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3 people rescued from U.S. Antarctica base in high-risk operation

Three people in need of medical care were evacuated from McMurdo Station in Antarctica by New Zealand’s air force during a daring 20-hour rescue mission in freezing temperatures and total darkness. One patient required urgent care, prompting the U.S. National Science Foundation to request help due to limited medical resources. A Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules, equipped with a doctor and night vision … Continue reading 3 people rescued from U.S. Antarctica base in high-risk operation

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Space

Nasa to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030

NASA plans to fast-track building a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 to support a permanent human base, amid growing competition from China and Russia. The initiative, backed by acting NASA head Sean Duffy, aims to secure U.S. leadership in lunar exploration and national security. However, the project faces challenges, including recent steep budget cuts, technical hurdles, and concerns about political motivations overshadowing scientific … Continue reading Nasa to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030

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Business

Pfizer hikes 2025 profit outlook on cost cuts, strong quarterly results

Pfizer raised its full-year adjusted profit forecast due to cost cuts and strong business performance, beating Q2 revenue estimates driven by Covid products and other drugs. The new profit guidance is $2.90 to $3.10 per share, up from $2.80 to $3.00, while maintaining its 2025 revenue outlook of $61 billion to $64 billion. The company plans to record a $1.35 billion one-time charge linked to … Continue reading Pfizer hikes 2025 profit outlook on cost cuts, strong quarterly results

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AMD reports weaker-than-expected earnings even as revenue tops estimates

AMD reported slightly missed earnings with 48 cents per share vs. 49 expected, but revenue beat estimates at $7.69 billion. The stock dropped 5% after hours. The company expects $8.7 billion in sales next quarter. AMD is the second-largest AI GPU maker behind Nvidia, gaining clients like OpenAI. New AI chips, Instinct MI400, launch next year, but U.S. export controls hurt sales to China, costing … Continue reading AMD reports weaker-than-expected earnings even as revenue tops estimates

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OpenAI in talks with investors about share sale at $500 billion valuation

OpenAI is in early talks with investors about a potential secondary stock sale valuing the company at around $500 billion, with current and former employees selling shares. Thrive Capital, an existing investor, may lead the round. OpenAI’s valuation has soared since launching ChatGPT in 2022, reaching $300 billion after a $40 billion funding round earlier this year. Recently, OpenAI released new open-weight language models and … Continue reading OpenAI in talks with investors about share sale at $500 billion valuation

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Politics

Trump threatens federal control of D.C. following attack on administration staffer

Former President Donald Trump has threatened a federal takeover of Washington, D.C., following an attempted carjacking involving Edward Coristine, a Department of Government Efficiency staffer, and his partner. Two 15-year-olds were arrested in the attack, and police say more suspects are being sought. Trump cited rising crime and called for tougher penalties for minors, despite data showing violent crime in D.C. is down 26% from … Continue reading Trump threatens federal control of D.C. following attack on administration staffer

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Trump and Johnson face escalating GOP revolt on redistricting

A growing number of House Republicans from blue states are speaking out against their party’s mid-decade redistricting efforts, fearing they could lose their own seats. Their opposition marks a break with Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Trump, who support GOP-led map redraws in states like Texas to gain more House seats. Reps. Kevin Kiley (R-Calif.), Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), and Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) have criticized … Continue reading Trump and Johnson face escalating GOP revolt on redistricting

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Clintons subpoenaed to testify in congressional Epstein investigation

Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton are among several high-profile figures subpoenaed by a U.S. congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein. Led by Republican James Comer, the House Oversight Committee is seeking testimony and documents related to Epstein’s sex trafficking case and the federal government’s handling of it. Other subpoenaed individuals include former U.S. Attorneys General and FBI directors. Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify … Continue reading Clintons subpoenaed to testify in congressional Epstein investigation

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Conor McGregor launches campaign to become Ireland’s president

Conor McGregor has officially announced his bid to become the next president of Ireland, just days after losing an appeal in a civil rape case. In a social media post, the former UFC champion criticized Ireland’s election rules as barriers to democratic participation and launched a petition to change the nomination process so he can appear on the ballot. McGregor, who has no political experience, … Continue reading Conor McGregor launches campaign to become Ireland’s president

