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Why an Alaska island is using peanut butter and black lights to find a rat that might not exist
The purported rat sighting caused a stir on St. Paul Island, which is part of the Pribilof Islands, a birding haven sometimes called the “Galapagos of the north” for its diversity of life.4 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Patrick Mahomes finds JuJu Smith-Schuster for TD
The 13-yard score increased the Chiefs' advantage in the third quarter.4 hours ago - NFL -
ESPN - Sports
Weekend Review: Pulisic lights up Milan derby, Haaland reaches 100 goals
Christian Pulisic scored again for Milan, this time in a Derby della Madonnina win, while Erling Haaland broke new ground. That and more in our Weekend Review.4 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL Winners and Losers: Vikings are 3-0, and Brian Flores' defense might be biggest reason
The Vikings are 3-0, and coaching is leading the way.11 hours ago - NFL -
VentureBeat - Tech
Discord CEO sheds light on future of gamer communication as users cross 200M
Discord has 200 million monthly users who spend 1.5 billion hours a month communicating.15 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
North Carolina Democrat on his opponent: 'Robinson exists because Donald Trump has lifted him up'
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein (D), the state’s Democratic candidate for governor, said in a Sunday interview that candidates should be held accountable for continuing to support his ...16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Daylight saving time: Why the US still changes the clocks twice a year
Fall has officially begun, which means we’re just a few weeks away from one of America’s least favorite traditions: the end of daylight saving time.19 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
On Ukraine's Snake Island, the Heart of the Battle for the Black Sea
The Wall Street Journal was granted rare access to the island, which has been at the center of Ukraine’s efforts to challenge Russian power in the area.Yesterday - Ukraine -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Kyle Larson shines bright under the lights with Bristol win; Round of 12 field set
After leading 462 laps in the Bass Pro Shops Night Race, Hendrick Motorsports’ Kyle Larson showed the No. 5 team’s full potential with a dominant win in the 500-lapper at Bristol Motor Speedway. ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
US navy apologizes for razing of Native Alaska community in late 1800s
In ceremony in Kake, military acknowledges bombardment of village that destroyed it and led to many deaths . In a ceremony Saturday afternoon, the US navy apologized for firing upon and torching ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
This Manchester United team specialise in not doing as well as might be expected | Jonathan Wilson
They could very easily have beaten Crystal Palace, and yet left more questions piling up about their manager Erik ten Hag. The good news for Erik ten Hag and Manchester United is that it was better ...Yesterday - Premier League -
Financial Times - Business
Israel kills elite Hizbollah commanders in Beirut strike
Air strike on Ibrahim Aqil and Radwan Force follows a wave of deadly blasts in LebanonYesterday - Israel -
The New York Times - Business
How the Kremlin Might Get Past RT Bans to Spread Its Message
Social media companies may try to ban RT, the Russian state media broadcaster. But the network has proved in the past to be a wily adversary when confronted with efforts to silence it.Yesterday - Russia -
ABC News - Health
Want to burn calories? Climbing stairs might be the most effective exercise for you
If you’re trying to lose a bit of weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for youYesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Want to burn calories? Climbing stairs might be the most effective exercise for you
If you’re trying to lose a bit of weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for youYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Kamala, but not Harris: Why people use female politicians' first names
Do you say "Kamala" but not "Donald"? Why is only one of the presidential candidates referred to by their first name?Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Bledisloe Cup: Wallabies 28-31 All Blacks – live reaction
New Zealand retain Bledisloe Cup with narrow victory Australia fall just short in stirring second-half comeback Englishman Karl Dickson is in charge of today’s contest, and here is talking ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Bali says enough as tourists crowd ‘island of gods’
Indonesia considers moratorium on development of hotels, villas, nightclubs and beach clubs2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Why an energy company is reopening Three Mile Island, site of 1979 nuclear accident
