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Former Obama speechwriter offers public speaking tips

Terry Szuplat shares public speaking lessons with new book, "Say It Well."
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Former presidential speechwriter Terry Szuplat speaks to ABC News' Linsey Davis on ABC News on March 7, 2024.
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Dozens injured after wagon overturns at apple orchard: Authorities

Three of the victims have life-threatening injuries, the sheriff said.
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The scene of a tractor accident involving two wagons at Bushel and a Peck Apple Orchard, Sept. 18, 2024, in Chippewa Falls, Wis.
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Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to criminal sex act charge

Weinstein appeared in a Manhattan courtroom for his arraignment Wednesday.
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Harvey Weinstein, center, appears in criminal court in New York, Sept. 18, 2024.
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Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new charge

Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty Wednesday to a new indictment charging him with criminal sex act in the first degree.
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Weinstein appeared in a Manhattan courtroom for his arraignment Wednesday.
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Firefighters nearing victory in battle against 3 massive wildfires near Los Angeles

The fires in the Los Angeles area have destroyed nearly 200 homes.
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Firefighers pull water hoses to put out a spot fire during the Bridge Fire in Wrightwood, Calif., Sept. 11, 2024.
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Experts divided on Instagram’s new teen safety features

Existing teen users will see their accounts switch to the new model within 60 days, according to Instagram head Adam Mosseri.
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Existing teen users will see their accounts switch to the new model within 60 days, according to Instagram head Adam Mosseri.
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Fed cuts interest rates a half point in landmark policy shift

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate a half of a percentage point on Wednesday in a landmark decision that dials back its years-long fight against inflation.
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VIDEO: Fed cuts interest rates a half point in landmark policy shift
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3 family members found shot to death at their home, no one in custody: Police

No one is in custody in connection with the homicides, police said.
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Police investigate a triple homicide at a home in Pawlet, Vermont.
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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting again. Here's what to know.

Officials have issues a volcano watch to residents due to the lava flow.
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This photo provided by the U.S. Geological Survey, captured during a Hawaiian Volcano Observatory helicopter flyover, Sept. 17, 2024, shows the eruption in Kilauea's middle East Rift Zone in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii.
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Family members found shot to death at their Vermont home: Police

A man, his wife and her 13-year-old son were found shot to death at their home in Pawlet, Vermont, state police said.
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A man, his wife and her 13-year-old son were found shot to death at their home in Pawlet, Vermont, state police said.
September 18

Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano erupts again

One of the world’s most active volcanos is erupting, prompting a volcano watch alert in surrounding areas.
September 18
Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano erupts again
September 18

Pilot on mission to save adorable baby seals

Jayson Biggins volunteers in the Vancouver area with organizations like the Island Wildlife Natural Care Center.
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Jayson Biggins volunteers in the Vancouver area with organizations like the Island Wildlife Natural Care Center.
September 18

2 wanted, one wearing pink shower cap, in stolen New York City subway crash

"It was an extremely foolish and reckless act," said a City Transit official.
September 18
The MTA New York City Subway logo is seen on a train at station, July 13, 2024, in New York.
September 18

Sean 'Diddy' Combs set for bail appeal hearing in sex trafficking indictment

The music mogul's attorney requested a $50 million bail package.
September 18
Sean "Diddy" Combs arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art of the In-Between, in New York City, U.S. on Jan. 5, 2017.  REUTERS/Lucas Jackson/File Photo
September 18

Sean 'Diddy' Combs 'has a big battle ahead,' ex-prosecutor says

ABC News legal contributor Matt Murphy discusses the headline-making case and his new book, "The Book of Murder."
September 18
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs 'has a big battle ahead,' ex-prosecutor says
September 18

Two people accused of stealing, crashing NYC subway train

Video shows the two suspects accused of entering and operating an unoccupied subway train in Queens before crashing it.
September 18
Video shows the two suspects accused of entering and operating an unoccupied subway train in Queens before crashing it.
September 18