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Democrats go nuclear in redistricting arms race

Top Democrats are escalating their response to a Trump-backed push to redraw Texas’ congressional map, which could give Republicans up to five new House seats and potentially secure a GOP majority in 2026. Over 50 Texas Democrats fled the state to block the vote, while GOP leaders threaten fines and legal action. In response, Democratic governors in California, New York, and Illinois are launching aggressive … Continue reading Democrats go nuclear in redistricting arms race

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U.S. News

Oregon man accused of killing 3 women is indicted on fourth murder charge

Jesse Lee Calhoun, already indicted for the murders of three women in the Portland area, has now been charged with a fourth killing—that of 22-year-old Kristin Smith in November 2022. A grand jury added counts of second-degree murder and abuse of a corpse to his case. Calhoun, suspected of killing and dumping the bodies of young women across Oregon and southwest Washington, remains in custody … Continue reading Oregon man accused of killing 3 women is indicted on fourth murder charge

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Fast-moving wildfires burn nearly 21,000 acres across northwestern Colorado

Firefighters are battling multiple lightning-sparked wildfires in northwestern Colorado that have burned nearly 21,000 acres near Meeker. The Elk Fire has scorched 7,750 acres, and the Lee Fire—now merged with the Grease Fire—has spread across 13,025 acres. Hot, dry, and windy conditions are fueling rapid fire growth, prompting structure protection efforts and a disaster emergency declaration from Governor Jared Polis. Two homes have been lost, … Continue reading Fast-moving wildfires burn nearly 21,000 acres across northwestern Colorado

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4 dead after medical transport plane crashes while landing in Arizona

Four people were killed when a medical transport plane crashed and caught fire while landing at Chinle Municipal Airport in Arizona’s Navajo Nation on Tuesday. The Beechcraft 300, owned by CSI Aviation, was en route to pick up a patient when it went down. The cause of the crash is unknown, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating. Authorities called it a tragic loss for … Continue reading 4 dead after medical transport plane crashes while landing in Arizona

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Tennessee executes Byron Black despite concerns about his defibrillator

Tennessee executed 69-year-old Byron Black on Tuesday by lethal injection, despite concerns that his implanted defibrillator could prolong his death by attempting to restart his heart. Black, convicted of a 1988 triple murder, had his final appeal rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court, which declined to block the execution over concerns of cruel and unusual punishment. Witnesses reported Black appeared in pain during the process, … Continue reading Tennessee executes Byron Black despite concerns about his defibrillator

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Suspect in Tennessee quadruple killing captured after week on the run

The weeklong manhunt for Austin Robert Drummond, 28, ended Tuesday when he was arrested in Jackson, Tennessee. Drummond is accused of killing four people, including three family members and a boyfriend, on July 29, and abandoning a baby in a nearby yard. He was unarmed at the time of arrest, which was made possible by multiple 911 calls from local residents. Authorities praised the community’s … Continue reading Suspect in Tennessee quadruple killing captured after week on the run

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Rescuers in Norway search for missing US climate journalist Alec Luhn

Rescue teams are searching for U.S. climate journalist Alec Luhn, who went missing while hiking on a glacier in Norway’s Folgefonna National Park on July 31. Luhn, 38, is an experienced outdoorsman and climate reporter known for covering Arctic regions and shrinking glaciers. Poor weather is hindering rescue efforts, with crews using dogs and drones instead of helicopters. Luhn’s wife reported him missing after he … Continue reading Rescuers in Norway search for missing US climate journalist Alec Luhn

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A bird dropped a fish on power lines and sparked a brush fire in Canada, firefighters say

Firefighters in Ashcroft, British Columbia, believe a brush fire on July 30 was sparked when an osprey dropped a large fish onto power lines, likely due to heat exhaustion. The fish ignited dry grass below, causing a blaze that briefly cut power to the town. About 4,800 gallons of water were used to extinguish the fire. Thankfully, the bird—dubbed the “prime suspect”—was unharmed, the Associated … Continue reading A bird dropped a fish on power lines and sparked a brush fire in Canada, firefighters say

