At least two attacks have been reported near the Red Sea’s Bab al-Mandeb Strait in recent days amid growing concern over the Iran-backed Houthi group’s targeting of shipping in the region. A vessel sank off the coast of the Yemeni city of Al Mukha after being attacked by an uncrewed surface vessel, according to the … Read more
Infections with cyclospora — what’s become known as the “explosive diarrhea” parasite — have been reported in almost every state in the U.S. as of early August. Health officials are still racing to find the source or sources behind the recent surge in cases of the foodborne illness.On Tuesday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control … Read more
Tesla is pushing out a navigation data update to vehicles across North America. The new map data package brings updated street layouts, revised speed limits, and points of interest across the continent.Tesla owner @Tesla_PNW highlighted the sudden arrival of the new map package on X, writing:“Got a software update notification and thought it was probably … Read more
Steelers first-round rookie Max Iheanachor left practice early Thursday with an apparent injury.Alan Saunders of PghSteelersNow reports that Iheanachor walked to the sideline to have head athletic trainer Gabe Amponsah work on his neck and right shoulder area. Iheanachor then spoke with team physician Dr. Aaron Mares before walking toward the training room.Iheanachor, the 21st … Read more
South Korea space agency shares Moon images after SpaceX rocket debris crash BBCScientists are certain a wayward SpaceX rocket slammed into the moon as predicted AP NewsSouth Korean satellite captures before and after views of SpaceX rocket’s moon crash The Press DemocratNASA Will Attempt to Observe Rocket Part’s Lunar Impact NASA (.gov)SpaceX rocket thought to … Read more
Born thin? Slim chance. While some people agonize over tracking every calorie to maintain their figures, others seem to have won the genetic lottery with a naturally speedy metabolism — and all the health benefits that come with it. Now, scientists have found a specific “skinny gene” mutation that’s keeping about one in 7,000 people … Read more
Traders work at the New York Stock ExchangeNYSETreasury yields rose on Thursday, with traders weighing prospects for interest rate hikes amid rising oil prices as Iran-Oman talks over the Strait of Hormuz came into focus.The 10-year Treasury note yield — the main benchmark for mortgages, auto loans and credit card debt — was up more … Read more
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said Thursday that he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center where he was recovering from a fall he suffered in mid-June.“Earlier today, I was discharged from the rehabilitation center to continue my recovery at home. Elaine and I are grateful for the many well wishes and support from friends, colleagues, … Read more
ROME (AP) — Italy placed all its major cities under the highest heat alert Thursday as a blistering heat wave gripped Europe, setting a national temperature record in Austria, fueling wildfires in France and disrupting energy and transport systems across the continent.The extreme weather has pushed temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) in several … Read more
RICHMOND, Va. — Gov. Abigail Spanberger said Thursday she will formally intervene in the proposed $67 billion merger between Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra Energy, becoming the first Virginia governor to take such action before the State Corporation Commission.Her office says she will be the first Virginia governor to take such action before the State … Read more