Disasters August 5 Explosive new report blames OceanGate and its CEO for 'preventable' Titan sub disaster A damning new report on the Titan submersible disaster that killed five people near the Titanic wreck in 2023 revealed that the tragedy was preventable and the result of a flawed experimental design and ignored safety warnings — with particular culpability placed on OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush.
VIDEO August 4 Boy who lost leg in shark attack shares story of survival, return to the water Jameson Reeder Jr., 13, shared how he had a portion of his leg amputated after an 8-foot bull shark attacked him in theFlorida Keys in 2022, and how he has since conquered his fears by returning to the reef where the life-altering encounter happened.
Russia August 3 Russian volcano erupts for first time in centuries after massive earthquake strikes Kamchatka Peninsula Russian volcano erupts after centuries of dormancy, spewing hot ash into sky and triggering 7.0-magnitude earthquake with tsunami warning on Kamchatka Peninsula.
VIDEO August 3 Russian volcano Krasheninnikov spews ash miles into the sky Russian volcano Krasheninnikov erupted for the first time in centuries, sending hot ash miles into the sky. (Credit: Artem Sheldr via AP)
Media August 2 DeSantis calls out media for 'failed drive-by attempt' to discredit 'Alligator Alcatraz' A media dispute erupted as Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Florida's hurricane planning for the 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility following the Miami Herald's critical reporting.
Health August 2 Common sweetener could hold untapped potential to fight aggressive cancer, study finds Preliminary study reveals that fermented stevia extract may help fight pancreatic cancer cells, though experts caution that more human research is needed before clinical use.
Travel July 30 Schoolboy spots American Revolution warship on beach after storm uncovers 230-year-old wreck Wooden remains of the Earl of Chatham, a British warship from 1749 that was used during the American Revolution, were discovered by a schoolboy on one of Scotland's Orkney Islands.
Tech July 29 Clever EV hack could reinvent diesel trucking Long-haul trucks are now being upgraded with a surprising twist, thanks to California-based startup Revoy. Their electric boost doesn't replace diesel but works alongside it to cut emissions and fuel costs without major disruption.
Travel July 29 Beach town cracks down on half-naked tourists with hefty fines for inappropriate attire A French beach town has implemented swimwear restrictions requiring tourists to keep bathingsuits on the beach, citing respect for locals and public hygiene as major concerns.
Travel July 28 Mysterious rare purple shell washes up on shores of beach after long absence Vibrant purple Janthina sea snails appear on Southern California coast after eight years, indicating warmer offshore waters similar to the 2015 El Niño event and marine heat wave.
Media July 27 Climate activists demand end to US Navy's 'Blue Angels' airshow in Seattle Seattle climate coalition is protesting the upcoming annual U.S. Navy Blue Angels airshow, claiming the jets produce carbon emissions, noise and "war trauma."