HUFFPOST (U.S. News) - U.S. Military Hits 3 Iranian Oil Tankers After Saying Navy Warships Were Targeted With Missiles
Earlier, Iran accused the U.S. of attacking an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf.
HUFFPOST (U.S. News) - Judge Warns Trump Administration Not To Start Building Arch
The Supreme Court’s green light for Trump’s ballroom has emboldened the administration to start building Trump’s arch without approval from Congress.
AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Montana woman fends off charging moose with bear spray to protect her dogs
A Big Sky, Montana, homeowner grabbed a can of bear spray and stopped a mother moose mid-charge to save her three dogs, including a 14-year-old deaf dog who could not hear the animal coming. Shelly Thorburn was outside her home when she spotted the cow moose barreling toward her and her dogs with its ears […] The post Montana woman fends off charging moose with bear spray to protect her dogs appeared first on American Almanac .
A Big Sky, Montana, homeowner grabbed a can of bear spray and stopped a mother moose mid-charge to save her three dogs, including a 14-year-old deaf dog who could not hear the animal coming. Shelly Thorburn was outside her home when she spotted the cow moose barreling toward her and her dogs with its ears pinned back. Doorbell camera footage captured the moment Thorburn deployed the spray, sending the moose fleeing and allowing her to rush all three dogs inside uninjured. The encounter, which took place on August 27 near one of the most wildlife-dense corridors in the American West, is a sharp reminder that living alongside large animals demands preparedness, not panic. Thorburn shared the Ring camera footage publicly, and the video…Open
AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach hatches seven African penguin chicks in banner breeding year
A South Carolina aquarium is calling it the "Lucky Seven" after hatching seven critically endangered African penguin chicks since May, a bright spot for a species running out of time in the wild. Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach announced that five African penguin chicks hatched in June and July, following two earlier arrivals in May, […] The post Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach hatches seven African penguin chicks in banner breeding year appeared first on American Almanac .
A South Carolina aquarium is calling it the "Lucky Seven" after hatching seven critically endangered African penguin chicks since May, a bright spot for a species running out of time in the wild. Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach announced that five African penguin chicks hatched in June and July, following two earlier arrivals in May, UPI reported . The aquarium's animal care team collectively dubbed the group "the Lucky Seven" in a news release marking the milestone. The first two chicks, named Vic and Chel, arrived in May and were introduced to guests at the aquarium's Penguin Playhouse exhibit. Five more followed over the next two months. Those five had not yet been named as of the September 3 announcement. Seven chicks from one…Open
AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - Loose mustang captured in Maryland after two-month run near Liberty Reservoir
A mustang that escaped its owner's property in late June and roamed free near a Maryland reservoir for more than two months is finally in custody, and headed to a rescue farm in Mount Airy. Carroll County Animal Control officers, working alongside Gentle Giants Horse Rescue and professional horse expert JR Raulerson, corralled the animal […] The post Loose mustang captured in Maryland after two-month run near Liberty Reservoir appeared first on American Almanac .
A mustang that escaped its owner's property in late June and roamed free near a Maryland reservoir for more than two months is finally in custody, and headed to a rescue farm in Mount Airy. Carroll County Animal Control officers, working alongside Gentle Giants Horse Rescue and professional horse expert JR Raulerson, corralled the animal on Thursday using a custom-built chute assembled from 59 fence panels, each measuring ten feet by ten feet. The panels funneled the horse into a waiting trailer, ending a chase that had stretched across the summer. The mustang, dubbed "Outlaw", had been spotted running loose near Liberty Reservoir in Carroll County on multiple occasions since its escape. Ownership has now been transferred to the Humane…Open
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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Miley Cyrus drops new single 'Bass Persuades' ahead of 10th studio album
Miley Cyrus released the first single and music video from her forthcoming 10th studio album, a dance-heavy track called "Bass Persuades" that arrives two weeks before the full record hits shelves. The singer and actress, who now goes by the mononym "Miley," put out the single and its accompanying video on Thursday, Sept. 4, UPI […] The post Miley Cyrus drops new single 'Bass Persuades' ahead of 10th studio album appeared first on American Almanac .
Miley Cyrus released the first single and music video from her forthcoming 10th studio album, a dance-heavy track called "Bass Persuades" that arrives two weeks before the full record hits shelves. The singer and actress, who now goes by the mononym "Miley," put out the single and its accompanying video on Thursday, Sept. 4, UPI reported . The album, also titled "Bass Persuades," is scheduled for release Sept. 18. It will be her 10th studio record, a milestone for a performer who first broke through as a teenager on the Disney Channel two decades ago. The music video wastes no time establishing a mood. Miley crashes an underground poker game and launches into a choreographed dance routine alongside shirtless dancers in matching black…Open
How has Miley's father, Billy Ray Cyrus, reacted to her decision to drop her last name?
Billy Ray Cyrus backed Miley's choice to shed the family name, framing it as her right as an artist to define herself on her own terms.
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What was the critical and commercial success of Miley Cyrus's ninth studio album?
Her ninth studio effort, "Endless Summer Vacation," won a Grammy for its lead single "Flowers" and reestablished her as a dominant chart presence.
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How does Miley Cyrus's current professional identity differ from her early career beginnings?
