CNN's Anderson Cooper reports from Syabru Besi, a once-bustling Nepal market town now buried under flood debris, as the death toll continues to rise and thousands remain missing.
President Donald Trump said Friday night the United States has reached an oil agreement with Venezuela, a move he said will “more than double” American oil reserves, increase oil supply and lower gas prices. “At my direction, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, working closely with Highly Respected Interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, and, through a partnership with private business, have secured majority U.S. control of more than 65 BILLION BARRELS of proven Oil Reserves in Venezuela, at no cost to the American Taxpayer,” Trump wrote on social media. Trump’s emphasis on lowering American gas prices, almost two months before the US midterm elections, comes as the national average gas…
Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.
Mike Silver predicted Dianna Russini will soon return to NFL media work after her high-profile resignation from The Athletic amid the Mike Vrabel controversy, as questions linger over media accountability and transparency. NFL journalist Dianna Russini made headlines earlier this year when she resigned from The Athletic, sending shockwaves through the sports media world and […] The post Dianna Russini’s possible NFL media return draws attention after Vrabel controversy and resignation from The Athletic appeared first on American Almanac .
Mike Silver predicted Dianna Russini will soon return to NFL media work after her high-profile resignation from The Athletic amid the Mike Vrabel controversy, as questions linger over media accountability and transparency. NFL journalist Dianna Russini made headlines earlier this year when she resigned from The Athletic, sending shockwaves through the sports media world and raising new questions about the handling of internal scandals and public speculation in major newsrooms. Russini’s departure followed a swirl of rumors involving former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel, with tabloid stories, leaked photos, and an unfinished review process haunting her final weeks at the company. Now, respected sports columnist Mike Silver has…Open
A Melbourne mother says her 10-year-old daughter was left “absolutely gutted” when an online retailer sent a Kim Jong Un outfit instead of the Mary Poppins costume she ordered for her school parade, and the company’s response only added fuel to the fire. A child excited for her school’s Book Week parade found herself staring […] The post Melbourne family slams CostumeBox after Kim Jong Un costume sent instead of Mary Poppins outfit appeared first on American Almanac .
A Melbourne mother says her 10-year-old daughter was left “absolutely gutted” when an online retailer sent a Kim Jong Un outfit instead of the Mary Poppins costume she ordered for her school parade, and the company’s response only added fuel to the fire. A child excited for her school’s Book Week parade found herself staring at a dictator’s costume instead of the beloved musical nanny she’d hoped to portray. The mix-up unfolded after her mother ordered a $60 “Musical Nanny Deluxe” Mary Poppins costume from Australian retailer CostumeBox, expecting it to arrive in time for the school event. The order, placed on August 23, was meant to prepare the Melbourne student for her big day on Friday. But when the package arrived,…Open
Vanessa Antonino finally saw her dog Flor again this week, 12 years after Flor vanished from Chicago, an outcome that highlights the power of persistence, volunteers, and simple precautions in reuniting lost pets with their families. Flor’s disappearance was the kind most pet owners dread and few ever resolve. Twelve years ago, Antonino left Flor […] The post Chicago woman reunited with long-lost dog after 12 years missing appeared first on American Almanac .
Vanessa Antonino finally saw her dog Flor again this week, 12 years after Flor vanished from Chicago, an outcome that highlights the power of persistence, volunteers, and simple precautions in reuniting lost pets with their families. Flor’s disappearance was the kind most pet owners dread and few ever resolve. Twelve years ago, Antonino left Flor in her car while heading to work on Chicago’s north side. “And one day, I just went to work. I left her in the car like always, and when I came back out, she was gone,” Antonino recalled. In the years that followed, she moved from place to place, sometimes living in her car, and never fully let go of hope. “There was a time in my life when I wasn’t put together. I was from place to…Open
Thieves broke into Tom Brady’s newly opened CardVault shop in Palo Alto, stealing more than $12,000 in trading cards and smashing display cases, as police hunt for suspects and critics point to a growing crime wave hitting small businesses. Just over a week after Tom Brady welcomed the Palo Alto Police Department to the grand […] The post Tom Brady’s CardVault store in Palo Alto burglarized just days after grand opening appeared first on American Almanac .
