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Israel strikes Hezbollah site in Lebanon; both sides claim victory
Israel and Hezbollah are both claiming victories after their biggest exchange of fire yet. And two NASA astronauts stuck aboard the International Space Station will have to stay there a few more months. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Aug. 26, 2024. Israel strikes Hezbollah site in Lebanon; both sides claim… -
Taliban impose increased morality rules for women, fire beardless military men
On the heels of the Taliban celebrating three years in power, new rules being enforced on the people of Afghanistan. From further restrictions on women’s rights to a formal crackdown on dress codes for both genders. During the week of Aug. 18, over 280 members of the Afghan National Security Forces were dismissed because they… -
California city is latest to ban residents from smoking in their own apartments
Carlsbad is the first city in San Diego County to ban smoking and vaping — both cannabis and nicotine products — within all multifamily residential buildings, including apartments, condos, and townhomes. At least 84 other California cities, such as Beverly Hills, Culver City, Manhattan Beach, and Pasadena, have also enacted restrictions on smoking in multifamily… -
India’s Prime Minister Modi visits Kyiv, calls for diplomacy
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kyiv on Friday, Aug. 23, marking the highest-profile trip by a leader from a neutral nation during the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict. His visit is part of Ukraine’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to engage non-Western countries in potential peace talks. Modi’s arrival follows a recent trip to Moscow, where he reinforced… -
HPV Infections may impact male fertility, study finds
For years scientists have suspected human papillomavirus (HPV) could play a role in male infertility. Now, they’re getting closer to an answer. Until recently, most research about HPV and infertility has been done on women. However, a new study shows certain strains of HPV do appear to play a role in male infertility. Researchers found… -
New Starbucks CEO gets private jet job perk for 1,000 mile commutes
The new Starbucks CEO, Brian Niccol, is facing criticism before even officially starting the job after details of his offer letter became public in an Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing. One of the perks listed is the ability to fly by private jet to the Seattle corporate office three times a week. Niccol, who… -
NASA to decide Saturday if Boeing capsule is safe to bring astronauts home
Saturday, Aug. 24, NASA is set to decide whether Boeing’s new capsule is safe enough to bring two astronauts who have been stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) since June home. Once Saturday’s meeting between NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and other top agency officials is over, an announcement on the decision is expected from… -
Second largest diamond ever found is discovered in Botswana
The second biggest diamond ever found has been unearthed in Botswana. Canadian mining company Lucara Diamond said it discovered the gem in one of its mines in the south African country. The massive 2,492-carat diamond was located using the mining company’s x-ray technology. The company presented it to Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Thursday, Aug.… -
Chicago sees multiple protests on last day of DNC
A few dozen protesters clashed briefly with Chicago police on Thursday, Aug. 22, as Vice President Kamala Harris was speaking on the final night of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). It was a small group left over from an earlier demonstration The protesters had planned to march toward the United Center, the site of the… -
Canadian government orders arbitration to end rail labor dispute
The Canadian government has intervened in a labor dispute involving thousands of freight train workers. The deadlock on workers’ contract negotiations could have led to a major economic disruption, impacting goods coming into the United States. Canada’s two largest railroads, Canadian National and CPKC, locked out more than 9,000 unionized workers on Thursday, Aug. 22. Within… -
VP Kamala Harris formally accepts Democratic presidential nomination at DNC
Vice President Kamala Harris closed out the Democratic National Convention (DNC) by accepting her party’s nomination for president. And one of the largest diamonds ever found was just unearthed in Botswana. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. VP Kamala Harris formally accepts Democratic presidential nomination at DNC Vice President Kamala… -
WNBA star Angel Reese confirms Reese’s collab after fans’ request
It’s a sweet deal that basketball fans have been craving: The chocolate and peanut butter brand Reese’s has partnered with WNBA star Angel Reese for a merchandise collaboration. So how did this partnership come about? Social media, of course. It all began when Angel Reese posted “Reese’s Pieces, where ya’ll at?” on X to her… -
Texas AG investigates claims of nonprofits registering noncitizens to vote
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, R, has announced an investigation into claims that organizations in the state might be unlawfully registering noncitizens to vote. Paxton’s investigation follows an undercover operation by his Election Integrity Unit, which reportedly found nonprofit groups outside the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) offices offering voter registration assistance to individuals…
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