Antonio Reyes, 21, has been charged with six counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder for a series of seemingly random attacks in Chicago’s Southwest Side in 2020. Prosecutors say Reyes, then 17, targeted victims with no apparent motive, including children as young as three. He has been in custody since 2021 on a separate murder charge and allegedly tried to kill his … Continue reading Chicago teen charged as serial murderer
Attorney General Pam Bondi has demanded the FBI release all withheld Jeffrey Epstein investigation files by Friday morning, alleging “thousands of pages” remain undisclosed. A tipster claimed only about 200 pages had been provided, despite prior requests. Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) is drafting the Preventing Epstein Documentation Obliteration Act (PEDO Act) to prevent the destruction of Epstein-related records. Whistleblowers suggest FBI agents may be erasing files, the … Continue reading FBI withheld ‘thousands of pages’ of Jeffrey Epstein docs, Pam Bondi says
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home, along with one of their dogs. A maintenance worker discovered their bodies on Wednesday. Authorities found no signs of foul play, carbon monoxide poisoning, or a gas leak, though they deemed the deaths “suspicious enough” for further investigation. Hackman was found in the entryway, … Continue reading Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were dead for some time, warrant shows
A North Carolina woman, Robin Deaton, 52, has been charged with attempted murder and kidnapping after allegedly locking her boyfriend in a storage unit for five days without food or water. The 51-year-old victim managed to find his phone and call 911 for help on Monday. Police described the storage unit as packed with items, making it difficult to move. The man, dehydrated but otherwise … Continue reading Woman accused of locking boyfriend in storage unit for days
A Cleveland-area school bus carrying 15 students caught fire Thursday morning, but all students were safely evacuated thanks to the driver’s quick actions. The fire started behind a rear wheel while en route to Monticello Middle School. Superintendent Liz Kirby praised the driver and students for their calm response, crediting annual evacuation drills. Another vehicle transported the students to school, where support staff assisted them. … Continue reading School bus with 15 students bursts into flames during morning route
Gunfire and explosions erupted at a rally held by Rwanda-backed rebels in Bukavu, eastern DR Congo, killing at least 11 and injuring 60, according to reports. The rebels blamed President Tshisekedi’s government, while he accused a “foreign army.” Rebel leader Corneille Nangaa had earlier promised security in the city before the attack. The rebels, including M23, have seized key cities since January, displacing 500,000 people, … Continue reading Deadly explosions hit rebel rally in DR Congo
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a strategic cruise missile test and ordered full nuclear readiness, calling it the most effective defense, state media reported. The test, conducted Wednesday over the sea, aimed to warn “enemies” and demonstrate nuclear capabilities. South Korea confirmed tracking the launches. Unlike ballistic missiles, cruise missiles are not banned under U.N. resolutions. The test follows Kim’s military school visits, … Continue reading North Korea’s Kim orders nuclear readiness after missile test, state media says
Mexico extradited drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, wanted for the 1985 killing of a U.S. DEA agent, along with 28 other cartel members to the U.S. The prisoners face charges including drug trafficking, murder, and money laundering. Among them are Los Zetas leaders Miguel and Omar Treviño Morales. The transfer coincided with Mexican officials’ visit to Washington amid trade and security negotiations. Caro Quintero, arrested … Continue reading Mexico sends 29 cartel suspects to U.S. to face charges, including drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero
A car rammed into a bus stop at Karkur Junction, Israel, injuring at least 13 people, including a critically wounded 17-year-old girl. The suspect, a 53-year-old Palestinian from Jenin living in Israel without a permit, fled but was stopped by police. He rammed a police vehicle and was “neutralized” after charging officers with a sharp object. Among the injured are a police officer and several … Continue reading At least 13 injured after car rams into bus stop in Israel
A fast-spreading mystery illness linked to bats has killed 60 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with nearly half dying within 48 hours, the WHO reported. The disease, causing hemorrhagic fever symptoms, has infected over 1,000 people, with outbreaks in Équateur Province. Scientists suspect a new virus, as Ebola and Marburg have been ruled out. The outbreak worsens Congo’s healthcare crisis, already strained by … Continue reading Mystery Disease Linked to Bats Kills Scores in Congo
Peruvian conservators recently uncovered a Moche throne room at the Pañamarca archaeological site, believed to have been used by a female ruler. This discovery, led by Dr. Michele Koons from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, is one of only three known thrones in Peru suggesting a queen’s rule. The throne shows signs of use, with human hair embedded in it. The murals and … Continue reading Denver archaeologist helps discover ancient Peruvian throne room
NASA’s Artemis program is advancing with Gateway, a lunar space station set to support astronauts and deep-space exploration. Key progress includes near-completion of the HALO module in Italy, which will be integrated with the Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) before launching aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy by December 2027. ESA is developing communication and habitation modules, while Maxar is finalizing the PPE’s propulsion and solar … Continue reading NASA’s Artemis Program Takes a Big Leap With the Gateway Lunar Space Station
NASA has selected SpaceX to launch its NEO Surveyor spacecraft in September 2027 to detect potentially hazardous asteroids and comets. The $100 million mission will send the telescope to a stable orbit 930,000 miles from Earth, where it will scan for NEOs in infrared. Over five years, it aims to identify at least two-thirds of undiscovered objects 460 feet wide or larger, Space.com has reported. … Continue reading NASA picks SpaceX rocket to launch asteroid threat hunter NEO Surveyor in 2027
