A 61-year-old man is in critical condition after being pulled into an active MRI machine while wearing a metal chain at a medical center in Westbury, New York. Authorities say he entered the MRI room during a scan, and the powerful magnetic field drew him in, causing a serious medical episode. It’s unclear why he was in the room or if he was a patient. … Continue reading Man with metal neck chain sucked into MRI on Long Island
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned that Moscow may consider preemptive strikes against the West in response to increased NATO and U.S. support for Ukraine, calling the current situation a “full-scale war.” His remarks follow President Donald Trump’s announcement of 100% secondary tariffs on countries buying Russian oil unless Moscow agrees to peace within 50 days. Trump also pledged Patriot missile systems for NATO allies … Continue reading Russia threatens West with ‘preemptive strikes’ as NATO looks to deliver Patriots
A massive fire severely damaged the main stage of Belgium’s Tomorrowland music festival site just two days before the event was set to begin. No injuries were reported, but flames spread to nearby woodland. Organizers are now working to find solutions ahead of the festival’s scheduled start on Friday, the Associated Press has reported. The cause of the fire remains unknown. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Fire engulfs main stage of Belgium’s Tomorrowland music festival
A fire at the newly opened Corniche Hypermarket in Kut, eastern Iraq, has killed at least 61 people and left many injured or missing. The blaze, which broke out Wednesday night, trapped dozens inside the five-storey shopping center, with many victims reportedly suffocating in bathrooms. Firefighters rescued 45 people, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The regional governor declared three days of … Continue reading Iraq’s shopping centre fire leaves 61 dead, many missing
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his call for a ceasefire in Gaza after an Israeli strike killed three civilians sheltering in the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza City. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said the church was hit directly by a tank shell, wounding nine others and damaging the building. Victims included an elderly woman and the parish janitor. Israel expressed regret and is … Continue reading Pope expresses sadness after Israeli strike on Gaza church kills three
The U.S. and Panama conducted a joint military exercise, PANAMAX-Alpha Phase I, from July 13–18 to strengthen defense of the Panama Canal amid concerns over China’s growing regional influence. The U.S. Southern Command’s Joint Task Force-Bravo deployed helicopters for operations focused on infrastructure protection and multinational cooperation. The exercise follows warnings from U.S. officials about China’s military and economic presence in the Western Hemisphere, including … Continue reading US Military Trains To Defend Panama Canal From China
SpaceX launched 26 more Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit on Tuesday, July 15, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 7:05 p.m. PDT and successfully deployed the satellites into orbit. The rocket’s first stage landed on the droneship Of Course I Still Love You in the Pacific Ocean, Space.com has reported. This mission brings the total number of active … Continue reading SpaceX launches 26 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from California
At a Sotheby’s auction in New York, the largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth sold for $5.3 million, setting a record as the most valuable meteorite ever auctioned. The 54-pound rock, discovered in Niger in 2023, traveled from Mars after an asteroid impact. However, a rare juvenile Ceratosaurus dinosaur skeleton stole the spotlight, selling for $30 million after a six-minute bidding war, far surpassing … Continue reading Largest piece of Mars on Earth fetches $5.3 million at auction
Researchers at the University of Florida have deployed 40 robotic rabbits in South Florida to lure and track invasive pythons. Designed to mimic the heat and movements of marsh rabbits—a common python prey—the mechanical bunnies are solar-powered, remotely controlled, and part of a conservation effort to manage the snake population. The project builds on years of research and aims to replace the use of live … Continue reading This tiny, furry robot is taking on invasive pythons in Florida
Bank of America reported mixed Q2 results, beating earnings expectations with 89 cents per share but missing on revenue at $26.61 billion. Profit rose 3% to $7.12 billion. Net interest income increased 7% but came in below forecasts. Trading revenue was strong, with fixed income beating estimates, while equities trading was slightly below expectations. Investment banking fees fell 9% but topped analyst projections, CNBC has reported. Shares were … Continue reading Bank of America puts up mixed results
Goldman Sachs beat expectations in the second quarter, with earnings of $10.91 per share on $14.58 billion in revenue, both well above estimates. Profit rose 22% from a year earlier. Strong trading performance—especially equities trading, which jumped 36%—drove most of the gains. Fixed income trading and investment banking also beat forecasts, while the asset and wealth management division underperformed, CNN has reported. Goldman shares were up 23% … Continue reading Goldman Sachs tops estimates as traders generate $840 million more revenue than expected
Stocks swung sharply Wednesday after reports that President Trump was considering firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Markets initially fell but rebounded when Trump denied he planned to remove Powell “in the near future,” though he didn’t rule it out entirely. The S&P 500 closed up 0.32%, the Nasdaq 0.26%, and the Dow 0.53%. Traders remained wary given Trump’s repeated calls for steep rate cuts. … Continue reading Dow adds 200 points, S&P 500 rises
House Oversight Committee Republicans say they may subpoena former President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden as part of an investigation into whether aides covered up signs of Biden’s mental decline while in office. Chairman James Comer said “every option’s on the table,” while Rep. Byron Donalds called for all former Biden staffers to testify. The committee recently questioned Jill Biden’s longtime aide … Continue reading House Republicans float grilling Joe, Jill Biden as former aides stonewall cover-up probe
