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Beach Lightning Strike: A Close Call for a Florida Family

July 5, 2025

A family of three had a terrifying experience on a Florida beach when lightning struck them. The incident happened at St. Pete Beach in Pinellas County. It was a sunny day, but a thunderstorm rolled in quickly. The family was under an umbrella when lightning hit. Two adults were hurt but refused fu

science

Cracking the Code: How Fractures Fuel Oil Production in the Gulf of Suez

July 5, 2025

In the Gulf of Suez, a unique type of oil reservoir is gaining attention. These reservoirs are not made of typical rock layers but of fractured basement rock, like weathered granite. The Geisum Oil Field, located in the southern part of the Gulf, is a prime example of where these types of reservoirs

business

Trade Talks: US Plans to Raise Tariffs on Some Countries

July 4, 2025

The US is set to raise tariffs on a number of countries. This comes after a three-month deadline for trade negotiations, which ends soon. The White House plans to send letters to about 10 to 12 countries. These letters will detail new tariff rates, which could range from 10% to 70%. The US has alre

weather

Kerrville's July 4th Flood: A Community in Crisis

July 4, 2025

Kerrville faced a severe challenge on July 4th as heavy rains led to dangerous flooding. The situation was so serious that the mayor had to declare a disaster. Sadly, at least six people lost their lives. The rain was intense, with 5 to 10 inches falling before dawn. This caused the Guadalupe River

crime

Rome's Gas Station Blast: A Close Call for Many

July 4, 2025

A sudden blast at a gas station on the outskirts of Rome shook the city early Friday morning. The explosion, which happened just after 8 a. m. , injured at least 25 people, including nine police officers and one firefighter. The sound of the blast echoed across the city, followed by a massive cloud

celebrities

A Life Remembered: The Last Post of Sophia Hutchins

July 4, 2025

Sophia Hutchins, a well-known figure in the public eye, left her final mark on social media with a post about fixing a broken candelabra. This was her last update before a tragic ATV accident cut her life short. Sophia, who had a significant following on Instagram, had not been active on the platfor

sports

Hotdog Hero Returns to Coney Island

July 4, 2025

Joey Chestnut, the hotdog eating champ, is back in action this Fourth of July at Coney Island. This is big news for fans who love watching people eat tons of hotdogs in just 10 minutes. Chestnut, known as "Jaws, " was kicked out last year for promoting a rival plant-based hotdog brand. But now, afte

politics

What's Really Inside Trump's Tax and Spending Plan?

July 4, 2025

When President Donald Trump put his signature on the so-called big, beautiful bill, everyone talked about the big changes. Tax cuts, cuts to Medicaid and food stamps, and more money for border security. But there's more to the story. The bill also includes some lesser-known items that might surprise

technology

The Engineer Who Juggled Too Many Jobs

July 4, 2025

In the fast-paced world of tech startups, one engineer managed to pull off a feat that left many founders baffled. Soham Parekh, a software engineer, admitted to working for multiple Silicon Valley startups simultaneously. This revelation came after a viral post on social media exposed his actions. ...

business

U. S. -Vietnam Trade Deal: A New Chapter in Global Trade Wars

July 3, 2025

In a surprising move, the U. S. and Vietnam struck a trade deal just before the U. S. was set to reinstate full tariffs. The agreement cuts the duty on Vietnamese imports to the U. S. from 46% to 20%. Vietnam, in return, agreed to impose a 40% tariff on goods that come from other countries but are s