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Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires

Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state.

Elite school teacher known as 'Mr Wonderful' accused of heinous crimes against students

A former teacher who was nicknamed "Mr. Wonderful" has been charged with three counts of rape involving two former students who allege years of abuse and grooming.

Mexican Mafia turned American neighborhoods into ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ with murders, kidnappings, drugs: feds

Federal authorities announced a sweeping takedown of an alleged Mexican Mafia network in Southern California, charging over 40 in an Orange County crime ring.

Long Island PTA mom accused of stealing $50K from elementary school while she served as NYPD officer

A PTA mom accused of embezzling over $50,000 from a Long Island elementary school was reportedly employed as an NYPD officer at the time of the alleged theft.

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires

Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state.

Elite school teacher known as 'Mr Wonderful' accused of heinous crimes against students

A former teacher who was nicknamed "Mr. Wonderful" has been charged with three counts of rape involving two former students who allege years of abuse and grooming.

Mexican Mafia turned American neighborhoods into ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ with murders, kidnappings, drugs: feds

Federal authorities announced a sweeping takedown of an alleged Mexican Mafia network in Southern California, charging over 40 in an Orange County crime ring.

Around the world

Mexico pyramid shooter who took hostages and killed 1 is identified

Officials identified the gunman who fatally shot a Canadian tourist and wounded others atop a historic pyramid at Teotihuacan in Mexico on Monday.

Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital

Authorities in Indonesia’s capital are seeking to remove at least 10 tons of janitor fish from the city’s waterways.

Nuclear experts warn Iran’s uranium ‘right’ is a myth, say Trump is right to hold firm

Experts say the U.S. must permanently ban Iran's uranium enrichment program, warning Tehran could resume its nuclear weapons path if infrastructure stays.

Carnival Cruise passenger, 67, found dead while snorkeling off the coast of Australia during excursion

A Carnival Splendor passenger reportedly drowned while snorkeling near Moreton Island, Australia, during a four-night roundtrip cruise from Sydney.

Businesses dole out up to $4 million to cross Panama Canal during Strait of Hormuz chokehold

Businesses have doled out up to $4 million to cross boats through the Panama Canal to dodge ongoing chaos in the Strait of Hormuz, which has created a seismic shift in global trade flows.

Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor

Czech power company ČEZ has signed a deal with U.K. company Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for building the first small modular nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic.

Iran escalates Hormuz 'tit-for-tat,' seizes ship tied to billionaire close to Trump, Macron

Analysts say the IRGC seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz in a tit-for-tat move after a U.S. naval blockade and seizure of an Iranian ship.

Technology

Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts

In the latest round of tech industry job cuts, Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers and Microsoft is offering buyouts to a similar number.

Tim Cook’s legacy: a successful CEO who stumbled over AI

Apple’s Tim Cook was viewed as a worthy successor to Steve Jobs when he took over as CEO in August 2011, two months before Jobs’ death.  Apple products became successful (and profitable) in many ways due to his success as COO, where he whipped company operations and supply chains into shape.

Google’s Gemma 4 shines on local systems – both big and small

Google’s Gemma 4 comes touted as the latest evolution of Google’s multi-modal model offerings. Gemma 4 not only offers reasoning and tool use, but vision and audio functionality, and it’s available in a range of model sizes that target servers and local devices.

Fake Windows update installs hidden malware

Scammers built a convincing fake Windows update site that installs password-stealing malware. Learn how the multi-stage attack works and how to stay safe.

Microsoft trims cloud desktop pricing, even as it boosts AI costs

For years now, Microsoft has been doing its level best to move you from desktop Office and Windows to Microsoft 365, Windows 365, and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

BMW puts humanoid robots to work building EVs

BMW is deploying AI-powered humanoid robots in its Leipzig, Germany, factory after a successful pilot in Spartanburg, South Carolina, that helped build over 30,000 vehicles.

The smartest ways to sync your Android and computer clipboards

For all the fancy-schmancy things our modern-day technology promises to do for us, one thing Google has yet to give us is a simple and reliable way to sync the clipboards on our Android phones and computers.

Sports News

Sidney Crosby reacts to the first embellishment penalty of his 21-year career

Philadelphia took a 3-0 series lead with a 5-2 Game 3 win over Pittsburgh, highlighted by Sidney Crosby's first career embellishment penalty call.

Patriots say they 'fully support' Mike Vrabel amid latest in controversy involving Dianna Russini

The New England Patriots released a statement fully supporting head coach Mike Vrabel amid the controversy with reporter Dianna Russini before the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike Vrabel says he takes accountability for distraction, doesn't address specifics

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said he is taking accountability for actions that have created a distraction for New England without addressing specifics about photos published recently of him with longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.

Journeyman Peyton Gray makes MLB debut with Rangers at age 30, gets 1st K against Bucs' Griffin

Peyton Gray has made his big league debut at age 30 after an eight-year journey through the minors, independent and winter leagues.

Why Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes took Blake Miller with pick No. 17 in first round of 2026 NFL draft

Detroit Lions General Manager Brad Holmes called first-round pick Blake Miller a “high-floor player” who fits the franchise’s identity after selecting the Clemson Tigers offensive tackle at No. 17 in the 2026 NFL Draft.

George Pickens is planning to sign $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, AP sources say

Two people with knowledge of the decision say Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens is planning to sign the $27.3 million franchise tag.

Sidney Crosby reacts to the first embellishment penalty of his 21-year career

Philadelphia took a 3-0 series lead with a 5-2 Game 3 win over Pittsburgh, highlighted by Sidney Crosby's first career embellishment penalty call.

Politics News

Assault charge for immigration officer in Colorado could test immunity provisions for federal agents

The decision in Colorado to charge an immigration officer with assault after a protester was grabbed by the neck and pulled away could test the boundaries of immunity provisions for federal agents in the line of duty.

Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier

President Donald Trump says he is weighing a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell the troubled carrier after oil prices drop.

Defense Department scientist’s accidental death raises questions as probe into missing scientists grows

A government chemist who researched Novichok nerve agents died in a 2022 incident ruled accidental, but colleagues and family say it doesn't add up.

Noncitizen ex-Kansas mayor pleads guilty to illegally voting multiple times

A green card holder who served as mayor of a small Kansas town pleaded guilty to voter fraud after illegally voting and claiming U.S. citizenship.

Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania's midterms

Josh Shapiro may be heavily favored to win reelection as Pennsylvania governor, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot on the line for him this year.

Royce White ordered not to be near his ex-wife, son

Royce White, a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, has been ordered to stay away from his ex-wife and one of his children because of allegations of threats and physical abuse. He is challenging the order in the state Court of Appeals and disputes being abusive.

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is refusing to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war.