River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
BBC
World News
2026-09-16 15:05:29
A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
BBC
Top Stories
2026-09-16 15:05:29
A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
BBC
Top Stories
2026-09-16 15:05:29
A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
Pressure on global chokepoints drives Asia's increased use of Arctic Trade Routes
Pressure on global chokepoints drives Asia's increased use of Arctic Trade Routes
NPR
World News
2026-09-16 14:00:00
Asian nations began pilot voyages over a decade ago to find routes to Europe and the Middle East that were faster and less vulnerable to chokepoints. The ongoing war has added impetus to those efforts.
Why reshaping memories may hold the key to raising self-esteem
Why reshaping memories may hold the key to raising self-esteem
NPR
World News
2026-09-16 13:02:00
In a new book, psychologist Marisa Franco explains why it's good to feel good about yourself — and shares a helpful memory technique that we've turned into a printable worksheet.
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk
NPR
World News
2026-09-16 13:01:00
The Trump administration wants to build its 250-foot arch near one of the country's busiest runways. The FAA will determine whether that poses a hazard. But independent experts already have concerns.
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk
NPR
NPR National
2026-09-16 13:01:00
The Trump administration wants to build its 250-foot arch near one of the country's busiest runways. The FAA will determine whether that poses a hazard. But independent experts already have concerns.
Native American ideas helped shape the Revolution – and the America of today
Native American ideas helped shape the Revolution – and the America of today
The Christian Science Monitor
World News
2026-09-16 13:00:10
The relationship between Native Americans and colonists is often seen as a clash of civilizations during and after the Revolution. But the story is more complex.
Native American ideas helped shape the Revolution – and the America of today
Native American ideas helped shape the Revolution – and the America of today
The Christian Science Monitor
All Stories
2026-09-16 13:00:10
The relationship between Native Americans and colonists is often seen as a clash of civilizations during and after the Revolution. But the story is more complex.
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option
NPR
NPR National
2026-09-16 13:00:00
Waterfront homes are collapsing along the coast. Homeowners generally have plenty of warning before their house buckles. So why aren't most houses removed, or at least emptied, before they fall?
Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids
Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids
NPR
NPR National
2026-09-16 13:00:00
The Trump administration has been pursuing a quiet immigration crackdown strategy: limiting access to health care and public services. The American Academy of Pediatrics is sounding the alarm about the impact on children.
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option - NPR
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option - NPR
Google
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2026-09-16 13:00:00
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option NPRYou'd expect homeowners to save their stuff. Federal policy pays them to leave it KOSU
Macklemore called for ‘Free Palestine’ at second MetLife Stadium show after NFL owners were allegedly assured he wouldn’t: report - New York Post
Macklemore called for ‘Free Palestine’ at second MetLife Stadium show after NFL owners were allegedly
Google
Top Stories
2026-09-16 11:33:00
Macklemore called for ‘Free Palestine’ at second MetLife Stadium show after NFL owners were allegedly assured he wouldn’t: report New York PostBillionaire Kraft says Ed Sheeran sought $2 million aid donation from him amid fracas over Macklemore's Palestine comments CNBCEd Sheeran’s
Canada could become the EU's first "associate member" - Axios
Canada could become the EU's first "associate member" - Axios
Google
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2026-09-16 11:18:52
Canada could become the EU's first "associate member" AxiosTrump threatens to impose ‘serious tariffs’ on Europe if Canada joins EU as associate member PoliticoCarney addresses European lawmakers after Trump threatens EU over proposal to make Canada first associate member – Europe
Why dealing with defeat is key for Lampard at Coventry
Why dealing with defeat is key for Lampard at Coventry
BBC
Sports
2026-09-16 10:40:18
BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains why Coventry boss Frank Lampard needs to manage himself as well as his players after their poor start to the season.
