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Business

After more than a century, the Campbell’s company drops ‘soup’ from its name

The Campbell Soup Company, founded in 1869 and known for its iconic soup cans, will drop “Soup” from its name and become The Campbell’s Company. This change reflects the company’s new strategy and mission, aiming to encompass its broader portfolio beyond just soups. With net sales of $9.6 billion last year, Campbell’s is also following recent trends of rebranding, similar to Twitter’s transition to X … Continue reading After more than a century, the Campbell’s company drops ‘soup’ from its name

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Business

Major grocery chain hiring 13,000 workers, raising starting pay to up to $23 per hour

Discount grocery chain Aldi will hire 13,000 additional workers for the holiday season, increasing the average hourly wage to $23. New hires, working in stores and warehouses, will start at $18 to $23 per hour depending on the role. Aldi, which operates over 2,000 stores across 36 states with a current workforce of more than 49,000, offers health insurance, paid time off, flexible scheduling, and … Continue reading Major grocery chain hiring 13,000 workers, raising starting pay to up to $23 per hour

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Politics

Republicans push for clean stopgap as leaders regroup on shutdown plan

As the government shutdown deadline approaches, a growing number of House Republicans believe a clean continuing resolution (CR) is the likely solution, postponing the shutdown until after the election. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) abandoned a vote on his conservative funding bill after it failed to gain enough GOP support, pushing the House back to square one. Some Republicans still advocate for another conservative bill to … Continue reading Republicans push for clean stopgap as leaders regroup on shutdown plan

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Politics

Trump says he would end all taxes on overtime pay at first post-debate rally

At a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, former President Donald Trump announced that if elected, he would eliminate taxes on overtime pay. Trump claimed this would encourage work and make it easier for companies to hire. The Harris campaign criticized the proposal as insincere, pointing to Trump’s previous policies that reduced overtime protections, NBC News has reported. Trump’s pledge follows a debate against Vice President … Continue reading Trump says he would end all taxes on overtime pay at first post-debate rally

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Politics

Garland says he won’t let the Justice Department be used as a political weapon

Attorney General Merrick Garland declared Thursday that he will not permit the Justice Department to be used as a political tool, addressing what he called “conspiracy theories and dangerous falsehoods” aimed at federal law enforcement. Speaking to Justice Department members, Garland reaffirmed the department’s commitment to impartiality amid accusations from Republicans that it is politically weaponized against former President Donald Trump. Garland condemned these attacks … Continue reading Garland says he won’t let the Justice Department be used as a political weapon

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Politics

Mussolini’s granddaughter quits Meloni’s party saying it’s too right wing

Rachele Mussolini, granddaughter of Italy’s wartime dictator Benito Mussolini, announced she is leaving Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party due to its right-wing stance and recent disagreements over minority rights. Mussolini, a prominent city councillor in Rome, will join the more centrist Forza Italia group. She cited her dissatisfaction with Brothers of Italy’s positions on civil rights and a recent dispute over gender … Continue reading Mussolini’s granddaughter quits Meloni’s party saying it’s too right wing

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Politics

DHS designates Electoral College vote count as special national security event

Homeland Security has designated the Electoral College vote count and certification as a special national security event, with the U.S. Secret Service responsible for security. This decision follows the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack aimed at disrupting the certification of President Biden’s victory. The designation aligns the Electoral College count with other major events like presidential inaugurations and State of the Union addresses. The Secret … Continue reading DHS designates Electoral College vote count as special national security event

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U.S. News

Man charged in Line Fire tried to set off two other blazes, officials say

Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, from Norco, has been charged with igniting the massive Line Fire in San Bernardino County on September 5. Prosecutors say Halstenberg also attempted to start two other fires that day. He faces nine felony charges, including aggravated arson and arson causing great bodily injury, and is held without bail. The Line Fire has burned 37,207 acres and is 18% contained. The … Continue reading Man charged in Line Fire tried to set off two other blazes, officials say

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U.S. News

Louisiana communities assess damage and begin cleanup after Francine

AccuWeather estimates Hurricane Francine’s total damage and economic losses at $9 billion, including flooding, power outages, and business interruptions from halted Gulf of Mexico oil platform operations. Chief Meteorologist Jon Porter described Francine as a short but impactful hurricane in New Orleans. Despite the significant impact, Francine’s costs are lower compared to other recent storms this season, AccuWeather has reported. Notably, many homeowners face challenges … Continue reading Louisiana communities assess damage and begin cleanup after Francine

