SpaceX launches secretive Starfall reentry demo mission

SpaceX launched the first test flight of its secretive Starfall reentry capsule on June 23 aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The company said the mission is designed to test a new spacecraft intended for microgravity research, in-space manufacturing, and potential cargo delivery, but provided few technical details. Much of the flight was kept unusually quiet, with limited livestream coverage and no confirmation … Continue reading SpaceX launches secretive Starfall reentry demo mission

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Indian factory workers told to film themselves for AI robot replacements

Garment workers in India were asked to wear head-mounted cameras while working, recording their movements as part of a growing effort to collect “egocentric data” used to train AI systems and humanoid robots. Companies say this first-person footage is essential for teaching robots how humans perform physical tasks, especially in factories and warehouses where automation is expanding rapidly. The data is being gathered at large … Continue reading Indian factory workers told to film themselves for AI robot replacements

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Agility Robotics heads to Wall Street in a $2.5B bet on staffing warehouses with humanoids

Agility Robotics, an Oregon-based company that builds humanoid warehouse robots, announced plans to go public through a SPAC merger that would value it at about $2.5 billion. The company’s main product, Digit, is already used in industrial settings to move materials and is backed by major firms including Amazon, Nvidia, SoftBank, and Foxconn. Unlike some competitors such as Tesla and Unitree, Agility focuses on practical … Continue reading Agility Robotics heads to Wall Street in a $2.5B bet on staffing warehouses with humanoids

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Nasdaq closes lower as chip sell-off resumes; Micron shares extend losses

U.S. stocks were mixed on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq slipping as investors focused on upcoming earnings from Micron Technology while the Dow rose. Semiconductor and energy stocks weighed on the market, as Micron and other chip-related names fell and oil prices dropped sharply to multi-month lows. Treasury yields also declined, reflecting weaker energy prices and shifting market expectations. Analysts described the tech pullback as a … Continue reading Nasdaq closes lower as chip sell-off resumes; Micron shares extend losses

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Federal Reserve says banks can withstand $708 billion in losses amid overhaul of capital rules

The Federal Reserve’s annual stress test found that the largest U.S. banks could withstand more than $708 billion in losses during a severe global recession while continuing to operate and lend. All 32 banks tested stayed above minimum capital requirements even under a harsh scenario involving rising unemployment, sharp drops in home and commercial real estate prices, and major loan losses. Key losses were concentrated … Continue reading Federal Reserve says banks can withstand $708 billion in losses amid overhaul of capital rules

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Trump asks Congress for $87bn, mostly for ‘urgent’ Iran war costs

The White House has requested $87.6 billion from Congress to fund military and related needs tied largely to the ongoing war in Iran, even as lawmakers recently passed a resolution rebuking the conflict and calling for limits on presidential war powers. Most of the funding would go to the Pentagon for munitions, operations, classified programs, and rebuilding military stockpiles, along with smaller amounts for embassy … Continue reading Trump asks Congress for $87bn, mostly for ‘urgent’ Iran war costs

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Trump cancels plans to sign housing bill, in latest sign of tension with his party

President Donald Trump abruptly canceled a planned bipartisan housing bill signing ceremony on Capitol Hill after posting that he would not sign the legislation unless Congress first passed his voter ID proposal, the SAVE America Act. The decision came just as Republican leaders were preparing to promote the housing measure as a key affordability win, leaving them to scramble after the reversal. A subsequent lunch … Continue reading Trump cancels plans to sign housing bill, in latest sign of tension with his party

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair after musical acts pulled out

President Donald Trump used the opening of the Great American State Fair on the National Mall as a celebration of both America’s upcoming 250th birthday and his own leadership, declaring that “America is back” and praising his administration’s accomplishments. The event, part of a 16-day exposition tied to the Freedom 250 initiative, featured military displays, performances, and patriotic spectacle, though it faced criticism after some … Continue reading Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair after musical acts pulled out

