Ukraine carried out one of its largest drone assaults against Russian territory, striking homes and infrastructure near Moscow and killing four people. The attack hit a house in Khimki, a town northwest of the capital, and two men in Pogorelki, a village just north of Moscow. A drone also struck a t
Three experienced Finnish cave divers from a global safety group landed in the Maldives to help search for four Italian tourists who died while exploring a sea cave. They will join local coast guard divers and specialists from Australia and the United Kingdom to devise a new plan. The mission follow
A new set of iridium compounds was made by removing a methyl group from older ionic versions. These neutral pieces, called 3 and 4, have a big ring of carbon atoms and a side group that can be chlorine or iodine. Scientists used them to build strange mixed‑metal structures that combine iridium
Israel launched a targeted airstrike on Gaza City that resulted in the death of Izz al‑Din al‑Haddad, the chief of Hamas’ military wing. The attack came months after a U. S. -backed ceasefire that was meant to stop fighting, yet Israel has continued operations in the region. Haddad, who had led Hama
The study looks at how oil spills alter the tiny life that lives in underground water and the soil around it. Scientists collected samples from a site where oil had leaked into the ground, taking both water and the rock‑filled layers that sit below it. They also gathered “clean” samples from a nearb
A powerful storm system is set to sweep across the central United States, beginning Saturday and lasting until Monday. Meteorologists predict that the weather will intensify each day, reaching its peak on Monday with widespread damage. The storms are expected to bring winds that exceed 75 miles p
The Chicago region will feel a strong summer breeze this Sunday, with temperatures climbing into the mid‑80s and clear skies expected by evening. A quick cloud cover may appear overnight, setting the stage for showers that could make Monday mornings rainy and slick. By mid‑day on Monday, the skies w
Alabama’s weather forecast says rain will arrive later in the week, but it won’t be enough to fix the state’s long‑standing dry spell. Most regions will see light showers, while the southern part of the state—where drought is most severe—will get only a trickle. The U. S. Drought Monitor shows larg
A wind warning is in effect across parts of Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire until 11 p. m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast calls for steady breezes that could reach 40 to 50 miles per hour, especially in areas known for gusty weather such as the San Bernardin
May 17 marks a special day for several well‑known figures across entertainment and sports. One highlight is the 64th birthday of comedian Craig Ferguson, remembered for his quick wit on “Celebrity Name Game. ” Another star turning a year older is singer Trent Reznor, who added 61 years to his life a
