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a day ago
- Climate
- CNN
Dangerous heat dome hits more than 150 million people across the US
Dangerous heat dome hits more than 150 million people across the US More than 150 million people across the United States are under major or extreme heat risks this week. Southern portions of the Deep South, Florida and the Gulf Coast will stay in the heat dome throughout the week with heat indexes of up to 115 to 120 degrees possible. The National Weather Service is advising people to take precautions and stay hydrated. 00:43 - Source: CNN Bystanders confront man after 11 injured in Walmart stabbing A 42-year-old suspect was taken into custody after deputies responded to a stabbing at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, on Saturday, Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea said. Seven of the eleven victims are in fair condition and four are in serious condition as of Sunday morning, according to Munson Healthcare. 01:05 - Source: CNN Video shows passengers evacuating plane onto runway More than 150 passengers on an American Airlines flight departing from Denver International Airport were evacuated onto the runway after a 'possible landing gear incident' left one person injured and sparked a fire, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. 00:46 - Source: CNN Friend describes pastor's ICE detention CNN's Victor Blackwell speaks to the family friend of a detained pastor, Daniel Fuentes Espinal. Espinal, who fled Honduras 24 years ago to escape poverty and violence, is waiting to hear when he will face an immigration judge after his arrest this week by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 01:55 - Source: CNN Farmworkers in constant fear amid ICE raids Facing constant threats of deportation, undocumented farmworkers in California must decide whether to show up to work the busy harvest season or stay safe from ICE. CNN's Julia Vargas Jones heads to Ventura County where she speaks to worried farmers and their increasingly fearful laborers. 02:13 - Source: CNN Trump rails against windmills again President Donald Trump urged European leaders to 'stop the windmills' when reporters asked him questions at the airport in Glasgow, Scotland. This isn't the first time in recent memory that the president has directed his ire at the renewable energy source. 01:00 - Source: CNN Investigators share details of how hard Xana Kernodle fought Kohberger CNN's Jean Casarez asked two top law enforcement officials in Moscow, Idaho about Xana Kernodle's fight against Bryan Kohberger, with over 50 reported stab wounds. Officials shared that Kernodle, who was up at the time, "fought hard" for her life as Kohberger attacked her. 00:49 - Source: CNN Investigators reveal findings from Kohberger's phone CNN's Jean Casarez sat down with Idaho State Police lead investigator on the Bryan Kohberger case, Lt. Darren Gilbertson, who shared details about what was found on Kohberger's phone during the investigation. Gilbertson sheds light on the Kohberger investigation, including how police found screenshots and pictures of news coverage of the attack on Kohberger's phone. 02:07 - Source: CNN Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting? Tensions are rising between Thailand and Cambodia over a border dispute that dates back to 1907. CNN's Will Ripley explains how the conflict has escalated. 01:32 - Source: CNN CNN reports from Gaza aid crossing CNN's Nic Robertson is on the scene at the Kerem Shalom border crossing as aid agencies warn of rampant hunger caused by Israel's blockade of Gaza. Gaza's health ministry said on Tuesday that 900,000 children are going hungry, and 70,000 already show signs of malnutrition. Israel denies it is at fault and accuses Hamas of 'engineering' food shortages. 01:39 - Source: CNN Almost 50 missing as plane crashes in Russia Dozens of civilians are feared dead, including children, after a Soviet era passenger jet crashed in Russia's far east Amur Region. Burning wreckage was discovered by rescuers just 10 miles (16 kilometers) from the Tynda airport, the plane's destination. 00:30 - Source: CNN Erin Burnett on the significance of Trump knowing he's in the Epstein files CNN's Erin Burnett explains how reports that President Trump was briefed that he is named in the Epstein files shine a light on his recent denials of that exact claim. 02:13 - Source: CNN Judge declines to release Epstein grand jury documents A Florida federal judge declined to release additional grand jury documents from the criminal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, marking the first roadblock in the Justice Department's efforts to quell the public backlash over the handling of the case. CNN's Evan Perez reports. 02:43 - Source: CNN Bryan Kohberger sentenced to life in prison Bryan Kohberger has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murders of four University of Idaho students. 01:29 - Source: CNN Fans pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne Fans have gathered in Ozzy Osbourne's hometown to pay tribute to the former Black Sabbath singer, who died yesterday at the age of 76. One of them told CNN's Salma Abdelaziz that Osbourne will 'live on forever in his music.' 