Archaeology

2,000-Year-Old Jewish Ritual Bath Dating Back to Time of Jesus Unearthed in Israel

Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a remarkably preserved 2,000-year-old Jewish ritual bath, known as a mikveh, in Kiryat Gat, southwest of Jerusalem. The 25-ton structure dates to the Second Temple period, around the time of Jesus, and provides evidence of a previously unknown Jewish settlement in the area. Researchers also discovered stone measuring vessels associated with Jewish religious practices during that era. To protect the … Continue reading 2,000-Year-Old Jewish Ritual Bath Dating Back to Time of Jesus Unearthed in Israel

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Space

Astronomers detect mysterious burst of energy from a galaxy far, far away 

Astronomers have detected a powerful burst of radio waves that traveled more than 10 billion years before reaching Earth, making it the most distant fast radio burst ever recorded. The signal, known as FRB 20240304B, originated when the universe was about 3 billion years old, long before Earth and the Sun existed. Researchers detected the burst using South Africa’s MeerKAT radio telescope and identified its … Continue reading Astronomers detect mysterious burst of energy from a galaxy far, far away 

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Technology

International robot/human fight promoter ordered to cease in California

California regulators have ordered Robot Entertainment Kombat to stop organizing human-versus-robot fighting events without state approval and proper licensing. The order follows a September 18 event in San Francisco where social media influencer Frankie LaPenna fought three humanoid robots in a cage. During the matches, LaPenna was knocked around by the robots but managed to win two of his three fights. Company CEO Cix Liv … Continue reading International robot/human fight promoter ordered to cease in California

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Business

Pepsi shares rallied despite cutting profit guidance

PepsiCo reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, helped by stronger international sales. The company lowered its full-year profit forecast as its North American business continues to struggle with weak demand and rising costs. PepsiCo now expects adjusted earnings per share to grow between 2.5% and 3.5%, down from its previous forecast of 5% to 7%. The company is working to cut costs, improve its products and attract … Continue reading Pepsi shares rallied despite cutting profit guidance

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Business

U.S. suspends Microsoft, Adobe from green card labor program in foreign worker crackdown

The Trump administration has suspended Microsoft, Adobe and six other major technology companies from a federal program that helps skilled foreign workers obtain permanent residency in the United States. Vice President JD Vance accused the companies of abusing the system by laying off American employees while relying on foreign workers, saying the move is intended to protect U.S. jobs. The suspensions also affect Cognizant, Infosys, … Continue reading U.S. suspends Microsoft, Adobe from green card labor program in foreign worker crackdown

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Politics

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico off the trail with the flu

Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico has been off the campaign trail for nearly two weeks after contracting the flu, raising concerns among party supporters ahead of the November 3 midterm election. Talarico’s absence has given Republican opponent Ken Paxton an opportunity to criticize him, while President Donald Trump has publicly questioned his extended break from campaigning. Talarico’s campaign said he had held more than … Continue reading Texas Senate candidate James Talarico off the trail with the flu

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Politics

Italy’s Giorgia Meloni forces through new electoral law ahead of vote

Italy’s parliament has approved a major electoral law backed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of national elections scheduled for 2027. The new system introduces proportional representation and awards bonus seats to a coalition that receives more than 42% of the vote, helping it secure a parliamentary majority. Meloni argues the changes will promote political stability and make it easier for future governments to govern … Continue reading Italy’s Giorgia Meloni forces through new electoral law ahead of vote

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Politics

Putin offers to help end Iran war as Trump touts ‘productive discussions’ with Tehran

Russian President Vladimir Putin told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday that Moscow was willing to help bring an end to the war in Iran. During talks in Turkmenistan, Putin praised Iran’s efforts to end the conflict and said the war had not been caused by Tehran. Putin also pointed to improving relations between Russia and Iran as the two countries discussed the ongoing crisis. … Continue reading Putin offers to help end Iran war as Trump touts ‘productive discussions’ with Tehran

