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Cancer deaths among men expected to nearly double by 2050: Study
Medical researchers are predicting a significant rise in cancer cases and deaths among men by the year 2050. Cancer-related deaths are projected to nearly double, rising from 5.4 million in 2022 to 10.5 million in 2050, representing a 93% increase. New findings published in an American Cancer Society journal suggest that globally, cancer cases among… -
Wildfires rage on the outskirts of Athens, prompting massive evacuations
Wildfires on the outskirts of Athens, Greece, prompted urgent evacuations as the fires killed at least one person and forced thousands from their homes. So far, the fire burned about 100,000 acres. Authorities continue to evacuate affected areas as the fires spread. Officials reported that fires started in 40 different locations on Monday, Aug. 12,… -
It’s ‘Augtober’ and pumpkin spice is making an early comeback
Happy “Augtober!” In case you don’t know what that is — it means the beginning of pumpkin spice season. Despite still dealing with August’s sweltering summer temperatures, more and more businesses are starting to roll out their fall favorites like it’s October. For example, Krispy Kreme has already started selling its pumpkin spice lattes and donuts. And… -
USA Gymnastics pursuing all avenues to keep Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal after appeal denied
The latest turn in the Olympic medal controversy involving gymnast Jordan Chiles did not go Team USA’s way. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) denied USA Gymnastics’ (USAG) appeal of its ruling that Chiles take fifth place in the individual floor exercise final and must return her bronze medal. Chiles had initially scored a… -
US preps for potential Iranian-backed attack on Israel as early as this week
National Security Adviser John Kirby announced that the U.S. is bracing for potential “significant” attacks by Iran or its proxies in the Middle East, possibly occurring as early as this week. In response, the U.S. has bolstered its military presence in the region, a move Kirby described as aimed at deterring Iranian aggression and de-escalating… -
FBI investigating attempts to hack US presidential campaigns
The FBI is conducting an investigation following reports from both the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns of attempted hacks into their communications. The alleged attacks include on three Biden-Harris campaign staffers and Roger Stone, a former adviser to Donald Trump. Stone told The Washington Post that his email had been compromised. “I was informed by the… -
Elon Musk interviews Donald Trump for 2 hours on X after delay
Elon Musk sats down with former President Donald Trump in an interview on X that lasted two hours. And the impact of an earthquake in Los Angeles is caught on live TV. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024. Elon Musk interviews Donald Trump for 2 hours on X after delay Former… -
Trump plans to sue DOJ for $100 million over FBI raid at Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump is preparing to sue the Department of Justice (DOJ) over the FBI raid on his Mar-a-Lago property in August 2022. Trump’s legal team argues that the raid was part of “an unconstitutional process” and was “driven by political persecution.” Trump and his team are seeking $100 million in damages, according to… -
‘I don’t want to die’: Newly released 911 calls from inside Uvalde school massacre
Newly released 911 calls and bodycam footage from May 24, 2022, in Uvalde, Texas, shows the scene of the mass school shooting that resulted in the deaths of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School. There was a lengthy legal battle between news organizations and Uvalde officials over the public release of more… -
Biden administration wants to make it easier to unsubscribe
The Biden administration has unveiled a new initiative to make it easier for Americans to unsubscribe from unwanted memberships and unwanted payment services. The “Time is Money” initiative brings together multiple government agencies to stop corporate practices that waste consumers’ time, making it easier to cancel subscriptions, get refunds, submit health care and insurance forms… -
US-South Korea drills ramp up amid North Korean nuclear threats
Tensions are mounting on the Korean Peninsula as South Korea and the United States prepare for key annual joint military drills amid increasing nuclear threats from North Korea. The exercises, scheduled for Aug. 19-29, are designed to improve defenses against missile strikes, GPS jamming and cyber threats. North Korea often perceives these drills as preparations… -
New twist in US gymnast Jordan Chiles’ Olympic medal saga
USA Gymnastics is challenging the ruling of Olympic officials that called for Team USA’s Jordan Chiles to return her bronze medal she won during the individual floor exercise final last week. Chiles was awarded the medal after her coach, Cecile Landi, submitted a review of the judges’ scores. However, the decision this weekend by the Court… -
Vance speaks on Trump’s plans for abortion pills, deportations
Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, had multiple one-on-one interviews air on Sunday, Aug. 11. In the interviews, he spoke with CNN’s Dana Bash, CBS’ Margaret Brennan and ABC’s Jonathan Karl about former President Donald Trump’s plans should he be elected again in 2024. On CBS, Vance defended recent comments by the former president…
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