Seven signal pings believed to be from the submarine ARA San Juan, which has been missing since Wednesday when communications broke down, are giving Argentine officials hope that the crew can still be saved. Argentine Defense Minister Oscar Aguad tweeted out the news Saturday night, confirming that the 44 crew […]
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US general says nuclear launch order can be refused
The top officer at U.S. Strategic Command said Saturday an order from President Donald Trump or any of his successors to launch nuclear weapons can be refused if that order is determined to be illegal. Air Force Gen. John Hyten, commander of Strategic Command, told a panel at the Halifax […]
US deploying assets to help rescue missing Argentine submarine
The U.S. Navy and Air Force are answering the calls by the Argentine government by deploying more resources into the massive rescue mission already underway to locate a missing Argentine submarine with 44 crew members aboard, Pentagon officials told ABC News. On Saturday, the Undersea Rescue Comand, or URC, shipped […]
Vehicle found in hunt for gunman in traffic stop killing of Pennsylvania cop
Police have found a vehicle they believe was involved in the killing of a Pennsylvania cop during a traffic stop, officials said today. “We were able to find and seize the vehicle that we believe to be involved in this incident,” New Kensington Police Chief James Klein said. “The investigation […]
27 injured, others unaccounted for after massive fire at senior living center
More than two dozen people were injured while others remain unaccounted for after a massive fire engulfed a senior living facility west of Philadelphia on Thursday night, authorities said. The five-alarm fire at Barclay Friends Senior Living Community in West Chester, about 35 miles from Philadelphia, began just before 11 […]
Thousands in Zimbabwe protest President Mugabe after military moves against him
Thousands of Zimbabweans marched through the capital on Saturday demanding that President Robert Mugabe step down, days after the military placed the longtime ruler under house arrest. Euphoric crowds gathered near the State House where Zimbabweans cheered, danced, waved flags and hugged soldiers who were stationed outside the government building […]
Harassment claims shine light on California Capitol partying
California’s Capitol is awash in allegations of sexual harassment, creating an atmosphere that’s affecting how men and women interact. Holding meetings over drinks or winding down at a bar after a hectic day in the Legislature is a regular part of business in Sacramento, where policymaking and deal-cutting often depend […]
Breaking down Trump’s and his inner circle’s reactions to Roy Moore and Al Franken
White House officials have pushed back against the suggestion that the president has not directly addressed the sexual misconduct allegations against Senate candidate Roy Moore while quickly responding to the allegation against Sen. Al Franken. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said today it would be “inaccurate” to suggest that […]
Honda recalls 900,000 Odyssey minivans; 2nd row seat may tip
Honda is recalling about 900,000 of its Odyssey minivans because the second-row seats may tip forward if not properly latched. The recall announced Saturday covers vehicles from the 2011-17 model years. About 800,000 of the affected minivans were sold in the United States. Honda says it has received 46 reports […]
US warship collides with Japanese tug boat, latest mishap for the Navy’s 7th Fleet
A U.S. warship collided with a Japanese commercial tug boat in Japan’s Sagami Bay on Saturday, marking the fifth time this year that a ship in the U.S. Navy’s 7th Fleet in the Pacific has been involved in a crash. The Japanese tug boat lost propulsion and drifted into the […]