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U.S. News

DOJ trying to indict former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson

The U.S. Department of Justice is presenting evidence to a grand jury as prosecutors consider criminal charges against Cassidy Hutchinson, a former aide to White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. Hutchinson gained national attention in 2022 when she testified before the House committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. She testified that former President Donald Trump attempted to grab the … Continue reading DOJ trying to indict former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson

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U.S. News

Lansing police chief warns there may be a serial killer in Michigan’s capital city

Police in Lansing, Michigan, are investigating whether a possible serial killer is responsible for five deaths along the city’s River Trail over the past year. The victims were homeless men ranging in age from 22 to 70, and investigators believe several may have been attacked while sleeping outdoors during the early morning hours. Three deaths have been classified as homicides, while the circumstances surrounding the … Continue reading Lansing police chief warns there may be a serial killer in Michigan’s capital city

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U.S. News

USS Lincoln docks in San Diego Bay following scrutinized 322-day deployment

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier returned to San Diego on Thursday, October 8, after a 321-day deployment that included extensive military operations in the Middle East. The carrier and its strike group supported U.S. military operations against Iran, conducting thousands of combat missions before beginning their journey home. The deployment was extended twice, keeping thousands of sailors at sea for more than 10 months … Continue reading USS Lincoln docks in San Diego Bay following scrutinized 322-day deployment

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U.S. News

Male shot by ICE agent in New York City’s Marble Hill, DHS says

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and wounded a man in New York City’s Marble Hill neighborhood on Thursday during a federal enforcement operation. The man was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening, and a five-year-old child reportedly inside the vehicle was not injured. Federal officials said agents were conducting a targeted operation, while the exact circumstances … Continue reading Male shot by ICE agent in New York City’s Marble Hill, DHS says

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U.S. News

US to livestream Army firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon says

The Pentagon says it plans to livestream the December 3 execution of Nidal Hasan, the former Army psychiatrist who killed 13 people at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009. Hasan is scheduled to become the first person executed by the U.S. military by firing squad since 1945. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth supported the decision to use a firing squad and said the public should witness the … Continue reading US to livestream Army firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon says

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World News

Syria weighs joining Saudi fight against Houthis as attacks escalate

Syria is considering providing military assistance to Saudi Arabia as the kingdom faces escalating missile and drone attacks from Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels. A U.S. official said Saudi Arabia had asked Syria to deploy forces, with options including defensive support and assistance to Saudi-backed Yemeni troops fighting the Houthis. Syrian officials expressed support for Saudi Arabia but emphasized that their government’s main priorities remain domestic … Continue reading Syria weighs joining Saudi fight against Houthis as attacks escalate

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World News

Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs

More than 100 people have been arrested following student protests in Liège, Belgium, against rising education costs and government education reforms. Demonstrators protested overcrowded classrooms, limited access to learning materials and increased tuition fees in French-speaking areas of the country. Some demonstrations turned violent, with protesters damaging property, smashing shop windows and setting fires. Students said they were inspired in part by similar protests in … Continue reading Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs

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World News

UK: Two Latvian men arrested for breaking into RAF base

Two Latvian men have been arrested after allegedly breaching the security fence at RAF Molesworth, a British air base used by the US military and NATO for intelligence operations. The men, aged 32 and 36, were discovered inside the base early Thursday after police found an abandoned vehicle and a hole in the perimeter fence. Authorities initially arrested the men on suspicion of trespassing and … Continue reading UK: Two Latvian men arrested for breaking into RAF base

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World News

Houthis claim attack on Riyadh airport as airlines suspend flights to Saudi capital 

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for an attack targeting Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns about airport security and air travel. The reported attack raised alarm among airlines and passengers as flights faced disruptions. Several international airlines suspended or adjusted flights to Riyadh amid growing security concerns. The incident added to escalating regional tensions and fears of further attacks on civilian infrastructure, The Guardian has reported. … Continue reading Houthis claim attack on Riyadh airport as airlines suspend flights to Saudi capital 

