Son of Israel’s Ambassador Injured In West Bank Attack

In 2000, California packed 662,700 shredded waste tires beneath an I-880 on-ramp; they cut...

Engineers faced challenges while upgrading a highway interchange in Milpitas due to unstable bay mud. They opted to use shredded waste tires as lightweight fill to prevent ground settlement. This choice reduced weight on the soft soil by 40 percent and saved significant project costs. Over two decades, the infrastructure has shown no maintenance issues or structural damage.

Wisconsin university campus closed after 60 years; its 76-acre site could become 670 homes

The Waukesha County Board has approved the sale of the former University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Waukesha campus. This property, covering 76 acres, is to be redeveloped into a residential neighbourhood. The plan includes offering approximately 670 homes, consisting of single-family and multifamily units. Local officials estimate the project will significantly enhance the local tax base and generate additional revenue.

Man lost lamp in cave in 1953; became a NASA scientist, found it 68 years later

Judge temporarily overturns Trump's White House media ban

A court has ordered the US government to reinstate access to the building for CNN, Politico and MS NOW.

Tech industry group urges Trump administration to drop $103,265 H-1B fee proposal, asks how Silicon Valley will hire top talents

Ethiopia's army says it has repelled attacks in first comment on fresh fighting

The military says its soldiers inflicted casualties as fears grow of a resumption of a full-blown civil war.

An English artist paid £2,090 for a painting listed only as ‘in the style of’ Helen McNicoll

David Taylor made an astonishing find at a UK auction when he acquired an oil painting incorrectly attributed to Helen McNicoll for just £2,090. After expert examination, it was confirmed to be McNicoll's masterpiece, The Bean Harvest, appraised at £300,000. Canadian collector Pierre Lassonde later purchased the artwork for £174,000, ensuring its return to public viewing after a century, highlighting the often-hidden treasures lurking in regional auction houses.

White House bars Politico reporter again despite judge's access order

Meet Lucas Rojas, 16, who turned one inclusive kickball game into a six-team league with 40+ players

Lucas Rojas launched LINKball, a vibrant kickball league designed to unite students with special needs and enthusiastic volunteers. Starting from a charity match, this initiative blossomed into a well-organized league of six teams. Acknowledging his impactful work, Rojas was awarded the $10,000 Gloria Barron Prize. Each season sees over 40 players and 60 volunteers engaging in the program, promoting inclusivity and teamwork through the joy of sports.

Seattle’s 'Inconvenience Store': Former 7-Eleven sells tangled USBs, fake corn dogs and more

Poland's Tusk warns Putin G20 invite could embolden Russia

Poland’s Tusk warns Putin G20 invite could embolden Russia Poland prime minister Donald Tusk has raised concerns over the Trump administration's invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to join the G20 summit in Miami. According to Tusk, inviting Putin to the G20 summit, scheduled...

China trade deal extended through January, Bessent says, as Xi arrives for Trump meeting

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that U.S. and Chinese officials agreed to extend their trade truce by two months, after Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the U.S. for a summit with President Trump. “We have agreed today that we will extend … the détente, economic détente between the two countries that was scheduled...