Georgia teacher dies in toilet paper prank gone wrong: Police

A teacher, Jason Hughes, died in Georgia after being run over during a toilet paper prank outside his home. Hughes had come outside to confront teenagers who were rolling his trees with toilet paper when he tripped and fell into the road. One of the teens driving a vehicle accidentally ran over him, and Hughes later died at the hospital, News Nation has reported. Five … Continue reading Georgia teacher dies in toilet paper prank gone wrong: Police

Pennsylvania State Police trooper shot, killed in West Caln Township

Pennsylvania State Police Cpl. Timothy O’Connor was fatally shot Sunday night in West Caln Township while responding to a call about an erratic driver. O’Connor pulled over the driver, who then shot him before dying by suicide. Gov. Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania State Police officials described O’Connor as a hero who died protecting others. O’Connor, who joined the state police in 2010, leaves behind a … Continue reading Pennsylvania State Police trooper shot, killed in West Caln Township

2 men arrested in connection with explosive devices ignited outside NYC Mayor’s house

Two Pennsylvania men, Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, were arrested after explosive devices were ignited outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s residence during a protest and counterprotest. The FBI has launched a federal terrorism investigation into the incident. Balat allegedly lit and threw an improvised explosive device (IED) toward counterprotesters, while a second device, obtained from Kayumi, was also ignited and dropped … Continue reading 2 men arrested in connection with explosive devices ignited outside NYC Mayor’s house

At least 10 killed in Ukraine’s Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building

A Russian missile strike on a residential building in Kharkiv killed at least 10 people, including two children, and wounded 16 others. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks, which involved 29 missiles and 480 drones targeting energy facilities and infrastructure across Ukraine. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted most of the assault, downing 19 missiles and 453 drones, but several strikes still caused widespread damage. In Kharkiv, … Continue reading At least 10 killed in Ukraine’s Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building

A 7th American is killed in Iran operations, military confirms

The U.S. military confirmed that an American Army soldier died from injuries sustained during an Iranian attack on troops stationed in Saudi Arabia. The soldier was wounded in a March 1 strike and died on Saturday, according to a U.S. official. This brings the total number of American service members killed in the Iran war to seven. Six Army reservists were previously killed in a … Continue reading A 7th American is killed in Iran operations, military confirms

U.S. orders staff to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran war spreads

The U.S. government ordered non-emergency personnel to leave Saudi Arabia as the war involving Iran spread across the Middle East. The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh cited increased risks from armed conflict, terrorism, and potential missile or drone attacks from Iran and Yemen. Meanwhile, Israel launched a new wave of strikes targeting infrastructure in central Iran, including attacks on oil facilities that caused large fires and … Continue reading U.S. orders staff to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran war spreads

Fears In Tehran As Israeli Strikes On Oil Depots Send Toxic Smoke Over City

Airstrikes by American and Israeli forces on oil depots in Tehran and Alborz caused massive fires and thick black smoke to cover parts of the Iranian capital. Residents reported a strange drizzle after the strikes that many described as “acid rain,” believed to contain hydrocarbons from the burning fuel depots. People complained of breathing problems, burning eyes, and throat pain, while authorities warned residents to … Continue reading Fears In Tehran As Israeli Strikes On Oil Depots Send Toxic Smoke Over City

US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific, killing 6

The United States military announced it struck another boat suspected of drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific, killing six men. U.S. Southern Command said intelligence confirmed the vessel was traveling along known narcotics trafficking routes and was involved in drug operations. The command described the six men killed as “male narco-terrorists.” Officials also reported that no U.S. military personnel were harmed during the strike, ABC … Continue reading US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific, killing 6

No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says

NASA has confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR will not hit the moon in 2032, ending earlier concerns of a possible collision. Observations by the Webb Space Telescope in February allowed scientists to refine its orbit, showing it will pass safely 13,200 miles (21,200 kilometers) from the moon on Dec. 22, 2032. The asteroid, roughly 200 feet (60 meters) wide, was discovered in late 2024 and … Continue reading No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says

Vast raises $500 million to keep developing ‘Haven’ private space stations

Vast, a California startup developing private space stations called Haven, has raised $500 million in funding to advance its plans for low Earth orbit outposts. The financing includes $300 million in Series A equity and $200 million in debt, led by Balerion Space Ventures with participation from several global investors. Vast plans to launch its single-module Haven-1 pathfinder station next year, followed by Haven-2 in … Continue reading Vast raises $500 million to keep developing ‘Haven’ private space stations

Asteroid defense mission shifted the orbit of more than its target

NASA’s DART mission successfully demonstrated that a kinetic impact can alter not just a moonlet’s orbit but the trajectory of an entire binary asteroid system. By crashing into Dimorphos, the smaller companion of Didymos, the spacecraft reduced its orbit around the larger asteroid by 33 minutes and nudged the system’s heliocentric velocity by about 11.7 micrometers per second. The effect was amplified by debris ejected … Continue reading Asteroid defense mission shifted the orbit of more than its target

Robot ‘mice’ developed to inspect hadron collider at CERN

A mouse-sized robot named PipeINEER has been developed by UK scientists and CERN to inspect the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) on the Swiss-French border. Measuring just 3.7 cm wide and 20 cm long, the robot autonomously navigates the collider’s narrow, ultra-cold tunnels, capturing detailed images of the beamlines. Using AI, PipeINEER detects deformities in the 1,200 dipole magnets and other structures, making inspections safer and more efficient … Continue reading Robot ‘mice’ developed to inspect hadron collider at CERN

