Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
NPR
World News
2026-08-02 11:03:52
President Trump announced proposed disarmament deal with Hamas last week. Israeli strikes overnight and into Sunday evening killed at least 17 people, including children, in Gaza.
South Korea ditches 'denuclearization-first' strategy. What will Pyongyang do next?
South Korea ditches 'denuclearization-first' strategy. What will Pyongyang do next?
NPR
World News
2026-08-02 10:49:13
South Korea is moving away from its policy of prioritizing the immediate denuclearization of North Korea. But despite that shift, experts doubt Pyongyang will return to the negotiating table.
U.S. dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after market interventions
U.S. dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after market interventions
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World News
2026-08-02 09:41:31
The U.S. dollar weakened sharply Monday against the Japanese yen after U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan's finance minister confirmed both sides had intervened in markets.
The Papers: Police warn on early release and 'le rip-off'
The Papers: Police warn on early release and 'le rip-off'
BBC
UK
2026-08-02 09:26:44
A range of stories feature on Monday's front pages, with Andy Burnham's vow to cut the number of people arriving in the UK on small boats a focus for some.
The Papers: Police warn on early release and 'le rip-off'
The Papers: Police warn on early release and 'le rip-off'
BBC
Top Stories
2026-08-02 09:26:44
A range of stories feature on Monday's front pages, with Andy Burnham's vow to cut the number of people arriving in the UK on small boats a focus for some.
Todd Blanche rescinds Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ ahead of nomination hearing NPRBlanche Gives G.O.P. Senators Written Assurances on Trump’s I.R.S. Deal The New York TimesBlanche rescinds Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, removing hurdle from attorney general nominee’s confirmation
Todd Blanche rescinds Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund' ahead of nomination hearing
Todd Blanche rescinds Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund' ahead of nomination hearing
NPR
Politics
2026-08-02 09:04:19
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a formal order late Sunday terminating President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" to compensate his political allies.
Oil Slumps, US Futures Rise on Iran Talks Optimism: Markets Wrap - Bloomberg.com
Oil Slumps, US Futures Rise on Iran Talks Optimism: Markets Wrap - Bloomberg.com
Google
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2026-08-02 09:00:00
Oil Slumps, US Futures Rise on Iran Talks Optimism: Markets Wrap Bloomberg.comOil Prices Plummet as Investors Digest Pause in Fighting in Iran War The New York TimesCNBC Daily Open: Markets exhale as Trump steps back, OPEC+ steps up CNBCOil slides after Trump says talks with Iran
What we know about the victims, gunman in Idaho In-N-Out shooting - NewsNation
What we know about the victims, gunman in Idaho In-N-Out shooting - NewsNation
Google
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2026-08-02 08:56:25
What we know about the victims, gunman in Idaho In-N-Out shooting NewsNationWho is Chad Williams? What we know about suspected shooter at Twin Falls In-N-Out KTVBSouthern California woman survives In-N-Out shooting in Idaho; parents recall terrifying moments before learning she was
APOD: 2026 August 3 – Vaporizing Meteor Photobombs the Lacerta Nebula
APOD: 2026 August 3 – Vaporizing Meteor Photobombs the Lacerta Nebula
NASA
Breaking News
2026-08-02 08:05:00
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 3 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation
Viral 'Teen Takeover' trend is causing trouble in some communities
Viral 'Teen Takeover' trend is causing trouble in some communities
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NPR National
2026-08-02 01:02:01
Communities across the country are dealing with "Teen Takeovers" this summer. The viral social media trend is causing disruptions in public spaces across the country. Teens in Charlotte weigh in.
Police shooting in Madison, Wis. sparks renewed calls for officers to wear body cams
Police shooting in Madison, Wis. sparks renewed calls for officers to wear body cams
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NPR National
2026-08-02 01:02:00
Police in Madison, Wisconsin don't widely use body cameras. That policy is under renewed scrutiny following the recent shooting death of a 38-year-old Black man at the hands of police.
Capital One says it closed Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns
Capital One says it closed Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns
NPR
Politics
2026-08-01 22:31:34
The bank is asking a judge to permanently dismiss a lawsuit from Trump-affiliated businesses, arguing a monthslong internal review — not the Jan. 6 riot — explains why hundreds of accounts were shut down in 2021.
Politics chat: Will Democrats use the war and high prices for their midterm strategy?
Politics chat: Will Democrats use the war and high prices for their midterm strategy?
