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5 killed and suspect dead in incident in Michigan

Law enforcement say five people have been killed and a suspect is dead in an incident that played out at two homes and a wooded area in Michigan

Trump downplays concerns about living conditions on aircraft carrier

President Trump downplayed concerns about living conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez got reaction fro…

Flood threat rising in the Midwest

Across the storm zone, the flood threat is growing tonight. Rivers are rising and threatening to wash out more homes. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports f…

5 people killed in rural Michigan; suspect found dead

Five people were found dead in rural northern Michigan on Friday, state police said.

BBC wants to interview Jared and Ivanka Trump as part of its defense in Trump defamation lawsuit

The broadcaster argues the Trump family was close to president as he worked on infamous January 6 speech at heart of the case

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued

Quake hit Indonesia’s Flores region with a depth of 10km early on Saturday morningA powerful 7.7-magnitude quake has struck off the coast of Indonesia…

At least six people dead and one wounded in mass shooting in rural Michigan

Suspected gunman fled the scene, prompting a manhunt, before he and another individual were found deceased A mass shooting on Friday has left six peop…

Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia: USGS

Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warned of the possibility of tsunami waves being generated by the earthquake

Rove: Trump must stop 'gaslighting' Americans over economy 

Republican strategist Karl Rove on Friday criticized President Trump’s insistence that the U.S. economy is thriving despite rising prices amid the Ira…

Senate launches investigation into Roblox due to safety concerns

{beacon} Technology Technology   The Big Story Senate probes kids’ safety issues in Roblox A bipartisan pair of senators launched an investigation thi…

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo

Thirty lions and tigers from a closed Argentine zoo are starting a new life at wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off coast of Indonesia, USGS says

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has struck off the coast of Indonesia, The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake hit Indonesia’s Flores region wit…

Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 15, #1161

Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle for Aug. 15, 2026.

Ukrainian drones disabled US armor brigade in simulated warfare 'so quickly' that they had to respawn the equipment

The US military was defeated by Ukrainian drones in military exercises, demonstrating the latter's superiority and its ability to teach drone defense …

Samsung is working on an AirPods Max 2 rival, likely for 2027

Samsung could be preparing its first new wireless headphones in years, with Galaxy H1 references reportedly discovered inside the Galaxy Wearable app.

Why tech bosses keep sharing their manifestos about AI

Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg is the latest Big Tech name to pen a letter thousands of words long about AI.

Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, August 15 (game #1664)

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions. Looking for a different day?A new Quordle puzzle app…

NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, August 15 (game #1161)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles. Looking for a dif…

NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, August 15 (game #895)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram. Looking for a different day?A ne…

Waymo receives permission to offer rides in Sacramento and San Diego

The company will also be able to expand its fleet across more of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles.

Fermi receives subpoena from US District Court for Project Matador documents

Fermi's legal and governance challenges could undermine investor confidence and jeopardize the ambitious Project Matador's future viability. The post …

Donald Trump expected to meet with crypto executives at White House next week

The meeting could influence regulatory frameworks, potentially boosting innovation and growth in the digital asset and prediction market sectors. The …

Anthropic reports 14-fold revenue increase in Q2, signals first profitable quarter ahead of potential IPO

Anthropic's rapid growth and profitability highlight AI's transformative potential, challenging tech giants and reshaping market dynamics. The post An…

Trump expected to attend White House meeting with crypto CEOs, sources say

Those involved in a meeting of CEOs from the worlds of crypto, prediction markets and AI anticipate President Donald Trump will take part in next week…

Ethereum abandons its 8-year cryptography bet after proof systems flip the tradeoff

Faster binary-field proofs are making SHA and BLAKE practical for a future L1 without declaring Poseidon broken. The post Ethereum abandons its 8-year…

US SEC extends hands-off policy on shareholder proposals, raising governance concerns

The SEC's policy shift may weaken shareholder influence, potentially leading to increased corporate self-regulation and legal disputes. The post US SE…

Nvidia scales back financial guarantee to under $120B for OpenAI data center project

Nvidia's reduced financial guarantee for OpenAI's data center highlights the complexities and risks of large-scale AI infrastructure investments. The …

Bitwise Chainlink ETF pulls in $1.5M in weekly inflows despite brutal returns since launch

Despite poor returns, steady inflows into the Bitwise Chainlink ETF highlight investor confidence in regulated crypto exposure options. The post Bitwi…

Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits

Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings

Jane Street takes $15 billion hit following tech sell-off, FT reports

Anthropic quarterly revenue eclipses $11.5 billion amid IPO prep - Bloomberg

Exclusive-Jane Street took $15 billion hit in July tied to Situational Awareness, sources say 

Mexico stocks lower at close of trade; S&P/BMV IPC down 0.66%

Druckenmiller loads up on Amazon and AMD while dumping some chipmakers, 13F shows

Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway’s third-largest investment

Anne Hathaway Says Films Where Dogs Die “Should Automatically Be Rated R”

The actress said she's seen comments made by fans who are worried that the dog in 'The End of Oak Street' may not make it.

