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35 mins ago in National

TikTok sues US to block law that could ban the social media platform

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TikTok and its Chinese parent company filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging a new American law that would ban the popular video-sharing app in the U.S. unless it's sold to an approved buyer, saying it unfairly singles out the platform and is an unprecedented attack on free speech.

40 mins ago in National, Trending

Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial

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With Donald Trump sitting just feet away, Stormy Daniels testified Tuesday at the former president's hush money trial about a sexual encounter the porn actor says they had in 2006 that resulted in her being paid to keep silent during the presidential race 10 years later.

49 mins ago in National

Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled

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Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators, hours after dozens marched to the home of the school's president as city officials prepared to appear before Congress on the protest's handling.

1 day ago in National

Porn performer Stormy Daniels is called to the witness stand at Donald Trump’s hush money trial

Prosecutors in the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump have called porn actor Stormy Daniels to the witness stand.

1 day ago in National

Second tornado in 5 weeks damages Oklahoma town and causes 1 death as powerful storms hit central US

A tornado destroyed homes, forced the evacuation of a nursing home and toppled trees and power lines when it roared through a small Oklahoma town, one of several twisters that erupted in the central United States amid a series of powerful storms that stretched into Tuesday.

2 days ago in National

Trump fined $1,000 for gag order violation in hush money case as ex-employee recounts reimbursements

The judge in Donald Trump's hush money trial fined him $1,000 on Monday and, in his sternest warning yet, told the former president that future gag order violations could send him to jail.

2 days ago in National

Heavy rains ease around Houston but flooding remains after hundreds of rescues and evacuations

Floodwaters closed some Texas schools on Monday after days of heavy rains pummeled the Houston area and led to hundreds of rescues including people who were stranded on rooftops.

2 days ago in National, Trending

A look at commencement ceremonies as US campuses are roiled by protests over the Israel-Hamas war

Commencement ceremonies are being held at colleges and universities across the U.S. As many campuses have been roiled by protests over the Israel-Hamas war, some school administrations have taken steps to contain disruptions during their commencement activities.

World

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From flooding in Brazil and Houston to brutal heat in Asia, extreme weather seems nearly everywhere

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In a world growing increasingly accustomed to wild weather swings, the last few days and weeks have seemingly taken those environmental extremes to a new level. Some climate scientists say they are hard pressed to remember when so much of the world has had its weather on overdrive at the same time.

1 day ago in Trending, World

The Eurovision Song Contest is kicking off with pop and protests as the war in Gaza casts a shadow

Competition in the 68th Eurovision Song Contest kicks off Tuesday in Sweden, with the war in Gaza casting a shadow over the sequin-spangled pop extravaganza.

1 day ago in Olympics, World

From Marseille to Mont-Blanc: What to know about the journey of the Olympic torch to Paris

The Olympic torch will finally enter France when it reaches the southern seaport of Marseille on Wednesday. And it's already been quite a journey.

1 day ago in World

Putin begins his fifth term as president, more in control of Russia than ever

President Vladimir Putin began his fifth term at a glittering Kremlin inauguration Tuesday, embarking on another six years as leader of Russia after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands.

2 days ago in World

Russia warns Britain and plans nuclear drills over the West’s possible deepening role in Ukraine

Russia on Monday threatened to strike British military facilities and said it would hold drills simulating the use of battlefield nuclear weapons amid sharply rising tensions over comments by senior Western officials about possibly deeper involvement in the war in Ukraine.

2 days ago in World

3 bodies in Mexican well identified as Australian and American surfers killed for truck’s tires

Relatives have identified three bodies found in a well as those of two Australian surfers and one American who went missing last weekend, Mexican authorities said Sunday.

5 days ago in World

UK Conservatives set for historic losses in local polls as Labour calls for a general election now

Britain's governing Conservative Party suffered heavy losses in local election results Friday, further cementing expectations that the Labour Party will return to power after 14 years in a U.K. general election that will take place in the coming months.

1 week ago in World

What is the International Criminal Court and why it has Israeli officials worried

By MIKE CORDER Associated Press THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Israeli officials sound increasingly concerned that the International Criminal Court…

Lifestyle

32 mins ago in Lifestyle

Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes

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The Boy Scouts of America announced after 114 years that it will change its name and will become Scouting America in an effort to emphasize inclusion as it works to move past the turmoil of bankruptcy and a flood of sexual abuse claims.

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Public Meetings on the Lake Proposal Set

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) There will be a meeting on May 7th from 5 to 7pm at the Valley View Villa,…

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Noem’s Latest Book Controversy

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) “No Going Back” is Governor Noem’s latest book which was released on May 7th.  The initial controversy…

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Instacart partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant deliveries

Grocery delivery company Instacart is partnering with Uber Eats to offer a new perk to its customers: restaurant delivery.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

A gene long thought to just raise the risk for Alzheimer’s may cause some cases

For the first time, researchers have identified a genetic form of late-in-life Alzheimer's disease — in people who inherit two copies of a worrisome gene.

