Tuesday is the 79th anniversary of the D-Day operation, when Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in Nazi-occupied France during World War II.
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The Lyrids meteor shower will peak this weekend. Here’s how to see the fireballs.
The Lyrids meteor shower is active for two weeks and will peak this weekend. Here’s how to watch and when to look for peak shower activity.
US, Mexico officials search for 3 US sailors missing for 11 days, were on way to San Diego
Kerry O’Brien, Frank O’Brien and William Gross were last heard from on April 4 – near Mazatlán, Mexico, the U.S. Coast Guard said on Friday.
The Titanic sank into the Atlantic Ocean 111 years ago today. Here are rare photos of the ship.
The Titanic collided with an iceberg on the night of April 14, 1912. In the early hours of April 15, the ship sank beneath the Atlantic Ocean.
$476 million Mega Millions jackpot won in New York, 13th largest prize in lottery game’s history
The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to an estimated $476 million, with a cash option of $253.1 million, Friday. A ticket sold in New York won it all.
Suspect in fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee knew victim, police say
A San Francisco official said the suspect was apprehended in Emeryville, a San Francisco suburb, after the fatal stabbing of Bob Lee this month.
NPR quits Twitter after ‘state-affiliated media,’ ‘government-funded media’ labels
NPR is leaving Twitter after the social media platform labeled the independent news outlet as “state affiliated” and later “government funded” media.
Premade salads, lettuce products recalled over possible Listeria contamination, health risks
Meijer lettuce and salad kits sold under multiple brand names were recalled over possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination and health risks.
Why is Easter celebrated with eggs? What to know about the holiday’s origins and how it’s changed
In Christianity, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Here’s what to know about the history of the holy day and how people celebrate.
What’s open and closed on Good Friday? What to know about bank, school and mail service hours
Good Friday is not a federal holiday, and many people will be scheduled to work regular hours. But it’s recognized as a state holiday in some states.