Day: June 17, 2025

US Army’s 250th birthday: Military branch surpasses 2025 recruiting goals months ahead of scheduleUS Army’s 250th birthday: Military branch surpasses 2025 recruiting goals months ahead of schedule

The U.S. Army announced that it has surpassed its fiscal year 2025 recruiting goals four months ahead of schedule following years of falling short of its quota.  The milestone marks a potential turning point in one of the military’s most persistent challenges: recruitment. Last week, the Army announced that it had signed contracts with more […] ...

Earth bids farewell to ‘mini moon’ asteroid set for return visit in 2055Earth bids farewell to ‘mini moon’ asteroid set for return visit in 2055

Planet Earth is parting company with an asteroid that’s been tagging along as a “mini moon” for the past two months. The harmless space rock will peel away on Monday, overcome by the stronger tug of the sun’s gravity. But it will zip closer for a quick visit in January. NASA will use a radar […] ...

New glowing species of sea slug that inhabits ocean’s deep sea ‘midnight zone’ discoveredNew glowing species of sea slug that inhabits ocean’s deep sea ‘midnight zone’ discovered

Researchers have discovered a new species of glowing sea slug deep in the ocean’s midnight zone. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) scientists said in a press release on Tuesday that while Bathydevius caudactylus is classified as a sea slug, it was nicknamed the “mystery mollusk” because the creature was unlike any other that’s been encountered […] ...

NASA reconnects with interstellar Voyager 1 spacecraft using technology not used in decadesNASA reconnects with interstellar Voyager 1 spacecraft using technology not used in decades

After a brief pause in communications with Voyager 1, NASA re-established a connection with the interstellar spacecraft located more than 15 billion miles away from Earth, using a frequency not used more than forty years. Communication between NASA and Voyager 1 has been spotty at times. In fact, the spacecraft stopped sending readable data to […] ...

Orionid meteor shower to light up night sky through most of NovemberOrionid meteor shower to light up night sky through most of November

The Orionids meteor shower, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful showers of the year, could light up the sky with shooting stars through most of next month. NASA said the Orionids peak during mid-October every year, and the meteors are known for their brightness and speed. The ability to see the […] ...

Democrat group betting on anti-ICE fear in new campaign ad targeting young menDemocrat group betting on anti-ICE fear in new campaign ad targeting young men

FIRST ON FOX: A fundraising group dedicated to helping Democrats flip Republican seats is releasing a dark new advertisement it hopes will help the left win over young men ahead of the 2026 races. The Progress Action Fund has gained attention for its risqué viral ads featuring a fictional “Republican congressman” who invades private moments […] ...

Why did Trump leave G7 early? ‘Much bigger’ than Iran cease-fire, he saysWhy did Trump leave G7 early? ‘Much bigger’ than Iran cease-fire, he says

President Donald Trump denied reports late Monday that he left the G7 summit in Canada early to work on a cease-fire between Israel and Iran, hinting that it was for something “much bigger.” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One during an overnight flight back to Washington that he was looking to achieve something better […] ...

Minnesota lawmaker happened to be on vacation when masked suspect knocked on doorMinnesota lawmaker happened to be on vacation when masked suspect knocked on door

The man accused of shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses early Saturday also visited the homes of two other lawmakers in between those shootings. The stunning revelations came at a Monday police briefing, where officials said accused killer Vance Luther Boelter also went to two other homes but didn’t get inside — as one […] ...

Menendez to report to prison for 11-year term for corruptionMenendez to report to prison for 11-year term for corruption

Former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., is scheduled to report to federal prison on Tuesday for an 11-year sentence after being convicted for a bribery and corruption scheme that even his lawyer admitted earned him the nickname “Gold Bar Bob.”  Though he maintains his innocence, Menendez was convicted on all 16 counts last July. At […] ...

Kraft Heinz removing all artificial dyes from US products by end of 2027Kraft Heinz removing all artificial dyes from US products by end of 2027

Kraft Heinz announced on Tuesday that it will remove all FD&C artificial dyes from its U.S. portfolio by the end of 2027 amid pressure from the Trump administration to phase out artificial colors from the nation’s food supply. Kraft, one of the largest food and drink manufacturers in North America, also said it would not […] ...

Ford uses its dealership empire to revamp how corporate America helps charitiesFord uses its dealership empire to revamp how corporate America helps charities

Ford is activating its national network of dealerships to directly support some of the nation’s biggest nonprofits, such as the American Red Cross, Feeding America, Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon.  As part of Ford Philanthropy’s “Building Together” initiative, which kicked off in June, the auto company is leveraging resources across its organization from its […] ...

Red Sox great David Ortiz talks ‘maturity’ in relation to Rafael Devers tradeRed Sox great David Ortiz talks ‘maturity’ in relation to Rafael Devers trade

The Boston Red Sox’s decision to trade Rafael Devers sparked an intriguing reaction from Baseball Hall of Famer David Ortz on Monday. The Red Sox stunningly traded Devers to the San Francisco Giants for four players, including Kyle Harrison and Jordan Hicks. The deal marked the end of a saga between the front office and […] ...

