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05/12/2021

Man saves driver after car plunges into canal in Florida

A security guard came to the rescue of a driver whose car plunged into a canal in Miami-Dade County in Florida, jumping into the water to save him. https://abcn.ws/3odksxW

05/12/2021

Dutch club Ajax melts league trophy into star gifts for fans

Ajax has melted down its league trophy to give a tiny silver star to all 42,000 season-ticket holders who were locked out of games during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ajax has melted down its league trophy to give a tiny silver star to all 42,000 season-ticket holders who were locked out of games during the coronavirus pandemic

05/12/2021

Phylicia Rashad named dean of Howard University's College of Fine Arts

Actress Phylicia Rashad, who famously played Clair Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," previously graduated magna cm laude with a bachelor's degree in fine arts from Howard University.

Howard University announced Wednesday that the award-winning actress will serve as the dean of its recently reestablished College of Fine Arts.

05/12/2021

Victoria's Secret to be spun off a year after sale collapsed

A year after an agreement to sell Victoria's Secret fell apart as the pandemic emptied malls nationwide, the chain will be spun off by its owner to become a separate company.

05/12/2021

Pres. Biden delivers remarks on COVID-19 response

WATCH LIVE: Pres. Biden delivers remarks on COVID-19 response, vaccination program. https://abcn.ws/2NcY0XZ

05/12/2021

'Mike Tyson: The Knockout' premieres May 25 on ABC

IN 13 DAYS.

The climb.

The crash.

The comeback.

"Mike Tyson: The Knockout" premieres May 25 on ABC and next day on Hulu.

05/12/2021

Biden and McConnell may be friends, but can they cut a deal?

The two players in the most important relationship in Washington finally are ready for a face-to-face meeting.

The two players in the most important relationship in Washington finally are ready for a face-to-face meeting

05/12/2021

Manchin to support measured voting reform in lieu of sweeping Democratic proposal

EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Joe Manchin is breaking with Democrats and throwing his weight behind a less far-reaching voting rights bill in lieu of the sweeping Democratic proposal, he tells Rachel Scott.

Sen. Joe Manchin is breaking with Democrats and throwing his weight behind a more measured voting rights bill in lieu of the sweeping Democratic voting reform bill.

05/12/2021

UN raises global economic forecast to 5.4% growth in 2021

The United Nations has responded to the rebounding Chinese and U.S. economies by revising its global economic forecast upward to 5.4% for 2021.

The United Nations has responded to the rebounding Chinese and U.S. economies by revising its global economic forecast upward to 5.4% for 2021

05/12/2021

An independent panel of advisers to the CDC voted to recommend the Pfizer vaccine for use in children ages 12 to 15. abcn.ws/3uHevvW

An independent panel of advisers to the CDC voted to recommend the Pfizer vaccine for use in children ages 12 to 15. abcn.ws/3uHevvW

05/12/2021

Japan's Toyota says profit soared in Jan-March amid pandemic

Toyota says its profit more than doubled to 777 billion yen, or $7 billion, in the last quarter as the Japanese automaker’s sales recovered from the pandemic.

Toyota says its profit more than doubled to 777 billion yen, or $7 billion, in the last quarter as the Japanese automaker’s sales recovered from the pandemic

05/12/2021

Number of children traveling alone at border eases in April

The number of unaccompanied children encountered on the U.S. border with Mexico in April eased from an all-time high a month earlier, while more adults are coming without families.

The number of unaccompanied children encountered on the U.S. border with Mexico in April eased from an all-time high a month earlier, while more adults are coming without families

05/12/2021

COVID-19 pet boom has veterinarians backlogged, burned out

Burnout and fatigue are such a concern for vets dealing with a COVID-fueled pet boom, that some practices are hiring counselors to support their weary staff.

Veterinarians nationwide are dealing with a COVID-19 pet boom

05/12/2021

CDC panel votes to recommend vaccine for children ages 12 to 15

BREAKING: An independent panel of advisers to the CDC voted to recommend the Pfizer vaccine for use in children ages 12 to 15.

05/12/2021

Times Square shooting suspect arrested by US Marshals in Florida

The suspected shooter who in opened fire in Times Square over the weekend and wounded three people, including a 4-year-old girl, has been arrested in Florida by U.S. Marshals, police sources told ABC News.

The suspected shooter who in opened fire in Times Square over the weekend and left three injured has been arrested in Florida by U.S. Marshals.

05/12/2021

Fisherman rescued from fishing vessel off Oregon coast

A fisherman was rescued from a commercial fishing vessel off the Oregon coast.

A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter transferred the man, who was experiencing fatigue and difficulty breathing, to medical personnel on shore before he was taken to a hospital. https://abcnews.go.com/

05/12/2021

Latest headlines with ABC News Live

WATCH LIVE: Our ABC News team breaks down what you need to know about House Republicans voting to remove Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney from her House GOP leadership position. abcn.ws/3y5np8m

05/12/2021

Sec. Buttigieg on fuel pipeline attack: 'We recognize the concern'

"We recognize the concern that is out there, and that's we haven't wasted any time to get into action," Transportaton Sec. Pete Buttigieg tells ABC News White House Correspondent Mary Bruce on a cybersecurity attack targeting operators of a major East Coast fuel pipeline. https://abcn.ws/3eE9C0P

05/12/2021

Trucks crash on highway, spilling liquid egg yolk

Eight trucks crashed near the Italian city of Parma, leaving one driver with a minor injury—and liquid egg yolk spilled all across the highway. https://bit.ly/3biWgoD

05/12/2021

AG Garland testifies Jan. 6 insurrection was 'most dangerous threat to our democracy'

Attorney General Merrick Garland testifies that the Jan. 6 insurrection was the “most dangerous threat to our democracy.” https://bit.ly/33CVleH

Attorney General Merrick Garland and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas are set to testify in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee on Wednesday.

