22 killed in Israeli strikes on Beirut, Lebanon says

Israeli airstrikes on central Beirut killed 22 people and injured 117, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. The strikes targeted residential areas in Bachoura, with unconfirmed reports suggesting Wafiq Safa, a Hezbollah security official, may have been the target. Rescuers worked through the rubble, and many injured were taken to the hospital. The attacks follow weeks of escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah, with no comment … Continue reading 22 killed in Israeli strikes on Beirut, Lebanon says

Moscow Ambassador Exits USA With Warning of ‘Nuclear Catastrophe’

Russia’s Ambassador to the U.S., Anatoly Antonov, has ended his seven-year term, warning of deteriorating U.S.-Russia relations and the risk of nuclear conflict over Ukraine. In an interview with Newsweek, Antonov criticized U.S. and NATO support for Ukraine, arguing that Washington is ignoring Russia’s warnings and escalating tensions. He accused American politicians of recklessly prolonging the conflict for electoral gain and stifling voices of reason, Newsweek … Continue reading Moscow Ambassador Exits USA With Warning of ‘Nuclear Catastrophe’

Mysterious 5,000-year-old jade dragons could reveal origins of Chinese civilization

Archaeologists have discovered over 100 ancient jade artefacts at the Yuanbaoshan site in Chifeng city, Inner Mongolia, offering insights into the origins of Chinese civilization. Among the finds are three jade dragons, each over 5,000 years old, with one being the largest of its kind found in northern China. These “pig-headed dragons” are linked to the Hongshan culture, known for producing some of the earliest … Continue reading Mysterious 5,000-year-old jade dragons could reveal origins of Chinese civilization

NASA releases clearest view of Mars, blue rocks seen on landscape

NASA has unveiled the clearest images of Mars captured by the Perseverance rover, revealing dark blue, jagged volcanic basalt rocks on an ancient lakebed within Jezero Crater. This area, named “Mount Washburn” after a mountain in Yellowstone National Park, also features a unique light-toned boulder nicknamed “Atoko Point,” identified as anorthosite—a silica-rich volcanic rock previously theorized but never documented on Mars. The Perseverance team is … Continue reading NASA releases clearest view of Mars, blue rocks seen on landscape

A rare comet brightens the night skies in October

A rare bright comet, Tsuchinshan-Atlas, is approaching Earth and will make its closest pass on Saturday. It is expected to be visible with the naked eye through the end of October, though binoculars or telescopes will enhance the view. Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas, also designated C/2023 A3, was discovered last year and originated from the Oort Cloud, beyond Pluto. After passing within 44 million miles (71 million … Continue reading A rare comet brightens the night skies in October

The sun fires off another powerful X flare, triggering radio blackouts across the Americas

The sunspot AR 3842 remains active as it exits the sun’s western limb, having unleashed an X2.1 solar flare on October 7 at 3:13 p.m. EDT. This follows a historic X9.05 solar flare on October 3, the strongest in seven years. The X2.1 flare generated significant ultraviolet radiation, causing shortwave radio blackouts across North and South America and the Pacific. The U.S. National Oceanic and … Continue reading The sun fires off another powerful X flare, triggering radio blackouts across the Americas

World’s most powerful X-ray laser set for massive upgrade that will help us better understand the atomic world

Scientists are set to explore the secrets of subatomic particles more deeply following a major upgrade to the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), the world’s most powerful X-ray laser, based at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. The U.S. Department of Energy has approved the LCLS-II-HE upgrade, which will enhance the laser’s brightness by 3,000 times, making it capable of producing over one petabyte of data daily. … Continue reading World’s most powerful X-ray laser set for massive upgrade that will help us better understand the atomic world

Amazon tests adding robot warehouses to Whole Foods

Amazon is testing mini warehouses at Whole Foods stores, starting with a location in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, as part of an effort to attract more shoppers and compete with other grocery chains. The micro fulfillment centers will allow customers to order items from Amazon’s website or Amazon Fresh while shopping at Whole Foods, offering a wider range of products not available in-store, like Pepsi or … Continue reading Amazon tests adding robot warehouses to Whole Foods