01:07 - Source: CNN Hot Chinese brands are coming to America Chinese brands like Luckin Coffee, Pop Mart, and HEYTEA are expanding in the United States, despite the ongoing trade war. CNN's Vanessa Yurkevich and Marc Stewart report from two different continents on why the companies covet American customers. 02:10 - Source: CNN Metal legend Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76-years-old Ozzy Osbourne, the hellraising frontman of Black Sabbath and reality TV star, has died aged 76. CNN's Stephanie Elam looks back at the legendary career as the Godfather of Heavy Metal. 03:05 - Source: CNN Newly uncovered photos show Jeffrey Epstein attended Trump's wedding in 1993 Photos from Trump's 1993 wedding and video footage from 1999 Victoria's Secret fashion show shed light on Trump-Epstein relationship. CNN's Andrew Kaczynski has the story. 01:31 - Source: CNN Missing child case from 46 years ago reopened A federal appeals court overturned the verdict of Pedro Hernandez, the bodega worker who was found guilty in 2017 of kidnapping and murdering Etan Patz in 1979. Patz was 6 years old when he disappeared on the first day he was allowed to walk alone to his school bus stop in New York City. 01:50 - Source: CNN US citizen among Druze executed in Syria Hosam Saraya, a 35-year-old Syrian-American from Oklahoma, was among eight men, all family members, rounded up and killed in an execution-style attack amid an outbreak of sectarian violence in Syria this month. The violence flared between Syrian Druze groups and Bedouin tribes in the Druze-majority Suwayda province. Video geolocated by CNN shows a group of men, Saraya included, being marched to their death. 02:04 - Source: CNN Epstein's brother vividly details relationship between Trump and Epstein Jeffrey Epstein's brother, Mark, tells CNN's Erin Burnett about his brother's 'very close' friendship with Donald Trump in the 1990s. 02:01 - Source: CNN Stephen Colbert addresses 'The Late Show' cancellation 'Cancel culture has gone too far,' Stephen Colbert told the audience as he began his first post-cancellation episode of 'The Late Show.' The host went on to fire back at Trump's Truth Social post celebrating the announcement by CBS. The episode also featured cameos by late night talk show hosts including Jimmy Fallon, Jon Stewart, John Oliver and Seth Meyers. 01:24 - Source: CNN Fire tornado rips through Turkish forest Turkey's forestry ministry has released video of a fire tornado tearing through the country's woodland. Hundreds of wildfires have gripped Turkey this summer, as well as Greece and other Mediterranean countries. 00:33 - Source: CNN Breonna Taylor's mother speaks out on officer's sentencing CNN's Laura Coates speaks with Tamika Palmer, Breonna Taylor's mother, about the sentencing of former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison. He was given three years in prison for using excessive force during the deadly 2020 Breonna Taylor raid. 01:45 - Source: CNN
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Scientists stunned by 'lethal' discovery made while studying popular swamp: 'We wonder what else is being affected'
Scientists stunned by 'lethal' discovery made while studying popular swamp: 'We wonder what else is being affected' Although swamps have garnered a reputation for being formidable locations with dangerous species and spooky visuals, they play a pivotal role in an ecosystem. That is why a recent discovery made in some swamps of Georgia and South Carolina has researchers worried. What's happening? According to a recent study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, elevated levels of mercury have been detected in several swamps throughout the Deep South. The discovery was made when a team of researchers was conducting a study on alligators in the region. They selected Jekyll Island and the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia as well as the Yawkey Wildlife Center in South Carolina as their primary locations. While speaking to UGA Today, Kristen Zemaitis, lead author of the study and a graduate of the University of Georgia, noted the importance of alligators. "Alligators are very ancient creatures, and we can look at them in these areas as an indicator of what else might be happening in the ecosystem," Zemaitis said. "Studying them can relate to many different things in the food web." This is why the team of researchers was stunned when they began measuring mercury levels at the three research sites. Mercury exists naturally in the Earth's crust and can be released into the environment through natural processes. However, as noted in the study, mercury is a "potent neurotoxin, commonly assessed in contaminant body burdens." Why are elevated levels of mercury in swamps important? Oftentimes, human activities such as industrial pollution and urbanization can result in regional "hot spots" with elevated mercury concentrations. With this in mind, the research team spent several months analyzing blood samples from more than 100 alligators across the Okefenokee Swamp, Jekyll Island, and the Yawkey Wildlife Center. Their findings revealed that mercury concentrations were around eight times higher in alligators inhabiting the Okefenokee Swamp than at any of the other sites. "That's one of the results from the study that was