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy at one point to sit down

President Donald Trump’s meeting with Republican senators turned tense after disagreements over a War Powers Resolution and related legislation on Iran, with sources saying he raised his voice and clashed with Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana. The discussion focused heavily on U.S. military authority, Iran policy, and a recent Senate resolution aimed at limiting presidential war powers, which some Republicans supported alongside Democrats. Trump criticized … Continue reading Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy at one point to sit down

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Top European leaders vow ‘strong’ support for Ukraine ahead of NATO summit

European leaders, including Germany, France, the UK, Italy, and Poland, say they want to send a strong message of support for Ukraine at the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Friedrich Merz said the goal is to signal to Russia that Ukraine remains strong, with continued military, economic, and energy-sector support pledged. The leaders agreed to maintain pressure on Russia through sanctions and to strengthen European … Continue reading Top European leaders vow ‘strong’ support for Ukraine ahead of NATO summit

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania

A member of the Zizians group, Michelle Zajko, has been charged with murder in the 2022 shooting deaths of her parents in their Pennsylvania home, with prosecutors saying she did not act alone. Investigators cited doorbell camera footage, ballistic evidence, and cellphone records linking her to the crime, though they are still searching for possible co-conspirators. Zajko, who is already jailed on other charges, has … Continue reading A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

A ‘fingerprint’ in Nancy Guthrie’s ransom notes could help in finding her

The search for Nancy Guthrie continues, with investigators focusing on ransom notes that may contain clues about her whereabouts. Former FBI agents say differences in word choice, tone, and structure between the notes could help determine whether they were written by the same person or multiple individuals. One note reportedly included specific details not publicly known at the time, while later messages shifted in language … Continue reading A ‘fingerprint’ in Nancy Guthrie’s ransom notes could help in finding her

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Camp Mystic, following deadly flooding incident, files for bankruptcy

Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls sleepaway camp in Texas, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy nearly a year after a deadly flood killed 25 girls and two teen counselors at its Guadalupe River site. The camp reported more than $10 million in debt, while attorneys for victims’ families said bankruptcy would not prevent accountability. The tragedy sparked multiple investigations, lawsuits, and criticism over alleged inadequate … Continue reading Camp Mystic, following deadly flooding incident, files for bankruptcy

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Mutant sewer rats spreading through major US cities

Scientists have found that many urban mice and rats in major U.S. cities are developing genetic mutations that make them increasingly resistant to common poisons used for extermination. A Rutgers University study found that most tested rodents in cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. carried mutations in the Vkorc1 gene linked to rodenticide resistance. House mice showed particularly high levels of these mutations, … Continue reading Mutant sewer rats spreading through major US cities

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

5.6 earthquake rattles Northern California: Some injuries reported, thousands lose power

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Northern California near Willits on Wednesday morning, causing power outages for about 10,000 customers in Mendocino County and scattering items in stores. The USGS initially estimated a stronger quake before downgrading it, and officials reported some injuries but no deaths or major damage. Emergency crews responded to downed power lines, possible gas leaks, and water line breaks while urging residents … Continue reading 5.6 earthquake rattles Northern California: Some injuries reported, thousands lose power

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

American boy, 12, attacked by shark in Bahamas while swimming

A 12-year-old American boy is in stable condition after being bitten by a shark while swimming near Staniel Cay in the Bahamas during a family tour of the Exuma Cays. The attack occurred Tuesday afternoon while he was in the water with his brother, and he was later transported to New Providence for medical treatment. Authorities have not disclosed the extent of his injuries or … Continue reading American boy, 12, attacked by shark in Bahamas while swimming

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Australian citizen working as spy for Iran ‘orchestrated’ Bondi firebombing

Mike Burgess said Australian intelligence agencies have linked two antisemitic attacks to individuals with strong Australian ties who were allegedly acting on behalf of Iran’s security apparatus. An Australian citizen working as a senior intelligence officer in Iran is accused of orchestrating a 2024 firebombing in Sydney’s Bondi area, while a former Australian resident in Iraq allegedly directed an attack on a Melbourne synagogue. Burgess … Continue reading Australian citizen working as spy for Iran ‘orchestrated’ Bondi firebombing