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World News

Russian attack on bus kills at least 30 people near Ukraine frontline

A Russian missile strike on a public transport bus in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine, killed at least 30 people and wounded 18 others, making it one of the deadliest attacks on Ukrainian civilians this year. The strike occurred near a dental clinic on Thursday morning, setting buses ablaze and leaving bodies and debris scattered across the street. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of deliberately targeting … Continue reading Russian attack on bus kills at least 30 people near Ukraine frontline

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Space

Axiom Space working to revise lunar spacesuit for early Artemis missions

Axiom Space is working to revise its lunar spacesuit design as NASA prepares for the early Artemis missions, including the first crewed lunar landing in more than 50 years.  The company was awarded a $228.5 million NASA contract to develop the spacesuit system for Artemis 3, with the design based partly on NASA’s xEMU reference suit.  Axiom has been conducting testing and making changes intended … Continue reading Axiom Space working to revise lunar spacesuit for early Artemis missions

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Technology

Shock gloves purchased by ICE cause intense pain and quick compliance, Army study finds

A previously unreleased Army study found that electric-shock gloves purchased by Immigration and Customs Enforcement caused intense pain and led military personnel posing as prisoners to stop resisting almost immediately. ICE signed a $16.7 million contract in August to purchase 6,000 pairs of the gloves, despite agency officials being aware of the Army study’s findings. The study found that participants experienced fatigue, soreness and fear … Continue reading Shock gloves purchased by ICE cause intense pain and quick compliance, Army study finds

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Business

IMF chief urges governments to tighten belts as global debt levels soar

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is urging governments to tighten spending as global public debt reaches its highest level since World War II and is projected to exceed 100% of global GDP before 2030. She warned that rising government bond yields are increasing borrowing costs and putting additional pressure on already strained budgets, particularly in heavily indebted advanced economies. Georgieva said governments can no longer … Continue reading IMF chief urges governments to tighten belts as global debt levels soar

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Business

High mortgage rates strand home sellers as buyer demand plummets

Rising mortgage rates and high home prices are weakening demand, leaving many U.S. home sellers struggling to attract buyers. Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%, making monthly payments more expensive and pushing many potential buyers to delay purchases.  As homes remain on the market longer, sellers are increasingly cutting asking prices and offering concessions to encourage buyers to make deals. The housing market is also … Continue reading High mortgage rates strand home sellers as buyer demand plummets

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Politics

Trump plans to turn Mar-a-Lago into official presidential retreat

Donald Trump is proposing to turn his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida into an official presidential retreat where foreign leaders could be hosted and future presidents could receive complimentary memberships. The proposal submitted to Palm Beach County officials envisions the property hosting international summits and serving as a vacation residence for presidents visiting Florida. Trump’s lawyers say the project would establish Mar-a-Lago as a presidential institution … Continue reading Trump plans to turn Mar-a-Lago into official presidential retreat

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Politics

Rubio rails against open borders, globalism in speech from ancient Greek ruins

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a speech in Athens calling on Western nations to restore the values and principles he says have shaped Western civilization.  Speaking near the historic Acropolis, Rubio highlighted qualities including courage, ambition, curiosity and loyalty to one’s nation as important to the West’s future.  Rubio connected his message to President Donald Trump’s “America First” approach, arguing that putting national … Continue reading Rubio rails against open borders, globalism in speech from ancient Greek ruins

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Politics

Puigdemont welcomes Spain’s amnesty but warns it is not the solution for Catalonia

Former Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont welcomed a Spanish court decision allowing an amnesty to apply to him and lifting his arrest warrant, potentially allowing him to return to Spain after nine years in exile.  Puigdemont said, however, that the amnesty does not resolve the broader political dispute between Catalonia and Spain or the independence aspirations of some Catalans. He argued that the legal proceedings against … Continue reading Puigdemont welcomes Spain’s amnesty but warns it is not the solution for Catalonia

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