most striking to me," said Jeb Byers, co-author of the study. "Mercury is a neurotoxin that is very lethal to organisms. If it builds up, it moves through the food web and creates the perfect storm. That's what we have in the Okefenokee," added Byers, a UGA professor. The researchers determined that mercury is perhaps moving up through the food chain at a faster rate than previously thought. When mercury enters marine environments from various sources, it can be absorbed by small organisms in the food chain. As larger species eat these smaller organisms, it can lead to higher levels in larger predators, such as alligators. What's being done about these high levels of mercury? High levels of mercury can prove to be problematic for local communities that rely on fishing industries for their food supply. "Mercury contamination can be a high concern for the people who can be consuming a lot of fish or game species from the rivers, swamps or oceans that have high mercury," Zemaitis noted. While the study has revealed alarming results, Zemaitis said that this can potentially help us learn more about which species are most affected in our environment. "Now that we know this about one of the apex predators in these systems, we wonder what else is being affected?" added Zemaitis. The researcher explained that further studies could better explain where the excess mercury levels are coming from and how prominent the neurotoxin is in the ecosystem. Do you worry about having toxic forever chemicals in your home? Majorly Sometimes Not really I don't know enough about them Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Analyst Ranks Two Ole Miss Games in Top-50 CFB Rivalries
Analyst Ranks Two Ole Miss Games in Top-50 CFB Rivalries originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Ole Miss football program has enjoyed a revival in the last five years under head coach Lane Kiffin. The two decades prior to his arrival were marked by inconsistency and NCAA violations, with the occasional success sprinkled in. Advertisement No matter how strong the Rebels are performing, however, they play in the most exciting conference in the country, the SEC. Rivalries are abundant given the teams' proximity to each other and rabid fan bases that come to support. Ole Miss has been in the SEC since 1933, but has only won six conference championships and one National Championship, which occurred in 1960. Former Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos (9).Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Still, somehow, the Rebels have developed two of the most historic rivalries in all of the sport. The Athletic's Scott Dochterman ranked the top 100 best rivalries in college football, and Ole Miss landed two on the list. Advertisement Ranked No. 43 was their rivalry with the LSU Tigers, which has stood since 1894 and featured a whopping 113 matchups between the two schools. "A staple of Deep South football, these teams have played annually since 1935 (save for World War II) and have competed for the Magnolia Trophy since 2008. It's a series deeply embedded in the cultures of both fan bases," Dochterman wrote. At No. 23 was the Rebels' geographic rival, the Mississippi State Bulldogs. These two programs have played each other 121 times since they first faced off in 1901. "Every in-state rivalry has a distinguishing characteristic, and this one is no exception. The history, longevity and the willingness to move the game to Jackson for nearly two decades to accommodate more fans make it a true people's rivalry. It may be the best current rivalry without regular championship implications," Dochterman wrote. Advertisement The Egg Bowl is always a spectacle in the state of Mississippi. Most Rebels fans will remember where they were when Ole Miss took down Dak Prescott and the No. 4 Mississippi State Bulldogs in the 2014 Egg Bowl, ruining their chances of making the inaugural College Football Playoff. Ole Miss will host the LSU Tigers this year in Oxford on September 27. They will travel to Starkville to take on Mississippi State on November 28. Related: Surprise Ole Miss QB Turning Heads Ahead of 2025 Season Related: Ole Miss Football Loses Out on Son of Historic Rebels Basketball Player This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Why Charleston is the family trip even your teens will love
'Experience America' is a five-part series showcasing often overlooked destinations and experiences in our backyard. If you'd like to contribute to our future reporting and share your experience as a source, you can click here to fill out this quick form. My kids groan if when I bring up educational opportunities outside of school, but they were like sponges soaking up history on a family trip to Charleston, South Carolina. The picturesque port city embraces its past and readily shares it with visitors, though not in a way that feels like schoolwork. 