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
September 18

Ohio Haitian immigrants say they are afraid to leave home after recent backlash

In Springfield, Ohio, Haitian immigrants claim they are terrified.
September 18
VIDEO: Explaining Trump's false claims about immigrants eating pets in Ohio
September 18

Harvey Weinstein to appear in Manhattan court for arraignment on new indictment

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office presented to the grand jury allegations of three separate women who said Weinstein sexually assaulted them.
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The Manhattan District Attorney's Office presented to the grand jury allegations of three separate women who said Weinstein sexually assaulted them.
September 18

Sarah Huckabee Sanders swipes at Kamala Harris for not having biological children

Huckabee Sanders said Harris "doesn't have anything keeping her humble."
September 18
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump, left, on stage with Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, right, during a town hall event at the Dort Financial Center, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024, in Flint, Mich.
September 18

Trump's new crypto venture is light on details, heavy on potential ethics landmines

The former president has thrown his support behind World Liberty Financial.
September 18
Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to a campaign rally at the Liacouras Center on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia.
September 17

ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Sean "Diddy" Combs enters not guilty plea as he faces federal charges; Governor of Ohio pushes back against false claims as bomb threats shut down schools; Instagram unveils teen accounts.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
September 17

Here's what's in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs indictment

The rapper faces charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.
September 17
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center on August 26, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
September 17

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty in court on multiple federal charges

Diddy pleads not guilty in court, Instagram launches new feature for teens and Amazon cancels remote work, requiring five-day work weeks for employees. Our panel weighs in on today's top headlines.
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VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty in court on multiple federal charges
September 17

Heated exchange at Senate Judiciary Committee hearing

Sen. John Kennedy probed the executive director of the Arab American Institute about support for Hamas and Hezbollah in a heated exchange at Tuesday's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
September 17
Sen. John Kennedy probed the executive director of the Arab American Institute about support for Hamas and Hezbollah in a heated exchange at Tuesday's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
September 17

Man, au pair charged in double murder of wife, man months apart

The family au pair, who he was having an affair with, was previously charged.
September 17
Brendan Banfield was indicted by a grand jury for aggravated murder in the February 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan.
September 17

Secret Service tells Trump more security, planning needed to continue golf outings

Florida is investigating the apparent assassination attempt made against Trump.
September 17
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump, looks on during a campaign rally on Sept. 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.
September 17

OceanGate CEO threw controller at co-worker on previous dive, witness says

David Lochridge testified at a Coast Guard hearing into the deadly implosion.
September 17
This undated image courtesy of OceanGate Expeditions, shows their Titan submersible beginning a descent.
September 17

Another Southern California community faces gas shutoffs amid landslide threat

Gov. Newsom announced a state of emergency in the area earlier this month.
September 17
A view of a large fissure that has opened up since February, damaging a  Portuguese Bend home after last winter's heavy rain in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., on Aug. 1, 2024.
September 17

Sean 'Diddy' Combs charged with sex trafficking, held without bail

Sean "Diddy" Combs was arrested at a Manhattan hotel on Monday night.
September 17
Music mogul and entrepreneur Sean "Diddy" Combs arrives at the Billboard Music Awards, May 15, 2022, in Las Vegas.
September 17

Schools reopen as search for suspect in Kentucky interstate shooting enters 11th day

"We will not live our lives in fear," said Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
September 17
In this photo released by the London Police Department, Joseph Couch is shown.
September 17

Gas prices dropping as summer ends

The price of gasoline has dropped about 13% since the 2024 peak in April, according to AAA.
September 17
The price of gasoline has dropped about 13% since the 2024 peak in April, according to AAA.
September 17

These states have abortion-related questions on the ballot this November

From Florida to Nevada, people will vote on reproductive rights issues.
September 17
In this April 13, 2024, file photo, po-abortion rights activists participate in the "Rally for Our Freedom" to protect abortion rights for Floridians, in Orlando, Fla.
September 17

Ex-officer who pleaded guilty on Tyre Nichols: 'He was helpless'

Emmitt Martin III testified that his unit often exaggerated what suspects did.
September 17
A photo of Tyre Nichols is displayed outside the sanctuary during church service at Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church on January 29, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee.
September 17

