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The Princess of Wales announced earlier this year she had been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer.

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Tomlinson was initially unsure about sharing her bipolar II diagnosis on stage. But, she says, "I got such amazing feedback from people who had been struggling with their mental health."

Tropical Storm Francine has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to become a hurricane before it reaches the U.S. Gulf Coast on Wednesday.

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The U.S. placed third in the overall medal count, behind China and Great Britain. Here's a look at some of Team USA's athletic accomplishments, from winning streaks to historic firsts.

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Danzy Senna's new novel is an exhilarating yet poignant riff on the struggling artist as a wannabe middle-aged sellout. The writing is endlessly quotable and meaningfully provocative.

The event and its dance party atmosphere lowered the curtain on successful back-to-back Games that captivated fans. Paris raised the bar high for future host cities, including Los Angeles in 2028.

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The mother of the alleged shooter at Apalachee High School warned officials the morning of the shooting. Here's how administrators responded. And, Venezuela's opposition leader has fled the country.

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Ahead of Tuesday's presidential debate, both Vice President Harris' and former President Donald Trump's campaigns accuse the other of flip-flopping.

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Vice President Harris has used debates as turning points throughout her political career. On Tuesday, she faces her biggest debate challenge yet.

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The ABC News presidential debate will be the first time Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump face off ahead of the 2024 election. Here's what to expect.

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Bold cabernet sauvignon wines made Napa Valley famous. Now, hotter temperatures are starting to damage the grapes, so some wineries are starting to experiment.

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Farmers in California are trying to plant crops that don't require a lot of water. Some are turning to growing agave as a response to a warming state.

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Typhoon Yagi was the strongest typhoon to hit Vietnam in decades, with winds up to 92 mph. The country’s meteorological agency warns continuing downpours could cause floods and landslides.

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Many shoppers blame stores and manufacturers for supermarket inflation. But what do the companies' finances tell us?

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A new study links the recent use of hair oils, lotions and other personal care products with higher levels of phthalates in children. The hormone-disrupting chemicals are a health concern for kids.

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Jury selection begins Monday in the federal civil rights trial of three former Memphis police officers charged in the 2023 beating death of Black motorist Tyre Nichols.

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Hill was pulled over near the stadium for a traffic violation. The officers have been condemned for their use of force. The police department says it will review body camera footage.

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Apollo Quiboloy, accused of sexual abuse and human trafficking in the Philippines and similar charges in the United States, surrendered Sunday to authorities, officials said.

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House Foreign Affairs Committee report claims the Biden administration prioritized "optics" over safety. Democrats, the minority on the panel, reject the findings as relying on "cherry-picked" testimony.