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Towering dust storm sweeps across Phoenix

August 26, 2025

Towering dust storm sweeps across Phoenix

Phoenix hit by major dust storm Monday, leaving thousands without power and temporarily halting airport operations across the metro area.

Oregon wildfire threatens thousands of homes as officials issue ominous warning

August 25, 2025

Oregon wildfire threatens thousands of homes as officials issue ominous warning

Firefighters are battling Oregon's Flat Fire covering 22,000 acres and threatening hundreds of structures despite recent weather improvements and new containment lines.

Former Biden Secretary of State Antony Blinken asked to leave New York beach by lifeguard

August 24, 2025

Former Biden Secretary of State Antony Blinken asked to leave New York beach by lifeguard

Antony Blinken and a friend appeared to be removed from East Hampton's Georgica Beach on Friday as officials enforced closures due to Hurricane Erin conditions.

Extreme heat creates 'recipe for disaster' for vulnerable seniors, expert warns

August 22, 2025

Extreme heat creates 'recipe for disaster' for vulnerable seniors, expert warns

Gerontologist Macie P. Smith reveals the health complications seniors may face due to extreme heat, as well as risks to look out for and solutions for caretakers to implement.

Hurricane Erin prompts beach closures and emergency declarations across multiple states

August 20, 2025

Hurricane Erin prompts beach closures and emergency declarations across multiple states

Hurricane Erin is bringing 100 mph winds and dangerous rip currents to coastal towns, prompting beach closures and tropical storm warnings from North Carolina to Virginia.

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on vintage vehicles and carnival crowds

August 17, 2025

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on vintage vehicles and carnival crowds

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of vintage vehicles, carnival crowds and more.

Body of Antarctic explorer found after 66 years after his disappearance

August 12, 2025

Body of Antarctic explorer found after 66 years after his disappearance

DNA testing has confirmed that remains found in Antarctica belong to 25-year-old meteorologist Dennis "Tink" Bell, who fell in a crevasse back in 1959.

Unauthorized North Carolina mine allegedly seizing on Hurricane Helene devastation, court battle imminent

August 11, 2025

Unauthorized North Carolina mine allegedly seizing on Hurricane Helene devastation, court battle imminent

Western North Carolina residents head to court Monday in a fight against an "illegal" mine that swept into the mountains in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

Three Americans evacuated from Antarctica after medical emergency at research station

August 6, 2025

Three Americans evacuated from Antarctica after medical emergency at research station

The New Zealand air force completed a high-risk medical evacuation of three Americans from Antarctica in freezing temperatures and total darkness on ice runway.

DeSantis calls out media for 'failed drive-by attempt' to discredit 'Alligator Alcatraz'

August 2, 2025

DeSantis calls out media for 'failed drive-by attempt' to discredit 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A media dispute erupted as Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Florida's hurricane planning for the 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility following the Miami Herald's critical reporting.