Stephen Nedoroscik is America's pommel horse hero

The US gymnast and Rubik's cube enthusiast became an online sensation after helping his team secure a bronze medal.

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U.S. Department of Education to Host Strengthening Whole Child Communities: Raising the Bar from Cradle to Career in Detroit, Michigan

On Thursday, August 1 and Friday, August 2, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) will host the Strengthening Whole Child Communities: Raising the Bar from Cradle to Career Summit in Detroit, Michigan. The summit will convene policymakers, practitioners, advocates, philanthropy leaders, youth and community-based organizations to reaffirm the importance of public education as a driver of opportunity and socioeconomic mobility for children and youth from low-income backgrounds and their families.

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Giant Zoom calls fuel record fundraising behind Harris campaign

Big donors helped push Biden out. Now ordinary people have the spotlight as they fundraise for Harris via video calls.

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USA's women begin title defence with win over Japan

The USA women's team begin their Olympic title defence with a dominant 26-point win over Japan.

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Three arrested for murder of Florida rapper Julio Foolio

Police say two rival gangs co-ordinated to kill the rapper as he celebrated his 26th birthday in June.

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'Fire devils' spotted as California fire doubles in size

Firefighters battle a growing wildfire, the largest blaze in California this year.

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Priestman 'heartbroken' by drone scandal as funding pulled

Canada's women's head coach Bev Priestman says she is "absolutely heartbroken for the players" over a drone scandal, as Canada's government withholds funding.

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Book Bans Are Not Just Bad Policy; They Can Raise Civil Rights Issues

By: Matt Nosanchuk, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Operations and Outreach, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education All students deserve access to learning environments that are inclusive and free from discrimination and that nurture their intellect, wellbeing, and creativity, preparing them for success in school and beyond. Books have been the gateway to

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Timing, luck or talent - what makes a billionaire?

Are billionaires good or bad for society - or simply very very rich? The BBC's Simon Jack investigates.

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Watch: Moment Robert Downey Jr revealed at San Diego Comic Con

The actor will make his comeback as Dr Victor Von Doom, a prominent villain in the comic books that spawned the popular Marvel film series.

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Simone Biles draws A-list celebrity crowd at Paris Olympics

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Tom Cruise, American Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour and Snoop Dogg were in the crowd.

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Fans and stars descend on Comic Con 2024

Film stars and fans in extravagant costumes have descended on San Diego for the event.

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Trump courts crypto industry votes and campaign donations

Donald Trump tells cryptocurrency leaders he will fire the head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission if he's re-elected president.

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JD Vance defends 'childless cat ladies' comment after backlash

Donald Trump's vice-presidential candidate says his 2021 comments about Democrats were "sarcastic".

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Timberlake 'not intoxicated' during arrest, lawyer says

Police made several errors and should not have arrested the popstar, his lawyer Edward Burke said.

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Weinstein in hospital with Covid and double pneumonia

Disgraced film producer moved from New York prison cell, where he is serving a 23-year jail term for rape and sexual assault.

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Obamas endorse Kamala Harris for president

Barack and Michelle Obama say Ms Harris has the "strength that this critical moment demands".

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Leader of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel arrested in Texas

El Mayo co-founded the notorious Sinaloa cartel with El Chapo, who is currently jailed in the US.

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Lawmaker uses AI voice clone to address Congress

Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton has a rare neurological condition that makes it difficult for her to speak.

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'Monster' wildfire may have destroyed half of Canadian town

The mayor of Jasper said fast-moving flames have "ravaged our small, tight-knit mountain community".

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Kamala Harris is counting on her sorority sisters

Some four million members of the Divine Nine group are ready to get to work electing Kamala Harris.

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Trump rally gunman searched online for JFK assassination details

FBI Director Christopher Wray told US lawmakers that the gunman registered for the Trump rally the same day.

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The Ghanaian royals taking over US reality TV

The Agyekums, a Ghanaian royal family based in Ohio, sat down with the BBC to talk about their reality TV debut.

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Rescuers hail 'miracle' survival of hiker lost for weeks

Scott Hern, 46, was found by rescuers in the remote canyons of the Red River Gorge in Kentucky.

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Senator Bob Menendez to quit after bribery conviction

Democrat had resisted calls to quit for accepting gifts, including gold bars, to aid foreign states.

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Netanyahu faces delicate balancing act in US after Biden exits race

The Israeli PM's visit comes at a chaotic time in US politics. Can he reset relations in Washington?

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Lawmakers call on Secret Service boss to resign

Both parties called on Kimberly Cheatle to resign during a bruising hearing about security lapses that led to the Trump rally shooting.

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Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

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US President Joe Biden says it has been 'greatest honour' to serve as he ends campaign

He said standing down was "in the best interests of my party and the country".

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Prime sued in trademark case by US Olympic committee

The drink is accused of using US Olympic trademarks without an agreement.

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Inches from death: An hour that shook America

Donald Trump's would-be killer was spotted long before he took his first shot. The BBC pieces together the events of that day.

