Ohio town reflects on chemical train derailment aftermath
Residents of this close-knit community fear the railroad disaster has changed their lives forever.
Joe Biden says he makes no apologies for downing China balloon
The president says he will speak with China’s Xi Jinping soon “to get to the bottom of this”.
US cancer patient developed ‘uncontrollable’ Irish accent
Despite never having been to Ireland, the North Carolina man spoke with a “brogue” until his death, say researchers.
Why spy balloons are still useful in era of drones and satellites
A technology first used during the French Revolutionary Wars remains in demand today for good reasons.
Biden healthy, vigorous and fit for job, says doctor
According to the memo, Mr Biden is currently being treated for atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat), high cholesterol, occasional acid reflux, seasonal allergies, spinal arthritis and mild nerve damage in…
‘Never give up’: Woman fights off attacker in US gym
A man who attacked a lone woman in a Florida apartment gym got more than he bargained for.
Bankrupt Alex Jones spends nearly $100,000 a month
The Infowars host has nearly $10m in assets, and his outgoings include childcare, alimony and home upkeep.
Is Switzerland About to Become First Country to Outlaw a Cashless Society? | naked capitalism
As in neighboring Germany and Austria, cash is still king in Switzerland albeit a much diminished one. But the Swiss will soon have the chance to vote on whether to…
In a Violent America, Safety Becomes a Sales Pitch
A common customer: Educators. Many of the executives in the active-shooter-defense industry who were interviewed for this article said they did not support more gun restrictions. Mr. Czyz, the owner…
Why China Didn’t Invent ChatGPT
Along the way, Beijing tamed the industry’s ambition and blunted its innovative edge. But tech companies and investors also have themselves to blame for falling behind their Silicon Valley counterparts.…