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2 killed, 10 injured after woman drives truck through youth soccer game

18 October 2026 at 19:04
A 6-year-old boy and 35-year-old man were killed and 10 others were injured when a woman drove a truck through a youth soccer game at a sports complex in Wichita, Kansas, Saturday afternoon, police said. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports.

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A 6-year-old boy and 35-year-old man were killed and 10 others were injured when a woman drove a truck through a youth soccer game at a sports complex in Wichita, Kansas, Saturday afternoon, police said. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports.

U.S. taking Putin’s side would be a ‘historic mistake,’ Zelenskyy says

18 October 2026 at 18:45
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the U.S. formally siding with Russia’s Vladimir Putin would be a “historic mistake.” All of this comes as the midterms are just over two weeks away and a new NBC News poll shows 71 percent of Americans say the U.S. is on the wrong track. Voters were especially sour on the economy and gas prices. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the U.S. formally siding with Russia’s Vladimir Putin would be a “historic mistake.” All of this comes as the midterms are just over two weeks away and a new NBC News poll shows 71 percent of Americans say the U.S. is on the wrong track. Voters were especially sour on the economy and gas prices. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports.

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Weeks ahead of Election Day, 71% of U.S. adults think the country is on the “wrong track.”

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Poll respondents expressed deep unhappiness over economic conditions and widespread distrust toward both major political parties, but Trump and Republicans bore the brunt.

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Poll respondents expressed deep unhappiness over economic conditions and widespread distrust toward both major political parties, but Trump and Republicans bore the brunt.

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Poll respondents expressed deep unhappiness over economic conditions and widespread distrust toward both major political parties, but Trump and Republicans bore the brunt.

Zelenskyy says waived Russian sanctions are 'strengthening Putin's war against us'

18 October 2026 at 09:40
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that President Trump's decision to waive Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions law shows "really big support for Putin."

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In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that President Trump's decision to waive Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions law shows "really big support for Putin."

1,200 Arrested After Sweeping Protests Turn Violent in France

18 October 2026 at 08:41
A major cleanup is underway in France after demonstrations involving more than half a million people protesting rising costs and poor conditions in the country’s schools turned chaotic. Officials say 1,200 people were arrested after violent clashes in Paris and other cities throughout France.

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A major cleanup is underway in France after demonstrations involving more than half a million people protesting rising costs and poor conditions in the country’s schools turned chaotic. Officials say 1,200 people were arrested after violent clashes in Paris and other cities throughout France.

Large Military Base Fire in Canada Leaves Several Dead

18 October 2026 at 08:34
Several people have been killed and many others rushed to local hospitals after an incident sparked a large fire on a military base in Alberta. Canada’s defense minister has described the situation as “very, very active and delicate” but officials have not said exactly what caused the blaze.

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Several people have been killed and many others rushed to local hospitals after an incident sparked a large fire on a military base in Alberta. Canada’s defense minister has described the situation as “very, very active and delicate” but officials have not said exactly what caused the blaze.

Pope Leo Delivers Sunday Prayer After Cancer Surgery

18 October 2026 at 08:29
Pope Leo XIV appeared in public just one day after he was discharged from the hospital for lung surgery. The Chicago-born Pontiff left the hospital on Saturday with his doctors saying he is recovering well. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports for Sunday TODAY.

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Pope Leo XIV appeared in public just one day after he was discharged from the hospital for lung surgery. The Chicago-born Pontiff left the hospital on Saturday with his doctors saying he is recovering well. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports for Sunday TODAY.

Two people, including a child, killed after woman drives through youth soccer game in Kansas

17 October 2026 at 20:09
A 6-year-old boy and 35-year-old man were killed, and 10 others were injured, when a woman drove a truck through a youth soccer game at a city sports complex in Wichita, Kansas, Saturday afternoon, police said.

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Wichita Police Capt. Aaron Moses speaking outside the Stryker Sports Complex during a press conference in Wichita, Kan., on Oct. 17.

Hero FlyDubai pilot speaks for first time on in-flight attack

17 October 2026 at 18:54
The pilot who was at the controls of a FlyDubai plane when his co-pilot tried to down the aircraft is speaking out for the first time. NBC News’ Daniele Hamamdjian reports.

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The pilot who was at the controls of a FlyDubai plane when his co-pilot tried to down the aircraft is speaking out for the first time. NBC News’ Daniele Hamamdjian reports.

Neighbor of Oregon shooter describes “normal” teen, loud arguments

17 October 2026 at 18:48
The neighbor of the 16-year-old who officials say carried out a deadly attack at an Oregon elementary school said he seemed like a “normal dude,” and also told our team he heard loud arguments from the apartment. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

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The neighbor of the 16-year-old who officials say carried out a deadly attack at an Oregon elementary school said he seemed like a “normal dude,” and also told our team he heard loud arguments from the apartment. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

‘The house was toast’: Surf swallows California homes

17 October 2026 at 10:00
The worst of El Niño is still months away, but Southern California’s fragile coastline is already being transformed by record-setting king tides and storm surges.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

President Trump faces backlash over Russia sanctions relief

17 October 2026 at 19:05
President Trump was in Kentucky on Saturday, rallying for midterm candidates just weeks before Election Day. The President is facing new criticism, including from some in his party, for ordering sanctions relief for Russia, even as it continues to strike Ukraine. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports.

