Space

NASA confirms fireball seen over Philly region skies was a meteor on Tuesday

People across the Philadelphia region reported seeing a bright fireball in the sky on Tuesday afternoon, prompting widespread attention. The American Meteor Society received multiple reports of the event occurring at roughly the same time. NASA later confirmed that the fireball was a meteor entering Earth’s atmosphere. It was first observed about 48 miles above the Atlantic Ocean, then traveled over Long Island at around … Continue reading NASA confirms fireball seen over Philly region skies was a meteor on Tuesday

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Space

Astronauts suggest naming a moon crater ‘Carroll’ after their commander’s late wife

The Artemis II astronauts set a new record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth and became the first crew to observe parts of the moon’s far side. During the mission, they spotted unnamed lunar craters and informally proposed names, including “Integrity” for their spacecraft and “Carroll” in honor of commander Reid Wiseman’s late wife. The emotional moment, shared with mission control, included … Continue reading Astronauts suggest naming a moon crater ‘Carroll’ after their commander’s late wife

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Technology

Disneyland to add Olaf AI robot to parks

Disney has introduced a free-roaming animatronic version of Olaf at Disneyland Paris in the World of Frozen themed area, where the character can walk, talk, and interact with guests. A viral video showed Olaf moving through the park before slipping and losing his carrot nose, quickly gaining millions of views online. Disney plans to expand the character’s appearances to parks worldwide and on cruise ships, … Continue reading Disneyland to add Olaf AI robot to parks

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Business

Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle ‘right to repair’ lawsuit

Deere & Co. has agreed to pay $99 million to settle a class action lawsuit accusing the company of monopolizing farm equipment repair services. The lawsuit claimed the company restricted access to repair software and worked with authorized dealers to limit independent repairs, leading to higher costs for farmers. Although Deere denies wrongdoing, it agreed to the settlement to resolve the case, which still requires … Continue reading Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle ‘right to repair’ lawsuit

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Business

Delta, Southwest raise checked bag fees $10 amid jet fuel price surge

Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines are raising checked bag fees by $10 as airlines respond to rising jet fuel costs. Southwest will charge $45 for a first checked bag and $55 for a second, while Delta’s new fees apply to domestic and some international flights booked starting Wednesday. These increases follow similar moves by other major carriers, including United Airlines and JetBlue Airways, as … Continue reading Delta, Southwest raise checked bag fees $10 amid jet fuel price surge

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Business

Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran

Oil prices fell sharply—by nearly 15%—after President Donald Trump delayed planned military strikes on Iran and signaled a potential two-week ceasefire tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s foreign minister said shipping through the strait would be allowed during this period under coordination with its military, and Tehran agreed to enter negotiations with the United States. Markets reacted positively, with global stocks rising, bond … Continue reading Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran

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Politics

Minnesota House Dems and Republicans file ethics complaints accusing members of breaking chamber rules

Democrats and Republicans in the Minnesota House filed competing ethics complaints against members of the opposing party, escalating tensions over alleged misconduct. The dispute follows House Speaker Lisa Demuth’s decision to remove Republican Reps. Elliott Engen and Walter Hudson from committee assignments after Engen’s DWI arrest, in which Hudson was a passenger. Democrats filed an ethics complaint based on a photo showing the two lawmakers … Continue reading Minnesota House Dems and Republicans file ethics complaints accusing members of breaking chamber rules

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Politics

Swalwell campaign rejects ‘outrageous’ allegations of sexual misconduct

California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell and his campaign denied allegations of sexual misconduct circulated by political media personality Cheyenne Hunt. A campaign spokesperson called the claims false and politically motivated, saying they were spread shortly before the election by opponents and aligned groups. Hunt, who leads a youth political organization, alleged on social media that Swalwell had a history of making advances toward women on … Continue reading Swalwell campaign rejects ‘outrageous’ allegations of sexual misconduct

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Politics

Republican wins Georgia runoff election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

In a special election in Georgia’s 14th congressional district, voters chose between Republican candidate Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris, both of whom had military backgrounds but differed on support for U.S. policy toward Iran. The district, which had strongly supported Republicans in previous elections, ultimately remained in conservative control despite Harris improving on Democratic margins. The race drew national attention because the seat had … Continue reading Republican wins Georgia runoff election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

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Politics

Trump praises Hungary PM Viktor Orbán after Vance calls him at Budapest rally

President Donald Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during a phone call made public at a political rally in Budapest, calling him a “fantastic man” and highlighting their strong relationship. Vice President JD Vance facilitated the call from the stage while in Hungary to support Orbán ahead of an upcoming election. The event came as Orbán faces a challenging reelection, with polls showing his … Continue reading Trump praises Hungary PM Viktor Orbán after Vance calls him at Budapest rally

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World News

Trump-Iran agree to two-week ceasefire

President Donald Trump announced he would suspend planned U.S. attacks on Iranian infrastructure for two weeks, contingent on Iran agreeing to open the Strait of Hormuz. He described the pause as part of a potential “double-sided ceasefire” and said it followed discussions with Pakistani leaders. The announcement came shortly before a deadline he had set for Iran to comply, which had raised global concerns and … Continue reading Trump-Iran agree to two-week ceasefire

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U.S. News

Texas man tackled by church security after bringing loaded gun, ammo to Houston service

A 23-year-old Texas man, Emmanuel Ahsono Mbwavi, was arrested after allegedly bringing a loaded gun and more than 100 rounds of ammunition into a Houston church. Security at Eden Church recognized him from a prior incident and monitored his behavior before confronting him. A security guard saw Mbwavi reach for his firearm and tackled him before he could open fire, while others helped restrain him. … Continue reading Texas man tackled by church security after bringing loaded gun, ammo to Houston service