Trump returns from G7 summit early to deal with deadly Israel-Iran conflict and more top headlinesTrump returns from G7 summit early to deal with deadly Israel-Iran conflict and more top headlines

1. Trump returns from G7 summit early to deal with deadly Israel-Iran conflict 2. There could be ‘more to come’ from US in Israel-Iran conflict, expert says 3. Karen Read murder trial jury enters 3rd day of deliberations NEXT STEPS AHEAD – Israeli ambassador teases ‘surprise’ that will make beeper attacks ‘seem simple.’ Continue reading […] ...

Will pressure from Trump and Vance spur Powell to cut interest rates?Will pressure from Trump and Vance spur Powell to cut interest rates?

The Federal Reserve will announce its latest decision on whether to cut interest rates on Wednesday and has faced mounting political pressure from the Trump administration to lower rates to spur the economy. The Fed is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged this week, which would make it four straight meetings in which the central […] ...

Money-saving storage hacks keep your berries fresher for longer, expert saysMoney-saving storage hacks keep your berries fresher for longer, expert says

A popular Reddit post has people talking about the best way to preserve berries – and a food expert is weighing in, too. In a thread on r/FoodHacks, a user said that he or she was “a little proud” of a recently discovered berry hack. “I was tired of the raspberries I get from the […] ...

Shohei Ohtani shows some rust in 1st pitching appearance since 2023Shohei Ohtani shows some rust in 1st pitching appearance since 2023

Shohei Ohtani appeared to be a bit rusty on the mound as he made his Los Angeles Dodgers pitching debut on Monday night against the San Diego Padres. Ohtani opened the game by allowing one run on two hits in the lone inning he pitched. He threw 28 pitches in his appearance, which was the […] ...

Critics slam Randi Weingarten’s bizarre No Kings ‘meltdown,’ activism in wake of abrupt DNC departureCritics slam Randi Weingarten’s bizarre No Kings ‘meltdown,’ activism in wake of abrupt DNC departure

Conservatives and critics on social media slammed American Federation of Teachers (AFT) chief Randi Weingarten for her animated “No Kings Day” speech targeting President Donald Trump in the wake of her abrupt departure from the Democratic National Committee (DNC).  “Randi Weingarten is once again on stage bouncing around, flailing her arms, and screeching like a […] ...

Chicago suspends online application website that allowed illegal immigrants to obtain IDs after ICE subpoenaChicago suspends online application website that allowed illegal immigrants to obtain IDs after ICE subpoena

Chicago city clerk Anna Valencia suspended the online application method of obtaining CityKey IDs after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sent a subpoena to her office for the information of applicants. As the Trump administration continues its efforts to deport an unprecedented wave of illegal immigrants allowed to enter the country during the Biden […] ...

Massie to field ‘bipartisan War Powers Resolution’ to bar US from Israel-Iran war, AOC signals supportMassie to field ‘bipartisan War Powers Resolution’ to bar US from Israel-Iran war, AOC signals support

Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., announced on Monday evening that he plans to introduce “a bipartisan War Powers Resolution” on Tuesday to prohibit American involvement in the Israel-Iran war.  “This is not our war. But if it were, Congress must decide such matters according to our Constitution. I’m introducing a bipartisan War Powers Resolution tomorrow to […] ...

Researchers develop face ‘e-tattoo’ to track mental workload in high-stress jobsResearchers develop face ‘e-tattoo’ to track mental workload in high-stress jobs

Scientists say that they have formulated a way to help people in stressful and demanding work environments track their brainwaves and brain usage — an electronic tattoo device, or “e-tattoo,” on the person’s face. In a study posted in the science journal Device, the team of researchers wrote that they found e-tattoos to be a […] ...

Potential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theoryPotential discovery of new dwarf planet adds wrinkle to Planet Nine theory

A team of scientists at the Institute for Advanced Study School of Natural Sciences in Princeton, New Jersey, might have found a new dwarf planet, potentially leading to more evidence of a theoretical super-planet. The scientists announced in a news release that they have found a trans-Neptune Object(TNO), code-named 2017OF201, located past the icy and desolate […] ...

Earth’s oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: studyEarth’s oceans are growing darker, threatening marine life worldwide: study

Oceans around the globe have become darker over the last two decades, leaving researchers fearful for their marine inhabitants, according to a new study. Professor Thomas Davies of the University of Plymouth said in a study published in the Global Change Biology journal there is growing concern for the marine ecosystem. Satellite data from NASA’s […] ...

Scientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off OregonScientists predict underwater volcano eruption 300 miles off Oregon

An underwater volcano off the Oregon coast could erupt late this year, scientists say.  The volcano, known as Axial Seamount, is more than 4,900 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean and 300 miles off the Oregon coast, but it is showing signs it will soon erupt for the first time since 2015. The volcano is formed […] ...