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Pennsylvania man arrested after governor’s residence set on fire
A man is now in custody after an alleged arson at the residence of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. Police say Cody Balmer scaled a fence to break into the mansion and used a handmade device to start the fire as the governor and his family slept. NBC’s …
Blue Origin attempts rocket launch with all-female crew
Watch live coverage as Blue Origin attempts to launch a rocket with singer Katy Perry and “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King among the six-person all-female crew. The flight is autonomous and designed to fly to and from suborbital space without a pilot …
What we know about suspect in arson at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence
The man charged in connection with an arson at Pennsylvania Gov.
Trump officials defend deporting man to El Salvador in meeting with nation’s president
A State Department official told a federal judge that Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man deported to an El Salvador prison, is “alive and secure.”
Blue Origin completes space trip featuring all-female crew
Today’s female-only spaceflight was the first since 1963, when Valentina Tereshkova of the former Soviet Union became the first woman in space.
NYC helicopter tour company shuts down after deadly crash
Just days after the tragic helicopter crash in New York City killed all six people on board, the FAA says the company involved in the incident, New York City Helicopter Tours, is shutting down their operations immediately. NBC’s Erin McLaughlin reports…
Russia launches strikes during Palm Sunday gathering in Ukraine
The death toll is rising following a massive Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy as people had gathered to observe Palm Sunday. At least 34 have been killed, including two children. The attack comes just days after President Donald Tru…
Humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens amid Israeli blockade
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening amid Israel’s nearly month-and-a-half long blockage of goods into the enclave. An NBC News crew in Gaza documented how Palestinians are struggling with food and medicine shortages and ramped up Israeli airst…
Trump’s policy reversal causes confusion over tariff exemptions
Just days after the Trump administration announced some electronics like smartphones, laptops and computer chips would be exempt from steep tariffs, the President is now walking that back and suggesting the products are moving to a different tariff buc…
Man who threatened to bomb Coachella is arrested in Palm Springs
A Santa Monica man was arrested Saturday around 12:15 p.m. after he threatened to bomb the Coachella Music & Arts Festival, the Cathedral City Police Department said.
Arson at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence and all-female crew aboard Blue Origin rocket: Morning Rundown
The pace of Donald Trump’s actions in his second term has caused confusion and uncertainty.
GOP former Rep. Mike Rogers launches another Michigan Senate run
Former Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Mich., launched another campaign for Senate on Monday, the first major Republican candidate to jump into the race.
Republicans set to largely avoid town halls during the congressional recess
Members of Congress are back in their districts for a two-week recess, potentially bracing for more anger from constituents.
Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died in an apparent suicide during a police chase, authorities say
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy has died at age 24 in an apparent suicide in his car while being pursued by authorities in Houston, according to a Harrison County sheriff’s report released Sunday.
Mario Vargas Llosa, Peruvian author and Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89
Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate and a giant of Latin American letters, died Sunday.
How the Trump administration frequently changes its messaging and course
President Donald Trump has moved quickly on his far-reaching agenda, but his administration has frequently changed both its messaging and its course.
Young voters’ indignation at older leaders spurs Democratic primary challenges
As Democratic voters say their party needs to change and young voters grow more skeptical of traditional party politics, a crop of candidates in their 20s and 30s is stepping in to challenge older Democrats for their seats in Congress.
New York helicopter company shutting down following crash that killed 6
The company that operated the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River in New York last week, killing all six people on board, will shut down immediately, the Federal Aviation Administration said late Sunday.
Tariffs on imported semiconductor chips coming soon, Trump says
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said he would be announcing the tariff rate on imported semiconductors over the next week, adding that there would be flexibility with some companies in the sector.
Menendez brothers’ family blames graphic courtroom photo for aunt’s hospitalization
The family of Erik and Lyle Menendez is calling for the L.A. County DA’s Office to be removed from the brothers’ case after they claimed the use of a graphic photo in a court hearing caused the brothers’ aunt to be hospitalized.
No survivors reported after plane with 6 aboard crashes in New York
No survivors were reported after a private plane crashed while it was preparing for a second landing attempt in New York’s Columbia County on Saturday, officials said.
AI-generated action figures were all over social media. Then, artists took over with hand-drawn versions.
As another AI-driven trend gained traction, artists countered by sharing their own human-made takes on the ChatGPT-generated action figures that circulated online in recent days.
Rory McIlroy wins 2025 Masters after sudden-death playoff with Justin Rose
Rory McIlroy held on to win the 89th Masters Tournament in a one-hole playoff on Sunday, earning his fifth major championship and first since 2014.
Rory McIlroy wins 2025 Masters after sudden-death playoff with Justin Rose
Rory McIlroy held on to win the 89th Masters Tournament in a one-hole playoff on Sunday, earning his fifth major championship and first since 2014.
Arrest made after arson at PA governor’s home
Police announced late Sunday that a person is in custody after the home of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was set on fire while he and his family were inside. NBC News’ Maya Eaglin has the latest.