NPR
Politics
2026-08-01 16:08:02
We look at how the Democratic party is approaching the midterms, and if they are using issues like the war in Iran and affordability, to their advantage.
APOD: 2026 August 2 – A Fire Rainbow over West Virginia
APOD: 2026 August 2 – A Fire Rainbow over West Virginia
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Breaking News
2026-08-01 08:05:00
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 2 – A Fire… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a
Trump threatens additional Iran strikes as tensions lead to more warnings
Trump threatens additional Iran strikes as tensions lead to more warnings
The Christian Science Monitor
World News
2026-08-01 03:31:57
The U.S. issued new security alerts for Americans in the Middle East as tensions rose over Iran threats and Israeli strikes after Hamas agreed to disarm.
Trump threatens additional Iran strikes as tensions lead to more warnings
Trump threatens additional Iran strikes as tensions lead to more warnings
The Christian Science Monitor
All Stories
2026-08-01 03:31:57
The U.S. issued new security alerts for Americans in the Middle East as tensions rose over Iran threats and Israeli strikes after Hamas agreed to disarm.
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
The Christian Science Monitor
World News
2026-07-31 13:00:23
More than 30 restaurants in the capital city of Illinois serve the “horseshoe” sandwich, a concoction of meat and fries, slathered in cheese sauce. One eatery serves nearly 1,000 a day.
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
The Christian Science Monitor
All Stories
2026-07-31 13:00:23
More than 30 restaurants in the capital city of Illinois serve the “horseshoe” sandwich, a concoction of meat and fries, slathered in cheese sauce. One eatery serves nearly 1,000 a day.
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 1 – Buck… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
The Christian Science Monitor
Arts
2026-07-30 13:00:10
Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg, out with an album called “The New World,” is also a naturalist and explorer whose next book is about the beauty and wonder of Antarctica.
‘Little House on the Prairie’ returns. Will the show’s reboot resonate with a new generation?
‘Little House on the Prairie’ returns. Will the show’s reboot resonate with a new generation?
The Christian Science Monitor
Arts
2026-07-07 13:00:09
A new “Little House on the Prairie” series launches on Netflix this week with a broader diversity of characters. The revamp of the enduring story illustrates the complexity of updating a classic story for modern viewers.
I have a sermon entitled My 10 Greatest Sins. It is actually a discourse on The Ten Commandments, however I talk about them personally and how they apply directly to my life. I explore them from the standpoint of how I am guilty of each. I’ve only preached this particular sermon a couple of times […]
Do you have a favorite movie? I do, as most of us who have had the privilege to view a story on the silver screen do. My favorite movie is Hook, starring Robin Williams as Peter Pan. If you’ve ever read the literary work that is Peter Pan (and I refer to the full length […]
A question that I have asked a few times in the past on this blog deals with exploring why there is evil in the world. I’ve asked this question both from the standpoint of why God allows bad things to happen to good people and why God allows evil in the world if he is […]
For the vast majority of us, when accused of wrong doing, we are quick to voice our defense. Even when we know we are wrong we are wont to profess our innocence. It seems to be something about human nature that leaves us unable to not respond. Few, if any of us, will stand before […]
A question that I have pontificated upon before, but nonetheless a difficult question in life is: “Why do bad things happen to good people?” The basic premise is: If God is such a loving and kind God why is there pain and suffering in the world? It is a concept that even the brightest minds […]
Job 38:36: 36 Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart? King James Version (KJV) Have you ever wondered how someone could purport to hold the exact same set of beliefs as you and yet seem to be on a totally opposite page? I have. For example – […]
As most of the world is probably aware, the United States of America is in the midst of an election year. And the political stage is down right maddening. There are two major parties (see definition 5) in the U.S. Electoral system and a number of smaller, organized parties. There are also several smaller movements that […]
One of the greater mysteries of all of creation is the understanding that God is completely in control and yet at exactly the same time, mankind has free will. I’ve mentioned this before and called your attention to Louie Giglio who has also referred to it as a great mystery. The fact is, God cannot […]
I lost my cousin today. The son of my dad’s brother, and the youngest of two children, he was known to the family as Little John. I suppose from some throwback to the Robin Hood character. But not to me. To me he was always Big Bad John. John stood 6 foot 5 inches tall […]
So here is an interesting concept to me, people that are worried about their comfort zone. I was chatting with someone today who was worried that God would move them out of their comfort zone. Meaning that God would literally put them into an uncomfortable situation that they did not want to be in. I […]