Cancer patient told she will get drug which could make her life longer
Cancer patient told she will get drug which could make her life longer
BBC
Health
2026-09-16 09:28:15
Patients in England with an incurable breast cancer can now access a life-extending drug on the NHS, two years after it was deemed too expensive by a health body.
APOD: 2026 September 17 – A Treasure Chest in the Carina Nebula
APOD: 2026 September 17 – A Treasure Chest in the Carina Nebula
NASA
Breaking News
2026-09-16 08:05:00
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 17 – A… 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
House passes Russia sanctions, sending bill named for Lindsey Graham to Trump's desk
House passes Russia sanctions, sending bill named for Lindsey Graham to Trump's desk
NPR
Politics
2026-09-16 02:30:46
The legislation was named for the late South Carolina Republican. It gives the president authority to impose tariffs on top importers of oil and natural gas from Russia, such as China and India.
Committee investigating Epstein holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress
Committee investigating Epstein holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress
NPR
Politics
2026-09-16 01:12:27
Billionaire investor Leon Black refused to appear before the committee investigating convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for a deposition. Now it's up to the Department of Justice whether to pursue criminal charges.
Passion Meets Precision at NASA’s Flight Research Lab
Passion Meets Precision at NASA’s Flight Research Lab
NASA
Breaking News
2026-09-16 01:06:08
Long before they helped shape NASA’s future aerospace breakthroughs, Derek Abramson, Justin Hall, and Justin Link were in their garages and homes building radio‑controlled aircraft, testing new ideas, and flying their creations at hobby events. That early passion now fuels the work
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.
About four weeks ago no one in America (other than family and friends) had heard the name George Floyd. However, suddenly, after one senseless act, not only had the world heard the name of George Floyd, but he had suddenly become some type of martyr, a symbol, a cause to rally around. Cries of racism, […]
If you are online today you are obviously aware of the global pandemic. Have you been affected by it in some way, shape, or fashion? It would seem that despite the sickness, loss-of-life, and health impacts to others, the greatest impact has been in economic and social realms. This impact leads to the question of […]
The other day a friend remarked to me that sometimes he wished he had the audience of Joel Osteen. I asked Why? And he said that if he had the audience Joel Osteen has he knew exactly what he would say to them and the opportunity to reach so many lives must be a fantastic […]
Pastor’s are not supposed to have a “cause” other than preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I was always taught that you preach TO the people not AT the people. Unfortunately, even preaching TO the people (or just being a prophet in your own time) is more often than not interpreted as preaching AT the […]
I’d like to address Theists today. Specifically those theists that identify as Judeo-Christian. And the question I’d like to ask is “Do you take Jesus with you everywhere you go?” OK. Not really, I would not ask such a question. I’ll explain that in a minute. More to the point, what I’d like to discuss […]
Romans 12:12 (NIV) 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. The scripture is so good at targeting areas in our life, enabling us to accurately evaluate how we are doing and how we can improve. Romans 12:12 tells us three things we should “BE”. There is a dynamic in them. That […]
We all want to be somebody. And we all want to be somebody special. We want to be somebody unique. We all want to know that we are the most unique human on the planet. Beyond our fingerprints, beyond our DNA, beyond our talents and our personalities, we want to be unique. And we want […]
Psalm 68:18-20, 28, 35 (NASB) 19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, The God who is our salvation. Selah. 20 God is to us a God of deliverances; And to God the Lord belong escapes from death. 28 Your God has commanded your strength; Show Yourself strong, O God, who have acted […]
Psalm 119:33 (NASB) 33 Teach me, O Lord, the way of Your statutes, And I shall observe it to the end. The most transformational, defining moments of my life have been when the LORD has reached down, enlightened and taught me. All the great teachers I’ve been privileged to hear, and my best times of […]
I’m certainly no theologian. But because of the “business” I’ve been in for several decades, it has been incumbent upon me be somewhat of a dilettante in it. I’ve attempted to explore some of the mysteries of the scriptures and understand the difficult passages there. It’s not the hard to understand or disputed passages that […]
