ZZ Top Drummer Frank Beard’s Health Led to Recent Show Cancellation
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Reggie Bannister, a Horror Icon Known for the ‘Phantasm’ Franchise, Dies at 80
The actor was eventually dubbed "the hardest working man in horror," thanks to his work in the cult classic film franchise created by filmmaker Don Coscarelli.
Boxing Legend Chris John Joins Silver Media Group for Animated Series ‘Dragon’s Dojo’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Singapore’s Silver Media Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesian boxing legend Chris John to develop “Dragon’s Dojo,” a mobile-first vertical animated series drawing on Indonesian folklore. The project marks the first chapter of the ASERYA Asian Mythology
Trump flew secretly from Turkey due to Iranian threat, the Washington Post reports
WASHINGTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Prompted by an Iranian threat, U.S. President Donald Trump took a secret military flight from Turkey last month when the White House said he was aboard Air Force One, the Washington Post reported Monday. Trump had taken the newly renovated
Iran’s steep demands for US over Strait of Hormuz threaten to derail reopening
A deal between Iran and Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is teetering over steep demands from Tehran for the United States and vice versa. Iran on Sunday said the agreement to set up new shipping lanes was in its final stages but repeated that the vital waterway would only
J.J. Abrams on ‘The End of Oak Street’ Theories and Daughter Gracie’s Acting Debut: “I Know How Hard She’s Working”
The filmmaker speaks out about speculation that the new sci-fi movie may be connected to his 'Cloverfield' franchise, while also praising his pop star daughter's career pivot.
Africa: Sudan Ambassador to Senegal - Dakar's Support Remains Firm As Sudan Defends Its Sovereignty
[SNA] Khartoum, August 8, 2026 (SUNA) -- Sudanese Ambassador to Senegal Abdelghani Al-Naeem expressed the Sudanese government's and people's appreciation for Senegal's steadfast support for Sudan's sovereignty and unity, stressing Khartoum's determination to expand bilateral
Ancient Maltese seafarers likely navigated by the stars
Malta might be the last place one would expect a convergence of archeoastronomy and early cosmology. Today, it's better known as a billionaire tax haven and a favorite production location for big-budget Hollywood movies.
Africa: Autism and Mental Health - A Growing Public Health Priority for Rwanda and Africa
[New Times] Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and mental health disorders represent significant and growing public health challenges of the 21st century. Although communicable diseases have historically remained at the forefront of healthcare priorities across Africa,
Bill Bellamy to Receive Icon Award at Whats Funny Comedy Festival, Co-Founded by Lil Rel Howery
Comedian, actor, and entertainer Bill Bellamy will be presented with the Icon Award at the 2026 Whats Funny Comedy Festival, recognizing his decades of excellence and impact on stand-up comedy and entertainment. The Whats Funny Comedy Festival was co-founded by Knowledge Beckom
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Spends 17th Week at No. 1, Now Solely Holds Fourth Place Spot Among All-Time Hot 100 Streaks
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” is unquestionably the biggest hit single of the year, and all that’s left to decide is where the seemingly unstoppable song ultimately lands among the biggest chart hits of all time. The country crossover smash just landed its 17th week at No. 1
Dismiss Church’s Trademark Lawsuit Against “Mormon Stories” Podcast, EFF Urges Court
Imagine if McDonald’s could use trademark law to control how you use the term “fast food.” Or if the Canadian government could stop you from using the word “Canada” in the title of a book about the country and its people. That wouldn’t just be absurd; it would be an
Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny Dealt With Trump Quietly. It’s a Smart Move
Both superstars muted their songs from videos posted by the administration without drawing more attention to the White House
Netflix's The Last House ending explained by director: 'We humans are the bad guys of this planet'
Director Louis Leterrier talks about his swerve away from Spielbergian convention
Microplastics may transport hazardous plastic additives through marine environments
Plastic pollution is not only a marine litter issue; it is also closely linked to resource circulation and chemical management. Plastic products contain a wide range of additives, including antioxidants, plasticizers, ultraviolet stabilizers and flame retardants. Some of these
Demi Lovato to Make ‘Camp Rock 3’ Cameo Appearance
Demi Lovato will make a cameo appearance in “Camp Rock 3,” reprising the role of Mitchie Torres. The news comes just ahead of the Los Angeles premiere event on Monday. The movie will debut on Disney Channel on Thursday before streaming on Disney+ beginning Friday. Previously,
Halloween: The Game is banned in Australia because incentivized drug use is bad but incentivized ultra-violence isn't
Priorities, priorities.
