How flood sirens could have saved lives in Texas
In the wake of the deadly flash floods in Texas, state leaders are exploring whether to install more flood warning sirens. Such sirens can save
A rare interstellar comet is headed our way. Here’s how you could view it
A rare visitor from another star system has been spotted: the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS! It was detected July 1 by the NASA-funded Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last
This week in science: a comet, plastic-eating bugs, and how altitude changes smell
Emily Kwong and Regina Barber of NPR’s Short Wave talk about a comet visiting from interstellar space, caterpillars that eat and break down plastic, and
Barabak: He tried to keep Trump from a second term. But six months in, ‘I’m very impressed.’
Roger Hutson said he’s no MAGA acolyte. But Trump’s delivery on promises on immigration, Iran and other issues have put the Denver oil and gas
How a Supreme Court win for public health bolstered RFK Jr. and threatens no-cost vaccines
Texas lawsuit over drugs and vaccines provided by insurers ends with a win for the government — and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Ukraine to receive US air defence systems, says Trump
The US president said he will send weapons to Nato, which he said would pay and then give the weapons to Ukraine.
War crimes being committed in Sudan, ICC believes
The court says there are “reasonable grounds” to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan.
Kurdish PKK burns guns in big step towards ending Turkey conflict
The ceremony took place under tight security at a cave in Iraqi Kurdistan – the disarmament process is expected to last all summer.
Iran could recover some enriched uranium after US strikes, Israeli official says
The US has insisted that Iran’s nuclear facilities were completely ‘obliterated’ during strikes in June.
TV doctor and IVF pioneer quits BMA over strikes
The Labour peer says the strikes could damage public trust in doctors.
Surgeon banned by private practice is working for NHS
Marc Lamah, dropped by a private provider, continues to operate on NHS patients in Brighton.
Miss Fluidless Contact Lens
Alamagordo Daily News – Mar 7, 1957 Apparently photographer Diane Arbus was intrigued by Miss Fluidless Contact Lens and considered photographing her and other oddball
Doctored photo amplifies trans conspiracy theory targeting Michelle Obama
The former first lady has been the subject of numerous conspiracy theories about her gender identity.
Unpacking reports Noem’s cost controls delayed FEMA’s Texas flood response
Noem reportedly issued a directive requiring all contracts and grants over $100,000 to receive her personal sign off for approval.