Three Mile Island, the Pennsylvania nuclear plant that was the site of a 1979 reactor accident, is reopening to generate power for artificial intelligence.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Microsoft's Three Mile Island deal
Presented by TerraPower — The Pennsylvania plant is the site of a 1979 partial nuclear meltdown {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Microsoft strikes deal to reopen ...2 days ago - Microsoft -
The New York Times - Science
Earth Might Have Had a Ring 466 Million Years Ago
Impact craters found around the Earth that were made around the same time could be linked to debris falling from a ring, a new study suggests.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Chris Sale's potential Triple Crown season for Braves reminds us why he's an all-time great MLB pitcher
At age 34, Sale’s likely Cy Young season will go down as one of the more improbable performances in recent memory.2 days ago - MLB -
Financial Times - Business
Microsoft in deal for Three Mile Island nuclear power to meet AI demand
Energy source enjoying renaissance as world looks to slash emissions and feed rapidly growing need2 days ago - Microsoft -
The Guardian - World
Three Mile Island nuclear reactor to restart to power Microsoft AI operations
Pennsylvania plant was site of most serious nuclear meltdown and radiation leak in US history in 1979. A nuclear reactor at the notorious Three Mile Island site in Pennsylvania is to be activated ...2 days ago - Microsoft -
The Hill - Politics
Microsoft strikes deal to reopen Three Mile Island nuclear plant
Nuclear energy operator Constellation Energy will reopen the Three Mile Island facility in Pennsylvania, the site of a 1979 partial nuclear meltdown, as part of a deal with Microsoft to power data ...2 days ago - Microsoft -
BBC News - Top stories
Peanut allergy warning over dips and sandwiches
People with a peanut allergy are advised to avoid eating foods that may contain mustard.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Ohtani's historic night might feel familiar to these former Red Sox
Was Shohei Ohtani's 10-RBI night the greatest game in MLB history? A few ex-Red Sox have their own strong arguments, writes John Tomase.2 days ago -
Wired - Tech
When You Call a Restaurant, You Might Be Chatting With an AI Host
Restaurants field a high volume of phone calls from inquisitive tourists or diners running late. Increasingly, voice chatbots are picking up on the other end of the line.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Postmaster general: ‘Wrong’ to say mail ballots might be misplaced
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy expressed frustration Thursday to reporters about the ongoing criticism from election officials about how the agency handles mail-in ballots, saying it is wrong ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
GM recalls over 449,000 SUVs, pickups due to brake fluid warning light issues
Without the warning light, a vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash, safety agency said.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. nuclear plant Three Mile Island to reopen, sell power to Microsoft
The firm announced the 20-year deal would involve the restart of the plant's Unit 1 reactor, which was shut down half a decade ago.2 days ago - Microsoft -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump says Israel won't exist if he doesn't win, rails against Jewish Americans not voting for him
Donald Trump claimed Thursday night that if he doesn't win in November, Jewish voters would be partly to blame and that Israel would be "eradicated." Trump made the remarks at an event aimed at ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Mercedes, BMW Flash Warning Lights on China
Top-end German carmakers have joined expensive French handbags among the products hit by weak consumer sentiment in the country.2 days ago - China -
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The New York Times - World
Three Mile Island Plans to Reopen as Demand for Nuclear Power Grows
The infamous plant, closed since 2019, is getting a new lease on life after Microsoft agreed to buy its electricity to supply a growing fleet of data centers.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Experience: We’re the caretakers of an uninhabited Irish island
There’s a colony of 2,000 seals with sharks, dolphins and whales nearby. My partner Darren and I had been teaching in Celbridge, in County Kildare, for three years before we took a career break. ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump says 'Israel will cease to exist' if Harris elected in appeal to Jewish voters
Former President Trump warned of an apocalyptic future for Israel should he lose the November election, addressing a pro-Israel conference with the theme of combatting antisemitism. The Republican ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Top stories
WATCH: This is when peak northern lights activity will occur
A busy series of northern lights activity will soon come to a peak as the sun reaches the solar maximum stage in the coming months.3 days ago