Pro-Palestinian protesters clashed with law enforcement during an after-party for Vice President Kamala Harris’ rally in New York City. Protesters were heard yelling, “You set Palestine on fire,” in video footage lining the street after the rally.Demonstrators unleashed smoke bombs outside the Kamala Harris rally, creating a chaotic scene in Harlem. Neither Harris nor her…

Medical researchers are predicting a significant rise in cancer cases and deaths among men by the year 2050. Cancer-related deaths are projected to nearly double, rising from 5.4 million in 2022 to 10.5 million in 2050, representing a 93% increase. New findings published in an American Cancer Society journal suggest that globally, cancer cases among…

Wildfires on the outskirts of Athens, Greece, prompted urgent evacuations as the fires killed at least one person and forced thousands from their homes. So far, the fire burned about 100,000 acres. Authorities continue to evacuate affected areas as the fires spread. Officials reported that fires started in 40 different locations on Monday, Aug. 12,…

Regular, heavy marijuana use could increase the risk for head and neck cancers. A new study shows people who used cannabis on a daily basis over years were up to 5% more likely to develop these kinds of cancers. Researchers found those with cannabis use disorder are particularly at risk. Cannabis use disorder is diagnosed…

There are signs of recovery one year after the deadly fires on the island of Maui, Hawaii. But there is a long road ahead for many who call the town of Lahaina home.  Reportedly, 102 people were killed in the fast moving firestorm. It was the deadliest fire in the U.S. in over a century.…

Israel Defense Forces confirmed on Tuesday, July 30, that it launched a retaliatory strike against a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. The Israeli military claims that the commander is responsible for killing 12 children and teens in Israeli-controlled Golan Heights as they played soccer on Saturday, July 27. Hezbollah denies responsibility for the deadly attack, but…

With just hours to go before the Olympics opening ceremony, arson attacks disrupted traffic on France’s high-speed train lines. And following a Supreme Court ruling banning sleeping in public spaces, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to remove homeless encampments. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, July 26, 2024. Arson attacks disrupt train travel ahead…

A wildfire in Oregon is now the largest active blaze in the U.S., sending smoke into neighboring states and creating air quality issues across the west. Crews are now preparing for another storm bringing potential lightning and flash floods. The fire has rapidly expanded due to high temperatures and dry conditions, increasing tens of thousands…

From President Joe Biden’s declining health to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, there’s been a series of major political developments in the United States that might impact the results of the November election. These developments have led to renewed confusion, concern and debate regarding which candidate might win, and in the Democrats’ case, which…

Every year 1.8 million new cases of cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. and roughly 600,000 people die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Now, a new study shows nearly half of cancer-related deaths could be avoided. The American Cancer Society (ACS) looked at national data to figure out how many cancer cases…