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4 days ago

FDA approves first-ever mRNA flu vaccine for millions of older Americans

A new mRNA flu vaccine showed a 27% reduction in flu cases in a clinical trial, but its path to FDA approval faced an early regulatory setback.

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Holy Land discovery reveals ancient charred relics from one of Jerusalem's darkest chapters

Archaeologists reveal that charred wooden beams found beneath a parking lot in the City of David may date to the Babylonian destruction of Solomon's Temple 2,600 years ago.

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Search for Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane reignites with ambitious new expedition

The Taraia Object Expedition departs on Oct. 7 for Nikumaroro Island to investigate a satellite-imaged anomaly believed to be Amelia Earhart's long-missing plane.

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FAA, NTSB investigating possible violation of safety protocol involving Trump, Marine One

The FAA is reviewing and the NTSB is investigating a loss of separation between a commercial plane departing Reagan National Airport and Marine One carrying Trump to Los Angeles.

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DoorDash gets FAA approval for its own delivery drones

DoorDash earned FAA Part 135 air carrier certification and launched DoorDash Air, but several operational approvals remain before drones reach customers.

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NASA moon base: Administrator Jared Isaacman details plans for long-term presence

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman discusses the agency's three-phase plan to establish a permanent moon base. Isaacman also reacts to reports of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage hitting the lunar surface at 5,400 mph.

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WATCH: Smithsonian director admits she sees history as ‘tool’ of ‘social justice’ in resurfaced 2025 clip

A resurfaced video shows Smithsonian Museum Director Anthea Hartig calling history a "prime tool of social justice" and touting reparations and equity.

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Archaeologists uncover sprawling Roman estate buried for centuries beneath farmland

The fourth-century Roman villa in Devon, in the U.K., yielded a striking mosaic, a copper-alloy bracelet, an engraved gemstone and an elaborate bathhouse complex.

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10-year-old boy recounts near-drowning as family reveals friendship with California teen lifeguard hero

Nathaniel Rai recalls the terrifying surf rescue that saved his life as his family opens up about the close friendship they formed with the California teen hero.

6 days ago

Capybaras crash Brazilian lawmakers' voting session and steal the show

Capybaras wandered through the front door of the Mato Grosso state legislature in Brazil, surprising lawmakers preparing for a vote last week.