A 36-year-old woman in Alaska suffered serious injuries during a bear attack near her home while jogging early Tuesday morning. The attack occurred around her driveway. A neighbor found her and called authorities. She was airlifted to a hospital in Anchorage. Authorities searched the area by foot...
Naomi Osaka criticized Jelena Ostapenko's comments towards Taylor Townsend at the US Open. Ostapenko, after a match, accused Townsend of lacking education and class. Osaka called Ostapenko's remarks "one of the worst things you can say to a black tennis player." Townsend, while not interpreting the comments as racist,...
A study suggests that common painkillers ibuprofen (Advil) and acetaminophen (Tylenol) may increase the risk of deadly bacterial infections. Lab experiments showed these drugs, when used alone or together, made bacteria more resistant to antibiotics. While the research was conducted in a lab, scientists warn about regular painkiller...
Hurricane Katrina's devastating impact on Mississippi's Gulf Coast is still felt 20 years later. The storm surge, reaching 30 feet, destroyed tens of thousands of homes and businesses, killing 238 people in the state. Recovery has been slow and uneven, with some areas still showing significant damage and...
Julia Roberts defended her new film, "After the Hunt," at the Venice Film Festival. The thriller features a professor accused of misconduct by her mentee, sparking debate about #MeToo and cancel culture. Roberts argued the film isn't undermining feminism but instead encourages difficult conversations and challenges viewers' beliefs. ...
President Trump revoked Kamala Harris's extended Secret Service protection, ending a year-long extension granted by President Biden. This protection, exceeding the standard six months for former vice presidents, was canceled via a memorandum. Harris's upcoming book tour increases her public profile and security concerns. Her aides worry...
The Trump administration plans to overturn the 2001 Roadless Rule, allowing road construction in nearly 60 million acres of national forests. The administration claims this will improve wildfire fighting capabilities. However, experts disagree, warning that more roads could lead to more wildfires due to increased human access and altered...
The UK government barred Israeli officials from a major London arms fair due to Israel's escalated military actions in Gaza. This decision, criticized by Israel, is part of UK efforts to pressure Israel into a ceasefire and a two-state solution. While Israeli government officials are excluded, private Israeli...
Senator Lindsey Graham proposed retaliatory measures against Norway after its sovereign wealth fund divested from Caterpillar. Graham suggested additional tariffs on Norway and halting US visas for fund leaders. This action is in response to what Graham sees as Norway punishing American companies due to geopolitical disagreements. The senator's...
The White House appointed Jim O'Neill, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s deputy, as acting CDC director, sparking controversy. O'Neill lacks medical expertise, unlike the fired director, Susan Monarez, whose lawyers are fighting her dismissal. This decision fuels concerns about political interference in public health, with several senior CDC officials...
