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Hurricane Beryl tracker: Storm downgraded to Category 4 as it churns toward Jamaica, leaving multiple dead in its path
Beryl’s sustained winds have now reached 165 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center, and a hurricane warning has been issued for Jamaica later this week.
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Photos: Deadly Hurricane Beryl breaks records as it bears down on the Caribbean
At least three people are dead after Hurricane Beryl began to bear down on the Caribbean.
2 min read - USYahoo News
Supreme Court decision guide: A breakdown of major cases and rulings expected in June and early July
The U.S. Supreme Court will be issuing decisions in a number of high-stakes cases concerning hot-button issues like abortion, gun access and former president Trump's criminal cases. Here's a guide to some of the major cases the justices will rule on in the coming weeks.
8 min read - WorldINSIDER
Russia's war-driven economy is so hot that the World Bank upgraded it to a 'high-income country'
Russia's trade rebounded by nearly 7% last year, while activities in the financial sector and construction grew by 6.6% and 3.6% respectively.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Stock market today: Stocks close at records as Powell strikes dovish tone and Tesla shares spike
The S&P 500 neared a new record high as stocks were propelled by dovish remarks from Jerome Powell, as well as new signs of a cooling labor market.
3 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
China can end the Ukraine war with a single phone call to Putin, says NATO member
Finland President Alexander Stubb said that Russia's dependence on China meant that Xi Jinping could end the Ukraine war if he wanted to.
3 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
An influential Democratic donor says Biden has 'misplaced trust' in a 'cabal' of 3 top aides
Democratic donor John Morgan, who's helped Biden raise big bucks, thinks he has "misplaced" trust in aides like Anita Dunn, Bob Bauer, and Ron Klain.
2 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
Startup develops 'screw-like' generator that could harness largely untapped energy of waves — here's how it works
"We have the potential to produce renewable energy from solar, wind, tidal and wave resources."
3 min read - OpinionMiami Herald
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Common sense With the American colonies under British rule and occupation in 1776, Thomas Paine, who emigrated from England to Philadelphia some years earlier, wrote a pamphlet entitled, “Common Sense.” This pamphlet, read by thousands of colonists, caused public support for and colonial leaders to declare independence and sparked the American Revolution.
7 min read - USMiami Herald
Florida Keys sailboat was a floating house of horrors for couple’s children, cops say
Florida Keys police opened their investigation after the FBI arrested him.
3 min read - HealthThe Cool Down
Researchers uncover more evidence linking air pollution to brain inflammation and dementia: 'Significant and concerning health effects'
The neurological impact of toxic substances in the environment isn't limited to a single condition.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
America's freight recession is showing no signs of ending
A recent negative ratings downgrade by S&P is just the latest sign that the freight industry is still struggling to find footing.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
The career rise of Bob Iger — and how the Disney CEO spends his fortune
Bob Iger amassed a fortune at the helm of Disney. He now reportedly has multiple yachts, including the "Aquarius," and a bigger one on the way.
25 min read - USFox News
Boy, 10, dies following rescue from Arizona hiking trail amid extreme heat
A 10-year-old boy died after he suffered from a heat-related incident while hiking on a trailhead in Phoenix officials said.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
L.A. police chase suspect in stolen children’s hospital van
A suspect who stole a van from a children’s hospital was arrested after leading police on a wild chase through Los Angeles Tuesday night. The male suspect was seen driving erratically on freeway and surface streets, at times traveling on the wrong side of the road and narrowly missing many nearby vehicles and pedestrians. The […]
1 min read - USSacramento Bee
Over 100 illegal aerial fireworks uncovered during warrant search by Woodland police
The owner of the fireworks will also be subject to $120,000 fine according to the amendment to the city ordinance.
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Hiker rescued in Grass Valley after falling 80 feet on Wolf Creek Trail, firefighters say
The tumble happened Tuesday and several agencies assisted in creating a rope system to pull the hiker out.
1 min read - SportsMiami Herald
After a scoreless first outing, Valente Bellozo exposes limitations in Marlins loss
After a promising first showing, rookie pitcher Valente Bellozo had trouble against the Red Sox lineup on Monday.
3 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
The bond market is acting like Trump will win
The 10-year Treasury yield jumped after the debate, signaling investors' expectations for the economy have shifted amid an otherwise stable rate outlook.
2 min read - USFox News
Missouri couple's wedding goes awry when groom is shot in head, critically injured during attempted robbery
A Missouri groom is in critical condition after being shot in the head by armed robbers who ambushed his backyard wedding ceremony June 29.
2 min read - USFox News
Florida women with 'expensive taste' steal 24 Stanley cups, lobster, crab meat in heists, authorities say
A group of Florida woman are accused of stealing popular Stanley cups and high-end foods from local supermarkets and hardware stores.
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Robert Towne, Oscar-winning writer of ‘Chinatown,’ dies at 89
Robert Towne, the screenwriter behind "Chinatown," "Shampoo," and "The Last Detail," and who also contributed to "The Godfather," has died.
3 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
State officials develop unexpectedly simple solution to slash pollution in shipping industry: 'Coastlines and channels have been made safer and cleaner'
"It is time, long past time to build on this regional success with the resources and recognition of our federal government."
