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Rubio Urges Europe to Awaken From ‘Slumber’ and Uphold Western Dominance

EDWARD WONG

In Greece, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Western nations must embrace an earlier ethos of exploration and conquest as part of their civilization, to remain ‘at the head of the world.’

Fatal Stabbing of a 7-Year-Old Girl Rattles Chicago: ‘That Was a Baby’

BILL RUTHHART AND ROBERT CHIARITO

The attack has raised questions about whether the suspect was overlooked by authorities despite a history of mental health problems and violent offenses.

Hegseth greets USS Abraham Lincoln near the end of record long deployment

USS Lincoln carrier strike group will return to its homeport of San Diego on Thursday, concluding a 10-month deployment where it played a key role in the war with Iran.

Christa Pike, Confused After Failed Tennessee Execution, Is at Center of Legal Storm

EMILY COCHRANE

Her awareness and condition deepen ethical and legal questions after Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute her for murdering a classmate decades ago.

Arizona congressional candidate says she was raped trying to repair campaign sign

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said a report was filed on Aug. 31.

Ukraine Claws Back Land

MATTHEW CULLEN

Also, scientists study a 194-year-old tortoise. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

‘Maricarmen,’ Whose Eviction Enraged Spaniards, Dies at 87

CARLOS BARRAGÁN

María del Carmen Abascal, aged and ailing, became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis when she was evicted two weeks ago, prompting mass protests and triggering national elections.

WHO officials say unclear how Russia plague lab worker died

The WHO said on Wednesday it does not have enough information from Russian authorities to conduct a full risk assessment after the death of a plague laboratory worker.

WATCH: 'DWTS,' Freddie Jackson, Meghan Markle: Here's what's trending

ABC News' Rocsi Diaz takes a look at what's buzzing in pop culture, including couples dancing to Mariah Carey on "Dancing with the Stars," and R&B losing one of its smoothest voices.

August Lamm Was an Influencer. Now She Wants You to Ditch Your Smartphone.

AMANDA HESS

August Lamm wants you to put down your smartphone and reclaim your life.

Trump announces 'historic' enrollment of 70 million children into Trump Accounts

Trump hails what he called "historic" enrollment of 70 million American children into his Trump Accounts.

Newsom Considers Ending Death Sentences for 563 California Prisoners

LAUREL ROSENHALL

Gov. Gavin Newsom ramped up talks after a botched execution in Tennessee.

Cornell Student Wants Letitia James, NY Attorney General, Removed as Prosecutor

HURUBIE MEKO AND TROY CLOSSON

Attorney General Letitia James should step down from leading the investigation into a former student’s claim that she was sexually assaulted in 2024, a lawyer for one of the men said.

Sheriff, ex-sheriff charged with obstructing justice tied to Kouri Richins case: Docs

A former sheriff of Summit County and the sheriff of neighboring Wasatch County face charges related to Kouri Richins' prosecution, according to defense motions.

WATCH: Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' debuts at No. 1

Hanna Battah shares the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.