US: Giant pandas from China make public debut at Atlanta zoo
Ping Ping and Fu Shuang are the first giant pandas to be housed in Zoo Atlanta after a gap of two years.
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Not playing at Man City 'horrendous' - Trafford
James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" and left him with no choice but to leave the club and join Leeds United in the summer.
India news: Vehicles major cause of Delhi pollution, top court says
India's Supreme Court called for responsible celebrations during festivals, particularly Diwali, as it addressed the issue of air pollution in Delhi. DW has more.
Pope in 'pretty good health' as he starts Latin America tour
Pope Leo travels to Uruguay just three weeks after having surgery for lung cancer.
Houston mayor John Whitmire reverses course on ICE cooperation after blue wave crashes in Texas
The Lone Star State swung blue for the first time since its new senator-elect, James Talarico, was born.
Non-league's greatest giant-killers eye another scalp
Non-league Altrincham aim to make Notts County number 18 on their list of FA Cup scalps, and breathe new life into their tag of English football's ultimate giant-killers.
New Zealanders end vote on final day of tight elections
Early results after polls closed in New Zealand show the race is too close to call. The country has strict election-day laws on political reporting to prevent voters from being swayed at the last minute.
Vegas lawyer who represented Tupac Shakur’s killer Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis found dead
The body of Michael Sanft, 55, was discovered inside his Sin City home on Friday morning, according to a friend.
Parliament restoration delays 'frustrating', says Commons Speaker
Sir Lindsay Hoyle urges action after a committee warns it is "crunch time" for the ailing building.
Woman storms onto Kentucky high school football field during game and strangles player: cops
Kayla Barrett, 36, was arrested after she allegedly stormed onto a Kentucky high school football field and strangled an underage player during a game.
Meghan's father in court charged with possessing child abuse material
The Duchess of Sussex's father has appeared in court after being arrested and charged with allegedly possessing child sexual abuse images.
Two skydivers die after colliding over Southern California
Two skydivers were killed when they collided during a jump over the city of Lake Elsinore in Southern California on Friday, officials said.
State Dept. offers $20 million reward for information about Iran’s nuke program
Specifically, the US is seeking information about Iranian “nuclear scientists and staff,” “nuclear program-related technologies and capabilities” and “associated organizations and personnel,” according to the announcement, which was posted on X.
Relief, tears and sadness: Married at First Sight UK cast react to show being axed
It was cancelled after a BBC Panorama investigation heard allegations from three former cast members.
Iran’s hardliners see a weakened Trump – and want more to end the war
US asks China to uphold Busan trade deal commitments
The US urged Beijing to meet commitments from a 2025 accord — particularly on agricultural purchases and rare earths supply. China, meanwhile, expressed concern over the US' "economic, trade restrictive" measures.
Trump shakes up team as Democratic majority comes into focus
President Trump is swapping out his chief of staff after Republicans' losses in the midterms, with more than two dozen House races unresolved. Follow live updates.
Runaway piglets lead South Carolina cops on hilarious caught-on-camera foot chase: ‘No ham was done’
They’re career crim-ham-inals.
Brave 11-year-old NYC girl recalls shoving creep who tried to hug, kidnap her after school: ‘I was scared’
“He was like, ‘can I have a hug?’ I was like, ‘no, no thank you,’” 11-year-old Fatima told The Post.
Texas mayor instructs police to limit co-operation with ICE
The new policy, which comes after a Democratic sweep of the state, will limit the people it will inform the immigration agency about to those who have been arrested for jailable offences.
UK has 'new pair of eyes' in space as new military satellite enters orbit
The UK has a "new pair of eyes" in space after it launched a new military satellite into orbit, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced.
Urgent weather warning as SoCal fire risk intensifies and power shutoffs loom
Recent rainfall has done little to eliminate the threat.
Cornell faculty declares 'no confidence' in university leadership
The university leadership has faced intense criticism for its handling of sexual crimes on campus since a former student filed a lawsuit saying she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house in October 2024.
U.S. Homeless Population Had Record Drop in 2025
The Department of Housing and Urban Development credited President Trump, while homeless advocacy groups said that so-called Housing First policies of his predecessors played a part.
GOP counts a few more wins in House races — but Democrats still have massive majority
The Associated Press had called 254 races for Democrats and 162 for Republicans (up from 155 Thursday afternoon) as of Friday afternoon, with 19 House seats still up in the air.
Denver man found dead at bottom of national park canyon beneath steep drop-offs
A drone team located human remains on the floor of Gunnison National Park's Black Canyon after deputies found an abandoned vehicle on the South Rim.
