US drops case against man charged with damaging Reflecting Pool
The Justice Department has moved to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
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US, Israel planning to bombard energy-related targets in Iran, CBS reports
The U.S. and Israel are planning a bombing campaign against energy infrastructure targets in Iran, with strikes possible throughout the weekend, CBS News reported on Friday, citing sources.
Latvia closes border with Belarus, interior minister says
Latvia has closed its border with Belarus, Interior Minister Janis Dombrava said on Friday.
FCC's Carr defends actions against ABC, citing 'public interest'
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is defending the agency’s actions against ABC, saying broadcasters have a duty to operate in the public interest.
Trump, citing no evidence, blames Minnesota governor for cyberattacks
President Donald Trump is claiming, without evidence, that recent cyberattacks in Minnesota were the fault of the state, including Democratic Gov. Tim Walz.
Authorities release early ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case
Authorities have released an early ransom note in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in hopes that someone will recognize the writing style.
F-35B pilot ejects and jet crashes near Miramar Air Base in California
The U.S. Marine Corps says an F-35B jet crashed near a Southern California air base, and the pilot has been taken to a medical facility.
What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?
An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.
FACT FOCUS: Migrant crossing in Spain's Ceuta breeds unsubstantiated claims
A crisis at the border in Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, has led to unsubstantiated claims about Spain’s migration policies.