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U.S. News

Firefighters battle fire at Magic Castle in Hollywood

Firefighters responded to a blaze at the Magic Castle in Hollywood on Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The fire was reported shortly before 5:30 p.m. at the well-known attraction. Video from the scene showed smoke coming from the roof of the building. The cause of the fire has not been determined, NBC 4 Los Angeles has reported. Officials have not reported any … Continue reading Firefighters battle fire at Magic Castle in Hollywood

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U.S. News

Employee accused of arson after paper goods warehouse destroyed in massive fire

A warehouse employee was arrested on suspicion of arson after a massive fire destroyed the Kimberly-Clark Distribution Center in Ontario, California, early Tuesday morning. The blaze began shortly after 12:30 a.m. and required a large response from about 175 firefighters, burning for hours and spreading throughout the 1.2 million-square-foot facility. Investigators quickly deemed the fire suspicious, and the suspect, identified as a warehouse worker, was … Continue reading Employee accused of arson after paper goods warehouse destroyed in massive fire

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U.S. News

Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand

Tanner Horner pleaded guilty to killing 7-year-old Athena Strand, moving the case from a capital murder trial directly into the sentencing phase where a jury will decide if he receives the death penalty. He admitted to killing the girl in Wise County in November 2022 after allegedly striking her with a FedEx delivery truck, panicking, and then strangling her. Authorities say digital evidence helped track … Continue reading Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand

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U.S. News

ICE agents shoot man in car in northern California

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot a man during a vehicle stop in Patterson, California, while attempting to arrest Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez. ICE officials said Hernandez allegedly tried to run over an officer with his vehicle, prompting agents to fire defensive shots, though details remain limited. Hernandez was hospitalized, and his condition has not been disclosed by local authorities. Dashcam footage reportedly shows … Continue reading ICE agents shoot man in car in northern California

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World News

Two children among 13 dead in fresh Ukraine, Russia strikes

Russian artillery and aerial attacks across Ukraine killed nine people, including a child, in multiple strikes on Tuesday, officials said. The attacks included shelling in Kherson that killed four people and a drone strike on a passenger bus in Nikopol that killed four more and injured several others. Ukrainian officials described the strikes as deliberate terror and warned of worsening conditions in frontline areas. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Two children among 13 dead in fresh Ukraine, Russia strikes

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World News

Iraqi armed group releases US journalist

An Iran-backed Iraqi group, Kataeb Hezbollah, released U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson a week after she was kidnapped in Baghdad. The group said her release was conditional on her leaving Iraq immediately and described it as a one-time gesture. The announcement came shortly before a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran following over a month of conflict. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed … Continue reading Iraqi armed group releases US journalist

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World News

North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Pyongyang dismisses Seoul’s diplomacy hopes

North Korea launched several ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast on Wednesday, following a similar suspected launch the previous day. The missiles traveled about 240 km, and South Korean and U.S. authorities are analyzing the tests. South Korea condemned the launches as provocations that violate U.N. Security Council resolutions and held an emergency security meeting. Officials said Tuesday’s launch may have failed … Continue reading North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Pyongyang dismisses Seoul’s diplomacy hopes

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World News

Russia, China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, despite most members voting in favor. The vote came just hours before President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to stop threatening the key waterway or face potential U.S. strikes. The resolution had already been weakened to focus only on defensive measures and remove authorization for military force in an … Continue reading Russia, China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz

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World News

China restricts airspace for 40 days in signal of intense military activity

China has reserved five areas of airspace off its northeast coast for 40 days, from March 27 to May 6, without explaining why. Such restrictions are typically linked to military drills, but no exercises have been announced, and drills by the People’s Liberation Army usually last only a few days. The restricted zones, issued as aviation notices called Notams, span about 340 miles from the … Continue reading China restricts airspace for 40 days in signal of intense military activity

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Space

Artemis 2 astronauts fly around the moon in record-breaking lunar loop by NASA

Artemis 2 completed a historic lunar flyby, looping around the far side of the Moon and giving its four astronauts views never seen by humans before. The mission marked the first time astronauts traveled beyond low Earth orbit since the Apollo era, and it set a new distance record by going farther from Earth than any previous crew. During the journey, the crew also observed … Continue reading Artemis 2 astronauts fly around the moon in record-breaking lunar loop by NASA

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Technology

German mayors call for night-time ban on robot lawnmowers to protect hedgehogs

German mayors are calling for a nationwide ban on nighttime use of robot lawnmowers to protect hedgehogs and other small nocturnal animals. The concern is that these animals are active at night and can be injured or killed because they are difficult for mower sensors to detect, especially hedgehogs that curl into a ball when threatened. Officials argue that urban green spaces are important habitats … Continue reading German mayors call for night-time ban on robot lawnmowers to protect hedgehogs

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Business

Samsung shares rise after profit seen jumping 8-fold

Samsung Electronics shares rose after the company forecast record quarterly profit driven by strong demand for AI-related chips. The company projected operating profit of about 57.2 trillion won for the first quarter, far higher than a year earlier and above market expectations. Revenue was also expected to jump significantly, reflecting booming sales in its memory chip business. Demand for high-bandwidth memory chips used in AI computing … Continue reading Samsung shares rise after profit seen jumping 8-fold

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Business

SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June

SpaceX outlined plans for its upcoming IPO, saying it will allocate an unusually large portion of shares to retail investors. The company’s CFO said retail participation will be a major focus, reflecting long-term support from everyday investors. SpaceX plans to host thousands of retail investors at events in June as part of its IPO roadshow. The offering is expected to raise about $75 billion and could … Continue reading SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June

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