Protests roil Israel for second day
Protests continued for a second day in Israel, with a general strike causing chaos across the country after the army discovered the bodies of six hostages over the weekend. Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets on Sunday night to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a ceasefire with the militant group […]
At least 6 shot in NYC near West Indian Day Festival parade route: cops
Brooklyn's joyous West Indian Days Parade turned bloody on Monday with at least six people shot along the route, authorities said. Police said shots were fired around 2:35 p.m. in the 300 block of Eastern Parkway, where a colorful celebration of Caribbean life was taking place. One male victim was shot in the head, another […]
In Labor Day union rally, Harris slams Trump for overtime benefits, tax cuts
Speaking to union members in Detroit on Labor Day, Vice President Harris criticized former President Trump for blocking overtime pay and giving tax cuts to the wealthy. Tyrese West, a member of the Workers International Union of North America, Harris was introduced On Monday, several union leaders took to the stage, including United Auto Workers […]
NYC West Indian Day Carnival festivities kick off with J’Ouvert pre-dawn party
An annual celebration of Caribbean culture and traditions returns to Brooklyn with dancing, elaborate costumes, steel band floats and an early-morning party with calypso music. The early-rising tradition, named “J'Ouvert,” which means dawn, began at 6 a.m. Monday along Empire Boulevard and Nostrand Avenue in Flatbush. The parade will begin at the intersection of Empire […]
Matthew and Johnny Gaudreau’s heartbroken sister speaks out after NHL star, brother killed the day before her wedding
Katie Gaudreau posted a moving tribute to her brothers, Columbus Blue Jackets stars Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were tragically killed last Thursday, the day before their wedding, when they were hit by a suspected drunk driver while riding their bikes in Salem County, New Jersey. “To know these two was to love them” she […]
US Open 2024 day seven: Paolini, Pegula, Draper and Medvedev in action – live | US Open Tennis 2024
Main Events Show only important events Please enable JavaScript to use this feature Paolini cemented her place easily and it's amazing how good she has suddenly become. The talent was there, of course, but it's been there for years — she's 28! — and I can't remember the last time a player has shone this […]
Harris, Biden target union workers with Labor Day event
Vice President Harris and President Biden appeared together at a Labor Day campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Monday, with the vice president looking to solidify support from union members ahead of November. The event in Pittsburgh will be Biden and Harris' first joint campaign appearance since Harris took over as the president's top Democratic candidate. […]
Paris 2024 Paralympics day five: GB triathlon golds, wheelchair rugby and more – live | Paris Paralympic Games 2024
Main Events Show only important events Please enable JavaScript to use this feature It starts in Paris. Share Wheelchair Rugby: Australia wins bronze medal. After a hard-fought match in Paris, Australia defeated Great Britain 50-48 to secure third place and a medal. Share Wheelchair Rugby: Australia were three tries ahead of Great Britain with three […]
What stores and restaurants are open on Labor Day 2024?
(NEXSTAR) — Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer, has sadly arrived. If you’re traveling to celebrate or are short on barbecue ingredients, here’s a look at what stores will and won’t be open on September 2. First, we want to let you know that you won't receive mail on Monday. The United States Postal […]
Yankees’ Juan Soto commits several defensive miscues in forgettable outfield day
Juan Soto isn't going to be one of the most coveted free agents of all time this offseason because of his defensive prowess, but he had a particularly tough game in Sunday's 14-7 loss to the Cardinals, misplaying several balls in right field. That may have been partly down to the wet field, but Yankee […]