Thieves broke into Tom Brady’s newly opened CardVault shop in Palo Alto, stealing more than $12,000 in trading cards and smashing display cases, as police hunt for suspects and critics point to a growing crime wave hitting small businesses. Just over a week after Tom Brady welcomed the Palo Alto Police Department to the grand opening of his CardVault franchise’s 19th location, criminals struck at around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, shattering a store window and making off with roughly 60 collectible cards. The suspects, who smashed several display cases during the break-in, remain at large as of this writing. Police records cited by the Daily Mail and confirmed by local authorities describe the break-in as a calculated hit on the El Camino…Open
The X2 rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain has been shut down after multiple riders suffered severe brain injuries, comas, and even death, raising sharp questions about theme park safety and oversight. Six Flags Magic Mountain’s X2, a world-famous rollercoaster in Southern California that reaches speeds of 76 mph and spins its seats 360 degrees, […] The post Six Flags X2 rollercoaster linked to traumatic brain injuries as safety probe continues appeared first on American Almanac .
The X2 rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain has been shut down after multiple riders suffered severe brain injuries, comas, and even death, raising sharp questions about theme park safety and oversight. Six Flags Magic Mountain’s X2, a world-famous rollercoaster in Southern California that reaches speeds of 76 mph and spins its seats 360 degrees, is now under the scrutiny of California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health following a string of devastating injuries and fatalities linked to the ride over nearly two decades. According to reporting by The U.S. Sun , two women, Pamela Guillen and Naomi Greer-Wilkinson, suffered severe brain hemorrhages after riding X2 in July. Guillen, a 40-year-old mother, reportedly lost…Open
A trapped orange kitten rescued from a Barberton, Ohio, construction site has found not only a new home but also a role as the company’s “shop cat,” drawing praise for the crew’s quick action and sense of responsibility. Chase Guello, a supervisor at River Reach Construction, was inspecting a Komatsu excavator in Barberton when he […] The post Kitten rescued from Ohio excavator finds new home—and a job—with construction crew appeared first on American Almanac .
A trapped orange kitten rescued from a Barberton, Ohio, construction site has found not only a new home but also a role as the company’s “shop cat,” drawing praise for the crew’s quick action and sense of responsibility. Chase Guello, a supervisor at River Reach Construction, was inspecting a Komatsu excavator in Barberton when he spotted the tiny feline trapped inside the heavy machinery. Guello and his crew worked together to free the kitten, who dropped out from the bottom of the equipment during the rescue. The episode, captured on video and posted to Facebook late last month, quickly gained attention among locals and animal lovers nationwide. After rescuing the kitten, Guello and his coworkers searched the area for the…Open
Nine well-known NFL players, including former top draft picks and Super Bowl contributors, lost their jobs as teams trimmed their rosters to 53 men for the 2026 season, an annual reminder of how quickly fortunes change in professional football. The National Football League’s 2026 roster deadline triggered the release or waiver of more than 1,000 […] The post Notable NFL veterans and rising prospects cut as teams finalize 2026 rosters appeared first on American Almanac .
Nine well-known NFL players, including former top draft picks and Super Bowl contributors, lost their jobs as teams trimmed their rosters to 53 men for the 2026 season, an annual reminder of how quickly fortunes change in professional football. The National Football League’s 2026 roster deadline triggered the release or waiver of more than 1,000 players, but a handful of names stood out, underscoring how even big contracts and draft pedigree offer little job security. USA TODAY identified nine especially notable cuts, including former first-round picks, proven veterans, and younger players who had flashed potential but ultimately failed to secure a roster spot. Quarterback Will Levis, once considered the future of the Tennessee…Open