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World Cup players challenged by dangerously hot weather
The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Midwest storms blamed for Iowa death, power outages and flight delays while heat hits the East
The National Weather Service said it received more than a dozen reports of tornadoes Wednesday across northern Missouri, Iowa, Kansas and Illinois. Newsil...
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A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church's Christian identity back in the spotlight
Utah U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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NASA Award Boosts Space Technology Research Capabilities
NASA is introducing a new funding opportunity to accelerate academic research and technology development. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - Rec...
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Judge acquits Democratic congressional candidate arrested at New York immigration court protest
Federal prosecutors unsuccessfully argued that Brad Lander obstructed an elevator as he sat in front of it for 20 to 25 minutes in September. Newsiline su...
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What to know about Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, and the legal rebuke that followed
On Monday a federal judge struck down the fees, siding with 20 states and ruling that the Trump administration exceeded its authority by raising the charg...
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NASA’s Chandra Discovers Possible Supernova Remnant in Galactic Center
Using data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory, astronomers may have found a supernova remnant in an intriguing neighborhood in the middle of our galaxy...
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Mexico hosts South Africa in opening match as World Cup begins
The largest World Cup in tournament history kicked off Thursday with co-host Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match. Newsiline summarises this...
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The Teddy Bear Doctor treats stuffies in need of care
Ruth Hasman's home in British Columbia is known as the teddy bear hospital -- a place where stuffies in need of repair receive the TLC they need. Newsilin...
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I Am Artemis: Elkin Norena
Listen to this audio excerpt from Elkin Norena, Resident management officer, NASA’s Space Launch System Program: NASA’s Elkin Norena has helped the agency...
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WATCH: First lady Melania Trump announces new investment accounts for foster youth
First lady Melania Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday announced the launch of Fostering the Future Accounts, a spinoff of the Trump Ac...
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Trump now says a peace deal will be announced 'soon,' cancels further strikes
President Trump had previously been amping up his rhetoric against Iran. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original...
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'Right hand from God': One play, 4.5 seconds and a place in New York Knicks lore
For the New York Knicks, a 53-year wait for another championship might have been decided by what happened in 4 1/2 seconds. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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What to know about the stabbing that set off fiery riots in Northern Ireland
A savage knife attack on a Northern Ireland street set off two nights of fiery riots stoked by anti-migrant rhetoric. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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How to avoid heat-related illness and stay cool this summer
More above-average temperatures could be on the books this summer, and they are more than an inconvenience. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS News...
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Trump names Jay Clayton to serve as director of national intelligence
The announcement follows Trump's decision to nominate an ally and political attack dog to serve as acting director. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Man pleads guilty to killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband while posing as an officer
A Minnesota man who posed as a police officer and knocked on lawmakers' doors in the middle of the night, killing the top Democrat in the state House and...
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UK defense secretary abruptly resigns, saying government won't spend enough on military
The resignation dealt another blow to embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is already facing demands from Labour colleagues to step down. Newsiline...
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NASA Robotic Tech Demo Will Advance Prototype Gamma-Ray Detectors
A new type of gamma-ray sensor developed by NASA will take part in a robotic arm demonstration on the agency’s upcoming Fly Foundational Robots mission. N...
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Trump plans to nominate U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton to be national intelligence director
President Donald Trump announced the nomination on social media amid pressure from Congress to name a permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who resigne...
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3 tips for traveling during extreme heat
Travelers can take precautions to have fun with heat preparedness in mind. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers...
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El Nino is here. It'll be big, bad and costly, scientists fear
El Nino, Nature's chaotic climate agent, has formed in a warmed-up Pacific Ocean and is expected to grow to historic strength, meteorologists announced Th...
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Ebola testing has improved in DRC, but still isn't nearly enough
The DRC has improved testing capacity for Ebola, with two facilities operating in or near the epicenter. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News an...
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Socioeconomic factors are becoming 'biologically embedded' in children's brains
A study of more than 2,300 9- to 10-year-olds found that socioeconomic factors explained most differences in the preteens' brain development. Newsiline su...
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Trump says he has called off latest threats to strike Iran
The president said in a social media post that he made the move "based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to...
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White House response to hantavirus and Ebola contrasts with COVID criticisms
The administration imposed mandatory quarantine orders on two passengers from the cruise ship hit by hantavirus and is blocking Americans who catch Ebola...
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WATCH: A sneak peak of UFC's Octagon at the White House
President Donald Trump's planned UFC fight on the White House's South Lawn has required a monumental effort from more than seven federal agencies, hundred...
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Soccer Meets Space Science
A soccer ball floats in microgravity in this March 2, 2026, picture from the International Space Station. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - Rec...
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Taiwan opposition leader says Xi meeting avoided 'reunification' talk
Cheng's comments come as Taiwan awaits approval on a $14 billion arms package from the U.S., and as uncertainty lingers over Washington's long-term commit...
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How health sleuths are watching for threats like measles during the World Cup
While millions of soccer fans cheer or groan over World Cup matches spanning North America, health officials will be on high alert for germs. Newsiline su...
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What makes a winning World Cup anthem? Shakira, Wyclef Jean and others explain
Should it reflect the host countries? Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher for the ful...
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NASA’s Career Technical Education Day Highlights Technical Careers
At NASA, remaining a global leader in exploration and innovation includes having a skilledand dedicated workforce. Newsiline summarises this report from N...
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World Cup celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico
Mexico kicks off festivities Thursday with a star-studded event, even as some critics say the government has spent too much time and money catering to int...
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NASA, USGS Scientists Go Rock Hounding in California’s High Desert
Equipped with rock picks and hand lenses, a team of geoscientists deployed to the Mojave Desert recently to investigate a tantalizing “fingerprint” detect...
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Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Cue the mocking memes
The cosmetic makeover that authorities have attempted to give the capital as visitors arrive from around the globe also has become a symbol of criticisms...
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With kickoff hours away, Hong Kong customs officials seize $20 million in World Cup fake goods
All were destined for overseas markets, with nearly 80% set to be shipped to the Americas, where the World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United State...