Fast-moving wildfires in Washington destroy hundreds of homes: "Worst natural disaster our region has faced" - CBS News
Fast-moving wildfires in Washington destroy hundreds of homes: "Worst natural disaster our region has
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2026-08-02 06:35:16
Fast-moving wildfires in Washington destroy hundreds of homes: "Worst natural disaster our region has faced" CBS NewsSunday evening update: Zero containment on Spokane Complex of fires KXLY.com'A tremendous tragedy': thousands evacuated, hundreds of structures destroyed in Spokane
Rep. Max Miller not dropping out after domestic abuse allegations - Axios
Rep. Max Miller not dropping out after domestic abuse allegations - Axios
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2026-08-02 04:41:43
Rep. Max Miller not dropping out after domestic abuse allegations AxiosOhio Senator Calls Former Son-in-Law Accused of Abuse Unfit for Office The New York TimesSen. Bernie Moreno says former son-in-law Max Miller should not serve in the House AP NewsDomestic Abuse Allegations Shake
Spider-Man: Brand New Day makes debut to $927m box office to land second biggest opening weekend in history - The Guardian
Spider-Man: Brand New Day makes debut to $927m box office to land second biggest opening weekend in history
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2026-08-02 04:34:00
Spider-Man: Brand New Day makes debut to $927m box office to land second biggest opening weekend in history The Guardian‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ soars to $927 million worldwide, the second-highest debut ever CNNSpider-Man: Brand New Day sees second-best global opening weekend ever
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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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
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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.
Duckett inspires Rockets to victory over the Sunrisers
Duckett inspires Rockets to victory over the Sunrisers
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2026-08-01 21:11:34
Trent Rockets win their fourth game in the men's Hundred to remain top, as Ben Duckett inspires them to a five-run victory over Sunrisers Leeds at Trent Bridge.
Thousands of people under evacuation order from wildfires in Spokane, Wash.
Thousands of people under evacuation order from wildfires in Spokane, Wash.
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2026-08-01 17:35:43
There are at least three fires in and around the city. Large parts of Spokane are under Level 3 evacuation orders, which read: "Leave NOW! This may be your only notice."
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?
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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.
Trump said Iran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked the U.S. "to hold off any attack" on Iran because "the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to."
APOD: 2026 August 2 – A Fire Rainbow over West Virginia
APOD: 2026 August 2 – A Fire Rainbow over West Virginia
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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
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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
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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.
Bill championed by late Senator Lindsey Graham seeks to increase sanctions on Russia
Bill championed by late Senator Lindsey Graham seeks to increase sanctions on Russia
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2026-08-01 00:54:08
A bipartisan bill to impose tough new sanctions on Russia is making progress in the U.S. Senate. But concerns over how the bill grants President Trump new tariff authorities is complicating the path.
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy
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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
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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.
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
A solar eclipse, the Perseids, bright Venus after sunset, and a deep partial lunar eclipse highlight August’s skywatching. Skywatching Highlights Transcript A solar eclipse, one of the year’s best meteor showers, Venus at its brightest in the evening sky, and a lunar eclipse to close
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
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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?
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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.
Have you ever seen those infomercials about helping children out in disadvantaged portions of the world? You know the ones with Sally Struthers or some other famous person championing the need and telling how you can help? They usually champion organizations like the Christian Children’s Fund asking you to change the life of a child. […]
In John 18:38 Pilate asked the question of Jesus “What is truth?” Dr. Del Tackett has referred to this as one of the most important questions of all time in The Truth Project. Ravi Zacharias has called it the most tragic question of all time in that it was asked of the purveyor of Truth […]
Here we sit on the eve of a New Year. 2017 is about to pass into the annuals of time and 2018 is about to arrive with all of its mystery, and fear, and excitement. I don’t know what the New Year may hold for you, I don’t even know what the New Year holds […]
On January 6th, 2017 Hillsong Worship brought us the song What A Beautiful Name it Is. In my estimation, this song is the full embodiment of Philippians 2:8-11 which says: “8 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. 9 Wherefore God also hath […]
Richard C. Halverson, though I never knew him, is a hero of mine. His work and words have impacted my life. As I remember him in this month of Thanksgiving, I thank God for him. I recently posted one of his devotionals from his bi-weekly devotional letter “Perspective”. I’d like to post another today. I […]
Psalm 84:5-12 New American Standard Bible 5 How blessed is the man whose strength is in You, In whose heart are the highways to Zion! …They go from strength to strength, Every one of them appears before God in Zion. For the Lord God is a sun and shield; …The Lord gives grace and glory; No […]
John 3:30 (NASB) He must increase, but I must decrease. Reading this verse in its context, John the Baptist, nearing the end of his ministry, tells his disciples that Jesus Christ is the Bridegroom, but he, John, is just His friend. He is one who partnered with God in “preparing the way” for the Coming One, […]
“We give thanks to You, O God, we give thanks, For Your name is near….” Psalm 75:1 Such great encouragement and hope to know this! The psalmist, speaking to God, says: But as for me, the nearness of God is my good; I have made the Lord God my refuge, That I may tell of […]
American Flag proudly flying above the U.S.S. Constellation in Baltimore, Maryland’s Inner Harbor. I’d like to have a word with Americans today. And when I say Americans, I not only mean citizens of this great Country, I mean citizens who are loyal to the Country and its Government. Because you are the only true citizens. […]
Matthew 6:33 (NASB) 33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. The scriptures tell us to seek His Kingdom first. So, what is this “kingdom” we should seek? I believe kingdoms are about kings and their domain. That being so, seeking His Kingdom is seeking Him […]
