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NBC Selected independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.Everything you need to know about Pattern Beauty’s latest (and potentially greatest) launchThis latest drop includes two new hair products, plus a brand-new styling tool.Aug. 15, 2026, 2:18 PM EDTAshley MorrisAssociate SEO…
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz faces criticism amid run for district long held by Black DemocratsWasserman Schultz has significant cash advantage over a divided Democratic primary field, but her decision to seek the seat in the first place has caused friction.Listen to this article00:0000:00Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla.Andrew Harnik / Getty Images fileAug. 15, 2026, 5:00…
Giant 180-foot statue of the Virgin Mary is inaugurated in a small Polish villageThe mega-tall Mary statue, funded by one of Poland’s wealthiest men, would tower over the famous Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00People gather near an enormous statue of the Virgin Mary that is…
Trump’s secret plane swap, and a long-awaited Tupac trial: The news quizHow closely have you been following the news about sports shakeups, summer sun and Senate seats?Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Leila Register / NBC News; Getty ImagesAug. 15, 2026, 5:15 AM EDTBy Josh FeldmanA pop star hits back at the White House,…
Adam Driver will play Mister Sinister and Inde Navarrette will go Rogue in Marvel’s ‘X-Men’ rebootThe announcements were the biggest news to emerge from Disney Entertainment’s D23 presentation that also brought updates on its forthcoming “Star Wars” titles.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Inde Navarrette; Adam Driver.Getty ImagesAug. 15, 2026, 9:59 AM EDT /…
Inside the Palestinian village under siege by Israeli settlers in the West Bank“They’ve decided to literally seize the house,” Mo Ridi told NBC News from Toledo, Ohio. Members of his family are among those trapped in Qusra by settlers who have cut off the water supply and electricity.Listen to this article00:0000:00Israeli settlers being chased by…
Trump and his top aide eye prospects for his new chief spokespersonWhite House press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s departure creates a vacancy in one of the administration’s most closely watched jobs — one that Trump often does himself.Listen to this article00:0000:00White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House…
Ukraine attacks Russia’s Samara industrial site as Kyiv ramps up long-range strikesUkraine’s longer-range attacks have increased dramatically this year, aiming to cut Moscow’s revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Aug. 15, 2026, 7:57 AM EDT / Source: The Associated PressBy The Associated…
Cardinals’ Joshua Báez hits 3 homers in his first 3 at-bats in historic major league debutCalled up from Triple-A Memphis before the game, Báez had 30 members of his family in attendance at Wrigley Field. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Joshua Báez of the St. Louis Cardinals hits his third home run during…
Taliban mark five years back in power in Afghanistan as aid groups warn of crisisDriven by droughts, deadly earthquakes and the deportation of Afghans from neighbouring states, Afghanistan’s humanitarian needs have reached a record level, aid officials warn.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00A convoy of Taliban security personnel take part in a parade…