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U.S. News

NYPD commissioner resigns amid corruption investigation

NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban has resigned, effective 5 p.m. Friday, Mayor Eric Adams announced. Caban’s decision follows reports of federal investigators seizing electronic devices from his home and other NYPD executives, though his lawyers state he is not a target of the investigation. In his resignation letter, Caban cited recent developments as a distraction to the department. Tom Donlon, a former FBI official, will serve … Continue reading NYPD commissioner resigns amid corruption investigation

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U.S. News

NORAD Scrambles Fighter Jets To Intercept Russian Aircraft Near Alaska

The U.S. scrambled fighter jets after detecting two Russian military aircraft near Alaska’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), NORAD reported. The Russian aircraft stayed in international airspace and did not enter U.S. or Canadian sovereign airspace. NORAD stated this activity is not considered a threat but is monitored closely. Similar incursions have occurred frequently, with at least four reported near Alaska in 2023. The intercept … Continue reading NORAD Scrambles Fighter Jets To Intercept Russian Aircraft Near Alaska

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U.S. News

Southern California Breaks Record For Most 4.0+ Mag Quakes In Single Year

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Malibu at 7:28 a.m., followed by a 2.8 aftershock and four more ranging from 2.7 to 3.5 in the next hour, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Initially reported as a 5.1, the quake was centered five miles north of Malibu and seven miles deep. No injuries or significant damage have been reported. USGS seismologist Lucy Jones noted a rise … Continue reading Southern California Breaks Record For Most 4.0+ Mag Quakes In Single Year

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World News

Australia strips medals from military commanders over Afghanistan war crime allegations

Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles announced that several current and former military commanders have been stripped of medals due to alleged war crimes committed in Afghanistan between 2005 and 2016. The decision follows recommendations from Maj. Gen. Paul Brereton, who found that Australian troops were involved in the unlawful killings of 39 Afghans. Marles emphasized that the medals were revoked not for the commanders’ direct … Continue reading Australia strips medals from military commanders over Afghanistan war crime allegations

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World News

UK navy intercepts ‘narco sub’ in Caribbean carrying $209M worth of cocaine

The Royal Navy’s HMS Trent has intercepted its first-ever “narco-sub” in the Caribbean, seizing 4,409 pounds of cocaine worth $209.4 million. In collaboration with the US Coast Guard, the operation occurred 190 nautical miles south of the Dominican Republic. Over eight months, HMS Trent has intercepted nearly $981.6 million in drugs through eight busts, surpassing HMS Argyll as the top Royal Navy ship in drug … Continue reading UK navy intercepts ‘narco sub’ in Caribbean carrying $209M worth of cocaine

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World News

Three Red Cross workers killed in eastern Ukraine shelling

A Russian attack on a Red Cross vehicle in eastern Ukraine killed three aid workers and wounded two others, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The incident occurred during preparations for an aid distribution in the Donetsk region. ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric condemned the attack, calling it “unconscionable.” All victims were Ukrainian citizens. The UN reported … Continue reading Three Red Cross workers killed in eastern Ukraine shelling

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World News

IDF names 9 Hamas operatives, including 3 UNRWA staffers, killed in strike on school

The United Nations condemned an Israeli airstrike on the Al-Jawni school in Gaza, which killed 18 people, including UN staffers. Israel’s military claimed the school was a Hamas control center used for planning attacks. The UNRWA reported six staffers killed in the strikes, marking the highest death toll among its team in a single incident. The IDF identified nine Hamas operatives killed in the strike, … Continue reading IDF names 9 Hamas operatives, including 3 UNRWA staffers, killed in strike on school

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World News

Putin sends direct threat to NATO over ‘act of war’

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that NATO would be “at war” with Russia if the West allows Ukraine to use longer-range weapons to strike Russian targets. Putin emphasized that such a move would signify direct NATO involvement in the conflict, prompting Russia to take “appropriate decisions” in response. Meanwhile, UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is set to discuss Ukraine’s request to use long-range Storm … Continue reading Putin sends direct threat to NATO over ‘act of war’