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100 people missing as flash flood tears through town in northern India

A sudden cloudburst triggered a devastating flash flood and mudslide in the Himalayan town of Dharali, Uttarakhand, India, on Tuesday, killing at least four people and leaving around 60 missing, including soldiers. The flood, fueled by intense rainfall, swept away buildings and overwhelmed the town during a local festival. Rescue operations are underway, but ongoing rain and damaged roads are hampering efforts. Authorities warn of … Continue reading 100 people missing as flash flood tears through town in northern India

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NATO to coordinate regular and large-scale arm deliveries to Ukraine

NATO has begun coordinating regular large-scale weapons deliveries to Ukraine, with key contributions from European nations. The Netherlands pledged €500 million in air defense and other military aid, while Sweden, Denmark, and Norway will jointly send $500 million in weapons and equipment, arriving by September. These packages, largely sourced from U.S. stockpiles, target Ukraine’s urgent battlefield needs—especially air defenses—as Russia intensifies its attacks. European allies … Continue reading NATO to coordinate regular and large-scale arm deliveries to Ukraine

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Pandemic fears explode as virus rips through China

China is experiencing a surge in chikungunya virus cases, with over 10,000 infections reported, mostly in Guangdong Province. The city of Foshan alone has over 7,000 cases, prompting Covid-like isolation measures for patients. Though no deaths have been reported, the virus—spread by Aedes mosquitoes—can cause fever, joint pain, and, in rare cases, severe complications. The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the … Continue reading Pandemic fears explode as virus rips through China

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Space

SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites from Florida, lands rocket at sea

SpaceX launched 28 more Starlink internet satellites into orbit early on August 4 from Florida, marking its 96th Falcon 9 mission of the year. The rocket’s first stage, flying for the 21st time, successfully landed on the drone ship Just Read the Instructions. The Starlink constellation now includes over 8,000 satellites, with more launches planned as the network continues to expand, Space.com has reported. Written by … Continue reading SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites from Florida, lands rocket at sea

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Politics

Abbott orders arrest of lawmakers who fled state

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) ordered the arrest of Democratic state lawmakers who fled the state to block a controversial GOP redistricting plan aimed at boosting Republican seats in Congress. Abbott accused the Democrats of abandoning their duties and obstructing other key legislation. He also directed the Texas Rangers to investigate possible bribery tied to donations helping lawmakers avoid $500 daily fines. Republican leaders largely … Continue reading Abbott orders arrest of lawmakers who fled state

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Business

Harley-Davidson Names Topgolf Leader as New CEO

Harley-Davidson has named Topgolf CEO Arthur Starrs as its next chief executive, succeeding Jochen Zeitz amid declining U.S. demand and tariff pressures. Starrs, who previously held roles at Pizza Hut and Topgolf, will take over later this year. Zeitz, who led Harley for five years and launched its “Hardwire” strategy, will remain a senior adviser until 2026. The company faces challenges including weak demand for … Continue reading Harley-Davidson Names Topgolf Leader as New CEO

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Palantir tops $1 billion in revenue for the first time, boosts guidance

Palantir surpassed $1 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time, beating Wall Street expectations and raising its full-year forecast. Revenue rose 48% year-over-year, with U.S. revenue up 68% and commercial U.S. revenue nearly doubling. Net income jumped 144% to $326.7 million. Palantir also secured a $10 billion U.S. Army contract and closed numerous large deals. Shares have more than doubled this year, pushing its … Continue reading Palantir tops $1 billion in revenue for the first time, boosts guidance

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BP makes its biggest oil and natural gas discovery in 25 years as it refocuses on fossil fuels

BP has announced its largest oil and gas discovery in 25 years off the coast of Brazil, marking a major shift back to fossil fuels. The Bumerangue find could become a key production hub, though no reserve estimates have been released yet. The discovery is part of BP’s strategy to boost oil and gas output, regain investor confidence, and counter falling share performance. This is … Continue reading BP makes its biggest oil and natural gas discovery in 25 years as it refocuses on fossil fuels

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