NASA’s SPHEREx observatory is set to launch Thursday aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to map over 450 million galaxies. The $488 million mission will survey the entire sky in 102 infrared colors, offering insights into galaxy formation, cosmic inflation, and the origins of water in the Milky Way. Using spectroscopy, SPHEREx will create a 3D map of the universe, helping scientists study the early … Continue reading NASA space observatory poised to launch on a mission to map 450 million galaxies
Sanctuary AI has integrated new tactile sensors into its Phoenix robots, improving dexterous manipulation for teleoperated tasks. The sensors enhance precision by providing real-time touch feedback, reducing reliance on video alone. Sanctuary, a leader in general-purpose robotics, has raised $140 million and ranked third globally for U.S. patents by Morgan Stanley. The company’s hydraulic-actuated hands now feature seven-cell touch sensors with near-human sensitivity, enabling fine … Continue reading Sanctuary AI integrates tactile sensors into Phoenix general purpose robots
PulteGroup, one of the largest U.S. homebuilders, used AI and robotics to rapidly construct a home in Florida. The pilot test featured Hadrian X, an AI-guided construction robot from Australian firm FBR, at TerraWalk in Babcock Ranch, the nation’s first solar-powered town. Hadrian X can build structural walls in a day using a robotic arm and specialized adhesive. PulteGroup says the technology improves efficiency, safety, … Continue reading Robot utilizes AI to construct walls in 1 day
Chinese scientists linked to the PLA are exploring equipping ground robots with deadly thermobaric weapons for urban warfare. These robots would work alongside drones to detect and neutralize threats, particularly in underground complexes. Thermobaric weapons create intense explosions that can vaporize bodies and destroy bunkers, raising concerns about potential war crimes if used in civilian areas. A recent study suggests drones would authorize strikes, with … Continue reading China arms combat robots with thermobaric weapon in urban warfare drill
New home sales fell 10.5% in January to a three-month low of 657,000 units, as high mortgage rates, record prices, and severe winter weather kept buyers away. Mortgage rates remained above 7%, discouraging purchases despite incentives from builders. Analysts expect sales to rebound in February with improved weather, but concerns persist over mortgage rate volatility. The median new home price rose to $446,300, adding to … Continue reading New home sales slump in January amid elevated mortgage rates
Eli Lilly announced a $27 billion investment to build four new U.S. manufacturing sites, bringing its total U.S. investments to over $50 billion. The move, aligned with Trump’s reshoring policies, was unveiled at a Washington, D.C., event featuring Trump administration officials. The sites will boost production of key drug ingredients, including those for its obesity and diabetes treatments Zepbound and Mounjaro, and create over 3,000 … Continue reading Eli Lilly plans at least $27 billion in new U.S. manufacturing investments
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined a five-point plan to lower egg prices, citing avian flu as a key factor. The USDA will invest up to $1 billion, including $500 million for poultry biosecurity and $100 million for vaccine research. Other measures include importing eggs, reviewing regulations like California’s Proposition 12, and funding farmers affected by avian flu, The Hill has reported. Rollins expects the plan … Continue reading Agriculture secretary outlines plan to lower egg prices
Donald Trump announced a new “$5M gold card” visa offering wealthy buyers permanent U.S. residency and a path to citizenship, replacing the EB-5 investor visa. He claimed it would boost job creation and help pay off U.S. debt. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called it an improvement over the EB-5 program, though details on eligibility and limits remain unclear, the BBC has reported. Written by B.C. … Continue reading Trump says $5m ‘gold card’ immigration visas will ‘sell like crazy’
Donald Trump announced plans for a 25% tariff on EU goods, claiming the bloc was created to “screw the United States.” The EU vowed to respond firmly. Trump also suggested possible delays on tariffs for Mexico and Canada, set for March 4, though an official insisted the deadline remains, the BBC has reported. His trade policies have sparked uncertainty, with markets reacting negatively. Written by … Continue reading Trump says 25% tariffs on EU will be announced soon
Romanian populist leader Călin Georgescu was detained and charged just days after U.S. Vice President JD Vance warned of threats to democracy in Romania. Georgescu, who won the first round of last year’s annulled presidential election, was accused of promoting extremist ideologies and inciting actions against the constitutional order. Authorities claim Russian interference influenced the election, but critics call the evidence weak. His arrest sparked … Continue reading Frontrunner of Romania’s Annulled Election Georgescu Indicted
Germany’s outgoing parliament may approve a new €200bn defense fund before dissolving in March, as conservative leader Friedrich Merz pushes for greater military spending amid rising geopolitical tensions. Merz argues Europe must reduce dependence on the U.S., while Germany struggles to meet NATO and U.S. defense spending targets. A proposed constitutional reform to ease borrowing limits remains controversial, with opposition from far-left and far-right factions, … Continue reading German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defense fund
Bosnia’s court has sentenced pro-Russia Bosnian Serb President Milorad Dodik to one year in prison and banned him from politics for six years over his separatist actions. The conviction follows charges of defying the international peace envoy overseeing Bosnia’s stability. Dodik, absent during sentencing, has vowed to disobey the ruling and has threatened secession of Republika Srpska from Bosnia. The US has imposed sanctions on … Continue reading Bosnian Serb president Dodik sentenced for separatist actions