Robots will now deliver food to students on the University of Minnesota campus

The University of Minnesota has introduced a new food delivery service using robots, operated by Starship Technologies. These robots deliver from popular campus spots like Panda Express and Starbucks for a small fee. Students and staff can order food via the Starship app and track the robot’s location in real-time. Equipped with sensors, cameras, and GPS, the robots can navigate obstacles and work in various … Continue reading Robots will now deliver food to students on the University of Minnesota campus

Honda recalls 1.7M vehicles for defective steering gearbox component

Honda is recalling around 1.7 million Honda and Acura vehicles in the U.S. due to a potentially defective steering gearbox component that could increase the risk of crashes. Affected models include the 2022-2025 Honda Civic, 2023-2025 Honda CR-V, 2023-2025 Honda HR-V, and 2023-2025 Acura Integra, among others. The issue, caused by increased friction in the steering mechanism, has not resulted in any injuries or deaths, … Continue reading Honda recalls 1.7M vehicles for defective steering gearbox component

US government considers a breakup of Google

The U.S. government is considering breaking up Google, marking the first potential dismantling of a major monopoly since AT&T’s breakup four decades ago. The Justice Department may propose separating Google’s search business from Android, Chrome, and Google Play to prevent it from using these products to dominate search and emerging AI markets. This follows a federal ruling that Google violated antitrust laws through exclusive contracts … Continue reading US government considers a breakup of Google

Brazil lifts ban on Elon Musk’s X platform

Brazil’s Supreme Court has lifted the ban on Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) after the platform was blocked over disinformation issues. Judge Alexandre de Moraes authorized X’s return after the company paid $5.2 million in fines for failing to comply with court orders. Brazil’s communications regulator was given 24 hours to restore access. The platform, suspended in August over election-related disinformation and legal noncompliance, faced … Continue reading Brazil lifts ban on Elon Musk’s X platform

Viktor Orbán splits the European Parliament with presidential speech

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s presentation of his priorities for Hungary’s EU presidency sharply divided the European Parliament. His supporters applauded, while critics, including the European People’s Party and left-wing MEPs, expressed concerns over corruption and the rule of law in Hungary. Orbán was labeled an “autocrat” and “dictator” by opponents, while others criticized his foreign policy and migration stance. However, Orbán’s defense of traditional … Continue reading Viktor Orbán splits the European Parliament with presidential speech

Hillary Clinton sells just 27,000 books in first week

Hillary Clinton’s latest memoir, Something Lost, Something Gained: Lessons on Life, Love, and Liberty, released last month, has seen lackluster sales compared to her previous book What Happened from 2017. Her first memoir, which reflected on her 2016 election loss, sold 167,000 copies in its first week, while the new release only sold 27,000 copies. The book revisits familiar themes of her historic candidacy, her loss to Donald … Continue reading Hillary Clinton sells just 27,000 books in first week

Susan Rice: Trump’s reported calls with Putin appear illegal 

Former UN ambassador Susan Rice criticized former President Trump after reports claimed he has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin at least seven times since leaving office, potentially violating the Logan Act. The law prohibits unauthorized negotiations with foreign governments in conflict with the U.S. Rice pointed out the irony, as Trump previously accused John Kerry of violating the same law for speaking with Iranian … Continue reading Susan Rice: Trump’s reported calls with Putin appear illegal 

Harris campaign distances itself from ’60 Minutes’ edit: ‘We do not control CBS’s production decisions’

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign is distancing itself from controversy after CBS aired two different answers to the same question during her “60 Minutes” interview. A longer, meandering response aired on “Face the Nation” was replaced by a shorter, more focused version on a special Monday edition of “60 Minutes,” prompting confusion. Conservatives criticized her initial answer as a “word salad.” The Harris campaign clarified … Continue reading Harris campaign distances itself from ’60 Minutes’ edit: ‘We do not control CBS’s production decisions’

Biden held ‘direct,’ 30-minute call with Netanyahu, White House says

President Joe Biden held a 30-minute phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, their first conversation in nearly two months, to discuss Israel’s response to an Iranian missile attack. Biden urged a “proportional” retaliation and condemned the Iranian strike but did not elaborate on Israel’s plans. The call reflects growing tensions between the two leaders, with Biden frustrated over Netanyahu’s dismissiveness of his advice, … Continue reading Biden held ‘direct,’ 30-minute call with Netanyahu, White House says