'Coming to Charleston, getting to actually see and feel these historic sites ... (you) really just get a deeper understanding of what life would have looked like in Antebellum Charleston, the Deep South, or even Colonial America, depending on what block of the city that you're on at that time,' said Derek Evenhouse, general manager and tour guide with Old South Carriage Company. Charleston may be known for its Southern charm, but there's a lot more to learn in this city, as my family discovered. Charleston is the oldest and largest city in South Carolina, according to the city, which was founded as a British colony in 1670. "A lot of the tourism is based on the historical preservation of both our city and the heritage,' Evenhouse said, noting that as other cities tore down structures to modernize, 'Some really forward-thinking individuals put in some pretty strict preservation laws about some of these historic sites.' Our family took one of Old South's horse-drawn carriage tours to get a feel for the city and its stories. More than dozen different companies offer guided tours by certified guides. Charleston was a major port in the slave trade. 'Gadsden's Wharf is the last and most important disembarkation point for enslaved Africans in North America,' according to the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission's Green Book of South Carolina. 'Completed in 1772 by slave labor, the wharf was most active between 1783 and 1808 when an estimated 100,000 African men, women, and children arrived and were sold into slavery.' Today, the International African American Museum sits on the site of the former wharf, reminding visitors of its history. The state-of-the art museum, which opened in 2023, is packed with powerful, thought-provoking exhibits, including tributes to the Gullah Geechee people of the region. I still think about the names and ages of people who perished along the Middle Passage, some kids younger than my own. Visitors will want to plan extra time for this museum, because there is so much to process. Conscientious travel: What to know before visiting places tied to slavery Yes. 'We stretch from Jacksonville, Florida to Jacksonville, North Carolina,' said fifth-generation sweetgrass weaver and Gullah Geechee cultural historian Corey Alston. 'We're direct descendants of enslaved Africans." His family has been in the Charleston area for seven generations. He explained how his ancestors were brought over from Africa's rice coast and how their expertise and enslaved labor made Charleston one of the richest cities worldwide for a time. 'The traditions and techniques that we're keeping alive is based off of the way of survival after days of enslavement, using tools that were used during that time of enslavement as a continuous tool,' he said. Sweetgrass fanner baskets, for instance, were originally used for winnowing rice. Now they're sold in places like historic, open-air Charleston City Market, but they're still meant to be used. "I understand that we make them so pretty, you just want to look at it ... (but) using them is why they're going to last longer," Alston said. You can't help but be immersed in history in Charleston, which delighted my history buff husband and history major son. One of their top sites was Fort Sumter, upon which the first official shots were fired in the Civil War. It's now part of Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. Visitors can still see fingerprints of some of the enslaved people who made Fort Sumter's bricks on its walls. We also visited the H.L. Hunley and got a feel of what it was like inside the first combat submarine to successfully sink an enemy warship. But not everything has to be educational. My youngest enjoyed the beach at nearby Isle of Palms, where we had sumptuous seafood at Wild Dunes Resort. My middle schooler loved shopping on King Street. I was enamored with the sea turtles at South Carolina Aquarium, which has a specialized care center for sea turtles hurt in the wild. There's so much to do. Visitors should plan for at least three days in Charleston. My family spent three days and nights there and felt like we could have stayed longer. We didn't visit any former plantations this trip, but next time, I'd like to visit Boone Hall in Mount Pleasant. Its website notes it's the only South Carolina plantation with a live presentation on Gullah culture, presented by Gullah people. My kids have already asked to go back. The reporter on this story received access to select experiences from Explore Charleston. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How Charleston turned my kids into history buffs
South China Morning Post
04-07-2025
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
Malaysians flock to Thailand, unfazed by unrest, political crisis and disease risk
Thailand remains a top holiday destination for Malaysians despite the country's latest political crisis. The suspension of Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra coupled with ongoing violence in some of the country's southern provinces and a surge in respiratory illnesses are unlikely to deter Malaysians. Hat Yai, a city close to the border with Kedah state, remains a favourite for a quick break. Executive Erma Idayu Mohd Yusop, 38, is planning a weekend trip there with her family despite the country's troubles. 'I'm not worried at all. In fact, we're heading to Hat Yai this weekend for a short family vacation,' she said. She said she would avoid the so-called Deep South – the provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and parts of Songkhla – where violence linked to a decades-long insurgency has increased.
