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Marine Veteran Trevor Reed has been freed after three years in a Russian jail. Reed was originally sentenced to nine years after he was convicted of assaulting police officers, but he has maintained his innocence. His freedom was part of a prisoner exchange where American officials turned over a Russian pilot convicted of drug smuggling. » Subscribe to NBC News: …

In Mariupol, authorities say Russian forces have hit a steel plant 35 times in 24 hours where Ukrainian troops are still holding out. In Germany, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with defense officials from 40 countries pushing for more military support for Ukraine. In Kherson, where locals resisted the Russian occupation weeks ago, there are now signs of a …

A pint-sized Jack Russell Terrier named Patron has become a hero in Ukraine. Patron works in the outskirts of the Northern city of Chernihiv sniffing out landmines left behind by Russians before they detonate. Patron has amassed thousands of followers on Instagram and is also known for comforting other emergency service workers who might be having a bad day. » …

Russia threatens against outside interference in Ukraine, lawmakers grill DHS Secretary Mayorkas over President Biden’s immigration policies, and House GOP Leader McCarthy addresses leaked January 6 comments in a closed-door meeting. 00:00 Intro 01:16 Putin’s nuclear threat 04:03 Surprise prisoner swap 06:20 Major border ruling 08:26 Scathing policing report 10:18 McCarthy recordings fallout 12:22 China’s Covid crackdown 14:23 Inside the …

Vice President Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid, how Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover could change the platform, and a military home operator is investigated over mold and unhealthy living conditions. 00:00 Intro 01:25 V.P. Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid 04:07 Russia warns of nuclear war risk 06:50 Supreme Court ‘remain in Mexico’ court battle 08:38 Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover …

Russia has unleashed shelling attacks on Kharkiv and continues to intensify its assaults on eastern Ukraine. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met with President Zelenskyy in Kyiv. The U.S. promised more military aid to Ukraine, bringing the total to $3.7 billion dollars since the war began. Russia continued attacks after officials departed striking …

A makeshift memorial has been created at a thrill ride in Orlando honoring 14-year-old Tyre Sampson, who died when he fell off the ride a month ago. A preliminary investigation shows Sampson’s seat had been adjusted – and that the gap between him, and the harness was twice the size of other seats. Florida investigators are now trying to determine …

Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44 billion, body cam footage is released in the deadly ‘Rust’ movie set shooting, and health experts warn of a mysterious hepatitis outbreak among children. 00:00 Intro 01:26 Elon Musk buys Twitter for $44 billion 04:40 New “Rust” shooting video and body cam 07:24 Trump held in contempt of court 08:23 Blinken: …

As extreme drought and climate change create explosive conditions in the West, the Biden administration is investing billions into a 10-year plan to fight wildfires before they start. The plan calls for prescribed burns in fire-prone regions to reduce fuel. The federal government wants families to manage their own forests before fire season begins, but conducting those prescribed burns isn’t …

Authorities in New Mexico released body camera footage from the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the “Rust” movie set. The video shows paramedics rushing to save Hutchins, and actor Alec Baldwin, who fired the gun, speaking to officers. “» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative …

President Zelenskyy announced that he is meeting U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin tomorrow in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia continues its assault in the east and in the south. Two cruise missiles hit the city of Odesa, killing at least 8 according to Zelenskyy, including a baby. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch …

With their worst nightmare realized, thousands of Ukrainians are trying to flee the capital or taking shelter. The government is urging all Ukrainians to take up arms and fight against the Russian invasion.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse …

There are currently eight large fires burning throughout the Southwest region. In Northern Arizona, near Flagstaff, crews are racing to contain the monstrous Tunnel fire. The fire and smoke have destroyed 20,000 acres forcing hundreds of evacuations ripping through 30 structures. New Mexico has declared state of emergency in five counties. This is a devastating start to the fire season …

President Zelenskyy says he will meet with U.S. top officials Sunday, Police looking for a motive in D.C. sniper shooting, Supporters trying to stop execution of Texas mother citing new evidence. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and …

For more than two years, migrants have been denied entry to the U.S. because of Title 42, a public health policy enacted during the pandemic. A Republican delegation led by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy criticized the White House for failing to find a permanent solution. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News …