US & Canada
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Nevada wildfires force evacuations, destroy homes
Hannah Hoobyar and her family lost their home to a severe wildfire in Nevada, with experts warning it could worsen. As they fled their northern Nevada residence, they dodged large chunks of ash, taking only their loved ones, pets, and minimal belongings. Officials have cautioned that the Davis Fire in Nevada poses a “particularly dangerous situation,” while several wildfires across…
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Three fast-moving California wildfires scorch over 100,000 acres in a week
Three rapidly expanding wildfires in Southern California have ravaged over 100,000 acres within a week, endangering homes across several communities. The state has launched a comprehensive response to support frontline firefighters tackling the infernos. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency on Wednesday night for Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties due to the Bridge Fire and for Orange…
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Former CIA officer jailed for 10 years for spying for China
A former CIA officer who accepted gifts and money to spy for China received a 10-year prison sentence on Wednesday. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that 71-year-old Alexander Yuk Ching Ma from Honolulu was sentenced for conspiring to transmit national defence information to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). In August 2020, Ma was apprehended after confessing to…
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Bon Jovi saves distressed woman on Nashville bridge
Jon Bon Jovi assisted in calming a distressed woman on the edge of a Nashville bridge, according to police. The event took place Tuesday night on the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, with surveillance footage capturing the moment. Bon Jovi was filming a music video on the publicly accessible bridge. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department released the footage on Wednesday, showing…
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New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol unveils vision for coffee giant
Starbucks’ new CEO, Brian Niccol, has unveiled his vision for the coffee giant just 48 hours into his tenure. Niccol officially joined on 9 September and shared his plans in a detailed letter on Starbucks’ website. Niccol highlighted some truths he has learned about the company. “Starbucks is a beloved brand with wonderful people. We are woven into the fabric…
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Navy commander dismissed for secretly installing satellite dish on warship
A Navy commander took doomscrolling to new heights by secretly installing a satellite dish on the warship she oversaw. This covert decision allowed her and her crew to access social media, but it ultimately derailed her military career. An investigation into the dismissal of Grisel Marrero, the command senior chief of USS Manchester, revealed her demotion’s cause. Navy Chief Grisel…
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Mariah Carey album purchase saved fan during 9/11 attacks
Mariah Carey indirectly saved a fan’s life during 9/11. On September 11, 2001, terrorists from Al-Qaeda hijacked two planes and crashed them into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York. Another plane hit the Pentagon, while a fourth crashed in a field in western Pennsylvania. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 2,977 people, excluding the…
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Carnival Spirit cruise hits iceberg in Alaska
Editor’s Note: The “5 Things” newsletter provides the latest headlines and intriguing stories to start and end your day. Sign up for updates here. Welcome to 5 Things PM! The phrase “Titanic moment” is not what you want to hear on a boat, yet a passenger on the Carnival Spirit used it after the cruise ship unexpectedly hit an iceberg…
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Trump disappoints Republicans in Pittsburgh debate against Harris
PITTSBURGH — Republicans in Steel City began their debate night with optimism, but the mood shifted to disappointment and silence after former President Donald Trump faced off with Vice President Kamala Harris. Erin Koper noted that neither side excelled, but Harris exceeded her expectations, finding her comfort zone. Allegheny County GOP chair and county councilman Sam DeMarco felt Trump missed…
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Jon Bon Jovi hailed as hero for saving distressed woman in Nashville
Warning: This article discusses attempted suicide, which may be distressing to some readers. Jon Bon Jovi has been commended for rescuing a woman from a bridge ledge. The renowned singer was reportedly filming a music video on John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in Nashville, Tennessee, for his song ‘The People’s House’ when he noticed the distressed woman. Bon Jovi saved a…
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Teen kills mother one year after father’s death
A 17-year-old boy fatally stabbed his mother in Florida one year after killing his father in Oklahoma, police reported. Collin Griffith contacted 911 on Sunday night, claiming his mother, 39-year-old Catherine Griffith, was accidentally stabbed in the neck during a struggle after she allegedly lunged at him with a knife and fell on it, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s…
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Ex-Santa Claus impersonator charged with 13 counts of child abuse
A 78-year-old former Santa Claus impersonator faces 13 charges of child abuse and is suspected of links to a child trafficking ring in North Carolina, according to police. Bevier Hasbrouck Sleight, who portrayed Santa at Santa’s Land Fun Park and Zoo in Cherokee, North Carolina, is charged with aggravated sexual abuse, offensive touching, and contributing to the delinquency, indiscipline, neglect,…
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Food Lion worker found dead in freezer
A worker at a Food Lion grocery store located on the 4500 block of Capital Boulevard in Raleigh was found dead in the store’s freezer late Monday night. Raleigh Police confirmed the incident on Tuesday after the employee was discovered unresponsive by colleagues who immediately alerted authorities. Initial investigations revealed that the man experienced a medical emergency while inside the…
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Sabrina Carpenter stuns VMAs with alien kiss performance
Sabrina Carpenter wowed the audience at the MTV Video Music Awards with her latest performances, leaving fans astonished. The artist graced the UBS Arena stage on the evening of September 11, both as a nominee and a performer. Nominated for several awards including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for ‘Espresso,’ Best Pop, Best Direction, Best Editing, and…
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Shannon Sharpe admits Instagram Live sex was not a hack
Shannon Sharpe claimed his Instagram was hacked after a sexually explicit video was streamed live, which he has now was not true. A woman could be heard moaning in the minute-and-a-half long video, which doesn’t show Sharpe or any faces. At one point, the ESPN on-air talent’s name appears to be uttered by the anonymous voice. The video started with…