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Islamic call to prayer faces ban under Left-wing Danish government

Denmark’s immigration minister, Morten Bødskov, has announced plans to pursue a nationwide ban on the Islamic call to prayer, arguing it does not belong in Danish public spaces. The government will investigate whether such a ban is legally possible, despite constitutional protections for religious worship. The proposal follows earlier unsuccessful attempts in 2020 and 2025 and comes amid broader concerns from officials about what they … Continue reading Islamic call to prayer faces ban under Left-wing Danish government

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast near Iwate on Thursday morning, but authorities said there was no tsunami threat. The quake was felt across the region and mildly in Tokyo, occurring in an area that has experienced several recent earthquakes. No injuries, deaths, or significant damage were immediately reported, and nuclear facilities showed no abnormalities. Some train services were temporarily suspended for … Continue reading Powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Buildings collapse as earthquakes rock Venezuela, ‘high casualties’ likely

A series of powerful earthquakes struck western Venezuela on Wednesday, including magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, causing major damage in and around Caracas. Buildings and homes collapsed, emergency crews responded to rescue efforts, and residents fled shaking structures. The U.S. Geological Survey warned that the disaster could result in high casualties and widespread destruction, with an early estimate of 10,000 to 100,000 possible deaths. Authorities had … Continue reading Buildings collapse as earthquakes rock Venezuela, ‘high casualties’ likely

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Archaeologists unearth ancient treasure cache at biblical city connected to Genesis

Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a rare cache of ancient artifacts at the Panhesy tomb site in the historic city of Heliopolis, mentioned in biblical accounts. The find, announced by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, was discovered in a burial complex used across multiple eras, from the Late Period through Roman and Christian times. The collection includes gold-like earrings, carved scarabs, cosmetic containers, kohl … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth ancient treasure cache at biblical city connected to Genesis

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

China’s space plane appears to have released a mystery object in orbit

China’s Shenlong reusable space plane has reportedly released an unidentified object while in orbit, according to a private space tracking firm. The vehicle launched on its fourth classified mission in February 2026, but its objectives have not been publicly disclosed. LeoLabs said radar observations and analysis indicate the object was likely deployed from the space plane and later catalogued by the U.S. Space Force. Shenlong … Continue reading China’s space plane appears to have released a mystery object in orbit

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Trump signs executive orders to ‘supercharge’ quantum computing

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in quantum computing and strengthening related cybersecurity systems. One order launches a national effort to build a powerful quantum computer within the next five years, while the other directs federal agencies to adopt quantum-resistant cryptography by 2031. The administration says the initiative will boost domestic supply chains, expand workforce training, and accelerate research … Continue reading Trump signs executive orders to ‘supercharge’ quantum computing

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Factory job cuts in June neared financial crisis and Covid levels

U.S. manufacturing job cuts have risen to levels not seen since the 2009 financial crisis, excluding the early COVID-19 period, as factories face cost pressures and uncertain demand. S&P Global reported that while manufacturing output showed modest improvement in June, it was largely driven by inventory rebuilding rather than strong underlying demand. Economists warned that employment declines over several months reflect concerns about rising costs, … Continue reading Factory job cuts in June neared financial crisis and Covid levels

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026

Nasdaq closes 2% lower, led by Micron, as global tech sell-off rattles markets

U.S. stocks fell on Tuesday as a tech sell-off intensified, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropping sharply while the Dow finished mostly flat. The decline was driven by a global rout in semiconductor and memory chip stocks, which also dragged down markets in Asia, especially South Korea and Japan. Major chipmakers like Micron, AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm all saw significant losses, while semiconductor ETFs … Continue reading Nasdaq closes 2% lower, led by Micron, as global tech sell-off rattles markets

bcbegleyJune 24, 2026