Danville, CA World War II vet celebrates 104th birthday with key to the city
In Danville, CA Tuesday, a World War II veteran was honored with a party and presented the key to the city as he celebrated his 104th birthday.
Scientists use cosmic rays to date earliest evidence of humans in Europe
The fresh dating analysis of the artifacts reveals the earliest known presence of hominins in Europe, said Roman Garba, an archaeologist at the Czech Academy of Sciences in Prague. The first humans to inhabit Europe made their way from east to west, the report also suggested.
Whales Are Dying and the Fossil Fuel Industry is Lying
Whoever would have thought fossil fuel industry front groups would make whales and other marine species a cultural wedge issue? However, thanks to a deception campaign targeting wind energy that’s exactly where we find ourselves.
Astronomers discover oldest ‘dead’ galaxy in distant universe
Astronomers have spotted the oldest “dead” galaxy ever observed while studying the cosmos with the James Webb Space Telescope, and it’s one of the deepest views into the distant universe made with the observatory to date.
Sheila Jackson Lee Secures Resounding Victory in Texas' Super Tuesday Showdown
In a remarkable display of political prowess, Sheila Jackson Lee, the enduring representative and senior member of the Texas Delegation, clinched a decisive 60% victory in the 18th Congressional District during this Super Tuesday's electric showdown.
Baltimore vacant homes for $1; some city council members ask mayor to halt proposal
Baltimore City leaders are at odds over a new policy to tackle the vacant homes crisis.
US asks Haiti’s Prime Minister to ‘move forward’ on political transition amid turmoil
The US has called for “urgent” movement toward a political transition in Haiti, as gangs run amok in the nation’s capital and opposition groups demand Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s resignation.
Mid-Term Election Summary: Alfred, Jackson Lee, Johnson, Ashley: Big Winners In Super Tuesday Mid-Terms
In a remarkable display of political vigor, U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, who once graced the NFL fields, has emerged triumphant in the Democratic primary, poised to challenge U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in what is anticipated to be a fiercely competitive Texas Senate race. Allred, acclaimed for his 2018 success in transforming a Dallas congressional district, continues to build on his reputation as a formidable force in Texas politics.
Russian missile strikes near Zelensky/Greek PM’s convoy in Odesa
A Russian missile that killed five people in the Black Sea port city of Odesa on Wednesday landed just 500 yards from a convoy carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, a source said.
Crew members killed for first time in Houthi attack on commercial ship in Red Sea, US officials say
A Houthi ballistic missile attack on a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden resulted in at least two fatalities among the crew members, two US officials told CNN, marking the first time that the Iran-backed militant group has killed anyone as part of their ongoing attacks on ships transiting the Red Sea.
House expects to vote on key government funding bills; lawmakers rush to beat shutdown deadline
The House is expected to vote on Wednesday to pass a package of six government funding bills as lawmakers race the clock to get the legislation through both chambers before an end of the week shutdown deadline.
A daily step count goal may counteract effects of sitting
Ten thousand steps per day have long been known as the magic number needed to lower risk of disease and early death. What researchers didn’t know was whether the amount could have the same effect even for people who are sedentary most of the day.
Cash-strapped Britain cuts taxes for workers; election looms
UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt announced a tax cut for workers Wednesday as he unveiled what is likely to be the government’s last budget before a general election later this year.
Many women fear for safety when running alone - how they prepare
Dorothy Beal switches up where and when she runs to avoid a pattern in case someone is watching her. She also waves at passing runners who appear friendly so that if she goes missing, someone may be able to pinpoint where she was last seen, she says.
Drake promises first-time KC parents $20K
Two Kansas Citians are saying “We’ll Be Fine” after attending one of Drake’s concerts at the T-Mobile Center. Bebe Gist and Jaime Jimenez say the rapper gave them a new meaning to life with a promise of $20,000 Sunday.
Nashville, TN: Family prepares to say goodbye to son after he was allegedly knocked unconscious by Nashville bar security guard
A family is trying to figure out how to say goodbye to their son as they plan to make the difficult decision to take 26-year-old Austin Turner off life support.
Haley’s dropout makes 2024 one of the shortest primary seasons
Nikki Haley suspended her campaign Wednesday morning, leaving former President Donald Trump as the presumptive GOP nominee. Haley’s exit, 51 days after the Iowa caucuses, makes 2024 one of the fastest-narrowing primary fields in recent history.
Nashville, TN: Woman and child recorded while changing at Nashville gym
More charges have been filed against the man accused of recording women in private changing rooms at a Nashville gym.
Shark warning signs still up at Kaimana Beach after shark encounter
Shark warning signs are still up after an aggressive shark took a bite out of a surfer's board on Monday.
Charges dropped against grieving Candler mother accused of disrupting son's crime scene
A Candler woman described as being "emotionally distraught and inconsolable" following the death of her son in a Hendersonville parking lot will not face charges, authorities said Tuesday.