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Abbott vows to defy Biden over Fronton Island dismantling
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has pledged to resist the Biden administration following a federal directive to dismantle structures on an island that local authorities claim has become a hub for Mexican drug cartels. In a letter to President Biden and Vice President Harris on Monday, Abbott stated that the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (U.S. IBWC)…
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SpaceX to make history with first civilian spacewalk
SpaceX will soon achieve a milestone with the first spacewalk conducted by a private company. The inaugural spacewalk took place on March 18, 1965, when Soviet astronaut Aleksey Leonov floated in space for 12 minutes. Since then, spacewalks have become routine for astronauts, aiding in research and ISS maintenance. SPACEX POLARIS DAWN MISSION LAUNCHES INTO HISTORY BOOKS The mission will…
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TikTok star Caleb Graves dies after Disneyland half marathon
Caleb Graves, a popular TikTok personality, has died after participating in the Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon. The event took place on Sunday, September 8, at Disneyland’s theme parks in Anaheim, South California. Graves, a content creator known for his film, entertainment, and travel posts, collapsed shortly after finishing the race around 7:00am. Witnesses saw Graves, who was known online by…
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Woman fatally shot during New York City apartment burglary
A burglar fatally shot a 57-year-old woman in her New York City apartment building on Monday, authorities reported. The shooting occurred around 11 p.m. on Market Street in the Lower East Side. The New York Police Department confirmed the event on Tuesday afternoon. The victim, Ying Zhu Liu, was 57 years old. The NYPD revealed that Liu’s husband had been…
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Rideshare driver arrested for murdering passenger in Indianapolis
A rideshare driver has been detained on suspicion of murdering his female passenger, found shot dead near a wooded area after being reported missing, police revealed on Tuesday. Chanti Dixon, 30, was reported missing on Monday, said Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Chief Chris Bailey. She had used an Uber around 3:30 a.m. Sunday to travel home from work but had not…
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Taylor Swift sings The Darkness hit at US Open, dubbed ‘cringe’
The lead singer of The Darkness has responded to Taylor Swift being called ‘cringe’ after she was seen singing along to one of his band’s songs. As a millennial, the term ‘cringe’ is often perceived negatively. For instance, the use of meta jokes, which were trendy in the 2010s, might be deemed cringe-worthy today. Taylor Swift was labelled ‘cringe’ for…
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French father kidnaps fugitive who killed daughter
A French father took justice into his own hands after Germany declined to extradite the man responsible for his daughter’s death. In 1982, André Bamberski lost his 14-year-old daughter, Kalinka Bamberski. She had travelled to Lindau, Bavaria, for her summer holiday with her mother and stepfather, Dieter Krombach. During this visit, Krombach drugged Kalinka, leading to her suffocation and death.…
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Spider-Man 4 update: director Destin Daniel Cretton considered
Spider-Man 4 has received a significant update and seems to be moving forward. Marvel has numerous upcoming projects, many revealed at this year’s Comic-Con. One major announcement was Robert Downey Jr’s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he will portray Dr Doom. Destin Daniel Cretton is officially set to direct SPIDER-MAN 4 (Via @THR) pic.twitter.com/9U6lmbATOz — MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) September…
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Dinosaurs’ return deemed impossible by scientist
A scientist has recently explained why the dream of dinosaurs roaming the Earth again is unlikely. Steven Spielberg’s 1993 film Jurassic Park might have sparked wonder about the potential for scientists to resurrect dinosaurs. However, Dr Beth Shapiro from the biotechnology and genetic engineering firm Colossal Bioscience has clarified why this is improbable. Although Colossal Bioscience is making strides in…
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Apple’s new AirPods 4 spark mixed reactions on social media
Apple’s new AirPods 4 have sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many unsure about how the new feature will be received in public. On September 9, Apple CEO Tim Cook unveiled the latest technology at the ‘It’s Glowtime’ event in Cupertino, California. The event showcased the iPhone 16 and introduced the AirPods 4. According to Apple’s website,…
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School shooting in Georgia leaves four dead
Marcee Gray was 200 miles from Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, when she sensed something was amiss. It was Wednesday morning before the school shooting that resulted in the deaths of two students and two teachers. Her 14-year-old son, Colt Gray, had sent her a text saying, “I’m sorry, mom.” Marcee immediately contacted the school, urging administrators to check…
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Manhunt in Kentucky’s wilderness for armed suspect Joseph Couch
Thousands of acres of wilderness, sinkholes, and the possibility of encountering an armed suspect are among the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in the search for Joseph Couch. Couch is suspected of firing an AR-15 from a cliff ledge along the interstate, about nine miles north of London, Kentucky, striking 12 cars and injuring five people on Saturday. The…
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Melania Trump claims ‘more to the story’ of Trump assassination
Melania Trump has posted a video making significant claims about the recent assassination attempt on her husband, Donald Trump. She shared her thoughts online about the incident that occurred during Trump’s open-air campaign rally. Trump was on stage near Butler, Pennsylvania, when a 20-year-old gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire, hitting Trump’s ear and causing it to bleed. Secret Service…
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Mother spends $20,000 on doomsday prepping
A mother has opened up about spending over $20,000 doomsday prepping for the past decade. Krystal, a mother of three, takes the adage ‘fail to prepare and prepare to fail’ to a whole new level. In a recent episode on Truly’s YouTube channel, part of the My Extraordinary Family series, Krystal discusses her prepping activities, motivations, and the reactions she…
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Dave Grohl reveals daughter born outside marriage
Dave Grohl from Foo Fighters has revealed he has a daughter from a relationship outside his marriage. He shared the news on Instagram today. Grohl’s statement read: “I’ve recently become the father of a new baby daughter, born outside of my marriage. I aim to be a loving and supportive parent to her. I love my wife and children and…