Pope Francis met separately with the families of hostages and Palestinians with relatives in Gaza. NBC News’ Anne Thompson shares more on the meeting as the Pope pleads for peace. » 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 engaging …
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FDA links recalled WanaBana fruit puree to over 50 kids with high blood lead levels
WanaBana issued a recall of their Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée pouches in October because of lead contamination. The FDA estimates more than 50 children across the U.S. have high blood lead levels related to the recall. NBC News’ Vicky Nguyen reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of …
Read More »Law enforcement cracking down on retail crimes this holiday shopping season
As the holiday shopping season ramps up, police are preparing to combat fears of retail crimes. The retail industry reports losing $112 billion last year in part from smash-and-grab robberies. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports more. » 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 …
Read More »50 hostages to be released, fighting to stop temporarily in Gaza
Preparations are underway for the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and for the long-negotiated break in fighting. Israel’s prime minister vows that the pause will not end the war. NBC News’ Keir Simmons has more details. » 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 …
Read More »Brussel sprouts becoming less bitter and easier to grow
Brussel sprouts have a terrible reputation, even among some of the farmers who grow them. However, after generations of breeding, their bitterness has eased. NBC News’ Jacob Ward spoke with one fourth-generation farmer and a head chef on their growing popularity. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of …
Read More »FBI investigating fiery vehicle explosion at U.S.-Canada border
The FBI is investigating a fiery crash at the U.S.-Canada border. Law enforcement officials say the car was going at a very high rate of speed in Western New York when it crashed into a checkpoint structure at Rainbow Bridge, caught fire and exploded. The two people in the car died. NBC News’ Emilie Ikeda and Jonathan Dienst report. » …
Read More »Former Obama advisor caught on video berating NYC street vendor
On multiple occasions Stuart Seldowitz, a former national security advisor for President Obama, berates a street vendor in Manhattan. Seldowitz hurls Islamophobic insults and question’s the vendor’s immigration status. NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk reports. » 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 …
Read More »Authorities looking into airline incidents amid Thanksgiving travel rush
Authorities are looking into different airline travel incidents from passengers becoming unruly to airline workers mishandling wheelchairs. NBC News’ Guad Venegas has more details as many travel for Thanksgiving. » 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 engaging news …
Read More »Mysterious respiratory illness spreading to dogs across U.S.
A mysterious respiratory illness is infecting dogs at a worrisome rate and veterinarians are now scrambling to better understand the possible “bacterium pathogen.” Vets say the suspected bacterium can quickly progress to pneumonia and severe respiratory distress. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection …
Read More »Ukrainian army releases recruitment video with new call to arms
Ukrainian forces are readying for the much-anticipated counteroffensive. They’re equipped with new ammunition, more advanced weapons and better trained troops. Molly Hunter has more on the story. » 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 engaging news stories. NBC …
Read More »Thanksgiving travel rush expected to break records this year
The nation’s airports and roads are preparing for record-breaking travel this Thanksgiving as 55 million Americans are predicted to fly and drive over the coming days. NBC News’ Tom Costello is with United at Chicago O’Hare for behind the scenes access on how they monitor it all. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC …
Read More »Record number of passengers flying this Thanksgiving
49 million Americans are hitting the road for Thanksgiving and the nation’s airlines are reporting record passenger levels. NBC News’ Tom Costello has the latest information as the holiday travel rush gets underway. » 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, …
Read More »Israel and Hamas reach hostage deal
After 45 days, some of the hostages held by Hamas inside Gaza will return home, as sources say Israel and Hamas reached a deal to release 50 of the estimated 230 being held captive. Those released would be women and children only. NBC News’ Keir Simmons and Gabe Gutierrez report. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC …
Read More »Former first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at age 96
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has died at the age of 96, the Carter Center announced. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell has more on her life, legacy and the tributes to her that have been shared. » 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 …
Read More »Black Friday starts early this year with bigger discounts at some stores
Holiday shoppers are already finding deals, with Black Friday starting early at some stores. NBC News’ Priscilla Thompson has more on where to find discounts and how to make the most of your budget this season. » 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 …
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