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September 17, 2026
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From tales of music by ghosts to scientific inquiry, the phenomenon of singing sands intrigues researchers. Investigations show how specific dune characteristics influence sound production, linking ancient mysteries to granular mechanics and acoustics, revealing why only some dunes resonate. (Representational/Unsplash)
September 17, 2026
Why some sand dunes ‘sing’ while most stay silent: The science behind the mysterious hum
China opposes US sanctions bill, says will not accept 'long-arm jurisdiction'
September 17, 2026
China opposes US sanctions bill, says will not accept ‘long-arm jurisdiction’
Oil prices fall as Saudi crude shipments through Oman ease supply concerns. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)
September 17, 2026
What is driving oil prices lower today? Saudi shipments ease supply fears as Brent stays above $100
US Fed rate hike raises borrowing costs as cell phone and utility bills also increase. (Pexel)
September 17, 2026
What does the Fed rate hike mean for Americans as phone and utility bills rise?
IRS 2027 tax brackets and projected 37% federal income tax thresholds (REUTERS/Ken Cedeno/File Photo) (REUTERS)
September 17, 2026
IRS 2027 tax brackets: How much can you earn before hitting the 37% tax rate?
Social Security benefits could face a 22% cut in 2032 if Congress does not act. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP) (AFP)
September 17, 2026
Social Security 2032 cuts: Why a 22% benefit cut could matter in 2026 midterms
Britain sees second-best butterfly season in 16 years; people counted almost 1.4 million common butterflies and moths; painted ladies jumped by 335%, but scientists are worried
September 17, 2026
Britain sees second-best butterfly season in 16 years; people counted almost 1.4 million common butterflies and moths; painted ladies jumped by 335%, but scientists are worried
Wisconsin farmer Brit Thompson turns a vintage Airstream trailer into an Airbnb, now the rental income outpaces beef and lamb sales: ‘I can make $100 an hour cleaning’
September 17, 2026
Wisconsin farmer Brit Thompson turns a vintage Airstream trailer into an Airbnb, now the rental income outpaces beef and lamb sales: ‘I can make $100 an hour cleaning’
ICE agent accused of shooting Venezuelan man arrested after 8 months
September 17, 2026
ICE agent accused of shooting Venezuelan man arrested after 8 months
In July, Montana protected 34,610 acres in the Cabinet Mountains; a proposed second phase would add 13,297 acres, creating a 47,907-acre conservation corridor with permanent public access
September 17, 2026
In July, Montana protected 34,610 acres in the Cabinet Mountains; a proposed second phase would add 13,297 acres, creating a 47,907-acre conservation corridor with permanent public access
Scientists removed kangaroo rats from desert plots for 13 years, revealing how the rodents shape vegetation in the Chihuahuan Desert
September 17, 2026
Scientists removed kangaroo rats from desert plots for 13 years, revealing how the rodents shape vegetation in the Chihuahuan Desert
In 1945, Oklahoma opened a nearly 4,900-foot bridge across Lake Texoma; 81 years later a record $408 million project has begun to build its replacement while the old bridge stays open
September 17, 2026
In 1945, Oklahoma opened a nearly 4,900-foot bridge across Lake Texoma; 81 years later a record $408 million project has begun to build its replacement while the old bridge stays open
A former Australian miner spotted a ripple on Saturn from his backyard in 2024; two years later, he co-authored a world-first discovery of a 10-sided atmospheric wave
September 17, 2026
A former Australian miner spotted a ripple on Saturn from his backyard in 2024; two years later, he co-authored a world-first discovery of a 10-sided atmospheric wave
High school teacher searching for fossils discovers four footprints later confirmed as first reported T. rex trackway, dating back 66.5 million years
September 17, 2026
High school teacher searching for fossils discovers four footprints later confirmed as first reported T. rex trackway, dating back 66.5 million years
Sydney duo attempted 9 gigs in 12 hours; after a firefighting helicopter delay and plane propeller failure, they finished with just 15 seconds to spare
September 17, 2026
Sydney duo attempted 9 gigs in 12 hours; after a firefighting helicopter delay and plane propeller failure, they finished with just 15 seconds to spare
Las Vegas company surprises nearly 10,000 workers with more than $70 million in stock; each gets $1,000 for every year they have worked there
September 17, 2026
Las Vegas company surprises nearly 10,000 workers with more than $70 million in stock; each gets $1,000 for every year they have worked there
Scientists hung clean moss beside three Russian highways, and the plants began collecting metals linked to traffic pollution
