CulturePeople around the world are remembering music legend Dolly Parton, with tributes ranging from Dollywood in Tennessee to outside Buckingham Palace in London. Her manager said she died after a brief battle with cancer.
CulturePeople around the world are remembering music legend Dolly Parton, with tributes ranging from Dollywood in Tennessee to outside Buckingham Palace in London. Her manager said she died after a brief battle with cancer.
CultureA song can attract millions of streams and widespread radio and audience support even if much of it was not made by a human. Australian music charts now require songs to be substantially human-made, prompting questions about whether such rules protect musicians, copyright, identity or the human connection behind music.
WorldA devastating landslide and flood in Nepal, believed to have been triggered by the breakup of a massive glacier, sent an unstoppable wall of water through the area and destroyed everything in its path. Hundreds of people are missing, including dozens of Americans.
WorldHundreds remain missing and many are feared dead after devastating floods struck the Nepal-China border. Newly released bodycam footage shows the arrest of the San Francisco 49ers owner, while Dolly Parton’s team has shared new details about her death.
TechMeta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement in a major child safety case involving claims that social media platforms can harm young users. John Demay, whose son Jordan died after an online sextortion scheme, tells NBC News about his effort to make social media safer for children and families.
SocietyFox News reports that the suspect who appeared armed at Trump’s golf course had Melania Trump’s schedule. Chief Washington correspondent Mike Emanuel is set to provide the latest on the suspect’s court appearance.
Culture22:18Nevada prosecutors have rested their case against Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is charged with murdering rapper Tupac Shakur. The program also covers new developments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
WorldAt least 24 Canadians are among hundreds of tourists and residents missing after devastating flash floods in Nepal killed at least 160 people. Entire communities have been wiped out. The Canada-U.S. trade war also shows no sign of easing and could intensify if Ottawa carries out its counter-tariff threat.
PoliticsPodcast host Ben Ferguson joined 'The Faulkner Focus' to criticize New York Gov. Kathy Hochul over a law banning local police from cooperating with ICE. He also discussed The Washington Post reinstating a columnist after her comments about Charlie Kirk.
CultureRenowned Palestinian artist Sliman Mansour has died at 79, drawing hundreds to his funeral in Birzeit. Known for works including “Camel of Hardship,” he often used soil, henna and straw rather than Israeli-bought materials, and campaigned for a Palestinian art school.
WorldDeadly flash floods in Nepal have left hundreds of people reported missing. Meta agreed to a landmark $18 billion settlement over allegations that its platforms caused social media addiction, while testimony concluded in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
EconomyU.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer disputed Canada’s explanation for the collapse of trade talks, saying Canada made new requests after his counterpart returned from Ottawa following a tentative Aug. 18 deal. International trade lawyer Barry Appleton assesses Greer’s claims and what may happen next.
PoliticsFox News host Jesse Watters assesses the Democratic Party’s messaging as it scrambles for a leader ahead of the midterm elections on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’
TechMeta’s $18 billion settlement contains teen-safety measures and conditions that TikTok and YouTube could also adopt, potentially establishing a new industry standard.
TechNvidia expects revenue to rise 70% in the next fiscal year, highlighting continued strong demand for AI computing. Its shares initially fell more than 1% in extended trading before climbing nearly 5%.
CultureOn Tools Down, House 5 father-and-daughter duo Rick and Tayla speak candidly about their journey on The Block so far. They discuss piecing together DIY dog-kennel ideas, coping with tight budgets and trade shortages, and dealing with controversial feedback from the judges.
PoliticsThe Five co-hosts discuss Gov. Kathy Hochul’s response after New York sheriffs sued over a state law barring law-enforcement agencies from entering into or maintaining certain agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
WorldCIA Director John Ratcliffe made a rare, unannounced trip to Moscow on August 25 to meet Russian intelligence officials, according to U.S. and Kremlin sources. U.S. officials and the CIA declined to discuss the meeting’s substance. The Wall Street Journal reported that the visit came amid critical U.S. intelligence warnings, including reports that Russia was planning a new military mobilization.
SocietySkateboarders in Dubai are shifting indoors as summer temperatures often climb above 104 degrees Fahrenheit, making outdoor skate parks difficult to use for extended periods.
PoliticsAlberta Premier Danielle Smith said threatening the U.S. might “feel good,” but would ultimately hurt Canada. She spoke Wednesday after other premiers called for more retaliation, as political insiders discussed the issue on the Power Panel.
SocietyThe man serving four consecutive life sentences for the brutal crimes is seeking another chance in court and has moved one step closer to a possible retrial. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky explains.
EconomyWall Street’s main indexes ended slightly lower after US inflation exceeded expectations. Many investors remained on the sidelines ahead of earnings from AI bellwether Nvidia.
HealthThe FDA has approved Rasonque, a breakthrough treatment for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. The treatment was reported to double survival to 13 months compared with chemotherapy alone.
CultureActor Tim Curry, whose iconic performance launched a decades-long career, has died at 80. Known for flamboyant characters, he was a gifted performer on stage and screen.