Miley Cyrus now goes by the mononym "Miley" rather than her full name, a move seen as a clean break from the Cyrus family brand. She first rose to fame as a teenager on the Disney Channel, most notably through her breakout role in "Hannah Montana" which debuted in 2006.
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What are the key visual elements featured in the music video for the single "Bass Persuades"?
The music video features Miley crashing an underground poker game and performing a choreographed dance routine with shirtless dancers in matching black pants, followed by a sequence of dancing on city streets at night.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom
Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an […] The post Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom appeared first on American Almanac .
Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an extended ovation from the Venice crowd on September 3. Orlando Bloom co-stars as the love interest for both sisters in the drama, which Herzog wrote and directed. Domhnall Gleeson and Hugh O'Conor round out the cast. The film had its world premiere at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, one of the most prestigious showcases in global cinema. UPI reported the ovation lasted 6.5 minutes; the Associated…Open
AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Sony fires 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton after completing investigation
Sony Pictures Television Studios terminated Jim Thornton from "Wheel of Fortune" effective immediately after what the company called a thorough investigation, ending a 15-year run that began when Thornton replaced the show's iconic original announcer. A Sony spokesperson confirmed the firing on Friday, offering a one-sentence statement that left the nature of the underlying allegations […] The post Sony fires 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton after completing investigation appeared first on American Almanac .
Sony Pictures Television Studios terminated Jim Thornton from "Wheel of Fortune" effective immediately after what the company called a thorough investigation, ending a 15-year run that began when Thornton replaced the show's iconic original announcer. A Sony spokesperson confirmed the firing on Friday, offering a one-sentence statement that left the nature of the underlying allegations unspecified. Thornton, 61, had already been suspended from the long-running game show on September 1, when Sony first acknowledged it had "recently been made aware of allegations" against him. The company began recasting the announcer role at that point and launched its internal review. The termination caps a rapid sequence of events that traces back to a…Open
AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - Buck breaks into Florida home, hides in bathroom, then takes a swim before deputies can act
A large buck wandered into a St. Johns County, Florida, home on August 23, parked itself next to the toilet, took two dips in the backyard pool, and escaped through a fence before deputies could do much about it. The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared video of the bizarre encounter on Facebook, showing the […] The post Buck breaks into Florida home, hides in bathroom, then takes a swim before deputies can act appeared first on American Almanac .
A large buck wandered into a St. Johns County, Florida, home on August 23, parked itself next to the toilet, took two dips in the backyard pool, and escaped through a fence before deputies could do much about it. The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared video of the bizarre encounter on Facebook, showing the deer standing calmly beside the toilet bowl as deputies tried to figure out their next move. One deputy, audibly stunned, summed up the situation on camera. "First time I've had a deer in a house in 23 years of my profession." How the animal got inside remains unclear. No one in the household was named in the sheriff's office post, and the agency offered no explanation for the deer's point of entry. But the footage left little…Open
Where is St. Johns County located in relation to Jacksonville, Florida?
St. Johns County is located in northeast Florida, south of Jacksonville.
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What was the final outcome for the buck after it exited the house?
After the buck was coaxed outside and took two dips in the swimming pool, it climbed out of the water, found an opening in the fence, and bolted.
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Were there any injuries or property damage reported during the incident in St. Johns County?
No injuries to the deer, the deputies, or the residents were reported, and no property damage was mentioned.
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According to a deputy with 23 years in the profession, how rare was this encounter?
The deputy stated it was the first time in his 23-year career that he had encountered a deer inside a house.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' lands Sept. 10 premiere date on HBO Max
HBO Max will debut its Supergirl film on Sept. 10, with House of the Dragon breakout Milly Alcock stepping into the cape for a story that trades Metropolis for an interstellar rescue mission. UPI reported the premiere date on Sept. 4, confirming that the film will arrive on the streaming platform with a cast that […] The post Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' lands Sept. 10 premiere date on HBO Max appeared first on American Almanac .
HBO Max will debut its Supergirl film on Sept. 10, with House of the Dragon breakout Milly Alcock stepping into the cape for a story that trades Metropolis for an interstellar rescue mission. UPI reported the premiere date on Sept. 4, confirming that the film will arrive on the streaming platform with a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Matthias Schoenaerts, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Eve Ridley alongside Alcock in the title role. Craig Gillespie directed from a screenplay by Ana Nogueira. The film follows Kara, Superman's cousin, in a version of the character the official synopsis describes as "headstrong, worldly-wise, and often reckless." That framing signals a deliberate departure from the squeaky-clean superhero template…Open
What previous work is Milly Alcock known for prior to her role in Supergirl?
Milly Alcock gained wide recognition for her portrayal of the young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen in the HBO series House of the Dragon.
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How does the tone of the Supergirl film differ from traditional superhero stories?
The film departs from the "squeaky-clean superhero template" by featuring a hero who is reckless and operates on her own terms, exploring moral gray areas such as the balance between vengeance and justice.
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Who are the director and screenwriter for the Supergirl film?
Craig Gillespie directed the film, and the screenplay was written by Ana Nogueira.
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What is the plot premise of the new Supergirl movie?
The story follows Kara, Superman's cousin, on an interstellar rescue mission to save the life of her dog, Krypto, after an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes. The character is described as "headstrong, worldly-wise, and often reckless."
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