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US scientists use sharks to collect ocean data on hurricane prediction

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:29:13 GMT

NEWARK, Delaware: Scientists are now using sharks to collect ocean data that could help predict how strong hurricanes will be before they reach land.

Researchers from the University of Delaware are studying whether sharks can act like moving data collectors in the ocean. These sharks carry small sensors that record important information about the water, such as temperature, salt levels, and depth. This data can

Im not afraid, Im a Christian Tucker Carlson to Rick Sanchez

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:20:11 GMT

The American journalist has faced accusations of antisemitism over his criticism of Israel and of racism over his stance on immigration

American journalist Tucker Carlson has told RT that he is not afraid of being killed for using his platform to say what he believes is true.

The former Fox News host has adopted a staunch non-interventionist stance toward US involvement in foreign conflicts

Utah 'dark skies' offer spectacular views of Perseid meteor showers

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:40:41 GMT

One of nature's wonders, the Perseid meteor shower, will be visible to Utahns this week.

A new study from the Action Network ranks Utah among the top five states for viewing and this year, a moonless sky will enhance the show.

Robert Lunsford, contributor

Abuse, mismanagement linked to Ohio center for troubled teens

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:40:02 GMT

By Brittany Hailer and Ilica Mahajan for The Marshall Project-Cleveland, a nonprofit news team covering Ohio’s criminal justice systems.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Ohio News Connection reporting for the Marshall Project-Public News Service Collaboration Paitin Pahoundis jolted awake, a siren blaring in her ears. Her friend Samantha Primeau was in her room. It was time. The other girls, Samantha told her, were gone.

Wildfires spread across North America and Europe, 2 killed in Utah

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 23:37:07 GMT

Wildfires continued to devastate parts of North America and Europe on Saturday, with a helicopter crash killing two people during firefighting operations in the western United States, thousands evacuated in Canada's British Columbia, and hundreds of firefighters battling a major blaze in Spain.

A Sikorsky Skycrane rises after refilling during efforts to fight the Widemouth 2 Fire east of Fillmore, U

Australian Athletes Who've Made Their Mark Across Bay Area Sports

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:23:27 GMT

Brooke Evans

Over the years, Australian athletes have made their mark across Bay Area sports, from NBA champions and MLB All-Stars to rising talent in the WNBA. Now, the 49ers have added another Australian to the mix with punterJack Bouwmeester, who could have the opportunity to return home and play an NFL game in his home stadium.

Here's a look at some of the Australian athletes who have helped strengthen

Green Bay opens preseason in Pittsburgh

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:11:00 GMT

It will be the first preseason meeting between the Packers and Steelers since 2018

The Packers travel east to take on theSteelers in the first preseason contest.

It will mark the fourth time in the past five years that Green Bay starts the preseason on the road.
It will be the first preseason meeting between the Packers and Steelers since 2018, a 51-34 Green Bay win at home, and the first i

Consumers reminded to review insurance policies ahead of storms arrival

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:32:25 GMT

Consumers reminded to review insurance policies ahead of storms arrival

Wasatch County says no to a development agreement with Philo Development - Park Record

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:31:26 GMT

Wasatch County says no to a development agreement with Philo Development - Park Record

Park City crowd, mostly critics, fills room for hearing about Bonanza Park proposal - Park Record

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:31:07 GMT

Park City crowd, mostly critics, fills room for hearing about Bonanza Park proposal - Park Record

High Valley Transit projected to grow in Summit, Wasatch counties - Park Record

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:31:02 GMT

High Valley Transit projected to grow in Summit, Wasatch counties - Park Record

Robert Crosier Jr. - Tooele Transcript Bulletin

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:02:47 GMT

Robert Crosier Jr. - Tooele Transcript Bulletin