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Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy’s contested government shake-up
Ukraine is navigating a leadership shake-up amid war with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Parts of Texas face threats of dangerous flooding while previously hit areas launch cleanup efforts
Parts of Texas remain under threat for dangerous flash flooding as cleanup efforts begin in hard-hit areas.
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DNA from the skull of an unknown Revolutionary War soldier reveals more than his name
The remains of a soldier found in 2022 in a shallow grave associated with the 1780 Battle of Camden were identified as Pvt. John Pumphrey.
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Wildfire smoke kills tens of thousands of people a year. Here’s how it attacks the body
Wildfire smoke, which is increasing in the Northern Hemisphere as the climate warms and seen from the Canada fires, attacks the body.
Are your hearing aid and fitness tracker spying on you?
As more seniors use wearables, concern grows about who has access to the data.
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Trump vs. Coastal Commission could change California’s green future
The administration dislikes the state's environmental oversight. Trump opponents, including many business owners, say a healthy environment is smart economics.
Europe’s early heat wave led to a spike in deaths, may have killed over 10,000
Record-breaking June temperatures in Europe have led to over 10,000 excess deaths, with Germany and the UK reporting the highest tolls.
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Visually impaired campers build confidence traveling Orange County
The visually impaired campers gain real world skills and confidence through Beyond Blindness' Next Step Summer Camp.
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Surf awards give honors to influencial, inspirational wave riders and innovators
Three events in coming weeks -- the Waterman's Ball, Surfing Walk of Fame and Surfers' Hall of Fame -- will honor surfers who have made waves locally and around the…
A former prime minister who led Israel out of Lebanon fears mistakes are being repeated
Israel has again occupied much of southern Lebanon, 26 years after ending its 18-year occupation. Many Israelis now support this presence, but some, including former Prime Minister Ehud Barak, fear…