Six Flags to sell 7 of its parks across US, Canada

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation announced it will sell seven of its North American parks to EPR Properties for $331 million to strengthen liquidity and focus on its core operations. The parks being divested include Valleyfair (Minnesota), Worlds of Fun (Missouri), Michigan’s Adventure (Michigan), Schlitterbahn Galveston (Texas), Six Flags St. Louis (Missouri), Six Flags Great Escape (New York), and Six Flags La Ronde (Quebec, Canada). Six … Continue reading Six Flags to sell 7 of its parks across US, Canada

Iran war pushes oil price above $90, threatening rise in global inflation

Oil prices have surged past $90 a barrel, marking the largest weekly gain since the Covid-19 pandemic, as the conflict in Iran disrupts Middle East energy markets. Brent crude reached $91.89 on Friday, up more than 25% since the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, fueled by storage limits in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Concerns over Gulf energy exports have escalated after Iranian drone attacks … Continue reading Iran war pushes oil price above $90, threatening rise in global inflation

U.S. payrolls unexpectedly fell by 92,000 in February

The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, falling short of expectations, as severe winter weather and a Kaiser Permanente strike disrupted hiring, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. The unemployment rate edged up to 4.4%, while long-term unemployment rose to 25.7 weeks—the highest since December 2021. Key sectors such as health care, information services, manufacturing, and government saw job losses, though wages rose 0.4% … Continue reading U.S. payrolls unexpectedly fell by 92,000 in February

Former presidents, mourners are gathering to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson

Thousands gathered in Chicago on March 6 to celebrate the life of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Feb. 17 at age 84. Jackson, a longtime advocate for social justice, worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr., led Operation Breadbasket, and founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Attendees included former presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and first ladies, with performances by Jennifer Hudson … Continue reading Former presidents, mourners are gathering to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson

EU blasts Zelenskyy over veiled threat against Orbán

The European Commission criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for remarks Hungary interpreted as a threat against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Zelenskyy had suggested giving the address of a “certain person”—widely understood to mean Orbán—to Ukrainian troops for a direct “talk in their own language,” prompting Hungarian outrage. Tensions between Kyiv and Budapest have grown over Hungary blocking a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine and … Continue reading EU blasts Zelenskyy over veiled threat against Orbán

Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide

Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales announced he is withdrawing from his reelection race after admitting to an affair with a former staffer, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide. Despite leaving the race, Gonzales said he will complete his current term in Congress. His decision follows pressure from GOP leadership and House colleagues, as well as a House Ethics Committee investigation into his conduct. … Continue reading Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide

Markwayne Mullin, Maga ‘warrior’ and ICE defender, to replace Kristi Noem

Donald Trump nominated Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem after criticism of her $220 million ad campaign and leadership. Mullin, a first-term senator and member of the Cherokee Nation, is a staunch supporter of hardline immigration policies, backing mass deportations, defending ICE, and opposing sanctuary cities. He has drawn attention for controversial remarks, including suggesting American-born children … Continue reading Markwayne Mullin, Maga ‘warrior’ and ICE defender, to replace Kristi Noem

Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem

President Donald Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after criticism over her handling of immigration enforcement and disaster response. He announced he would nominate Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to replace her and named Noem as “Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas,” a new security initiative. Noem had faced intense scrutiny from Republicans over a $220 million ad campaign encouraging undocumented immigrants … Continue reading Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem

Identities released of three women found dead in Utah triple homicide

Three women—86-year-old Margaret Oldroyd, 65-year-old Linda Dewey, and 34-year-old Natalie Graves—were killed in a triple homicide in Wayne County, Utah. Dewey and Graves, aunt and niece, were found at a trailhead south of Torrey, while Oldroyd was discovered at her home in Lyman. Investigators tracked the suspect, 22-year-old Ivin Miller from Iowa, across multiple states using license plate readers and a key fob GPS, ultimately … Continue reading Identities released of three women found dead in Utah triple homicide

Mother and daughter reported dead after tornado strikes northern Oklahoma

A mother and daughter were killed Thursday night when their vehicle was struck by a tornado west of Fairview, Oklahoma, near State Highways 60 and 243, authorities said. The Major County Sheriff’s Office reported the pair had gone missing earlier in the evening after losing contact while on the phone. Damage to the vehicle indicated it had been hit directly by the tornado, according to … Continue reading Mother and daughter reported dead after tornado strikes northern Oklahoma

Woman arrested after Ohio girls found dead in suitcases, police say

A woman, Aliyah Henderson, 28, was arrested in Cleveland and charged with murder and child endangerment after the bodies of two girls were found in suitcases buried in shallow graves. The victims, identified through DNA as 10-year-old Amor Wilson and 8-year-old Mila Chatman, were discovered at a park in a residential neighborhood near a school. Authorities found a third child unharmed during the investigation, who … Continue reading Woman arrested after Ohio girls found dead in suitcases, police say

Virginia mandates Jan. 6 be taught as ‘violent insurrection,’ ban election fraud claims in schools

Virginia lawmakers passed HB 333, a bill requiring public schools to teach the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot as a violent attack and prohibiting it from being described as a peaceful protest. The legislation also bars presenting claims of widespread election fraud as credible, though it does not impose criminal penalties for violations. The bill was sponsored by Delegate Dan I. Helmer, a Fairfax Democrat … Continue reading Virginia mandates Jan. 6 be taught as ‘violent insurrection,’ ban election fraud claims in schools

FBI searches home west of Nancy Guthrie’s house

FBI agents are investigating the home next to Nancy Guthrie’s as the search for the missing mother of “Today” anchor Savannah Guthrie enters its 32nd day. Guthrie, 84, was reported missing on Feb. 1, and authorities believe she was abducted during the late night or early morning. Despite multiple ransom notes, she has not been found, and investigators are still reviewing key evidence, including a … Continue reading FBI searches home west of Nancy Guthrie’s house