US attorneys address federal charges agasint Sean 'Diddy' Combs

The indictment against Combs alleges he led a racketeering conspiracy that engaged in sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.
September 17
VIDEO: US attorneys address federal charges agasint Sean 'Diddy' Combs
September 17

Last messages revealed from Titan submersible implosion

The Coast Guard is holding a two-week hearing on the deadly implosion.
September 17
Remotely operated vehicle image of the Titan submersible tail cone on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean presented by the U.S. Coast Guard during a marine board formal hearing inside the Charleston County Council Chambers, Sept. 16, 2024, in North Charleston, S.C.
September 17

Appeals court upholds sex crimes conviction of Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell

Maxwell was convicted in 2021 of grooming the girls who Epstein sexually abused.
September 17
Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at Cipriani Wall Street on March 15, 2005 in New York City.
September 17

Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with sex trafficking, racketeering charges in indictment

Federal prosecutors said Combs "abused, threatened, and coerced women and others around him to fulfill his sexual desires, protect his reputation, and conceal his conduct."
September 17
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with sex trafficking, racketeering charges in indictment
September 17

Florida Gov. DeSantis gives updates on the apparent assassination attempt on Trump

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will assign the case of the apparent assassination attempt on former President Trump to the office of statewide prosecutor under the state attorney general.
September 17
VIDEO: Florida Governor DeSantis gives updates on the apparent assassination attempt on Trump
September 17

Lawsuits and allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs: Timeline

The lawsuits contain allegations Combs has largely and vehemently denied.
September 17
Sean Combs arrives at the Met Gala in the Manhattan borough of New York, May 7, 2018.
September 17

Virginia man charged in wife’s murder

Brendan Banfield was indicted by a grand jury for aggravated murder in the February 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan.
September 17
Brendan Banfield was indicted by a grand jury for aggravated murder in the February 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan.
September 17

Secret Service jumped on top of Trump during assassination attempt, golf partner says

Steve Witkoff was with Trump during the apparent assassination attempt.
September 17
Steve Witkoff appears on "Good Morning America," on Sept. 17, 2024.
September 17

Who is responsible for Matthew Perry's death?

"IMPACT x Nightline" looks at players connected to actor's ketamine addiction.
September 17
VIDEO:  Two doctors, 'ketamine queen' charged in overdose death of actor Matthew Perry
September 17

Trump Arlington cemetery incident still under investigation: Sources

The Army has said it considers the matter closed.
September 17
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump at a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Aug. 26, 2024, in Arlington, Va.
September 16

ABC News Live Prime: Monday, September 16, 2024

Officials release new information on the apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump; Springfield, Ohio officials try to debunk conspiracy theories; rapper Eve on life, career and new memoir.
September 16
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Monday, September 16, 2024
September 16

Baby gets stuck in doggy door after trying to follow pooch outside

This 11-month-old baby found herself stuck in a doggy door after trying to follow the family pooch, Lulu, out of their home in Novato, California.
September 16
VIDEO: Baby gets stuck in doggy door after trying to follow pooch outside
September 16

Retired Secret Service agent on FBI investigating apparent assassination attempt

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with retired Secret Service agent Don Mihalek about the FBI's investigation into the apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump.
September 16
VIDEO: Retired Secret Service agent on FBI investigating apparent assassination attempt
September 16

Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio, under threat after debunked comments

ABC News' Terry Moran speaks with Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, about how they are coping with baseless claims, one of which alleges they are to blame for missing pets.
September 16
VIDEO: Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio, under threat after debunked comments
September 16

Lieutenant testifies in officers' Tyre Nichols case

The three accused officers, who face life in prison, have pleaded not guilty.
September 16
A photo of Tyre Nichols is displayed outside the sanctuary during church service at Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church on January 29, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee.
September 16

Lawyers spar over evidence ahead of Smartmatic's defamation case against Newsmax

The voting company claims Newsmax aired false reports about the 2020 election.
September 16
A Newsmax microphone is seen during the third day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, July 17, 2024.