Pilot dies aboard Turkish Airlines flight, forcing emergency landing in New York

A Turkish Airlines flight from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing in New York after the 59-year-old captain, İlçehin Pehlivan, lost consciousness mid-flight. Despite medical intervention, he could not be revived and died before the Airbus A350 landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport around 6 a.m. on Wednesday. The co-pilot managed the emergency landing, and arrangements were made for passengers to continue their … Continue reading Pilot dies aboard Turkish Airlines flight, forcing emergency landing in New York

Garth Brooks names his rape accuser and says he’s ‘victim of a shakedown’

Country music star Garth Brooks has publicly named his accuser, identified as Jane Roe, in a recent lawsuit alleging rape. Brooks’ legal team claims he is the victim of a “shakedown,” stating that the woman disregarded a judge’s authority in a related case. In response, Roe’s attorneys plan to seek maximum sanctions against Brooks, accusing him of publicly naming a rape victim out of spite. … Continue reading Garth Brooks names his rape accuser and says he’s ‘victim of a shakedown’

Implosion brings down Tropicana casino in Vegas to make way for baseball stadium

The Tropicana hotel on the Las Vegas Strip was imploded early Wednesday, marking the end of the last true mob building in the area. The event featured fireworks and was the first casino implosion in nearly a decade, paving the way for a new $1.5 billion baseball stadium for the Oakland Athletics. Once known as the “Tiffany of the Strip,” the Tropicana opened in 1957 … Continue reading Implosion brings down Tropicana casino in Vegas to make way for baseball stadium

FBI thwarts Election Day terror attack plot in name of ISIS

U.S. officials foiled a plot to carry out a terror attack on Election Day by Afghan citizen Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, who was arrested in Oklahoma City. Tawhedi, linked to ISIS, allegedly purchased weapons and planned to target large gatherings with his juvenile brother-in-law. Court filings reveal Tawhedi communicated with an ISIS recruiter and intended to die as a martyr. He was charged with providing … Continue reading FBI thwarts Election Day terror attack plot in name of ISIS

Rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds lash Florida as Hurricane Milton draws near

Hurricane Milton unleashed rain, tornadoes, and strong winds on the U.S. coast Wednesday as residents faced a last chance to evacuate. The storm, expected to make landfall in Florida, posed significant threats to the Tampa Bay region, with officials warning of a potentially catastrophic impact. Evacuations were ordered for 15 Florida counties, affecting 7.2 million people. Milton, a Category 3 hurricane, brought tropical storm-force winds, … Continue reading Rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds lash Florida as Hurricane Milton draws near

Russian troops grind towards Pokrovsk, take second Ukrainian town in a week

Russia has captured its second town in Ukraine’s Donetsk region within a week, seizing Hrodivka following Vuhledar. Ukrainian forces report over 150 daily assaults across the front. Russia’s air campaign has intensified, with President Zelenskyy stating that Russia dropped 800 glide bombs and launched 400 drones and 20 missiles last week. Zelenskyy urged allies to provide long-range weapons to counter Russia’s airstrikes, Al-Jazeera has reported. … Continue reading Russian troops grind towards Pokrovsk, take second Ukrainian town in a week

North Korea to cut off road and rail links to South Korea

North Korea announced it will fully sever its border with South Korea, cutting off all remaining roads and railways. This move follows months of fortifying its border and leader Kim Jong Un’s decision to abandon peaceful reunification efforts. North Korea’s army cited heightened military tensions and recent U.S.-South Korea joint exercises as reasons for the action. South Korea called the move a “desperate measure” from … Continue reading North Korea to cut off road and rail links to South Korea

Ukraine claims drone hit on North Korean weapons cache in Russia’s Bryansk

Ukraine’s military claims to have struck a Russian weapons depot in Bryansk, targeting munitions, including those supplied by North Korea. The drone attack aimed to disrupt Russia’s logistics and reduce its offensive capabilities. Following the strike, Bryansk authorities declared a state of emergency due to detonations. Russia said 24 drones were intercepted. This comes after reports that North Korean soldiers are fighting alongside Russian troops, … Continue reading Ukraine claims drone hit on North Korean weapons cache in Russia’s Bryansk