Researcher names recently discovered 500-million-year-old sea worm after 'Dune' monster
A University of Kansas paleontologist exploring an area known for its fossils recently uncovered a never-before-discovered ancient sea worm -- and showed off her "nerdy" side while naming it.
2023-08-06 12:46
Oregon drivers are now allowed to pump their own fuel after the state lifted a ban dating back to 1951
All gas stations in Oregon can now allow customers to pump their own gas under a new law signed Friday, lifting a ban on self-service in the state dating back to 1951.
2023-08-06 12:45
Australia Plans New Laws to Crack Down on Tax Adviser Misconduct
Australia’s government will legislate “the biggest crackdown on tax adviser misconduct” in the nation’s history, including boosting some
2023-08-06 11:59
Arizona woman charged with trying to kill husband by poisoning coffee
An Arizona woman is accused of attempting to kill her husband by poisoning his coffee every day for months.
2023-08-06 09:23
Niger coup: Is France to blame for instability in West Africa?
The recent wave of military takeovers have all been in former French colonies - is this a coincidence?
2023-08-06 08:53
Did India let down the maharajahs?
On the eve of Indian independence in 1947, India's 562 princes ruled over a third of its population.
2023-08-06 08:51
China Is Losing Out as Global Funds Chase Returns in Japan Stocks
Japan is leaving China behind as Asia’s two largest stock markets compete for investor capital, with the latter’s
2023-08-06 08:18
Elephant corridors: The busy trunk routes where locals take care to cross
The difficulties facing people living next to Botswana's growing African elephant population.
2023-08-06 08:15
The remarkable recovery of Syria's earthquake baby
Six months ago today, Afraa was pulled from rubble, still attached to her umbilical cord and barely alive.
2023-08-06 07:54
Donald Trump social media post flagged to judge as prosecutors seek order
Prosecutors ask for limits on what Donald Trump is allowed to publicly say about the election fraud case.
2023-08-06 07:17
Oregon extends crab fishing restrictions to protect whales from getting caught in trap ropes
Oregon has extended rules restricting the number of crab traps in the water and how deep they can drop in the late-season months when humpback whales are more likely to swim there
2023-08-06 06:22
6-year-old boy severely injured after apparent fall from Florida rollercoaster, officials say
A 6-year-old boy in Florida was left severely injured at a theme park after apparently falling from a ride that was nearly two dozen feet above where he was found, authorities said.
2023-08-06 05:58