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A monkey at a zoo saw an opportunity and swiped a cell phone from a visitor’s hands, flipping it around to record her reaction. RELATED: This wild monkey calmly meditates with monks in Thailand https://tinyurl.com/4z3w364e » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3QYKjbc » USA TODAY delivers current local and …

Steve Harwell, the founding singer for the early 2000’s band Smash Mouth, passed away after entering hospice care for liver failure, his manager said. RELATED: Smash Mouth’s lead singer shows off serious potty mouth https://youtu.be/eIGCLvtZzyU Steve Harwell, the former lead vocalist of rock band Smash Mouth, died Monday at 56. Robert Hayes, a longtime manager of Harwell and the band, …

The National Weather Service warned of flash flooding after heavy rains turned streets into fast moving rivers in parts of Las Vegas. Related: Burning Man live updates: Death investigated amid lockdown, mud https://bit.ly/3En3INJ Interstate 15 was closed in both directions near the Nevada-California border for nearly seven hours. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and …

Appearances from senior lawmakers have raised the question of whether there should be age limits in Congress. Here’s what to know. RELATED: Mitch McConnell freezes during Kentucky event, second time in months https://tinyurl.com/3wpwatnr » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3GqYgdk » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, …

Beyonce turned 42 in style with a ‘Happy Birthday’ serenade from Diana Ross during the singer’s Renaissance World Tour stop in Los Angeles. http://tinyurl.com/mr3v3p28 RELATED: How to get tickets to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie https://youtu.be/crhnwensrc8 Beyoncé’s surprise birthday guest was a supreme choice. The “Virgo’s Groove” singer, 42, celebrated another year around the sun on Monday during night three …

Ken Paxton, facing 16 impeachment counts related to bribery and misuse of office, has been suspended since late May. https://tinyurl.com/wf5z2h2w RELATED: Texas House votes to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton https://youtu.be/grTuE7EfCMo Impeached Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s actual impeachment trial begins Tuesday in the Texas Senate, the first of many days to determine if the suspended official will be removed …

In the beginning, people suffering from what is now called long COVID were forced into the shadows. How are those patients being helped now? RELATED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZA8kOxNVpk Their symptoms – debilitating tiredness, lung issues and non-specific pain – didn’t seem to fit together. Over 3 years into the pandemic, the medical community is still grappling with the question of treatment. Why …

An ex-soldier, accused of spying for Iran, may have escaped from prison by strapping himself to the bottom of a delivery truck. RELATED: Manhunt for escaped prisoner causes anxiety for neighbors https://youtube.com/shorts/w5BzOw9vQFY » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3Il7OJE » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, …

The mother and godmother of Zaiylah Bronson, a pregnant 19-year-old found dead in her boyfriend’s trunk, say the death has devastated the family. https://tinyurl.com/3hv7ks8e RELATED: Missing teen Alicia Navarro found after four-year disappearance from AZ https://youtu.be/FvNGPIzAjik Zaiylah Bronson’s family was shocked and excited when they found out she was expecting her first child. Now, the family is planning a funeral …

Electric Zoo festival attendees in New York City stormed the gates after the event reached unexpected capacity and ticket holders are turned away. RELATED: Burning Man 2023: Rain, mud strand thousands in middle of desert http://tinyurl.com/48rb29wy » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3uyLdBr » USA TODAY delivers current local …

Heavy rain during the Burning Man festival in Nevada caused entrance and exit gates to close. Attendees were urged to conserve food, water and fuel. Related: Burning Man 2023 rain keeps burners confined to camps https://bit.ly/3EuzoAJ There was no estimated time for reopening, and thousands of attendees are facing the potential of missing flights, failing to return rental cars or …

Spain’s national weather agency issued a maximum red alert after torrential rains caused flash flooding in the Madrid region and surrounding areas. RELATED: Flood warnings: what you should do to stay safe https://youtu.be/DjJw3PeKhEA » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3Il7OJE » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, …

Former President Donald Trump and 18 of his allies were indicted for allegedly conspiring to overturn Georgia’s 2020 election results. All 19 defendants are accused of violating Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, which penalizes activities of individuals engaging in organized crime. Other charges they face include conspiring to commit election fraud, conspiring to commit false statements and writings …

During a traffic stop for speeding, a driver going through personal challenges asked for, and received, a hug from the deputy. RELATED: Police officer arrested for speeding, fleeing traffic stop https://tinyurl.com/2u8fpy4t » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3QYKjbc » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, …

Meet the people who work to keep cultural traditions alive and thriving in two great cities built around cultural diversity. This is part two of a two-part episode in Austin and Xishuangbanna. Sister Cities brings to life the heartbeat of two remarkable cities – one in China, one in America – revealing the surprising and inspiring connectivity that binds them …