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By the Numbers: One-third of waking hours spent on mobile devices
A new study finds that Americans spend on average more than four hours on mobile devices, and that time keeps increasing. ABC News Live Prime,…
US announces diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics l WNT
The White House cited China’s human rights records as a reason for why the U.S. will not send an official delegation to the Winter Olympic…
NFL players take a knee, raise fists during national anthem
Several player demonstrations took place during the preseason games after the NFL said it will not discipline players for protests. source
Mega Millions soars to $1 billion for first time in game’s history
The Powerball jackpot has reached $470 million. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/2pYXKfT WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: http://abc.go.com/shows/world-news-tonight…
Red Sox and Dodgers play longest game in World Series history
The L.A. Dodgers defeat the Boston Red Sox, 3-2, in Game 3 of the World Series. source
Protests, Golden Games, wild birds and COVID-19 impact: World in Photos, May 10
A look at the top photos from around the globe. source
NBA promoting vaccinations as playoffs begin
The Brooklyn Nets set up vaccination sites near the Barclays Center as the team hosts playoff games. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM…
The CEO of the Tokyo Olympics is not ruling out a last-minute cancellation of the games | ABC News
The CEO of the Tokyo Olympics is not ruling out a last-minute cancellation of the games due to rising COVID-19 cases. ABC News anchor Amy…
Skateboarding prodigy dreams of landing 1260 following X Games gold
ABC News’ Andrew Dymburt speaks with 12-year-old Gui Khury, the first to land a 1080 on a vert ramp, which made him the youngest ever…
Simone Biles withdraws from another Olympic gymnastics final
The gymnast heralded as the “greatest of all time” announced she would not compete in the individual all-around final. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at…
Simone Biles pulls out of Olympic team gymnastics final
Team USA ended up winning the silver medal. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM & 11AM EST WATCH the ABC News Live Stream:…
What’s next for Simone Biles after pulling out of 2 events
Plus, Katie Ledecky takes gold in Olympics swimming as COVID-19 and sweltering heat raise concerns. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM & 11AM…
Olympics, Turkey fire and drought: World in Photos, Aug. 3
A look at the top photos from around the globe. source
By the Numbers: Team USA strikes gold
The U.S. Olympic team finished with the most gold medals and the most overall medals in the Tokyo Summer Games. source
Wildfires, Hurricane Ida and Paralympic Games: World in Photos, Aug. 31
A look at the top photos from around the globe. source
NBA won’t pay unvaccinated players who miss games
ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith discusses the NBA vaccination rate and the hesitancy of a few of its stars. SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://bit.ly/2vZb6yP Watch…
‘Squid Game’s’ global popularity has real-life ripple effects
The South Korean dystopian thriller series has taken the world by storm, causing Vans shoes similar to the ones worn on the show to dramatically…
The NHL is back
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman discusses the return to ESPN and how the league is enforcing COVID-19 protocols to make games safe. WATCH the ABC News…
Warriors minority owner Mark Stevens banned from NBA games and fined for pushing Raptors player
Mark Stevens, who owns part of the Golden State Warriors, shoved Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry during Game 3 in Oakland after Lowry chased a…
Women’s World Cup kicks off in France
The U.S. team begins their bid for a second straight title. #WorldCup #USWNT #Soccer #ABCNews #Sports source