September 17, 2026
Scientists hung clean moss beside three Russian highways, and the plants began collecting metals linked to traffic pollution
In 2013, St Agnes and Gugh began removing invasive rats brought by 18th-century shipwrecks; 12 years later, Manx shearwater breeding sites rose from 22 to a record 225
September 17, 2026
In 2013, St Agnes and Gugh began removing invasive rats brought by 18th-century shipwrecks; 12 years later, Manx shearwater breeding sites rose from 22 to a record 225
In 1976, Buffalo turned a 264-acre industrial dump into a nature preserve; 50 years later, its 75-acre marsh is Erie County’s largest remnant wetland and 260+ bird species have been observed
September 17, 2026
In 1976, Buffalo turned a 264-acre industrial dump into a nature preserve; 50 years later, its 75-acre marsh is Erie County’s largest remnant wetland and 260+ bird species have been observed
In 1976, Minnesota residents fought plans for landfills and development along their river valley; 50 years later, the refuge they helped create protects more than 15,000 acres
September 17, 2026
In 1976, Minnesota residents fought plans for landfills and development along their river valley; 50 years later, the refuge they helped create protects more than 15,000 acres
Video: US forces take out floating refueling station allegedly linked to drug trafficking
September 17, 2026
Video: US forces take out floating refueling station allegedly linked to drug trafficking
​A New Jersey family bought Atlantic City's historic Steel Pier for $4.25 million in 2011; 15 years later, the 5.2-acre amusement landmark is asking $85 million, with possibilities to redevelop it
September 17, 2026
​A New Jersey family bought Atlantic City’s historic Steel Pier for $4.25 million in 2011; 15 years later, the 5.2-acre amusement landmark is asking $85 million, with possibilities to redevelop it
A 2,100-acre data-centre project was proposed near a Civil War battlefield park in Virginia; residents fought for years to stop it, ultimately ending the project
September 17, 2026
A 2,100-acre data-centre project was proposed near a Civil War battlefield park in Virginia; residents fought for years to stop it, ultimately ending the project
Colorado had more than 80,000 lesser prairie-chickens in 1975 but counted only 89 breeding males in 2024; a land trust has now spent nearly $2 million on a 2,100-acre ranch to help bring them back
September 17, 2026
Colorado had more than 80,000 lesser prairie-chickens in 1975 but counted only 89 breeding males in 2024; a land trust has now spent nearly $2 million on a 2,100-acre ranch to help bring them back
Iran hesitates to clamp down on defiance of headscarf rules as war and economic pressures mount
September 17, 2026
Iran hesitates to clamp down on defiance of headscarf rules as war and economic pressures mount
Kamala Harris is to campaign in Michigan with Abdul El-Sayed
September 17, 2026
Kamala Harris is to campaign in Michigan with Abdul El-Sayed
The body of the last victim of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee has been found, 2 years later
September 17, 2026
The body of the last victim of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee has been found, 2 years later
EU chief wants Canada to become an 'associate member'. What does that mean?
September 17, 2026
EU chief wants Canada to become an ‘associate member’. What does that mean?
Lindsay Clancy has hired Martin Weinberg to challenge a possible retrial, arguing that double jeopardy should end her murder case.. Greg Derr/Pool via REUTERS (via REUTERS)
September 17, 2026
Lindsay Clancy update: New legal twist as Karen Read’s attorney joins ‘double jeopardy’ challenge over retrial
The passage of the bill came after members of the majority Republican party unexpectedly brought the crucial and controversial bill to a vote this week. (REUTERS)
September 17, 2026
Russia sanctions bill threatening 100% tariffs on India, others clears House, heads to Trump’s desk
Argentine judge orders suspension of Falklands oil project
September 17, 2026
Argentine judge orders suspension of Falklands oil project
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September 17, 2026
Fuquay-Varina shooting update: Videos show police response at Zaxby’s on Main St as 2 are shot
Galina Trefil claims her father, John Trefil, is one of US' most prolific serial killers (Credit - Galina Trefil)
September 17, 2026
Exclusive: Woman claims her dad is one of US’ most prolific serial killers, ‘Killed with same frequency as Ted Bundy’
The Ratepayer Protection Bill was first introduced by Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colorado) and co-sponsored by Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Florida). (Brice Tucker/The Greeley Tribune)
September 17, 2026
US House passes Ratepayer Protection Act: What is it, what would it do and who voted against it?