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Residents angry after fire breaks out at West Hollywood squatter house
A fire that broke out at a vacant West Hollywood home has left residents angry as squatters are believed to be behind the blaze. The home, located at 7909 Fountain Ave. was found engulfed in flames on June 28. Neighbors have complained about squatters constantly breaking into the property, with many believing the home is […]
4 min read - USFox News
Man and his dog electrocuted in freak accident during thunderstorm
The Anne Arundel County Fire Department reported that a 31-year-old man in Severn, Maryland, died after he tried saving his dog that was electrocuted by a fence.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Cash Dash: Trump tops Biden in fundraising battle the past three months
Former President Trump's campaign says it has outraised President Biden over the past three months and showcases that it has more cash-on-hand in their 2024 election rematch
5 min read - WorldFox News
Fabio warns USA that terror groups exploit an open border, agrees immigration crisis may be Biden’s undoing
Italian-American model Fabio, who rose to fame appearing on romance novel covers, spoke to talk show host Bill Maher and compared illegal immigration to a home invasion.
3 min read - ScienceThe Cool Down
Researchers reap unexpected benefits after implementing 'wind park' that can revolutionize energy production: 'Huge potential'
"We have so much untapped area within our turbines that is not being used."
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Woman run over, killed after armed robbery attempt in Newport Beach
At least two suspects are in custody after running over a woman while attempting to flee the scene of a robbery outside a sprawling, high-end shopping mall in Orange County Tuesday. Authorities said the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. when a group of suspects approached a husband and wife outside a Barnes and Noble bookstore […]
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Russia is looking to rein in the country's property boom as it tries to cool an overheating economy
Russia's government has shelled out around half a trillion rubles since 2020 to fund a program that offered mortgages at rates as low as 8%.
3 min read - USFox News
Mother of 'Angel Baby Doe' charged more than 20 years after newborn found dead on side of road in Texas
A Texas woman was identified as the mother of a baby girl found dead on the side of a road more than 20 years ago, police said Tuesday.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Ex-Obama official Julián Castro calls on Democrats to replace Biden on ticket
Former Obama administration official Julián Castro called on Democrats to replace President Biden with a better alternative to defeat former President Trump.
3 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
Construction giant makes 'green concrete' breakthrough in recycling old building materials: 'The greatest hurdle is getting everybody on board'
The material is actually being used in real life construction projects.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Study ranks L.A. the fifth-best BBQ city in America
Kansas City, Texas and the Carolinas are often the first regions in the U.S. most people imagine when they hear the word “barbecue.” But a new study just in time for Fourth of July grilling season says there’s another worthy contender: Los Angeles. The story, published on Lawnstarter.com, a website which, as the name implies, […]
2 min read - ScienceThe Cool Down
Researchers make breakthrough in recycling old materials into new concrete — and it could have major implications
The team tested replacements for sand and measured the effects of different ratios.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
A new twist in Apple's deal with OpenAI
"This would be a smart move for Cupertino given how important OpenAI is to the broader AI vision in Apple," Wedbush analyst Dan Ives said.
2 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
Chinese company achieves breakthrough in race to fusion — here's why it's a major step toward unlimited affordable power
"Reducing the size and price of tokamaks is ideal for making the technology commercial."
2 min read - USFox News
Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments
Archaeologists at a university unearthed a marble shrine containing an ivory box dating 1,500 years, which is believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments.
3 min read - USMiami Herald
As Hurricane Beryl roars toward Jamaica, where’s the strong Cat 4 storm heading next?
Though forecasters expect Beryl’s intensity to weaken, the storm will remain a hurricane.
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Return-to-office policies are driving people to sell their homes - even at a loss
Other reasons that are driving people to move include wanting more space, being closer to family, and lowering costs, according to a survey.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
The AI-fueled stock market bubble will crash in 2026, research firm says
"This dynamic played out around both the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s and early 2000s and the Great Crash of 1929," Capital Economics said.
3 min read - USKTLA articles
Laws meant to slow down street races proving ineffective: report
Ongoing efforts to curb street racing in Los Angeles are proving to not be as successful as legislation and law enforcement officials have hoped, according to new analysis from Crosstown LA. The independent news organization cited a report shown to the Los Angeles Police Commission last month, which evaluated current laws on the books meant […]
2 min read - WorldThe Cool Down
Expert climber takes action after worrisome trend threatens climbing paths on iconic mountain: 'We have destroyed its beauty with our own hands'
"If more people go to climb there will be more waste."
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
RFK Jr. reacts to Biden's 'alarming' debate performance: We need a president who's actually looking at reality
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. weighs in on President Biden's ability to be commander-in-chief after his performance at the CNN Presidential Debate.
2 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Russia's economy is so driven by the war in Ukraine that it cannot afford to either win or lose, economist says
"A protracted stalemate might be the only solution for Russia to avoid total economic collapse," one economist says.
3 min read - PoliticsFox News
Dem lawmaker declares Trump is 'going to win the election' and US democracy will survive
Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, said that American democracy will survive Trump as it has previous political shakeups, arguing Congress keeps consistently presidential power in check.
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Man sentenced to 60 years for house fire that killed Senegalese family of 5 in robbery revenge plot gone wrong
The man who set a house fire in Colorado that killed a family of five Senegalese immigrants in 2020 was sentenced Tuesday to 60 years in prison.
4 min read - USFox News
Texas teen delivers clapback after grumpy customer curses at her: 'We don't need your business'
A Texas teenager stood up to a grumpy customer after the adult lady cursed at her over a $6 snow cone misunderstanding, the small business said in a viral video.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
With Sacramento scorching, these weather maps show scale of Northern California heat wave
Public agencies are warning of danger from extreme heat risk and reminding residents to practice heat safety.
1 min read - USKTLA articles
California heat wave: How hot will it get in your area?
Southern California is bracing for the hottest temperatures of the year over the July 4th holiday weekend. The National Weather Service has issued excessive heat warnings and advisories that will likely remain in effect at least through Saturday. Temperatures are forecast to reach triple digits in the inland valleys and deserts as a high pressure […]
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