U.S. Charges Hamas Leaders, Sleeping Sharks, and a Hairy-nosed Wombat

The U.S. Justice Department announced Tuesday it has charged six Hamas leaders, including political head Yahya Sinwar, with terrorism-related crimes connected to the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel.
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➤ A federal judge ruled that former President Donald Trump’s so-called “hush money” case can’t move to federal court and has to remain in New York state court. (See Details

A House Homeland Security subcommittee will hold the first congressional hearings on the global CrowdStrike software outage later this month, with testimony from a top CrowdStrike executive. (More)

➤ Ballistic missiles fired into Ukraine Tuesday by Russia blasted a military academy and a nearby hospital, killing more than 50 people and wounding more than 200 in one of the deadliest strikes since the war began. (More)

Mongolia defied the International Criminal Court by welcoming Russian President Vladimir Putin instead of arresting him for alleged war crimes. The ICC has issued an international warrant for Putin’s arrest, and Mongolia is a party to that treaty. (See Details)

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➤ The College Football AP Top 25 Week 2 rankings came out yesterday—USC was the biggest riser, moving up 10 spots, while Florida State saw the biggest fall going from No. 10 to unranked entirely. (See Top 25)

➤ New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres closed out the team’s 8-4 win with a smooth diving stop for the final out of the game. (Watch Video)

➤ ESPN has launched a new “Where to Watch” feature for its app and website that allows sports fans to see how to watch any sports event, even if it’s not on ESPN. (See Details

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CheckmarkTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue two Texas counties over their plans to mail voter registration forms, claiming it could lead to ineligible voters registering. (More)

CheckmarkElon Musk posted a manipulated image of Vice President Kamala Harris in communist attire on X, responding to her post "Donald Trump vows to be a dictator on day one." (See Post)

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Big Stock Move: Dyne Therapeutics stock fell 31% Tuesday after the company released new clinical trial data and announced senior management changes. (More

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific canceled dozens of flights due to engine troubles, affecting 15 Airbus A350s with faulty Rolls-Royce parts. The airline expects disruptions to last until Saturday. (More)

Ticketmaster faces fresh backlash over Oasis ticket sales, with fans reporting errors, long wait times, and inflated resale prices of up to $7,800. (See Details)

Restaurants increasingly are catering to the rising solo dining trend, with individual reservations up 29% in the US over two years. Many patrons report enjoying the solitude and time for reflection. (More)

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Space tourism company Space Perspective transported its capsule through Port Canaveral, preparing for flights to the edge of space by 2025. The $125,000 journey will lift passengers via space balloon for a six-hour experience. (See Photos)

An underwater robot discovered thousands of Port Jackson sharks sleeping on the seabed in southern Australia, puzzling scientists about the unusual gathering's purpose. (Watch Video)

Scientists developed a novel process to recycle common plastics by turning them into gas. (More)

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Nice isn't always best in relationships, experts warn. Common "kind" behaviors could spell trouble for long-term couples. (See Advice)

➤ A longevity expert unveiled a nighttime habit crucial for those over 50. The advice challenged common health assumptions. (See Tip)

A psychologist unveiled surprising tactics to use in arguments, challenging conventional wisdom about effective communication. (See Strategies)

Et Cetera

Two U.S. Marines were assaulted by anti-American protesters in Turkey, with a video showing a bag placed over one Marine's head. Turkish authorities arrested 15 people. (More)

Pope Francis began a historic Asian tour in Indonesia despite health concerns. The 87-year-old pontiff will visit four countries, including a major interfaith meeting at Jakarta's largest mosque. (More)

Rare footage of a juvenile northern hairy-nosed wombat in Australia, an endangered species, thrilled ecologists. (Watch Video)

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Massive Israeli Protest, Polaris Launch Set, and a Coastal Landslide

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Half a million protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv and across Israel Sunday night, demanding a cease-fire agreement and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Israeli Hostages Killed, Scheffler Wins $25 Million, and a French Fry Pileup

Monday, September 2, 2024

Israel's military recovered the bodies of six Hamas-held hostages from a tunnel under the city of Rafah on Saturday. Among the victims was Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

US Military Hits ISIS, X Banned in Brazil, and Green Chili Cheeseburgers

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College Football Kickoff, Trump Could Appoint Democrat, and a Princess Marries a Shaman

Saturday, August 31, 2024

Reviews of Vice President Kamala Harris' first sit down interview since becoming the Democratic nominee have been mixed with one publication stating she left voters with “more questions than

Debate Rules Set, Ford Pulls Back on DEI, and Stunning Wildlife Photos

Friday, August 30, 2024

ABC News has agreed with former President Trump that there will be no audience, muted mics, and no written notes for the Sept. 10 debate between the two candidates. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

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