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Climate Change Comes to Sesame Street
An episode this week focuses on the dangerous effects of warming, without mentioning climate change.
Political newcomer seeks to unseat twin of Trump impeachment foe in swing Virginia district
Three GOP political newcomers battled it out in Virginia 7th Congressional District to challenge Rep. Eugene Vindman, twin brother of Trump impeachment witness…
Secret FBI probe cast Trump as possible Russian asset after Comey firing, memos show
Declassified FBI memos reveal the bureau opened a counterintelligence probe codenamed "Oxferd Comma" after Trump fired James Comey in 2017.
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Shaquille O'Neal talks LeBron James' Lakers legacy, why his new 76ers might be extremely 'dangerous'
Shaquille O'Neal ranks LeBron James in the Lakers hierarchy and raises concerns about the Philadelp…
Astros player belts home run, rounds the bases and then gets devastating news after touching home
Taylor Trammell's head-down home run trot at Daikin Park turned into an embarrassing moment when th…
Perez Hilton under involuntary psych hold after apparent self-harm livestream: source
Miami-Dade deputies responded to Perez Hilton's home after receiving multiple reports about an appa…
Why the Bears could take a step back despite Caleb Williams' breakout season and playoff run
Caleb Williams showed flashes of brilliance last season, but losing DJ Moore and defensive concerns…
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North America
Vancouver shrouded in ‘high-risk’ smoke from wildfires in southern B.C.
Officials warn high temperatures, dry lightning storms could spark more fires across the southern I…
Pakistan's ruling party leads in Kashmir vote despite boycott call by banned group
Candidates backed by twice-elected former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-N pa…
Under China's new 'unity' law, Tibetans fight to preserve language and culture
A 73-year-old retired nurse's decision to learn to write Tibetan language offers a glimpse into how…
El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party
His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popu…
Europe
Woman arrested after four stabbed in London's popular Covent Garden
Four people were stabbed in central London and a woman has been arrested in a suspected "mental hea…
Deadly overnight Russian missile attack sparks fires across Kyiv – video
At least 17 people have been killed and multiple buildings set ablaze after Russian missiles struck…
Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police say
The drone was found near Ukrainian cargo planes before another object collided with a cargo aircraf…
Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
Assassination attempt demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to continue clandestine operations deep inside…
Asia
New images of the sun show strange patterns rippling on surface
Scientists have captured images of the sun’s surface in the finest detail yet, revealing a strange …
World C'ships: Shetty to face top-ranked Shi Yuqi in opener - full draw
Ayush Shetty will get the chance to improve his win-loss record against top-ranked Chinese shuttler…
Silver-coated cicada wing amplifies molecular signals millions of times
Researchers developed a sensitive optical sensor using cicada wings and silver. This natural struct…
Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar loses Democratic primary in Michigan
Shri Thanedar lost the Michigan Democratic primary to Donavan McKinney. McKinney secured victory wi…
Africa
Cameroon: President Biya changes communication strategy during Geneva stay
It comes as Biya's absence from Cameroon since 7 June 2026 has fuelled debate over what the opposit…
WFP warns powerful El Niño could push millions into hunger
The World Food Programme is warning that a powerful El Niño weather pattern could push nearly 49 mi…
South Africa plans new rules on ex-leaders' foreign trips after Zuma's visit to India
Jacob Zuma was pictured with a businessmen allegedly at the heart of a corruption scandal in South …
Turkey: Mo Salah touches down ahead of expected move to Trabzonspor
Wearing Trabzonspor’s blue and burgundy kit, Mo Salah arrived at Istanbul airport on Wednesday ahea…
Oceania
Mt Eden Prison to be reviewed after 'significant changes and challenges'
Mt Eden is the country's second-largest prison and the only solely remand-focused facility, housing…
Man due in court after violent rampage in Auckland's Epsom
The 49-year-old is accused of assaulting a jogger, stealing the car of a good samaritan stopping to…
Another frosty start as MetService warns of negative temperatures
Transpower says there could be another record demand for electricity as cold weather grips the coun…
Terror probe launched after explosive drone found at German cargo hub
After the drone was discovered, a diverted plane hit an unidentified object while climbing away fro…
South America
Irán insiste en mantener el control del estrecho de Ormuz mientras Trump amenaza con abrirlo por la fuerza
Teherán propone a Omán un sistema que le atribuiría la supervisión del tráfico y el cobro de tasas …
US: Progressive Democrat El-Sayed wins key Michigan primary
He could help the #Democrats swing the #US #Senate in the upcoming #midterms. Progressive Abdul #El…
LIV Golf anuncia el acuerdo con un inversor para sobrevivir en 2027 con menos torneos y premios
La revolucionaria Liga saudí se transformará ante el final de la financiación del Fondo Soberano
Así hierve el Sol: las imágenes más nítidas revelan un caos de remolinos de plasma
El telescopio solar más grande del mundo registra imágenes en alta resolución de la fotosfera solar…
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Utah
Bountiful’s ‘Pantry Packs in the Park’ Returns August 8
On Saturday, August 8, the Bountiful Food Pantry will host its second annual Pantry Packs in the Pa…
Here are the X factors for BYU and Utah this season, according to ESPN
Armed man arrested at Trump’s California golf club days before president’s arrival
Idaho
Big Rock Fire update: Containment reaches 22% as crews reinforce fire lines
Crews are making progress on the Big Rock Fire near Heise, with containment reaching 22% Wednesday …
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” ya es la segunda película más rápida en recaudar US$ 1.000 millones
Por Gonzalo Jiménez, CNN en Español Bastaron apenas seis días después de su estreno para que “Spide…
AG Labrador urges Congress to expand states’ authority to investigate Medicaid fraud
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is joining attorneys general from 16 other states in calling o…
Wyoming
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Apple announces users can now lease iPhones following new Klarna partnership
Apple customers in the United States will soon be able to lease iPhones for up to two years through…
News Wrap: Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, but some vote for increase
In our news wrap Wednesday, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but three Fed officials …
Watch: Hurt Feelings After John Fetterman Gives Two Pro-Hamas Outlets the Treatment They Deserve
Climate-fueled wildfires in Europe push emergency response to the limit
Crews are battling to control wildfires that have spread rapidly across parts of Europe, forcing th…
WATCH: Howard University president on enrollment scandal
Interim president Dr. Wayne Frederick discusses what happened and what’s next after more than 500 i…
Single women are outpacing single men in homeownership, but some face backlash
In the U.S., 20 million single women own homes, almost three million more than single men. Economic…
Senators still working with SEC, Big Ten on thorny issues involved in college sports bill
Senate negotiators worked Wednesday to resolve thorny differences with leaders of the Southeastern …
Man gets 6-month sentence for ramming car into Jewish group's N.Y. world headquarters
A man was sentenced Wednesday to six months and a week behind bars for ramming his car into the Cha…
