A makeup billionaire convinced Trump that the US should buy Greenland
NY Times: The idea became the subject of months of serious study that flabbergasted aides.
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Putin thanks China for its 'balanced' stance over Ukraine
Chinese President Xi Jinping pledges ongoing support for Moscow's "core interests".
Mother accused of drowning three children at New York City beach
NY Times: Police found the children, aged 7, 4 and 3 months, unconscious on the shoreline.
Applause for retired nurse after baby's mid-air emergency
Mid-air medical emergencies are high stakes, none more so than one involving an infant.
US teen who killed rapist sentenced, will pay $250k
Pieper Lewis was 15 when she stabbed her accused rapist to death.
America's richest lose billions after market plunge
A sell-off on Wall Street overnight has seen fortunes tumble.
Five Eyes in Queenstown: Top spies jet in for secret gathering
Resort teeming with undercover operatives.
US inmate tortured with Baby Shark dies in cell
John Basco's death is the 14th this year at the jail, which faces criticism over deaths.
The Queen met 13 sitting US presidents, who basked in her global prestige
New York Times: Queen Elizabeth was a gracious host and guest over the last seven decades.
US leaders avoid victory dance as Ukraine blitz routs Putin's troops
US officials from Joe Biden on down are being careful not to declare a premature victory.
School shooter's home ruled by chaos, court told
He and his half-brother Zachary tormented their adoptive, widowed mother.
Yankees come home: Air NZ and TNZ team up for US charm offensive
The national airline and tourism body have team up to pique US travellers' curiosity.
Fyre Festival's Billy McFarland is out of jail and ready for his next move
New York Times: Five years after Fyre Festival, the fraudster is planning a comeback.
Mask mandates: How have other countries fared after dropping requirements?
Questions remain about what we can learn from countries that have left masks behind.
David Arquette responds to shocking claim about Lisa Kudrow
Spencer Pratt, from The Hills, said it was "the rudest moment" he's ever encountered.
A slain reporter, a city of sin and a politician charged with murder
New York Times: A story about a bad boss ends in a brutal stabbing.
Alligator, drugs, guns, money all found: But where's the tiger?
Investigators think the tiger is with someone 'in New Mexico or a nearby state'.
CNN's first chief anchor Bernard Shaw dies at 82
'He will be remembered as a fierce advocate of responsible journalism.'
A kick at the door, a knife in the hand: The Saskatchewan murders
New York Times: As panic spread across the reserve, residents barricaded their homes.
Trump ally Bannon pleads not guilty in 'We Build the Wall' scheme
'It's all nonsense. They will never shut me up,' Steve Bannon said as he left court.
Ukraine, neighbours, to get big new aid, Blinken says in Kyiv
The US ramp up military aid by more than $2.8b to Ukraine and other European countries.
Four dead in Memphis killer's shooting spree recorded on Facebook
A 19-year-old suspect has been taken into custody after live-streamed attacks.
Major fires wreak havoc in California, force residents to flee
Fires burn out of control across the US state.
Painting Michelle Obama took nine months. Keeping it secret took six years
New York Times: She knew she'd have to keep it a secret - she just didn't know how long.
Prosecutors ask for more time in Rushdie stabbing case
Hadi Matar has been held without bail since his arrest after an attack on Salman Rushdie.
A long-shot push to bar Trump in 2024 as an 'insurrectionist'
New York Times: The drive reflects concern the former president may make a comeback.
Obama returns to White House: Official portraits unveiled
'Barack and Michelle, welcome home,' President Joe Biden said.
Musk can use Twitter whistleblower but can't delay case - judge
The whistleblower is set to testify about the company's poor cybersecurity practices.
Putin's latest chilling threat to Europe
Russian leader declares: 'Everything preventing us from going forward will be rejected.'
Burned out: Sand storms, long waits hamper Burning Man exodus
A Mad Max-style exodus faced those leaving Black Rock desert.
Body of kidnapped billionaire heiress identified
Suspect was released from prison in 2020 after serving 20 years for a previous kidnapping.
'Deeply problematic': Experts question judge's intervention in Trump inquiry
New York Times: Ruling by judge appointed by Trump has surprised specialists.
Russia 'buying millions of rockets and shells from North Korea'
Russian military is facing severe supply shortages in Ukraine, due in part to sanctions.
Man charged in US jogger abduction kidnapped attorney in 2000
He spent 20 years behind bars and has a lengthy history in the juvenile court system.