Tag: usa today
Shakira delights 2 million fans in free show in Rio de Janeiro
http://youtu.be/SIg52x_OjiU
Some 2 million people packed Copacabana beach for a free concert by Shakira, marking the biggest show of the Colombian pop star's career.
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#Shakira #Concert #Rio
Trump reviewing new 14-point Iran peace plan proposal
http://youtu.be/EqLyibAvUJw
President Trump said he is reviewing the latest Iran peace proposal as Israeli forces continue to expand their operations in Lebanon.
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#Trump #Iran #Ceasefire
Court blocks access through the mail to mifepristone abortion pill
http://youtu.be/aBIloVgdrl0
A federal appeals court issued a ruling barring people from getting mifepristone abortion pills through the mail.
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#Abortion #Court #Rights
Spirit Airlines shuts down, leaving passengers scrambling amid flight cancellations
http://youtu.be/hO8zz8KkpSY
Spirit Airlines announced it was suspending operations after years of financial hardships, compounded by a recent spike in fuel prices.
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#Spirit #Airlines #Travel
These dogs just out‑styled everyone thanks to Petco. See their cute denim jackets.
http://youtu.be/cXJ4x4GnOrQ
These dogs are rocking custom denim jackets from a Petco in New York City. They can pick which patches or letters they'd like ironed on.
Correspondents’ Dinner shooting suspect to remain in custody after hearing
http://youtu.be/fep6mo1wons
USA TODAY Justice Department reporter Aysha Bagchi breaks down why Cole Tomas Allen, the California man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump, will remain in custody for the foreseeable future.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/crime/2026/04/30/trump-assassination-attempt-cole-tomas-allen-court-appearance/89809965007/
Pentagon denies involvement in war bets amid Iran war
http://youtu.be/E5bvyMyMBJI
At a budget hearing Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon is not involved in monitoring Polymarket bets tied to the Iran war.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2026/04/30/trump-iran-blockade-war-oil-prices--live/89866785007/
All heel, no bottoms. See Chanel’s viral sandals.
http://youtu.be/8w68iUk82CU
Would you wear "naked" shoes? Chanel unveiled sandals where the toes are the star, literally. See the viral shoes.
‘I couldn’t handle looking 20 pounds heavier’: Trump considers bulletproof vest
http://youtu.be/tx63SnFROPU
"I couldn't handle looking 20 pounds heavier." President Trump was asked if he would consider wearing a bulletproof vest. See his answer.
King Charles, Queen Camilla travel to NYC, pay respects at 9/11 site
http://youtu.be/kLo2arElIHk
The British royals traveled to New York City, meeting with local organizations and paying respects at the 9/11 memorial.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2026/04/29/king-charles-us-visit-updates--live/89754988007/
Immigrants and families rally at Supreme Court during TPS arguments
http://youtu.be/SruuqfQ96YA
"The dreams of my family are at risk." As the Supreme Court heard two cases regarding the Temporary Protected Status program, protesters shared why they support keeping the program.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/04/29/supreme-court-trump-deportation-protections-syrians-haitians/89839972007/
Man on a cross-country walk struck by a car. His livestream captured it all.
http://youtu.be/EQkWvh76RuU
A man was struck by a car while on a cross-country walk from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. His livestream captured his frightening POV.
Red Lobster’s Endless Shrimp challenge is on! See return of social media’s favorite deal.
http://youtu.be/M0g4SN8l8t4
Shrimp lovers are locked in! Red Lobster's Endless Shrimp deal returns for a limited comeback, and customers are seeing how much they can put away. See the all-you-can-eat challenge, before it's gone.
