Wednesday, August 05, 2026 8:59 PM ET
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What can scientists learn from a stray SpaceX rocket hitting the Moon? -- While the collision was an accident, it is a unique scientific gift for planetary geologists that could provide important data for future space missions. -- US & Canada4 hours ago
US revokes Brazil ambassador's visa as diplomatic tensions escalate -- It comes after the Brazilian government refused to grant visas for two US state department officials.1 day ago
Left-wing political outsider wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan -- Abdul El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, would be the first Muslim US senator if elected in November.10 hours ago
US congressman refuses to drop re-election bid over ex-wife's abuse claims -- Ohio Republican Max Miller's former father-in-law, a US senator, wants him removed from Congress.1 day ago
Washington wildfire arson suspect twice linked to other blazes, authorities say -- Aaron Farinacci, 37, was allegedly spotted near the latest blaze and was found to have matches and a lighter.1 day ago
What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon? -- Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.1 day ago
Watch: 'Marmots have money troubles' - Scientists turn to OnlyFans to raise funds -- The account, filled with "uncensored marmot content", has generated over $5,000 in tips since it was launched.3 hours ago
Watch: Small plane makes emergency landing on Florida highway -- Dashcam video shows a plane flying under a highway gantry after the instructor calmly informed air traffic control of the emergency.6 hours ago
'Like a bomb' - Residents react after Spokane fires destroy hundreds of homes -- More than 700 homes have been destroyed in the Washington state flames, with one suspect arrested on first-degree arson charges.1 day ago
Sheriff: Spokane arson suspect in custody -- Aaron Farinacci was allegedly seen kneeling near grass at the site of the fire and later found to have matches and a lighter, the Spokane County Sheriff said.1 day ago
'She folded like an umbrella' - Trump slams Jeanine Pirro over Reflecting Pool case -- Federal prosecutors dismissed charges against a former Olympian accused of vandalising the landmark pool, blaming contractors for a rushed job.2 days ago
Did Iran hack water systems in at least seven US states? -- President Donald Trump has said Iran is not to blame, but cyber experts tell the BBC it is likely the attack was directed by Tehran.9 hours ago
Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger -- The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".1 day ago
How ransom notes could help catch Nancy Guthrie's kidnappers -- A forensic linguist tells the BBC it's possible to glean crucial information about a person from just a few sentences.3 days ago
Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle: 'We are not lonely' -- A growing number of so-called "loneliness influencers" are spotlighting solo living without children or friends - and it's spurring debate.3 days ago
Police in the US are making their own true crime podcasts - will it help catch killers? -- More police departments are trying to invigorate unsolved murder or missing cases through the power of podcasts.3 days ago
What's causing record high US beef prices? -- The meat has never been more expensive, due to supply shortages, but no-one is making more money.1 hour ago
Why haven't we seen images of SpaceX Moon crash yet? -- A rocket is believed to have crashed into the Moon, forming a new crater - but why haven't images been released yet?3 hours ago
Watch: Inside Neil Armstrong's childhood home as it goes on sale -- Armstrong's dreams of flying took off at this Ohio house as a boy, before he eventually became the first man to walk on the Moon in 1969.4 hours ago
Trump administration pays back $100bn in 'Liberation Day' tariffs to businesses -- It represents roughly 60% of all tariff revenue collected under the policy, with billions still to be repaid.4 hours ago
US congressman drops re-election bid after 'inappropriate conduct' findings -- He has denied wrongdoing after an investigation found he gave female staff designer purses, vacations, and guns.1 hour ago
El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party -- His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.9 hours ago