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August 23, 2023

Heroic FDNY fireboat 'Fire Fighter' celebrates 85 years

The Fireboat Fire Fighter Museum at Mystic Seaport in Mystic, Connecticut, celebrates the 85th birthday of storied former FDNY vessel "Fire Fighter." The fireboat served New York City for 72 years, from World War II through 9/11. 

August 23, 2023

Heavy rainfall near Grand Canyon displaces residents and guests, triggering evacuations

Around 100 individuals, including both residents and hotel guests, were displaced as a result of intense rainfall that struck a small community adjacent to the Grand Canyon.

August 23, 2023

McCarthy threatens congressional response to Biden's handling of Maui fires

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is threatening an investigation into how President Biden handled the fires in Maui.

August 23, 2023

Visiting Arkansas: See Little Rock and experience Hot Springs during your vacation

The state of Arkansas is home to tourist attractions such as Hot Springs National Park, Little Rock Central High School and the William J. Clinton Presidential Library.

August 23, 2023

American tourist forced to apologize in Thailand after blowing marijuana smoke on crowded street

Authorities in Thailand tracked down an American tourist and forced him to apologize after he was caught on video blowing cannabis smoke in a crowded area.

August 23, 2023

Federal authorities investigating Maine cargo plane crash that killed 2 in Litchfield

A plane crashed near a small airport in Lewiston, Maine, on Aug. 22, 2023. Both people on board the plane were killed in the accident. Federal authorities are investigating the crash.

August 23, 2023

Maui resident responds to Biden's 'build back better' speech after wildfires: 'There's no better'

A Maui resident called on President Biden to fulfill his promise to help Lahaina rebuild the way locals want after deadly wildfires, not trying to create a "better" community.

August 23, 2023

6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Argentina

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 struck hundreds of miles below the surface of Santiago del Estero, Argentina, Wednesday. No damages were immediately reported.

August 23, 2023

Newt Gingrich sounds alarm on Biden's 'frightening' Maui response: 'Who's making the decisions?'

Fox News contributor slams the president for being 'totally out of touch with reality' following his brief visit to Hawaii after the devastating wildfires.

August 23, 2023

American tourist in Thailand forced to apologize after blowing cannabis smoke on busy street

An American tourist on the island of Phuket in Thailand was forced to make a public apology and leave the country after using a 'weed blower' to blow smoke over a busy tourist area. CREDIT: ViralPress