Trump says he hasn't spoken to Blanche or Pirro about prosecuting Fauci
President Trump said Monday he has not spoken to Attorney General Todd Blanche nor Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., regarding prosecuting Dr. Anthony Fauci. “I have not spoken to them about that, no,” Trump told Semafor’s Shelby Talcott in the Oval Office.
China says Long March 7A rocket launch failed after flight anomaly
Failure is first of Long March 7A rocket since maiden voyage in 2020.
Scientific advancement has never been more prolific—so why has trust in science plummeted?
From genome editing to quantum computing, scientific progress is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, yet public faith in science is collapsing. Our species has mapped the human genome, created powerful computers that sit in the palms of our hands and extended human life
Machine learning predicts forest soil fungal diversity from drone images
Combining drone data and machine learning can help cover more ground in monitoring forest soil health, University of Alberta research shows. The findings are published in the journal Forest Ecology and Management. Using both tools to map and monitor soil fungal diversity—a key
What to Know About Tupac’s Murder Trial and Suspect Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis
For three decades, rap legend and cultural icon Tupac Shakur’s killing has remained one of America’s great unsolved mysteries, spawning countless books, documentaries and long-form investigative journalism pieces. Now, the man accused of orchestrating his 1996 shooting is
'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men
Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
Traditional plastic forks shed harmful microplastics. Plastic created from sugar is an alternative
At a Massachusetts lab, pebble-sized pellets are transformed into forks and films that won't leave persistent microplastics in the environment.
Report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea level and ocean heat in 2025
According to the 36th annual State of the Climate report, greenhouse gas concentrations, global sea level and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2025.
Jackie, a beloved bald eagle and livestream star, dies of mysterious illness
Thousands mourn the death of the eagle at California’s Big Bear Lake, whose life was closely followed via livestream Jackie – the beloved bald eagle at California’s Big Bear Lake whose livestream was followed by millions of viewers as she birthed and raised chicks – died on
American Academy of Pediatrics calls Trump vaccine order 'dangerous'
The president of the American Academy of Pediatrics blasted President Trump’s Monday executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccines. "As measles cases reach a 35-year high in the U.S. and with cold and flu season quickly approaching, today's executive order on vaccines
Rogers Makes False 9/11 Claim About El-Sayed
Republican Mike Rogers has provided no evidence that Democrat Abdul El-Sayed “believes that America deserved 9/11,” as Rogers falsely claimed in a statement this month. Instead Rogers’ Senate campaign has pointed to past comments made by a liberal political commentator.
Oak leaves harbor distinct microbial worlds on their opposite surfaces
A single leaf may look like a simple patch of green, but to the microscopic life that inhabits it, it is a vast landscape divided into different worlds.