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Trump shooter flew drone above rally site ahead of time - US media

It is thought the device, now being examined, was used to pick the best line of sight to the former president.

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Watch: Spire collapses as fire engulfs Texas church

A blaze at a historic church in Dallas has caused huge plumes of smoke to rise over the Texan city

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CrowdStrike IT outage affected 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft says

It’s the first time that a number has been put on the glitch that is still causing problems around the world.

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Judge sets Harvey Weinstein retrial date for November

The ex-film mogul will be retried for rape after his conviction was overturned on appeal in April.

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Donald Trump’s supporters saw two sides of him. Which one might govern?

Looking back at the Republican National Convention offers some clues, says Anthony Zurcher.

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Breaking Barriers: Creating Inclusive STEM Education for All Students

By: Alina de Zoysa, STEM Policy Intern, Office of the Deputy Secretary On the first day of my freshman year, I walked into my AP Biology classroom and once again saw a familiar sight: I was the only minority. Throughout my education, my advanced STEM classrooms consistently lacked peers and educators who looked like me. Continue Reading

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Statement from U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals' Ruling on Biden-Harris Administration’s Saving a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today released the following statement about the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals' ruling on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan:

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Melania Trump watches husband's convention speech in rare appearance

Donald Trump's wife rarely appears in public, but she was welcomed by the crowd five days after her husband was targeted by a gunman.

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Father of Trump gunman called police about son before attack

The gunman's father was reportedly concerned about his son and told police he'd vanished without any notice.

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American comedian Bob Newhart dead at 94, publicist says

The legendary deadpan comic won numerous awards over his decades-long career.

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'Is this some kind of fantasist?' Behind the viral BBC video

Gary O'Donoghue reveals his initial disbelief when an eyewitness described seeing Trump gunman on roof.

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Biden-Harris Administration Releases Proposed Regulations to Increase College Access and Quality, and Strengthen Oversight of Distance Education

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) today released proposed regulations that would increase college access for high school students, provide better public data on student outcomes, including to increase oversight over distance education programs, and ensure the student aid programs work in the best interests of students. The regulations propose changes to three distinct areas, including the federal TRIO programs, Distance Education, and Return to Title IV (R2T4).

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Biden tests positive for Covid, White House says

President forced to cancel campaign speech in Las Vegas after presenting with mild symptoms.

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Three things to watch for in JD Vance's convention speech

The Ohio senator will introduce himself on the national stage after Donald Trump named him as his running mate.

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Musk to move SpaceX and X HQ over gender-identity law

Mr Musk has become increasingly involved in US politics and said the new law was the "last straw".

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Trump security raised weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him

There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close.

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Vance choice heightens European fears over Trump presidency

Diplomats and politicians voice concern over Vance's repeated criticism of US aid to Ukraine.

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The missed warnings ahead of the Trump attack

Ros Atkins examines the evidence about crucial warnings in the minutes before the attack on Donald Trump.

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Man killed during Trump shooting dived on family to protect them

Volunteer firefighter Corey Comperatore was killed trying to protect his family.

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Instagram influencer jailed for trafficking and slavery

Young women tell the BBC how Kat Torres lured them to her homes in the US, where they worked for no pay.

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Pictures from Trump rally where shots fired

Donald Trump rushed off stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after loud bangs were heard

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Trump rushed off stage at rally as bangs heard

Trump appeared to have blood on one ear as he was rushed off stage in Pennsylvania following apparent gunshots.

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Alec Baldwin's Rust trial dismissed amid claims of hidden evidence

The dismissal happened just days into the actor's involuntary manslaughter trial.

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RFK Jr texts apology to sexual assault accuser - reports

His accuser, former family babysitter Eliza Cooney, called the message “disingenuous and arrogant”.

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US says Gaza's floating aid pier to shut down soon

The $230m pier had delivered 8,000 tonnes of aid before it was removed last month because of bad weather.

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Canada to hit Nato spending target by 2032 - Trudeau

Nato members have pressured Canada to step up its spending to reach the alliance's benchmark.

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Who are the Democrats calling time on Joe Biden?

A growing number of politicians, donors and party members are urging the 81-year-old to end his re-election bid.

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What are cognitive tests and what can they tell us about Biden and Trump?

The age issue that has plagued the US presidential race reached a tipping point after Biden's weak debate performance late last month.

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Prominent New Zealand couple targeted in deadly US robbery

Patricia McKay, a friend of the NZ prime minister, was killed during the attack in California.

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Baldwin 'played make-believe' with gun, Rust trial hears

Prosecution claims he disregarded gun safety, while defence portrays an actor who trusted his crew's competence.

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Democrats look to Kamala Harris - but could she beat Trump?

As Joe Biden fights to stay as his party's nominee, some say his unpopular vice-president is the right person to take over.

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The Career Journey: Who Do You Want to Be?