Powell confirms final Fed news conference and backs Warsh nomination
http://youtu.be/DJy2NszgrW4
Jerome Powell hosts his final Fed news conference and praises the Fed as Kevin Warsh moves closer to becoming the next chair.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2026/04/29/federal-reserve-rate-decision-meeting-jerome-powell-updates--live/89774426007/
More adults are ‘reparenting’ themselves. See Heidi’s journey.
http://youtu.be/_lYY5G_02vA
"Good job, Heidi! Good job!" 27-year-old Heidi Bruce is part of the growing community of adults learning to "reparent" themselves. Learn more about Bruce's journey.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/videos/life/wellness/2026/04/28/viral-reparenting-journey/89844577007/
King Charles’ speech was a bipartisan affair, a USA TODAY analysis
http://youtu.be/5GQZ203iYXI
King Charles III's speech to Congress was largely uncontroversial. When he urged support for the country of Ukraine, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle gave standing ovations.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2026/04/28/king-charles-us-visit-updates--live/89754503007/
Special US passports with Trump portrait announced by State Department
http://youtu.be/eVdBuZYMobs
The State Department says a limited-edition U.S. passport will be released to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The inside cover features a portrait of President Donald Trump.
READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/2026/04/28/president-trump-special-passport-designs/89840161007/
Vance says ‘no agreement reached’ in US and Iran peace talks
http://youtu.be/qjcPFg9LkH0
Vice President JD Vance said the United States was unable to reach an agreement to end the war in Iran after negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan.
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#Iran #War #Pakistan
Trump says US Navy to blockade Strait of Hormuz after failed talks
http://youtu.be/jBMnweLjVn0
"No one who pays an illegal toll will have safe passage on the high seas." After failed peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, President Trump said the U.S. Navy will start blockading the Strait of Hormuz.
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#Trump #Iran #Hormuz
Video shows implosion of Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Miami
http://youtu.be/1OwHX24YIyY
The 23-story Mandarin Oriental Hotel vanished in under 20 seconds after a planned implosion demolished the iconic Miami building.
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#Miami #Hotel #Implosion
Iran says Strait of Hormuz closed again, Trump won’t ease blockade
http://youtu.be/6INEn1PYnQ4
As President Trump maintains a blockade of Iranian ports, Iranian leaders rejected renewed negotiations and warned the Strait of Hormuz “will not remain open.”
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#Trump #Iran #StraitofHormuz
Trump signs psychedelic drug executive order with Joe Rogan
http://youtu.be/dU0SsbS4Xig
Podcaster Joe Rogan joined President Trump in the Oval Office as he signed an executive order intended to accelerate research for certain psychedelic drugs used to treat mental health disorders.
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#Trump #JoeRogan #Drugs
Pope downplays controversy, says ‘not in my interest’ to debate Trump
http://youtu.be/ganCxCCeuaY
Pope Leo downplayed his feud with President Trump, saying that reporting about his commentary "has not been accurate in all its aspects."
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#Pope #Trump #Catholic
Powerful storms, tornadoes tear through the Midwest
http://youtu.be/QkH2TI4rD8c
Severe weather, including tornadoes and hail storms, affected millions across the Midwest.
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#Tornado #Weather #Storm
Skydiver crashes into stadium scoreboard
http://youtu.be/z-g_0ORkzDA
The Virginia Tech spring football game was delayed after a parachuter crashed into the scoreboard during pregame ceremonies.
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#Skydiving #Parachute #Football
Secret recording by smart glasses raises privacy concerns
http://youtu.be/KVa9RcwQhNw
Smart glasses raise new privacy and consent questions as wearable cameras become harder to detect in public spaces.
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#Glasses #Tech #Privacy
The penny is already dead. Could the nickel be the next to go?
http://youtu.be/wu4LAVgZCVE
President Donald Trump killed the penny because the government lost money whenever it pressed one. Is the nickel next?
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#Money #Coins #Currency
At least 8 children dead in Louisiana mass shooting
http://youtu.be/W8X7eQj3XRY
At least eight children were killed in what police believe was a domestic shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, according to local authorities.
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#Louisiana #Shooting #Police
Sloths taken from Sloth World are recovering at Florida zoo
http://youtu.be/zyE4L5-iZlo
From critical to recovering: 13 sloths rescued from Sloth World in Orlando are starting their healing journey at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.