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President Trump was in Kentucky on Saturday, rallying for midterm candidates just weeks before Election Day. The President is facing new criticism, including from some in his party, for ordering sanctions relief for Russia, even as it continues to strike Ukraine. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor reports.

‘The house was toast’: Surf swallows California homes

17 October 2026 at 10:00
The worst of El Niño is still months away, but Southern California’s fragile coastline is already being transformed by record-setting king tides and storm surges.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

© Adam Amengual for NBC News

Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

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Homes, boardwalks and highways throughout Southern California are being swallowed by the ocean — and El Niño is just getting started.

Inside Ukraine's 'Kill Zone' where soldiers face swarming drones in new age of war

16 October 2026 at 22:06
The 'Kill Zone' runs along the 750-mile front between Ukraine and Russia and is about 20 miles wide. It's likely one of the deadliest places on earth right now, as swarms of new high-tech drones act as killing machines. NBC News' Richard Engel talks to Ukrainian soldiers fighting to survive in this new era of warfare.

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The 'Kill Zone' runs along the 750-mile front between Ukraine and Russia and is about 20 miles wide. It's likely one of the deadliest places on earth right now, as swarms of new high-tech drones act as killing machines. NBC News' Richard Engel talks to Ukrainian soldiers fighting to survive in this new era of warfare.

Father of two and teacher credited for saving lives at deadly school shooting that killed four

16 October 2026 at 19:19
Authorities tonight are crediting a father of two who happened to be driving by the school on his lunch break when he heard gun shots, along with a teacher who threw a cell phone and tackled the gunman, for saving lives. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

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Authorities tonight are crediting a father of two who happened to be driving by the school on his lunch break when he heard gun shots, along with a teacher who threw a cell phone and tackled the gunman, for saving lives. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.

Judge dismisses child sexual abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield

16 October 2026 at 18:59
A New Mexico judge dismissed child sexual abuse charges against "West Wing" and "Field of Dreams" actor Timothy Busfield over prosecutor misconduct. Busfield has repeatedly denied the allegations, describing them as lies motivated by revenge.

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A New Mexico judge dismissed child sexual abuse charges against "West Wing" and "Field of Dreams" actor Timothy Busfield over prosecutor misconduct. Busfield has repeatedly denied the allegations, describing them as lies motivated by revenge.

White House Press Secretary out after 5 days on the job

16 October 2026 at 18:50
Katie Zacharia had a rocky five days as White House Press Secretary with a single briefing that was widely panned followed by questions over her legal credentials. Now she is out from one of the highest profile posts of the Trump administration. NBC News’ Chief White House Correspondent Garrett Haake reports. 

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Katie Zacharia had a rocky five days as White House Press Secretary with a single briefing that was widely panned followed by questions over her legal credentials. Now she is out from one of the highest profile posts of the Trump administration. NBC News’ Chief White House Correspondent Garrett Haake reports. 

Immigrant ICE was seeking when it hit man with SUV has been dead since 2017, family says

16 October 2026 at 18:21
An immigrant rights group is calling for ICE to “come clean” about its pursuit of Jose Parra Hernández and to release bodycam video.

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The scene where Miguel Parra Hernández was struck by a vehicle driven by an ICE agent Saturday morning in Houston.

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The scene where Miguel Parra Hernández was struck by a vehicle driven by an ICE agent Saturday morning in Houston.
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Immigrant ICE was seeking when its agent hit a man with its SUV has been dead since 2017, family says

16 October 2026 at 18:21
An immigrant rights group is calling for ICE to “come clean” about its pursuit of Jose Parra Hernández and to release bodycam video.

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The scene where Miguel Parra Hernández was struck by a vehicle driven by an ICE agent Saturday morning in Houston.

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The scene where Miguel Parra Hernández was struck by a vehicle driven by an ICE agent Saturday morning in Houston.

'He pins the wings': Why Elon Musk's ex says she refused his millions

16 October 2026 at 17:45
As the “Musk” documentary hits theaters, Ashley St. Clair, former right-wing influencer and mother of one of Elon Musk’s children details why she’s chosen to speak out against the tech CEO.

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As the “Musk” documentary hits theaters, Ashley St. Clair, former right-wing influencer and mother of one of Elon Musk’s children details why she’s chosen to speak out against the tech CEO.

Oregon police say teacher tackled suspected shooter, who previously attended Silver Rail Elementary

16 October 2026 at 17:40
A teacher "fought" and "tackled" the suspected shooter by throwing her cell phone at him, according to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz. The victim, who has been identified as Griffin J. John II, previously attended Silver Rail Elementary. The investigation is still active and underway. 

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A teacher "fought" and "tackled" the suspected shooter by throwing her cell phone at him, according to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz. The victim, who has been identified as Griffin J. John II, previously attended Silver Rail Elementary. The investigation is still active and underway. 
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