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada may have to accept some US tariffs as part of a trade deal, acknowledging the Trump administration’s insistence on including levies in negotiations. This comes as Trump plans to raise tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% starting August 1. Carney warned of possible further Canadian counter-tariffs if no deal is reached but said any agreement must be in Canada’s … Continue reading Carney says US-Canada trade deal likely to include some tariffs
President Trump will host a ceremony Wednesday to sign the bipartisan HALT Fentanyl Act, which toughens prison sentences for trafficking fentanyl and its copycat variants by classifying them as Schedule I drugs. The legislation aims to close legal loopholes and help law enforcement target traffickers. Critics warn it could impose harsh penalties on drug users, CNN has reported. Families who lost loved ones to fentanyl … Continue reading Trump to sign legislation cracking down on illicit fentanyl
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined calls for releasing Jeffrey Epstein-related files, despite Republican leaders blocking a Democratic push to force the issue. Johnson said he supports transparency and urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to clarify her past remarks about an alleged “client list.” Meanwhile, Trump has told his supporters to drop the matter, calling it unimportant, Axios has reported. The split has exposed tensions in … Continue reading Mike Johnson signals break with Trump on Epstein
Former President Trump criticized some of his Republican allies for pushing conspiracy theories about Jeffrey Epstein, saying he doesn’t want their support if they keep demanding more disclosures. Trump called GOP calls for further investigation “Democrat work” and accused them of falling for a smear campaign. Despite this, House Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans have joined Democrats in seeking more transparency about Epstein’s associates … Continue reading Trump wars with allies over Epstein
Three current and former Louisiana police chiefs, a U.S. marshal, and a businessman have been federally indicted in a large visa fraud scheme. Prosecutors say they took bribes to create false police reports so noncitizens could fraudulently obtain U-visas meant for crime victims. The businessman, Chandrakant Patel, allegedly paid officers $5,000 per fake report over nearly a decade, NBC News has reported. The five face … Continue reading Three current and former Louisiana police chiefs are federally charged in alleged visa fraud scheme
Simon John Mariani, 28, died after being struck by lightning while playing golf at Ballyowen Golf Course in New Jersey on July 8. He was participating in an all-day competition with his father, who tried to revive him before emergency crews arrived. Mariani was airlifted to a hospital but died days later. He worked in New York City and was remembered as talented and devoted … Continue reading Golfer dies after being struck by lightning on course in New Jersey
Brady Kiser, husband of influencer Emilie Kiser, may face a felony child abuse charge over the drowning death of their three-year-old son, Trigg, in Arizona. Police recommended charging Brady after he told them he left Trigg unsupervised for several minutes near the backyard pool. The case has drawn widespread attention due to Emilie’s large social media following, Fox News has reported. She has asked the … Continue reading TikTok influencer’s husband faces possible felony charge after son’s tragic pool accident
A 19-year-old sanitation worker was killed after falling into a meat grinder while cleaning it at Tina’s Burritos factory in Vernon, California. The machine activated unexpectedly around 9:30 p.m. Sunday, and co-workers were unable to stop it in time. Police called it an industrial accident with no foul play suspected. Authorities and workplace safety officials are investigating, the U.S. has reported. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Burrito factory worker killed after getting sucked into meat grinder
A large wildfire, sparked by lightning on July 4, has grown to 35,000 acres near Nevada’s Area 51, raising fears among UFO enthusiasts that historic evidence could be destroyed. The Gothic Fire remains uncontained and is burning about 15 miles from the secretive base. While officials say no one is in danger, conspiracy theories have spread online, with some claiming the blaze is a government … Continue reading Enormous fire threatens Area 51
Two British men, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, were sentenced to over four years in prison for cutting down England’s iconic Sycamore Gap Tree in 2023. The nearly 200-year-old tree, beside Hadrian’s Wall and featured in the film “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves,” was felled in minutes with a chainsaw. The act, called “deliberate and mindless” by the judge, caused over £620,000 in damage and … Continue reading Men sentenced to over 4 years in prison for cutting down iconic tree
A stolen Cessna 172 caused a 39-minute shutdown of Vancouver International Airport’s airspace on Tuesday. The plane took off from Victoria, circled over Vancouver, and forced controllers to reroute other aircraft, including a WestJet 737 that had to abort its landing. The stolen plane landed safely and the lone pilot was arrested, CNN has reported. Authorities have not disclosed the suspect’s identity or motive. Written … Continue reading Stolen small plane circles Vancouver airport as controllers ground flights
A volcanic eruption on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula forced the evacuation of tourists from the Blue Lagoon spa and a nearby campsite in Grindavik. The eruption began after intense seismic activity, sending lava southeast from a fissure, though no infrastructure is currently threatened. Grindavik has faced repeated volcanic activity since November 2023 after centuries of dormancy, ABC News has reported. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Iceland volcano erupts, prompting evacuation of town and geothermal spa
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