Who was Edy Gutierrez Mejia? Person on ground killed in NBC Los Angeles helicopter crash; people mourn loss
September 17, 2026
Who was Edy Gutierrez Mejia? Person on ground killed in NBC Los Angeles helicopter crash; people mourn loss
Baltimore Police Department confirmed that multiple people had been shot in the 1400 block of East Fayette Street. (X/@BaltimorePolice)
September 17, 2026
Baltimore mass shooting update: Fayette and Caroline Streets blocked off; scary videos emerge
A new report says JD Vance advised Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign against Trump, while his spokesperson strongly disputes that account. (JD Vance/Instagram, Hillary Clinton/Instagram)
September 17, 2026
When JD Vance tried to help Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign defeat Trump: ‘I hate Hillary. But I hate Trump more’
A 74-year-old man moved rocks and built a bridge to protect his Connecticut home from a brook, but a court has ordered him to restore it
September 17, 2026
A 74-year-old man moved rocks and built a bridge to protect his Connecticut home from a brook, but a court has ordered him to restore it
What's behind fresh anti-India hatred in MAGA sphere? Republican leader Bo French seeks donation after viral post
September 17, 2026
What’s behind fresh anti-India hatred in MAGA sphere? Republican leader Bo French seeks donation after viral post
In 2002, an Australian couple bought a barren 26-hectare island; 17 years later, they moved in after clearing weeds and hauling 38 truckloads of materials
September 17, 2026
In 2002, an Australian couple bought a barren 26-hectare island; 17 years later, they moved in after clearing weeds and hauling 38 truckloads of materials
Hyderabad man dies in US; family seeks EAM Jaishankar’s help to bring back body
September 17, 2026
Hyderabad man dies in US; family seeks EAM Jaishankar’s help to bring back body
Indian green card holder charged in Texas over illegal voting crackdown; 6 others also booked
September 17, 2026
Indian green card holder charged in Texas over illegal voting crackdown; 6 others also booked
Greenland and Antarctica have lost 11,309 billion tonnes of ice between 1979 and 2023, raising sea levels by 31.4 mm; glaciers drive 84% of loss, surface melting 16%
September 17, 2026
Greenland and Antarctica have lost 11,309 billion tonnes of ice between 1979 and 2023, raising sea levels by 31.4 mm; glaciers drive 84% of loss, surface melting 16%
In 2025, two boys aged 14 and 12 were dropped at a Michigan man’s home; he kept them together despite no running water and a power cutoff, and strangers have now raised $18,506
September 17, 2026
In 2025, two boys aged 14 and 12 were dropped at a Michigan man’s home; he kept them together despite no running water and a power cutoff, and strangers have now raised $18,506
We are US citizens: Meet Dhairya Gupta and Rahul Kodali who went to watch a football match. Now their faces are target of racist rants
September 17, 2026
We are US citizens: Meet Dhairya Gupta and Rahul Kodali who went to watch a football match. Now their faces are target of racist rants
5,000 gallons of diesel spill from Equinix data centre in Secaucus into Anderson Creek; cleanup underway in New Jersey Meadowlands, Hackensack Riverkeeper seeks natural resource damages
September 17, 2026
5,000 gallons of diesel spill from Equinix data centre in Secaucus into Anderson Creek; cleanup underway in New Jersey Meadowlands, Hackensack Riverkeeper seeks natural resource damages
Meet Joey: The 2-year-old Los Angeles rescue dog credited with finding 3 people alive beneath earthquake rubble is now up for a national hero award
September 17, 2026
Meet Joey: The 2-year-old Los Angeles rescue dog credited with finding 3 people alive beneath earthquake rubble is now up for a national hero award
Trump admin paid $9.5 billion to federal workers to stay home in 2025: Report
September 17, 2026
Trump admin paid $9.5 billion to federal workers to stay home in 2025: Report
Syria's parliament votes to scrap Assad-era terrorism court, nullify rulings
September 17, 2026
Syria’s parliament votes to scrap Assad-era terrorism court, nullify rulings

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