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Space

NASA spacecraft to study Jupiter moon’s underground ocean cleared for October launch

NASA has approved the launch of the Europa Clipper spacecraft, scheduled for October 10 aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. After addressing concerns about the spacecraft’s transistors and their ability to handle Europa’s intense radiation, NASA confirmed that the spacecraft is ready for its $5 billion mission. The Europa Clipper will spend six years traveling to Jupiter, conducting close flybys of Europa to investigate its … Continue reading NASA spacecraft to study Jupiter moon’s underground ocean cleared for October launch

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Politics

Kamala Harris, Donald Trump shake hands again at 9/11 anniversary ceremony

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump shook hands at the 9/11 anniversary ceremony in Manhattan. This handshake followed their first meeting at a presidential debate the night before, breaking an eight-year tradition of no handshakes at debates. On 9/11, Biden and Harris attended ceremonies at Ground Zero, Shanksville, and the Pentagon, while Trump also visited Shanksville, ABC News has reported. Biden reflected … Continue reading Kamala Harris, Donald Trump shake hands again at 9/11 anniversary ceremony

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House Speaker Johnson pulls government funding bill after GOP support collapses

House Speaker Mike Johnson postponed a vote on a stopgap funding bill after over a dozen Republicans withdrew their support. The bill aimed to fund the government for six months and included the SAVE Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration. Congressional Democrats oppose any spending plan linked to the SAVE Act, likely blocking it in the Senate. Former President Donald Trump has … Continue reading House Speaker Johnson pulls government funding bill after GOP support collapses

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World News

Top US and UK diplomats visit Kyiv as Ukraine pleads for permission to strike inside Russia

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Kyiv to show support amid Ukraine’s conflict with Russia. Ukrainian officials pressed for permission to use Western-provided long-range missiles against Russian targets, which Western leaders fear could escalate the war. Lammy emphasized the critical stage of the conflict and pledged £3 billion ($3.9 billion) annually for Ukraine. Despite U.S. President Joe Biden’s … Continue reading Top US and UK diplomats visit Kyiv as Ukraine pleads for permission to strike inside Russia

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Flash flood hits Vietnam, storm toll rises to 155 dead

A flash flood triggered by Typhoon Yagi swept away Lang Nu hamlet in northern Vietnam, killing 30 people and leaving about 65 missing. The disaster, caused by water gushing down from a mountain in Lao Cai province, buried the hamlet in mud and debris, with only about a dozen survivors. The overall death toll from the typhoon and its aftermath has reached 155, with 141 … Continue reading Flash flood hits Vietnam, storm toll rises to 155 dead

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Archaeology

1,500-year-old gold coins from Byzantine Empire discovered in medieval dwelling in Bulgaria

Archaeologists in Bulgaria have discovered five gold coins from the time of Emperor Justinian the Great (A.D. 527–565) on the floor of a 10th-century house in the village of Debnevo, suggesting the coins were kept as heirlooms. Found during ongoing excavations of a medieval dwelling damaged by fire, the coins date back around 400 years before the house was built. The coins are “tremissis” types, … Continue reading 1,500-year-old gold coins from Byzantine Empire discovered in medieval dwelling in Bulgaria

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Space

SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn crew

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission, a groundbreaking journey into Earth’s Van Allen radiation belts with a four-person civilian crew aiming to conduct the first commercial spacewalk, successfully launched at 5:23 a.m. ET. SpaceX livestreamed the event, with ground controllers offering encouragement to the crew, including the first SpaceX employees to go to space. The mission, delayed by weather, requires careful timing for the crew’s five-day return, … Continue reading SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn crew

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Technology

Mysterious Plasma Bubbles Have Appeared Over the Pyramids

China’s low-latitude, long-range ionospheric radar (LARID) on Hainan Island has detected equatorial plasma bubbles (EPBs) above the Midway Islands and Egypt for the first time. These anomalies occur in the ionosphere, where UV light creates ion layers, but sometimes irregularities form, disrupting communication signals. LARID, with a detection range of nearly 6,000 miles, identified these bubbles during a solar storm in November 2023, Popular Mechanics … Continue reading Mysterious Plasma Bubbles Have Appeared Over the Pyramids

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