Scorched by Maui wildfire, historic Lahaina banyan tree appears still standing
The magnificent tree is the size of a city block, the product of doting efforts by the Lahaina's residents. Aerial footage shows the tree charred but still standing amid a downtown devastated by fire. #press
Recovery on Maui could take years, officials say, as the death toll rises again
Officials say it could take years — or longer — to repair the damage from this week's wildfires that devastated parts of Maui, claimed dozens of lives and razed a historic town. #press
Weekly news quiz: From Beyoncé to Clarence Thomas and more rogue animals
It's all money, money, money in this week's news quiz, from Beyoncé's tour dropping $100,000 on something to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas reportedly accepting more gifts from billionaires. #press
Ford is losing a lot of money in electric cars — but CEO Jim Farley is charging ahead
In a wide-ranging interview, Ford's CEO shares his thoughts about his company's ramp-up in electric cars and the state of charging. (He's very happy about that Tesla deal, too.) #press
The Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how to watch
The Perseid meteor shower sends bright streaks shooting across the night sky. Stargazers can watch the shower peak this weekend, but the key, experts say, will be patience. #press
Parliament of the World's Religions seeks understanding and action
The Parliament of the World's Religions is about to begin in Chicago. The first Parliament took place in 1893 and is considered the beginning of the modern interfaith movement. #press
Ecuador arrests 6 Colombians in slaying of presidential candidate
Ecuador's evolution into a major drug trafficking hub and the ensuing surge of violence weighs on the nation following the killing of a presidential candidate whose life's work was to fight crime. #press
Supreme Court temporarily blocks $6 billion Purdue Pharma-Sackler bankruptcy
Supreme Court's decision to review the controversial bankruptcy deal involving the maker of Oxycontin means the settlement will remain on hold at least through December. #press
Atlantic hurricane season is now predicted to be 'above-normal' this year, NOAA says
The Atlantic hurricane season is now projected to have "above-normal level of activity" according to an updated forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. #press
San Francisco has lots of self-driving cars. They're driving first responders nuts
It hard to miss self-driving cars and their rooftop sensors in San Francisco. But now they're facing unexpected resistance from the city's police and fire departments. #press
How much should a mother divulge to her daughters? Ann Patchett weighs it up
In the new novel Tom Lake, a mother bonds with her daughters who are home for the pandemic. But how much of her past is she expected to share? #press
Here's where inflation stands today — and why it's raising hope about the economy
Consumer prices rose 3.2% in July from a year ago, higher than the 3% gain seen in June — but it was largely due to math. Overall, inflation continues to ease, raising optimism about the economy. #press
The Biden administration is seeking billions in additional funding for Ukraine
The funding request for Ukraine could set up a showdown with Congress, where far-right Republicans as well as the left of the Democratic Party are skeptical of additional funding for the conflict. #press
Special counsel proposes a trial date for Trump Jan. 6 case
The special counsel's office has proposed that a federal judge set Jan. 2, 2024 as the start of former President Donald Trump's trial on charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. #press
More endangered red wolves will be released in the U.S. under a legal settlement
There were only an estimated seven red wolves left in the wild when a coalition of conservation organizations decided to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. #press
Iran has moved some American prisoners to house arrest — a step to possible release
The move raises prospects of a prisoner swap, and comes amid months of diplomacy between Europe, the U.S. and Iran via mediators. #press
Inside Russia's attempts to hack Ukrainian military operations
Ukrainian officials say Russian hackers remain focused on infiltrating military planning operations. That includes seizing and trying to crack tablets used on the on the front lines by officers. #press
Thomas accepted more gifts from billionaire benefactors, new ProPublica report says
The conservative justice took at least 38 vacations, 26 private jet flights, eight flights by helicopter, a dozen VIP passes to sporting events and stays at luxury resorts, according to ProPublica. #press
Getting clear prices for hospital care could get easier under a proposed rule
The Biden administration wants hospitals to do more to make their prices understandable, so that consumers know in advance what a health care service will cost them. #press
Inflation got a little higher in July as prices for rent and gas spiked
Consumer prices rose 3.2% in July from a year ago, up slightly from the 3% annual rise see in June — but still within analyst expectations #press
