The National Weather Service has warned of a significant heat wave sweeping across a large portion of the United States this week. As July Fourth approaches, temperatures will climb, exacerbated by high humidity. Regions Affected Residents in the lower Great Lakes, mid-Atlantic, as well as the Mississippi and Ohio River valleys will experience several days...
Hot dogs are a popular summertime food, and preparing them seems simple. However, there are various methods to cook this staple, each with different results. Chef Kenji López-Alt, a James Beard Award winner and cookbook author, offers some helpful advice. Choosing the Right Hot Dog López-Alt emphasizes starting your hot dog journey at the supermarket....
The Buffalo Bills’ new stadium, which took three years to construct at a cost of $2.1 billion, will not feature former running back O.J. Simpson. The Highmark Stadium boasts a Wall of Fame dedicated to honoring past team legends, but Simpson’s absence is notable. According to NBC affiliate WGRZ, Pete Guelli, the team’s president of...
Authorities in Jackson, Mississippi are investigating a tragic incident involving a triple homicide. This took place in the 300 block of Queen Alexandria Lane, as reported on Sunday, June 28, 2026. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers received a call around 10:10 p.m. on Saturday night. The call reported an aggravated assault at the...
The bodies of three firefighters were transported to a Colorado airport by helicopter, where their soot-covered colleagues took them to the coroner’s office. Wildfires are ravaging the arid Southwest following a warm winter. According to the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, three firefighters died on Saturday, and two were injured in a blaze sweeping the Utah-Colorado...
Good morning. Every week, the Metropolitan Diary column in our newsletter attracts a wide readership. This column features snapshots of distinct New York experiences shared by readers. The Times has been publishing Metropolitan Diary for 50 years. In marking this milestone, we engaged celebrities to tell their own stories. Pictures of lovers arguing on sidewalks,...
The Historic Round of 32 Match South Africa takes on Canada in Los Angeles for the first round-of-32 match in World Cup history. Canada’s 2-0 defeat to Switzerland saw them qualify as runners-up of Group B. They’ll face South Africa, Group A runners-up, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The victor will compete against either...
Forecasters predict a significant heat wave is set to develop across central and eastern parts of the United States, with warnings of temperatures reaching 100 degrees or higher in certain areas. This extreme weather is expected to extend into the Fourth of July weekend. According to Marc Chenard, a meteorologist at the Weather Prediction Center,...
Wes Thorn demonstrated his wood art techniques, sharing insights at the inaugural Sand + Steel Art Fest in Valparaiso. A resident of Portage, Thorn worked with 120 grit sandpaper, sanding wooden edges for painting and assembly. ‘It’s cheaper than therapy,’ Thorn quipped, referring to his artistic process. Melissa Dombrowski from Crown Point, along with her...
Each June, public attention turns to the U.S. Supreme Court as it delivers key decisions. These rulings begin with a structured legal process that mostly occurs out of public view. The procedure includes strict gatekeeping rules, private conferences, written briefs, oral arguments, and eventually, the announcement of an opinion. The Agenda-Setting Process The Supreme Court...