What Wiles' legacy as chief of staff will be as she is replaced by Stephen Miller
Republican strategist and CBS News contributor Terry Sullivan joins "The Daily Report" to break down Susie Wiles' legacy and more as she is replaced by Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff.
How 2 lifelong singles in the same town ended up married
Al Sager, 65, and Susan Guc, 76, had both been happily single for decades. Then they met in the most surprising way, and everything changed.
One of the year's most prolific meteor showers to light up the night sky this weekend
The Leonid meteor shower, known for its bright and fast meteors, will kick off this weekend and continue until the end of November.
Skepta: 'I'm what it looks like if you give an immigrant child a chance'
The grime artist, widely considered to be one of the UK's best, returns with his first album in seven years.
Abdul El-Sayed's grandparents reflect on his historic Senate win
Judy and Jan Johnson spoke with ABC News Live about how proud they are to see their grandson, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, be elected to Senate.
Father of 20-year-old co-pilot killed in Florida crash says she fought until the last minute
Nathalia Filgueiras, a 20-year-old co-pilot, died along with eight other people on Nov. 1 when a Learjet crashed into a South Florida roadway. Her father, Alan Filgueiras, is praising her actions in her final moments. Kris Van Cleave has more.
After decades alone, 2 Michigan singles find unexpected love
After spending their lives happily single, 65-year-old Al Sager and 76-year-old Susan Guc of Bay City, Michigan, found unexpected love when both were undergoing cardiac rehab. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to meet the newlyweds.
Democrats flip statehouses in midterm wave
The showing across the country that flipped Congress to Democratic control on Election Day also trickled down to the state and local level.
Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang make long-awaited debut at Zoo Atlanta
Two giant pandas on loan from China made their long-awaited debut in Atlanta Friday, delighting fans who got their first glimpse of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang. Mark Strassman has more.
DOJ dropping suit over alleged noncitizen ballots
The Justice Department moved to dismiss its own lawsuit that sought to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 ballots it alleged went to noncitizens.
Man charged with murder of missing woman whose whereabouts remain unknown
A man has been charged with the murder of a missing woman whose whereabouts remain unknown.
What Stephen Miller has pushed for while in Trump administration
Top Trump adviser Stephen Miller, who is set to take over the White House chief of staff role on Monday, has driven President Trump's most controversial immigration policies during both of his administrations.
Meghan Markle’s estranged father arrested and charged
Federal prosecutors say 82-year-old Thomas Markle Sr. was arrested and charged with one count of possession of child pornography. NBC News has reached out to his defense attorney but has not heard back. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports.
Secret Service finds man parked near White House with multiple firearms: Authorities
The suspect, Ronny Guanipa-Chrinos, allegedly made threats to kill President Donald Trump, according to DHS.
Stephen Miller named as new White House chief of staff
President Trump has named his controversial deputy Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, following the departure of Susie Wiles after Republican midterm losses. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
Latino vote helped thwart Texas Republicans' redistricting effort
Last year, the Republican-controlled Texas legislature redrew its congressional maps aimed at giving the GOP five more seats.
In Elevating Stephen Miller, Trump Doubles Down on Hard-Line Agenda
The new White House chief of staff is responsible for some of the most provocative policies of President Trump’s second term, as well as an aggressive approach to executive power.
Venezuelan man who said voices told him to kill Trump is arrested near White House, DHS says
A Venezuelan man who had guns in his vehicle and told officers that voices in his head urged him to kill President Donald Trump was arrested Thursday near the White House, the federal government said.
WATCH: Guide dog Eddie named 2026 American Humane Society Hero Dog
Eddie, a 3-year-old Labrador retriever, was honored for changing the life of his legally blind owner, Luis Rodriguez, through his work as a guide dog.
Deep forces are reshaping America's electoral map - and what it means for White House race
This week's American midterm was a once-in-a-lifetime result.
U.S. on verge of losing measles elimination status as number of cases grows
The United States is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status as cases top 5,000 nationwide for the first time in more than three decades. Pennsylvania, New York and Wisconsin have all reported measles-related deaths this week.
Susie Wiles Is the Latest Powerful Woman to Exit the Trump Administration
A wave of high-ranking women have left the Trump administration in the past year. Many were replaced by men.
Father of young co-pilot killed in jet crash speaks out
The father of the 20-year-old pilot in the Learjet crash in Florida that killed all nine people on board spoke publicly today. A pilot himself, he helped his daughter learn to fly and as NBC News’ Tom Costello reports, called her a hero.
Foster parent accused of murdering 10-year-old girl in her care: Officials
The missing girl, Malayshia Alford, was located in a vehicle in New Jersey this week following the urgent search, officials said.
