World Cup goal, tying Lionel Messi for the tournament lead against Paraguay.
The Philadelphia Boys Choir delivered "America the Beautiful" with spoken word poetry, pyrotechnics and a Navy flyover at Lincoln Financial Field.
Gavin McKenna must surrender his No. 72 to Sergei Bobrovsky after the Toronto Maple Leafs signed the two-time Stanley Cup champion on July 1.
Explore five historic destinations, from Boston's Freedom Trail to Mount Vernon, that bring America's founding to life for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Authorities ruled out DUI in the Paul Pelosi hit-and-run, but the sheriff's office is submitting a driver re-evaluation referral to the California DMV.
Light pole banners spotted around Philadelphia appear to reveal MLB All-Star Game rosters early, including players such as Matt Olson and Paul Skenes.
From "Top Gun" to "Independence Day," here are 16 of the best patriotic movies about America perfect for curling up with over the 4th of July holiday.
Video shows Egypt coach Hossam Hassan waving a Palestinian flag after the penalty-kick win over Australia as FIFA has yet to make a statement.
From Colombia to Peru, a security-driven right wing is sweeping the region as Bukele-style politics becomes the hemisphere's most important export.