Common-ground curriculum boosts tolerance and civic engagement in pilot study
Social cohesion is the glue that holds society together. Now, those bonds are breaking, and polarization has been growing for years. Educational programs aimed at strengthening social cohesion by promoting greater tolerance often focus on social differences, such as ethnicity,
White House thrusts vaccines back into headlines
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story White House thrusts vaccines back into headlines The Trump administration appeared to be backing away from making moves on changing vaccine policy in recent months, perhaps wary of political
13 Fields of Mistria Tips For First-Time Farmers
Starting your first farm in Mistria 1.0? Here are a few things that will make your journey easier
Tech companies must face thousands of lawsuits over social media addiction, appeals court rules
A U.S. Appeals Court on Monday declined to drop the thousands of online safety lawsuits against social media firms, ruling Meta and TikTok appealed the cases too early. In an opinion issued Monday, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals determined the technology liability shield
What to know about Trump's vaccine executive order
President Trump signed an executive order Monday advancing "Make America Healthy Again" vaccine priorities, issuing recommendations to split up combined vaccines and to reduce the number of childhood immunizations. "Effective immediately, my administration is recognizing gold
DNA repair enzymes favor specific sequences, shaping mutation patterns in the human genome
When a wound does not heal properly, it leaves a scar. Similarly, mutations—which are permanent changes to genetic code—are often the result of damaged DNA that has not been properly repaired. Mutations can impede the function of genes and lead to disease and aging, but they
US had hottest month on record in July
July 2026 marked the hottest month on record for the contiguous United States, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Monday, continuing a recent trend driven by human-caused climate change.
Trump wades into data center debate amid political battle
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump backs data centers as Texas sets new standards President Trump is touting the benefits of AI data centers after Texas moved to more strictly regulate the industry, which has rapidly become a political lightning rod across
The vibey offroading game with more than a million Steam wishlists has a release date
Over the Hill looks set to be a low key hit.
Nvidia gets $500bn from major investors to develop AI infrastructure
The money will be used to develop new data centres to house, operate, and cool miles of stacked computer chips that process AI data and actions.
Unscripted Producer Rachel Tung Renews ABC & Hulu Development Deal (EXCLUSIVE)
Veteran unscripted producer Rachel Tung has renewed her development deal with ABC and Hulu, Variety has learned exclusively. Under the renewed deal, Tung will continue developing original unscripted programming for Disney and serve as showrunner on select projects for ABC and
Trump struggles to gain leverage with Iran
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump struggles to gain leverage with Iran America’s depleted arsenal of premier offensive and defensive weapons is undermining President Trump’s
Engineered enzymes forge carbon-carbon and carbon-nitrogen bonds with high selectivity
Researchers from the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, including Dr. Zachary Birch-Price and professor Anthony Green, have developed a new family of engineered enzymes that can create several different types of chemical bonds used to build complex molecules. This work
Drought dries major European rivers to record lows
Vast tracts of many of Europe's largest rivers, including the Rhine, Rhone and Danube, have slowed to a trickle never before recorded in July, data from a European climate observatory showed Monday.
Competitors squeal like pigs at French village championship
Competitors from France and abroad gather in the village of Trie-sur-Baïse for its annual pig-squealing championship, a quirky festival that draws thousands of visitors.
Steam User Claims $109 Refund Despite 470 Hours Played After Battlefield 6 Deletes An Entire Mode
Rush was removed from Quickplay to help with matchmaking
Nathaniel Mary Quinn’s Fragments of Home
His fractured portraits at the National Public Housing Museum reckon with memory, family, and a childhood shaped by Chicago’s Robert Taylor Homes.
Cooper maintains 7-point lead over Whatley in NC Senate race: Poll
Democrat Roy Cooper has a healthy lead over Republican Michael Whatley in the North Carolina Senate race, according to a new poll. Half of the 915 respondents to the Carolina Forward survey, conducted by left-leaning Change Research, backed Cooper with less than three months
Cook Political Report shifts Max Miller seat to toss-up
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report shifted Rep. Max Miller’s (R-Ohio) seat from “Likely Republican” to “Toss Up” on Monday, underscoring the growing political fallout from allegations of domestic violence against the incumbent. Miller has faced mounting scrutiny in recent
Over 500 jurisdictions ban data center construction, threatening US’ pole position in AI race
Efforts to build data centers powering AI are running full-steam into mounting opposition across the US – with more than 500 jurisdictions now banning or restricting the hulking industrial complexes, including over 150 local bans passed in July alone. The count, tallied in a