05/12/2021

Long lines form outside gas stations after cyberattack forces pipeline shutdown

People waited in long lines outside gas stations on Tuesday amid fears of shortages after a cyberattack forced the shutdown of a major gas pipeline in the U.S. that supplies 45% of all fuel consumed on the East Coast. https://abcn.ws/3eB87Rd

05/12/2021

Norwegian CEO 'optimistic' they can reach compromise over DeSantis vaccine proof ban

"At the end of the day, we have the same goal in mind to restart cruising safely for our guests in an excellent way with a fantastic product."

Norwegian CEO 'optimistic' they can reach compromise over DeSantis vaccine proof ban

05/12/2021

Death toll rises as violence escalates between Israel, Hamas

Death toll rises to new heights as deadly confrontations continued unabated between Israel's military and Hamas.

Tensions in the Middle East have risen to new heights as deadly confrontations continued unabated Wednesday between Israel's military and Hamas.

05/12/2021

Dr. Fauci: "If we continue to vaccinate people...we will begin to return to normality"

Dr. Anthony Fauci: "I feel confident that if we continue to vaccinate people at the rate that we're doing...we will begin to return to normality that all of us desire so much." https://abcn.ws/3f8tok9

05/12/2021

Dust devil spotted in Saskatchewan, Canada

DUST DEVIL: A police air support unit spotted a dust devil moving near Kutawagan Lake in Saskatchewan, Canada. https://abcn.ws/3tLn9YS

05/12/2021

Biden talks 'compromise' as he meets with congressional leadership

Pres. Biden held his first meeting at the White House with the "big four" congressional leaders, saying they would see whether they can "reach some consensus or compromise" on his proposed costly infrastructure plan.

President Joe Biden on Wednesday held his first meeting at the White House with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and the other "big four" congressional leaders.

05/12/2021

Suit: Workers lured from India paid $1.20 per hour for years

Lawsuit claims workers from marginalized communities in India were lured to the U.S. and forced to work long hours for little pay to help build a Hindu temple in New Jersey.

A lawsuit says workers from marginalized communities in India were lured to New Jersey and forced to work more than 12 hours per day at ultra-low wages to help build a Hindu temple

05/12/2021

Biden talks 'compromise' as he meets with congressional leadership

Pres. Biden held his first meeting with congressional leaders, saying they would see whether they can "reach some consensus or compromise" on his proposed costly infrastructure plan.

President Joe Biden on Wednesday held his first meeting at the White House with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and the other "big four" congressional leaders.

05/12/2021

GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger on Liz Cheney ouster: 'Truth cannot co-exist with lies'

"I stand with Liz," GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger says after Rep. @Liz Cheney was ousted from her GOP leadership position.

"I'm all for unity and truth and truth cannot co-exist with lies...and I think that's what Liz has been saying."

https://abcn.ws/3o8W8NZ

05/12/2021

Norwegian Cruise Line CEO talks vaccine clash with Florida government

ABC NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Harry Sommer discusses his company’s decision to possibly avoid all Florida ports over the state’s refusal to allow vaccination checks and how it could affect future cruises. https://gma.abc/3blq4kR

05/12/2021

New Hawaii vaccine pass allows vaccinated residents to travel between islands

Starting this week, fully vaccinated Hawaii residents can skip COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements when flying between the islands.

Hawaii residents will be able to travel between islands on the 15th day after their final vaccine shot without pre-travel COVID-19 testing or quarantine.

05/12/2021

Queen Elizabeth opens Parliament in 1st major public engagement since Philip's death

Queen Elizabeth attended her first public engagement outside of Windsor Castle since the death last month of Prince Philip, her husband of 73 years.

Queen Elizabeth was accompanied by Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla.

05/12/2021

House Speaker Pelosi holds news conference

HAPPENING NOW: House Speaker Pelosi holds news conference on infrastructure. https://abcn.ws/3bEDYid

05/12/2021

Sen. Dick Durbin reacts to Rep. Liz Cheney being ousted from House GOP leadership

"It was an act of pure cowardice."

Sen. Dick Durbin reacts to Rep. Liz Cheney being ousted from House GOP leadership, calling it "a sad day for the American Republican Party." https://abcn.ws/33QzzEx

05/12/2021

Press sec. Jen Psaki on Rep. Liz Cheney being ousted from House GOP: "It's disturbing to see any leader, regardless of party, being attacked for simply speaking the truth."

Read more: https://abcn.ws/3uJddAy

Press sec. Jen Psaki on Rep. Liz Cheney being ousted from House GOP: "It's disturbing to see any leader, regardless of party, being attacked for simply speaking the truth."

Read more: https://abcn.ws/3uJddAy