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The 1859 Solar Storm That Powered Telegraphs With the Sky Itself — and Could Cripple Us Today
In 1859, the most powerful solar storm on record, known as the Carrington Event, was so intense that it turned Earth itself into an electrical power s…
By Jamie Sullivan · Aug 12, 2026
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Europe Witnesses Its First Total Solar Eclipse in 27 Years Today
A total solar eclipse is just one day away, set to occur on August 12, 2026. Live coverage is underway tracking the buildup to the celestial event, wi…
By Jamie Sullivan · Aug 12, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Science Says These 10 Foods Can Calm Inflammation and Protect Your Health
Experts recommend incorporating specific anti-inflammatory foods into your regular diet to support overall health. Foods with scientifically proven an…
By Jamie Sullivan · Aug 12, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Trump Signs Vaccine Order While Repeating Debunked Claims About Autism
President Trump has repeated false and misleading claims linking vaccines to autism, continuing a long pattern of spreading vaccine misinformation. He…
By Jordan Hayes · Aug 12, 2026
YOUR MONEY
Nvidia and Wall Street Titans Forge $500 Billion Alliance to Power the AI Era
Nvidia has secured $500 billion in funding from major Wall Street investors to expand its artificial intelligence infrastructure. The capital will go …
By Morgan Ellis · Aug 12, 2026
YOUR MONEY
Powerball Jackpot Surges to $975 Million as America Waits for a Billionaire
The Powerball jackpot is closing in on $1 billion after Monday night's drawing produced no winner. With no ticket matching the $905 million prize, the…
By Taylor Reed · Aug 12, 2026
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Five Years and 2.4 Million Girls Later, Afghanistan Stands Alone in Banning Education
A new UN report reveals that 2.4 million Afghan girls have been locked out of secondary education for five years under Taliban rule, making Afghanista…
By Hayden Walsh · Aug 12, 2026
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Two Rare Sky Events Collide Today in a Once-in-a-Century Celestial Show
Skywatchers are in for a rare treat today as a total solar eclipse sweeps across the Arctic and parts of Europe, the first visible from mainland Europ…
By Drew Mitchell · Aug 12, 2026
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How Trump Secretly Escaped Turkey in a Catering Truck to Dodge an Iranian Missile Plot
US officials have revealed that President Trump secretly switched planes while departing Turkey last month to avoid a potential Iranian missile threat…
By Emerson Gray · Aug 12, 2026
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USA Swimming's CFO Resigns After Arrest on Theft and Embezzlement Charges
USA Swimming's Chief Financial Officer Cory Hilliard has resigned following his arrest. Hilliard's departure marks a significant leadership shake-up f…
By Emerson Gray · Aug 12, 2026
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Violent Crime Drops to Historic Lows Across America's Biggest Cities
Violent crime continues to decline across America's largest cities, according to the White House. The trend reflects a broader national pattern of imp…
By Quinn Foster · Aug 12, 2026
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USA Swimming's New CFO Resigns Two Days After Arrest on Embezzlement Charges
USA Swimming's chief financial officer has resigned after being arrested on embezzlement charges in Colorado. The departure comes as the national gove…
By Casey Morgan · Aug 12, 2026
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USA Swimming's CFO Arrested for Embezzlement, Resigns Days Later
USA Swimming's chief financial officer has been placed on administrative leave following an arrest, according to reports. The national governing body …
By Sydney Parker · Aug 12, 2026
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The Citizen App Promises Safety but Its Growing Paywall Is Raising Alarms
The Citizen app is a public safety platform designed to keep users informed about incidents happening in their local area. The app delivers real-time …
By Hayden Walsh · Aug 12, 2026
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Light Pollution Is Stealing the Stars Faster Than Anyone Realized
Artificial light pollution is erasing stars from our night sky twice as fast as satellite data previously indicated, according to a study analyzing ov…
By Devin Marsh · Aug 11, 2026
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Nearly a Billion People Just Watched the Sun Disappear From the Sky
A partial solar eclipse on August 12 will be visible to nearly one billion people around the world, making it a widely watched astronomical event. Abo…
By Sydney Parker · Aug 11, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
How a Common Sugar May Be Helping Ovarian Cancer Escape and Spread
A common sugar may play a role in helping cancer cells break away and spread throughout the body, according to new research. Scientists found that the…
By Avery Bennett · Aug 11, 2026
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Kenyan Bodybuilder's Silent Suffering Exposes Africa's Reproductive Health Crisis
Reproductive health conditions like cysts and fibroids continue to place a heavy burden on women across Africa, where stigma and limited access to car…
By Devin Marsh · Aug 11, 2026
YOUR MONEY
Sanders Tells Top AI CEOs to Stop Building or Congress Will Step In
Senator Bernie Sanders is urging top AI company executives to voluntarily pause the development of artificial intelligence, warning that Congress will…
By Avery Bennett · Aug 11, 2026
YOUR MONEY
Japan's Nikkei Surges While Oil Climbs on Hormuz Uncertainty
Global markets showed a mixed picture Monday as Asian and European shares traded unevenly following a positive week on Wall Street. Japan's Nikkei 225…
By Sydney Parker · Aug 11, 2026
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Brain Scans Reveal Dogs Read Human Emotions With Surprising Sophistication
Dogs can read human facial expressions and distinguish between different emotions, according to new brain scan research. MRI scans of dogs shown photo…
By Emerson Gray · Aug 11, 2026
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Tupac Murder Trial Finally Begins Thirty Years After His Killing
Jury selection has begun for Duane "Keefe D" Davis, charged with the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. Davis, a former gang leader, allegedly direct…
By Casey Morgan · Aug 11, 2026
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Colombia's Deadliest Earthquake in Decades Kills Over 160 as Rescuers Race Against Time
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and injuring dozens more. Centered near San José del Palmar i…
By Cameron Brooks · Aug 11, 2026
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USA Swimming's New CFO Arrested for Alleged Theft and Embezzlement at University of Colorado
Cory Hilliard, the newly appointed CFO of USA Swimming, has been arrested on charges related to misappropriating funds during his time at the Universi…
By Rowan Fletcher · Aug 11, 2026