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CHICAGO—Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance onstage at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, walking out to a Beyoncé song and eliciting a roar from the crowd.Decked out in a tan suit (Chloé, according to The New York Times), the Democratic presidential nominee delivered brief remarks. She began by thanking President Joe Biden for his “historic leadership” and “lifetime of service” to the nation.“Tonight I see the beauty of our great nation,” Harris continued. “People from every corner of our country and every walk of life are here, united by our shared vision for the future of our...

Kamala Harris Walks Out to Beyoncé and a Standing Ovation During DNC Debut

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Behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ persona as “Momala” are her two stepchildren: Cole and Ella Emhoff. And the two of them are increasingly stepping into the limelight. The youngest members of the second family, Cole, 29, and Ella, 25, are the children of second gentleman Doug Emhoff,...

Who are Cole and Ella Emhoff? Harris' stepchildren step into the spotlight

During Kerry Washington's speech at the DNC, she highlighted how "some" don't know how to pronounce Vice President Kamala Harris' name correctly. Harris' great-nieces Amara and Leela Ajagu joined her to teach the audience how to pronounce it correctly.

Harris' great-nieces teach DNC audience how to pronounce Kamala

Nicole Shanahan, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate, said in a new interview that the Kennedy-Shanahan campaign faces a choice between staying in the presidential race — which would "risk" helping Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris win — or dropping out to "join forces" with former President Donald Trump.

RFK Jr.'s running mate outlines 'two options': Drop out and back Trump or 'risk' Harris win

ABC News

Rep. Maxwell Frost, the first member of Gen Z elected to Congress, talked about climate change during his remarks.

DNC 2024 Day 4 live updates: Harris says she will 'fight for America's future'

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The late actor/musician Ricky Nelson had been performing since almost the day he was born. Nelson's parents, Ozzie and Harriet Nelson were also talented and in the public eye. Together, the former band leader and vocalist wife, joined Ricky and their other son, David Nelson, to star in the TV sitcom, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.

The Tragic Death of Former Teen Idol Ricky Nelson of TV's Classic 'Ozzie and Harriet' Sitcom

The largest diamond found in more than a century has been unearthed at a mine in Botswana, and the country’s president showed off the fist-sized stone to the world at a viewing ceremony Thursday. The Botswana government says the huge 2,492-carat diamond is the second-biggest ever discovered in a...

Biggest diamond in over a century is found in Botswana — a whopping 2,492 carats

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Former President Donald Trump suggests President Joe Biden might attempt to reclaim the Democratic nomination from Kamala Harris at the upcoming DNC.

'Crooked' Joe Biden May Attempt 'Taking Back Nomination' From Kamala Harris At DNC, Donald Trump Claims

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John Russell, content creator from West Virginia, spoke at the Democratic National Convention, arguing in support of clean energy. “Trump, a billionaire, says that he'll take on the elites, but then he promises handouts to big oil, and he punches down at anyone with the guts to be different,” Russell said.

Content creator John Russell makes the case for clean energy at DNC

Chicago, IL

Kristen Welker anchors Meet the Press NOW live from the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) discusses the historic nature of Vice President Kamala Harris' candidacy. NBC News Senior Political Reporter Alex Seitz-Wald reports on how pro-Palestine protesters are responding to being being denied a speaking slot at the DNC. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) responds to former President Donald Trump's comments that his strategy is not geared towards turning out supporters to vote.

Meet the Press NOW — August 22

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The first day of the Democratic National Convention was filled with notable moments all in support of Vice President Kamala Harris' historic presidential run.

DNC Night 1: The Moments Everyone's Still Talking About

Former President Barack Obama attacked former President Donald Trump in his speech at the Democratic National Convention. Obama used humor to criticize Trump for his name calling and spreading of misinformation, while also questioning his “weird obsession” with crowd sizes.

Obama calls Trump a ‘78-year-old billionaire’ with a leaf blower outside America’s window

Television host and producer Oprah WInfrey addresses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Oprah Winfrey endorsing Kamala Harris at DNC: This election isn't 'us and them, it's you and me'

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

New York City, NY

Wealthy businessman Timothy Mellon and former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg wrote huge, eight-figure checks in July to support major Republican and Democratic super PACs, respectively, gearing up for the 2024 election. Mellon, who donated $50 million in May to Make America Great Again Inc., the super PAC that supports...

Billionaires Timothy Mellon and Mike Bloomberg inject massive sums into 2024 super PACs

Maine State

Phillips, ME

PHILLIPS, Maine — As most of his fellow Democrats prepared to gather in Chicago to celebrate the historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris, Rep. Jared Golden was looking for empty hands to shake or ply with cold beer along a small-town parade route Friday. “You got my vote!”...

Far from the convention, a Democrat runs from Harris and hands out beer in rural Maine

Wilmington, DE

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — President Biden is known almost as well for his well-documented love of ice cream as he is for his roots in Delaware.He got a taste of both this week when someone brought him a milkshake — triple thick, black and white, according to his Instagram — from Wilmington, Delaware, to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris got one, too."What's better than one triple thick, black and white milkshake after a convention speech?" the post says. "A second to share with a friend."In the video, Biden gushes over the shake, noting that...

Biden, Harris enjoy milkshakes from Charcoal Pit at DNC

Atwater, CA

A principal in Atwater, California, is on leave after a parent posted video of him dancing with a mascot at a rally, leading some to question whether it was inappropriate and unprofessional. Video of the back-to-school event last week at Buhach Colony High School showed Principal Robert Nunes running his...

California principal on leave after parent posts video of administrator's 'weird' dance with mascot

Detroit, MI

The family of a Michigan teen who was handcuffed and jailed after she fell asleep in a Detroit courtroom earlier this month sued the judge who presided over the measures, accusing him of violating her civil rights in a federal lawsuit filed Wednesday. The 56-page complaint, filed in U.S. District...

Family of Michigan teen sues judge who ordered her handcuffed after she fell asleep in courtroom

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Watch balloons drop at DNC after Harris concludes rousing speech

Thousands of balloons filled with confetti dropped at the Democratic...

Watch balloons drop at DNC after Harris concludes rousing speech

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