US air force removes all bombers from British military base RAF Fairford

Seven charged with setting fire to 13 rented Louisiana homes for insurance claims

Seven people have been charged in Louisiana over an alleged insurance fraud scheme involving 13 residential fires between 2019 and 2026. Prosecutors say the group rented homes, took out insurance, allegedly set fires and then submitted false claims for property losses, hotel stays and disaster relief payments.

Texas man used Civil War relic as paperweight; later found it was a live explosive

Klein Curaçao restored native plants after removing goats and cats, aiding nine bird species

Kris Jenner relists Hidden Hills mansion at $11.25M after $2M price cut

NASA spacecraft gains 3.5 km/s speed from Earth’s gravity assist without major engine burn

On September 28, 2026, Juice, the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, accomplished a successful gravity assist flyby of Earth. This maneuver was pivotal in adjusting the spacecraft's trajectory and significantly boosting its speed without the need for extensive engine thrust. Throughout its mission, Juice has strategically employed gravity assists, effectively conserving fuel.

Rare 1982 Atari game found in box donated to Texas Goodwill sold for $10,590

A rare 1982 Atari 2600 game found among donated video games at a Texas Goodwill store sold for $10,590.79 in 2021. Goodwill said only 13 known copies of Air Raid existed at the time. The game was spotted by an employee, who confirmed its rarity with his father before the seven-day auction drew 34 bids.

Minnesota farmers grazed sheep under solar panels; flock covered 6,500 acres

California thieves stole $80K statue of 1886 Kentucky Derby winner

Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray regional capital

Two residents in Mekelle tell the BBC pro-government forces have taken control of the city.

Trump unveils 'Super Intelligence Force' to oversee AI policy

The president named his national intelligence chief as the taskforce's head as worries over AI grow.

Antarctica’s 2 native flowering plants responded differently to 7 years of warming

Research on King George Island examined how two native Antarctic plants responded to long-term warming. Antarctic hairgrass displayed reduced hydraulic conductivity and photosynthesis compared to those in natural conditions. In contrast, Antarctic pearlwort increased both its hydraulic conductivity and photosynthetic capacity. This study provided insights into contrasting adaptive strategies of these plants under sustained environmental changes. These findings highlight the need to understand species-specific responses to climate change effects.