2 days ago in

EPA Announces a Grant to South Dakota to Deal with Lead Pipes

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a grant of $28,650,000 to South Dakota to assist in the…

2 days ago in

Inaugural Bike Rodeo Is a Success

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Mitchell Police Department, in cooperation with other law enforcement agencies and emergency services, put on the…

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GFP Reports Excellent Pheasant Hunting in 2023 and Hopes the Same is True in 2024

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Senior upland game biologist Alex Solem analyzed the annual survey of pheasant hunters conducted by the Game…

Sports

1 day ago in Sports

Ohtani hits 11th homer and Buehler returns as Dodgers defeat Marlins 6-3 for 4th straight win

Shohei Ohtani launched his fourth home run in three games and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 6-3 on Monday night in Walker Buehler's first major league start in nearly two years.

1 day ago in Sports

St. Louis Blues remove interim tag and name Drew Bannister full-time coach

The St. Louis Blues have removed the interim tag from Drew Bannister's title and named him their full-time coach. President of hockey operations and general manager Doug Armstrong announced the move Tuesday.

2 days ago in Sports

Guardians place AL-leading hitter Steven Kwan on injured list, promote top prospect Kyle Manzardo

The Guardians are losing their extraordinary leadoff hitter for a bit and adding one with power and potential.

2 days ago in Sports

Stars and DeBoer moving on after ousting Cup champ Vegas in tight 7-game series

Dallas Stars coach Pete DeBoer had so many emotions to process after a Game 7 victory over his former team.

2 days ago in Sports

Panthers, Bruins set to meet again in playoff rematch, this time in Round 2

A second-round series between the Panthers and Bruins starts Monday night in South Florida, the two best teams in the Atlantic Division squaring off with a trip to the NHL's final four on the line.

2 days ago in Sports

Lando Norris earns 1st career F1 victory by ending Verstappen’s dominance at Miami

Lando Norris should take a lesson from his last big party and perhaps tone down the celebration for his first career Formula 1 victory.

5 days ago in Sports

Knicks advance to the Eastern Conference semis, topping 76ers 118-115 in Game 6

With a frenzied Philly crowd clamoring for defense, Josh Hart hesitated for just a second after Jalen Brunson passed him the ball from the left wing before Hart realized the 76ers weren't playing any D on him.

5 days ago in Sports

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Italian Open with right forearm injury

Third-ranked Carlos Alcaraz announced his withdrawal from the Italian Open on Friday because of the right forearm injury that already prompted him to pull out of tournaments in Monte Carlo and Barcelona.

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Cyber Security Roundtable

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Mitchell City Council News

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Darrel Anderson Teacher of the Year

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Entertainment

29 mins ago in Entertainment

Katy Perry and Rihanna didn’t attend the Met Gala. But AI-generated images still fooled fans

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No, Katy Perry and Rihanna didn't attend the Met Gala this year. But that didn't stop AI-generated images from tricking some fans into thinking the stars made appearances on the steps of fashion's biggest night.

51 mins ago in Entertainment, Trending

Fans are following Taylor Swift to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there

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Thousands of ride-or-die Taylor Swift fans who missed out on her U.S. concert tour last year or didn't want to buy exorbitantly priced tickets to see her again found an out-of-the-way solution: Fly to Europe.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Nintendo to announce Switch successor in this fiscal year as profits rise

Japanese video-game maker Nintendo said Tuesday that it will make an announcement about a successor to its Switch home console sometime before March 2025.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending

Inside the Met Gala: A fairytale forest, woodland creatures, and some starstuck first-timers

Sauntering through the hallways of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on the way to cocktails, James Corden spread his arms out comically, like he owned the place. "Let me know if you want me to talk you through any of this," he said, pointing to the precious art on the walls, joking around with Jeff Bezos and his partner Lauren Sánchez, who happened to be walking behind him.

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Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial

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With Donald Trump sitting just feet away, Stormy Daniels testified Tuesday at the former president's hush money trial about a sexual encounter the porn actor says they had in 2006 that resulted in her being paid to keep silent during the presidential race 10 years later.

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In a world growing increasingly accustomed to wild weather swings, the last few days and weeks have seemingly taken those environmental extremes to a new level. Some climate scientists say they are hard pressed to remember when so much of the world has had its weather on overdrive at the same time.

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Fans are following Taylor Swift to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there

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The Eurovision Song Contest is kicking off with pop and protests as the war in Gaza casts a shadow

Competition in the 68th Eurovision Song Contest kicks off Tuesday in Sweden, with the war in Gaza casting a shadow over the sequin-spangled pop extravaganza.