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Seriously - A Wayward SpaceX Rocket Just Slammed Into the Moon
By MindTheDesk Staff | August 5, 2026 In a rare astronomical event, a discarded piece of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crashed into the Moon early Wednesday morning…
C.I.A. Sets Up Secret Cuba Task Force as Trump Pressures Havana
The task force will allow the spy agency to quickly direct more financial, human and technical resources at the island, with the goal of creating fissures amon…
Explosive Drone Found at German Airport Used by Ukrainian Carrier
A second drone may have collided with a plane in the air over the airport, damaging the aircraft slightly, the authorities say.
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Illegal immigrants among 70 arrested in Mississippi child exploitation crackdown: Feds
Operation Muddy Waters netted 70 arrests across Mississippi, targeting child exploitation offenders…
Miranda Kerr's ultra-specific diet includes venison for breakfast, no eggs or seed oils
Miranda Kerr revealed her strict diet, including venison for breakfast, no eggs and zero seed oils …
Search for Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane reignites with ambitious new expedition
The Taraia Object Expedition departs on Oct. 7 for Nikumaroro Island to investigate a satellite-ima…
Spokane fire survivor finds 'joy' through Jesus after alleged arson destroys home and belongings
Christopher Guyton says losing his home in the Spokane wildfire strengthened his Christian faith an…
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North America
More than 200 foreign firefighters headed to B.C. to battle wildfires
Some Canadian firefighters question the need to bring in international assistance
NATO intern accused of spying reported working a range of Canadian government jobs
Biwei Zhang said in court filings that she had done stints at the National Research Council, Statis…
Bessent Declares Widening Gap Between Rich and Poor ‘Dead’
Despite data to the contrary, the Treasury Secretary made the case that the K-shaped economy no lon…
B.C. wildfires cause devastation on shores of Okanagan Lake
Canadian Press reporter Darryl Greer describes the destruction of homes on the Okanagan Indian Band…
Europe
Nato to ‘urgently’ get air defences for Ukraine, as Zelenskyy warns of surge in Russian missile production
After Ukraine failed to shoot down a single ballistic missile fired by Russia on Wednesday, the pre…
Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives, bu…
'Escalatory spiral of attrition: Drone technology allowing Ukraine to resist Russia asymmetrically'
Sharon Gaffney is pleased to welcome Peter Zalmayev, director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. …
Will Russia start a fresh mobilization drive?
Russia is preparing a new mobilization campaign to boost troop numbers, Ukrainian officials and ind…
Asia
Imran Khan's three years in jail spark protests across Pakistan; over 100 held
Seven CWG golds, one big challenge: Why India's boxing journey is far from over
India achieved historic boxing success at the Commonwealth Games. This performance reflects years o…
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Thailand on first trip as civilian leader
The military leader has been barred from western countries and accused of crimes against humanity.
From DF-11 to DF-27: What China has in its regional ballistic missile arsenal
China's ballistic missile stockpile plays a pivotal role in bolstering its military influence in th…
Africa
Nigeria rescues more than 300 kidnapping victims in major operation
Nigerian authorities announced the rescue of 308 people abducted by armed groups, including 163 vil…
UN warns drone strikes worsen in Sudan
First, more than 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan over the start of this year were due to drone atta…
Middle East: Hundreds of ships remain stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Hundreds of vessels are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran and Oman moved closer to an agree…
South Africa: Government pushes for continent-wide talks on migration
As anti-immigration demonstrations have driven many migrants to leave South Africa, the country's g…
Oceania
Tell us: how do Australia’s falling home prices affect you?
We would like to hear from home owners, renters and prospective buyers about how they feel about th…
Doctors furious after email identifies invitees of addiction webinar
The national healthcare watchdog has inadvertently identified more than 100 doctors, nurses and oth…
Long-awaited Whyalla foreshore upgrade underway after years of delays
It's been talked about for years, but construction on Whyalla's long-awaited foreshore upgrade is u…
'Pretty harrowing': Climbers rescued from ravine told family they were safe throughout ordeal
The mother of one of the climbers says the boys are recovering at home - and already planning their…
South America
Guatemala declares Fuego volcano eruption over, evacuees return home
Guatemalan authorities said the eruption of the Fuego volcano had ended after 50 hours of activity …
Colo Colo recibe a Vozinha con una presentación multitudinaria y una gran fiesta en el estadio Monumental
Miles de aficionados del equipo chileno expresan su afecto hacia el portero caboverdiano, que llega…
La familia de Lorenzo Salgado se reunió con el embajador de México en EE UU
Roberto Lazzeri Montaño viajó a Houston para reunirse con la familia del migrante mexicano que muri…
Uruguay, Argentina y Perú recibirán al papa León XIV en noviembre
El Vaticano confirma que el pontífice realizará una gira por Sudamérica de 12 días, en los que visi…
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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…
Man charged with sexual abuse of two children in Washington County
A man has been charged with sexually assaulting two juveniles in Washington County.
Saving lives at both ends of the leash: Canines with a Cause uses shelter dogs to support veterans
A Utah organization is helping transform two lives at a time by pairing specially trained shelter d…
Idaho
La FDA aprueba la primera vacuna contra la gripe basada en ARNm
Por Elise Haulund, Katherine Dillinger y Meg Tirrell, CNN La Administración de Alimentos y Medicame…
Red Flag Warning issued August 5 at 8:50PM MDT until August 5 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Red Flag Warning: Lincoln and Uinta Counties/Lower Elevations; Upper Green River Basin/Rock Springs…
FDA approves first mRNA-based flu vaccine
By Elise Haulund, Katherine Dillinger, Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration…
Wyoming
Politics in the Park: Ballot access divides Republicans vying for Wyoming secretary of state - Cap City News
Politics in the Park: Ballot access divides Republicans vying for Wyoming secretary of state Cap Ci…
LEGION BASEBALL: Sixers go hitless in Northwest Regional opener - WyomingNews.com
LEGION BASEBALL: Sixers go hitless in Northwest Regional opener WyomingNews.com
August 5 recap: Wyoming news you may have missed today - Casper Star-Tribune
August 5 recap: Wyoming news you may have missed today Casper Star-Tribune
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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…
ICE Moves to Secure 5,500 Beds for Trump’s Deportation Push
Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged for 5th consecutive time
The Federal Reserve announced it is keeping interest rates study for the fifth consecutive time.