Is Harry Jowsey Legally Married After Let's Marry Harry? He Says…

Harry Jowsey may be more single than you think. While he and Amber Mozo had a wedding on the finale of his Netflix series Let's Marry Harry, the reali…

13 Most Shocking Deaths in 'House of the Dragon'

HBO's House of the Dragon features no shortage of bloodshed, and we highlight the most shocking deaths in the Game of Thrones prequel series. Spoiler …

Marvel Officially Reveals Apocalypse’s Fate After the ‘X-Men ’97’ Season 2 Finale [Exclusive]

Marvel boss Brad Winderbaum explains whether fans will see Apocalypse again after the events of the X-Men '97 Season 2 finale. There’s no better time …

10 Twilight Zone Episodes That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Some of the best episodes of The Twilight Zone have timeless themes and stories that have only gotten better with time and every rewatch. The Twilight…

7 Marvel Heroes Stronger Than Thanos

The Mad Titan is neither invincible nor unbeatable and has been defeated multiple times by multiple characters in Marvel Comics. It’s no secret that T…

Brittney Palmer Is ‘Magnificent’ Topless In A G-String For The Weekend

Brittney Palmer is upping the ante on Instagram just in time for the weekend. The former UFC Ring Girl, 39, […] The Brittney Palmer Is ‘Magnificent’ T…

Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Ends After a Long Hiatus (But It’s Not What You Think)

Image Courtesy of Kakao Entertainment Solo Leveling: Ragnarok returned to Tapas this month after a long hiatus. However, it’s not the manhwa series, b…

Two drives, two punts for Tua Tagovailoa in Falcons debut

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa made his preseason debut with the Falcons on Friday night against the Broncos. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa made his preseaso…

Cade Klubnik plays two series, leads Jets to 10 points

The Jets made a late change at quarterback on Friday and rookie Cade Klubnik got the start against the Buccaneers as a result. The Jets made a late ch…

Boxing star Claressa Shields has it all. Well, expect for knockouts. Does that matter?

Claressa Shields has won two Olympic gold medals, 19 world titles and is 18-0 as a pro, but she has only three knockouts. Does that matter? As a star …

Video: UFC 330 full card final faceoffs with two title fights and more

UFC 330 final faceoffs are complete after ceremonial weigh-ins for the final numbered event of the summer. PHILADELPHIA - UFC 330 ceremonial weigh-ins…

Who is, isn’t playing for Seahawks exhibition vs Dallas; Lawrence’s final year

Coach Mike Macdonald, new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury to change how Seattle uses quarterbacks Drew Lock, Jalen Milroe in these games. If you wa…

AROUND THE CAMPS: Dunmore’s strong family bond will lead team in 2026

DUNMORE – Jack McHale has been a Dunmore Buck since birth. For as long as he can remember, he has been a part of the tradition-rich football program. …

Complete 2026-27 OKC Thunder schedule team-by-team breakdown

Complete 2026-27 Oklahoma City Thunder schedule team-by-team breakdown. Along with the rest of the NBA, the Oklahoma City Thunder have announced their…

How Scottie Scheffler delivered just what Memphis golf fans needed at the St. Jude

Scottie Scheffler dialed up a well-timed dandy at TPC Southwind — and for that, we thank him. MEMPHIS, TN — Scottie Scheffler dialed up a well-timed d…

Timeline of Luigi Mangione's Criminal Cases in the Killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO

(MedPage Today) -- Luigi Mangione's guilty plea Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson resolved one …

HIV-Positive Woman Donated Breast Milk Over Social Media

(MedPage Today) -- Health officials from California warned on the dangers of acquiring breast milk outside of vetted channels after multiple infants w…

Epic’s alleged anticompetitive practices under scrutiny from federal, state investigators

Epic Systems is the subject of a broad inquiry into its business practices, people who were contacted by FTC investigators told STAT. The Federal Trad…

Junk Food & Prostate Cancer; 'Office' Star's Stage IV Diagnosis; New Cancer Cluster?

(MedPage Today) -- Men with a higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods had a significantly higher risk for developing prostate cancer in a large stu…

Can 'Ferritin Face' Signal Underlying Anemia? Hematologists Weigh In

(MedPage Today) -- Welcome to Culture Clinic, MedPage Today's collaboration with Northwell Health to offer a healthcare professional's take on the lat…

Opinion: AAP president: How pediatricians are navigating federal leaders’ fearmongering on vaccines

Every parent experiences a unique mix of emotions when caring for a newborn baby. You’re filled with an overwhelming sense of pride, love, and awe for…

Genomic Newborn Screening Could Identify Childhood Cancer Predisposition

(MedPage Today) -- Adding genomic testing to routine newborn screening identified children at increased risk of developing certain childhood cancers, …

Why is Selena Gomez being sued?

BBC journalist Ana Guerra-Moore looks at why investors who backed Wondermind Global are claiming the pop star failed to fulfil promises.

Green roofs can help cool cities in the summer heat, but building them is only the first step. Many don't survive

As summer temperatures soar across the United States and Europe, cities are being forced to confront the difficult reality that they're getting danger…

Airborne observatory improves views of solar corona during cloud-covered eclipse

Using unique equipment installed on NASA's WB-57 aircraft flying above heavy clouds off the coast of Iceland, a Southwest Research Institute-led team …

Wheat gene behind Hessian fly resistance cloned after 50-year search

Researchers at the University of Maryland and their collaborators have cloned a gene that makes wheat resistant to feeding by Hessian fly larvae and d…

Unlocking the past: New method helps gain insights into old tissues

A book sits atop a table. Although it's closed, its title, "Encyclopedia of Human Tissue," promises untold secrets. Perhaps with this book, you can le…

Europe's mountain summits are warming—vegetation is responding in surprisingly different ways

Decades of climate change have not left Europe's mountain vegetation unscathed. However, the changes observed do not always match expectations. As a n…

'Strap yourself in and feel the Gs': NASA announces 'Max Power' aerospace expo

NASA announced today (Aug. 14) that it will hold a two-day aerospace expo this November — an event whose name should draw a chuckle from "Simpsons" fa…

Draft dark skies guidance drawn up for the Highlands

The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date.

Engineered microbe speeds CO₂ capture and recovers critical metals

A genetically engineered bacterium can rapidly break down one of Earth's most abundant minerals, opening a promising new pathway for simultaneously re…