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Once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse sweeps across EuropeExternal Link
The moon passed directly in front of the sun Wednesday, briefly turning day into twilight as crowds from Iceland to Spain looked up in awe at the rare celestial spectacle. NBC News’ Gadi Schwartz reports. 
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:13:37 GMT
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Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for $12 billionExternal Link
The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly for a $12.5 billion. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the new ownership group buying the franchise that had just been bought in late 2025. 
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:21:34 GMT
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Two killed in military helicopter crash in TexasExternal Link
Two soldiers died after the military helicopter they were in crashed into a field in Texas, northwest of Austin. It's unclear what caused the Apache chopper, based at Fort Hood, to go down Wednesday afternoon. The crash also sparked a large fire, forcing some evacuations. NBC News' Morgan Chesky reports.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:07:08 GMT
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Witness video of Madison police killing raises questions of why lethal force was usedExternal Link
Local authorities said that the matter is being investigated and that the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:25:29 GMT
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Single ticket bought in Illinois wins $1 billion Powerball jackpotExternal Link
To the tens of thousands and likely more dreaming about a $1 billion Powerball win, the anticipation is over: Someone who bought a ticket in Illinois won it all.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:53:23 GMT
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