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21 states are nearing record highs this weekend with temperatures in the northeast expected to hit triple digits. The dangerous weather forcing Boston to postpone its triathlon while New York shortens its races scheduled for tomorrow. The death toll is also climbing, with officials in Louisiana announcing a police officer died on the job because of an unexpected heat-related medical …

Two Americans died while overseas fighting in the Ukrainian war. The parents of one of the Americans, Kathryn and George Lucyszyn, are mourning the loss of their 31-year-old son, Luke. Luke’s parents believe he was knocked unconscious by artillery when three other foreign fighters tried to save him and a tank opened fire on them. » Subscribe to NBC News: …

The Monkeypox outbreak has triggered a global health emergency by the World Health Organization, and the U.S. may be the next to sound the alarm as the virus continues to spread. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Kavita Patel explains that it can be contracted through prolonged contact with fluid coming off the Monkeypox rash, whether skin to skin or with …

NBC News’ Lester Holt interviews Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s Chief Medical advisor, about Biden’s positive Covid result. Dr. Fauci discusses what this means for the president and provides insight into the possibility of an omicron-specific vaccine. » 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 …

The Oak Fire consumed more than 14,000 acres and is 0% contained. More than 6,000 residents were forced to evacuate as Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency. More than 2,000 firefighters are working around the clock to beat back the flames. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection …

California wildfire exploded overnight, Pope lands in Canada, apologizing for the church’s Indigenous abuse, and a New exhibit opens to honor Americans that served in the Korean War. » 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. …

WHO declares monkeypox global public health emergency, 90 million Americans under heat alerts, White House says President Biden improving from Covid. » 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 News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, …

The Department of Homeland Security launched a criminal investigation into deleted Secret Service text messages that had been requested by the January 6 committee, two sources familiar with the matter tell NBC News. At its final public hearing, the committee says it intends to recreate the attack to argue that former President Trump waited nearly three hours before telling his …

Following President Biden’s positive Covid-19 test, many health officials are sounding alarms from coast to coast regarding another summer surge. The U.S. this week passed 90 million reported Covid-19 cases since the pandemic began. In the last two weeks cases are up about 16 percent and deaths are up 28 percent. Many school districts are focusing on “back to school” …

Nine-year-old Polina Shchepaniak is among the millions of displaced Ukrainian children but what sets her apart is a heart defect, which, if left untreated, could have been deadly. Polina’s parents scheduled a surgery for her in Lviv but when the war broke out, it was canceled. Polina and her mother had to flee to Poland. Then, an organization called Gift …

The fast-moving Oak Fire tore through over 6,000 acres in Mariposa county, California, forcing more than 6,000 residents to evacuate. Still 0% contained, Governor Newsom called for federal assistance as the fire reached 30 miles from the doorstep of Yosemite National Park. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection …

The World Health Organization says the monkeypox outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern. In the U.S., nearly 3,000 cases were reported in 45 states, with Maine joining the list this weekend. On Friday, the CDC confirmed the first two U.S. cases of monkeypox in children. The demand for vaccines is overwhelming health departments across the country. In …

100 years ago, Bruce’s Beach was a sort of paradise for Black Californians in an otherwise rigidly segregated Los Angeles. Charles and Willa Bruce built a cafe and a dance hall there. However, the local town council condemned the property through public domain, claiming that it was needed for a park. The land sat vacant for decades. The Bruce family …

After a chaotic start to the summer, the travel industry is seeing signs of progress. The number of flights being delayed and canceled is dropping. Airlines have been trimming their schedules to align with staffing levels. Meanwhile, European airports continue to face many challenges with massive lines and cancellations. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: …

Following the reversal of Roe v. Wade, Democrats are pushing to enshrine court-given rights into law. New fears are arising that the Supreme Court could revisit its 2015 same-sex marriage decision. The House voted 267-157 on Tuesday to reaffirm the decision, with 47 Republicans agreeing with Democrats. Now, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is looking to bring the bill to …