A devastating Houthi missile strike on a Saudi airport has killed at least 13 people, including an American citizen, and wounded over 300 others, some critically. Saturday’s attack, the deadliest on Saudi soil in more than a decade, marks a major escalation in the war between Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition, further complicating […]
VATICAN CITY — The Vatican announced this weekend that Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery in the coming days after doctors discovered a small, localized nodule in his lung. The 71-year-old pontiff, a South Side Chicago native, made the announcement himself in Italian after praying the Sunday Angelus with visitors and pilgrims gathered in St. […]
This November, the western United States has been battered by a series of extreme weather events, from record-breaking rainfall and flooding in Las Vegas to heavy snowfall in Montana. These events are part of a broader pattern of wild weather that has swept across the country, raising concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of […]
Tropical Storm Rachel unleashed a barrage of dangerous surf, flash flooding, and record rainfall across Southern California over the weekend, forcing mandatory evacuations and prompting emergency repairs along the coast. The storm’s remnants, combined with a powerful El Niño-enhanced Kelvin wave, created a perfect storm of coastal hazards that overwhelmed defenses and inundated low-lying areas. […]
Post-tropical cyclone Isaias continued to wreak havoc across the southeastern United States on Tuesday, leaving at least four people dead and hundreds of thousands without power. The storm, now a post-tropical system, is still producing heavy rain across Alabama and Georgia, while a dangerous tornado threat remains across parts of the Florida Panhandle, Georgia, and […]
A rare and potentially catastrophic weather pattern is unfolding across the United States, with two tropical systems threatening both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts simultaneously—a phenomenon that hasn’t occurred in 50 years. More than 440,000 homes and businesses from Pennsylvania to Florida are already without power, and flood threats are rising at both ends of […]
In a weekend of dramatic upsets, UCLA delivered a stunning 17–15 victory over Oregon at Autzen Stadium, while Kentucky outlasted LSU in an overtime classic. The Bruins, who entered as 11½-point underdogs, lost starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava at halftime but relied on a ferocious defense that forced seven turnovers—including five fumble recoveries—to secure their first […]
In a thrilling SEC showdown that lived up to its billing, the Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 20-17 on Saturday night in Tuscaloosa. The victory marked a significant milestone for head coach Kirby Smart, who secured his first regular-season win over Alabama. With the win, Georgia improved to 6-0 overall and remained undefeated […]
DALLAS — In a dramatic turn of events, Oklahoma upset No. 1 Texas 27-24 in the latest chapter of the Red River Rivalry. The Sooners, who entered as underdogs, relied on a resilient defense, timely special teams plays, and clutch execution to hand the Longhorns their first loss of the season. The victory is a […]
As winter approaches, health experts are closely monitoring an unusual start to the flu season. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seasonal flu activity remains low nationwide but is beginning to increase—and in some parts of the country, that uptick is already becoming apparent. What makes this year particularly notable is […]
With control of Congress hanging in the balance, newly released surveys this week show President Trump’s approval rating near second-term lows, while Democratic voters are expressing significantly greater enthusiasm about voting in November. The findings, which come just weeks before the midterm elections, suggest a challenging environment for Republicans and a potential wave of Democratic […]
The national average for regular gasoline stands at $4.34 per gallon as of October 12, 2026, according to AAA. While this marks a slight easing over the past month—driven by crude oil pulling back from its early-May peak—prices remain well above year-ago levels. Diesel is also feeling the pinch, with the national average nearing $6.25 […]