I love talking to people about their career journeys. While each person’s story is unique, I often find that there’s a pattern in the way they tell them. They usually start with a childhood dream job that first inspired them, followed by their educational history, eventually leading them to their field of study.   Many people Continue Reading

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How Canada became a car theft capital of the world

From installing bollards to hiring private security, fed up Canadians are trying new ways to safeguard their cars.

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One dead after lake electrocution in Virginia

An 18-year-old died after he jumped into the water and was electrocuted by stray voltage.

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Nobel laureate Alice Munro's daughter reveals family secret of abuse

Andrea Skinner said her step-father began sexually abusing her at age 9 and Munro stayed with him after she learned of it.

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New AI Guide Launched for Edtech Developers

The U.S. Department of Education today launched “Designing for Education with Artificial Intelligence: An Essential Guide for Developers,” a resource for education technology (edtech) community members — product leads and their teams of innovators, designers, developers, customer-facing staff, and legal teams — as they work to establish safety, security, and trust while creating artificial intelligence

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Bob's Burgers actor pleads guilty over Capitol riot

Jay Johnston joins more than 800 others who have pleaded guilty in connection with the 2021 attack.

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Boeing pleads guilty to a criminal fraud charge

Families of the people who died on the flights five years ago have criticised it as a "sweetheart deal".

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Texas braces for deadly storm Beryl

Hjgh winds, flooding and blackouts are expected, with the powerful storm expected to regain hurricane strength.

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'I had to downgrade my life' - US workers in debt to buy groceries

Americans are taking loans to afford basic necessities - as groceries prices have surged by 25%.

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Democrats weigh risks and rewards of losing Biden

Concern over Mr Biden's re-election effort has reached fever pitch. Is there a better option?

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Vikings rookie Jackson dies in car crash

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson and two former team-mates are killed in a collision with another vehicle.

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Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau dies aged 63

Working with director James Cameron, he produced some of the highest-grossing films of all time.

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Biden's interview fails to quell Democrats' concerns about his fitness

A day after the interview, a fifth Democratic member of Congress has called on him to end his bid for re-election.

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Gaza hostage posters outside US lawmaker's office vandalised

Congressman Brad Schneider, a Democrat from Illinois, has called the 4 July incident "a vile act of hate".

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Moment police chase ends in head-on collision

Dashcam footage shows the truck at the centre of the chase lose two tyres before crashing.

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Dog accidentally turns on stove and sets fire to home

The moment the pet started the fire was captured by the homeowner’s security camera.

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Nearly 30,000 evacuated from California wildfires

Officials warn residents not to use fireworks on 4 July because of risk of starting more blazes.

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Biden faces donor pressure as he digs in on re-election bid

Some major donors are warning they will withhold funds unless Joe Biden steps aside as the Democratic candidate.

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Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest crowns new winners

In an annual tradition, thousands gathered to watch the famous 4 July hot dog eating contest on Coney Island.

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US national anthem's surprising connection to England

The tune of the US national anthem was originally written in England for a drinking song.

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Project 2025: The Trump presidency wish list, explained

An influential think tank wants the Federal Reserve and Department of Education to be abolished, among other ideas.

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Blazing wildfires force evacuations in California

Low humidity, gusty winds, and a dangerous heatwave are exacerbating fire risks in the northern part of the state.

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'Almost whole island homeless' in Hurricane Beryl's wake

Union Island, which lies off St Vincent and the Grenadines, has been devastated by the powerful hurricane.

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A Bugatti car, a first lady and the fake stories aimed at Americans

A former US police officer runs an AI-powered network of misleading news sites turning its sights towards November.

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Trump sentencing in hush-money case delayed until September

The Supreme Court ruled that Trump had immunity from prosecution for "official acts" prompting his lawyers to challenge his New York conviction.

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Texas Democrat openly calls on Biden to leave presidential race

Rep. Lloyd Doggett called for Biden to make the "difficult to decision to withdraw" from the race.

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Who might replace Biden as Democratic nominee?

It remains unlikely that President Biden will not be Democrats' nominee, but there are several rising stars in the party.

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Justices 'fear for democracy' in dissent on Trump immunity

The three liberals, led by Sonia Sotomayor, painted a dark picture of absolutist power.

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Mistrial for Karen Read, US woman accused of boyfriend's murder

She had denied running over the police officer outside a house party one wintry night two years ago.

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US to offer Boeing 'sweetheart deal', lawyer says

The deal includes a fine, three years of probation and safety audits, according to a lawyer representing the victims of two fatal Boeing 737 Max crashes

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Steve Bannon says 'Maga army' ready, as he reports to prison

Former top Trump adviser tells BBC he is unconcerned about missing crucial campaign period while he sits behind bars.

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Will Biden's green jobs policy help him win votes?

The US president has invested heavily in helping to create renewable energy jobs across the country.

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Allies defend Biden as poll suggests growing age concern

According to the poll, 72% of registered voters believe Mr Biden is not mentally fit enough to serve as president.

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