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Today in History: December 8, U.S. enters World War II

Dec. 08, 2024 00:14 AM EST

Today is Sunday, Dec. 8, the 343rd day of 2024. There are 23 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 8, 1941, the United States entered World War II as Congress declared war against Imperial Japan a day after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Also on...

Trump names new point person for negotiating the release of hostages, detainees abroad

Dec. 04, 2024 13:17 PM EST

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday named a health care executive to serve as his administration's lead hostage negotiator at a time when the U.S. is trying to secure the release of prisoners in Gaza and other regions around the world. Adam Boehler will...

Today in History: October 18, ‘Mr. October’ hits three homers to clinch World Series

Oct. 18, 2024 00:03 AM EDT

Today is Friday, Oct. 18, the 292nd day of 2024. There are 74 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 18, 1977, Reggie Jackson hit three home runs in Game 6 of the World Series to lead the New York Yankees to an 8-4 win and a 4-2 Series victory over the Los...