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Police say ‘sightseers’ hindering Texas recovery efforts as teams search for victims in debris

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Police say ‘sightseers’ hindering Texas recovery efforts as teams search for victims in debris

Texas police say "sightseeing" residents are making it harder for them to complete their rescue and recovery missions in the wake of deadly flash floods this week.Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha made the comments during a Wednesday press conference, urging anyone not involved in recovery efforts to "give us room.""Our first responders are trying to get to places to do their jobs," he said. "And people coming here from outside […]

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4 arrested in alleged Border Patrol operation sabotage attempt near LA as attacks on immigration agents surge

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4 arrested in alleged Border Patrol operation sabotage attempt near LA as attacks on immigration agents surge

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that another four individuals were arrested for allegedly interfering with a federal immigration operation outside Los Angeles as law enforcement officers face increased attacks for enforcing the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda.The Department of Justice (DOJ), meanwhile, said it "is actively tracking these targeted assaults against our law enforcement and will hold offenders accountable to the fullest extent of the law." "Any official promoting […]

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US measles cases hit highest level in more than 30 years, CDC data shows

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US measles cases hit highest level in more than 30 years, CDC data shows

The current number of measles cases in the U.S. is at its highest level in more than 30 years, according to new data released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said 1,288 confirmed cases have been recorded as of Tuesday throughout 38 states. Texas leads the nation with more than 700 cases. Last year, the CDC reported only 285 measles cases. In 2019, there were 1,274 recorded, […]

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Can you stop Mark Zuckerberg from using your art on Facebook?

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Can you stop Mark Zuckerberg from using your art on Facebook?

If you create and share art online, you might have seen messages warning that Facebook's parent company, Meta, claims the right to use or even sell anything you post, whether it's pictures, poems, or artwork. Robert from Edmond, Oklahoma, reached out with this concern:"I keep getting messages warning me that Facebook/Meta has let all subscribers know that Meta claims the right to own or use anything one puts on their […]

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Why sitting around a campfire might be the therapy session you didn’t know you needed

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Why sitting around a campfire might be the therapy session you didn’t know you needed

Lighting a campfire and watching as the flames grow and flicker can feel therapeutic — for good reason.Between the light, heat and crackling sound, sitting around a campfire can be a relaxing experience — and experts agree that it can even benefit your mental health.Research published in the journal Evolutionary Psychology has noted "significant reductions" in blood pressure associated with exposure to a crackling fire.BEACH DAYS BENEFIT MENTAL HEALTH AND […]

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Trump announces higher tariff rates for more countries in letters published on social media

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Trump announces higher tariff rates for more countries in letters published on social media

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced higher tariff rates on six countries in a flurry of social media posts.The latest round of Trump's trade announcements included Libya, Iraq, Algeria, Moldova, Brunei and the Philippines.The Philippines was charged the lowest tariff rate of 20%. Brunei and Moldova were each hit with rates of 25%, while Trump imposed rates of 30% on Algeria, Iraq and Libya.Trump posted images of the letters to […]

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Shark bites beach fisherman who dragged thrashing predator back to water after catch

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Shark bites beach fisherman who dragged thrashing predator back to water after catch

A fisherman in a wealthy beach vacation hot spot became the object of nature's wrath while wrestling with a shark he caught during the July Fourth weekend. A 21-year-old man in Nantucket caught a common sandbar shark on Sunday and reeled it onto shore, according to the Nantucket Current. When he attempted to return the shark to the ocean, it bit him on the leg, causing a serious injury.The unnamed victim […]

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‘Jeopardy!’ under fire after James Bond clue leaves viewers frustrated

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‘Jeopardy!’ under fire after James Bond clue leaves viewers frustrated

"Jeopardy!" is taking some heat for a confusing James Bond clue. Earlier this week, a Final Jeopardy prompt about the beloved film franchise left fans scratching their heads, as they argued that the clue was "convoluted."During an episode that aired on July 7, host Ken Jennings announced that "Movie Music" was the category for the Final Jeopardy clue. ‘JEOPARDY!’ HOST KEN JENNINGS HAS ‘100% EMPATHY’ FOR CONTESTANTS' SHOW FAILS"The last 2 best […]

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Video shows teens’ adventure turn frightening near popular tourist destination

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Video shows teens’ adventure turn frightening near popular tourist destination

Two teenagers are lucky to be alive following a harrowing helicopter rescue by the U.S. Coast Guard after straying from a popular Oregon tourist destination over the weekend. The daring rescue unfolded Saturday near Roads End Point recreation site, where the two teens and a member of the Lincoln County Fire Department became trapped on a cliffside on Saturday, according to the Coast Guard. VIDEO SHOWS COAST GUARD SAVE FAMILY IN HELICOPTER […]

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