Prosecutors Vow to Keep Pursuing Death Penalty in California
Unless the next governor, Xavier Becerra, keeps commuting sentences, California’s death row is likely to slowly repopulate in the coming years.
Trump speaks at NASA's aerospace expo in Florida
Watch live coverage as President Trump speaks during NASA's aerospace expo at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The Evening: Trump Replaces Chief of Staff
Plus, a surprisingly good jobs report. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
ICE arrests Wisconsin state patrol trooper with pending asylum case at airport, attorneys say
The 21-year-old came to the country legally as a child from South Africa and is included in his father’s asylum application, according to attorneys.
Critical incident declared after car 'damaged by gunfire' - with two arrested
A critical incident has been declared in Swansea after a car was damaged by gunfire, police said.
Zoo Atlanta Unveils Its New Pandas: Fu Shuang and Ping Ping
Two years after two other pandas were returned to China, giant pandas were back on display in Atlanta.
What to Know About Stephen Miller, Trump’s New Chief of Staff
The architect of President Trump’s mass deportation campaign, Mr. Miller has been the public face of many of Mr. Trump’s immigration policies.
Southern Democrats Now Have a Chance to Lead. What Will They Do With It?
Sweeping midterm successes in Georgia and North Carolina have given the party an opportunity, and a test, to lay out a vision for governing in the South.
Cornell faculty vote 'no confidence' in university leadership after alleged gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate has approved a resolution declaring "no confidence" in the institution's leadership amid a crisis sparked by an alleged 2024 gang rape.
Secret Service arrests armed Venezuelan migrant near White House over alleged Trump assassination threat
Secret Service officers arrested a Venezuelan migrant in Washington, D.C., after finding guns in a stolen vehicle and hearing an alleged threat against President Donald Trump.
WATCH: $11.4M shipment of Nvidia cargo stolen from Oakland
Experts describe the computer hardware theft as a sophisticated cargo heist.
Tankers carrying Russian diesel to the US change course
Despite an ostensible deal between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to bring diesel to the US, tankers are reportedly unable to dock due to existing sanctions.
Cornell Faculty Senate approves no-confidence resolution over university’s handling of sexual assault crisis
WATCH: Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed’s grandparents react to historic win in Michigan
Jan and Judy Johnson, grandparents of Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed, join ABC News Live to reflect on his Senate victory, their blended interfaith family and the traditions that bring them together.
Boy, 6, dies in hospital after house fire that killed four members of his family
A six-year-old who sustained critical injuries during a house fire that killed four members of his family has also died, police said.
Ueno Bank scandal plunges Paraguay into political crisis
Suspected financial fraud, public money at risk and millions of customers affected: Paraguay is in serious crisis following the sudden collapse of Ueno Bank. President Santiago Pena is facing impeachment.
Pope Leo ‘proud to be an American’ and vote in US midterms
Critics say Democrats should look into Trump's Middle East deals in future corruption investigations
After their victory in the US midterm elections, the Democrats have promised to investigate corruption in the Trump administration. Critics say the president's Middle East deals is an area they should focus on.
Prince Harry to appeal after privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher dismissed
Prince Harry and other household names are appealing a judge's decision dismissing their privacy lawsuit against a newspaper group.
Trump's latest Ukraine offer may only tempt Putin to step up his war
MICHAEL RUIZ: California prosecutors revolt after Newsom orders state's worst killers off death row
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's blanket clemency for 548 death row inmates draws outrage from prosecutors, including in the Gabriel Fernandez case.
Judge places Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, on house arrest after feds find photos of him sexually abusing minors, DOJ says
Florida Learjet crash investigators dig up engine piece after pilots warned of rough weather ahead
NTSB crews recovered part of an engine from the Learjet 60 crash site in Greenacres, Florida, as the probe focuses on icing and turbulence reports.
More than 40 pilot whales die in ‘distressing’ mass stranding on New Zealand coast
Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 200 years in prison over the deaths of 190 children
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Officer killed, 3 wounded in a gunfight with suspect in Colorado
Ex-MIT professor wins $6M after sex claims wrecked career, accuser joked about ‘#hetoo’
David Sabatini's $6 million defamation win over Kristin Knouse now faces cross-appeals as both sides prepare to battle in Massachusetts courts.
Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Radical Democrats rally behind Piker after election
Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.
Clash in the castle: Medieval Times dinner theater insiders allege animal cruelty, sexual harassment
A former Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament queen alleges sexual harassment, cyberbullying and doxxing in a lawsuit targeting workplace culture.