Washington wildfires: Man suspected of starting devastating blaze arrested; 700+ US buildings destroyed

Washington wildfires: Man suspected of starting devastating blaze arrested; 700+ US buildings destroyed

Nearly 3,00,000 evacuated as wildfires advance toward Bordeaux in France and devastate central Spain. A 37-year-old man suspected of starting one of several wildfires that have ravaged communities around Spokane in Washington state was arrested on Monday. The blazes have destroyed more than 700 buildings and forced about 67,000 people to flee their homes, authorities…

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UK pilot spots mysterious 'flying saucer' just 100 feet from passenger plane near Gatwick Airport; officials say the near miss reduced the aircraft's safety

UK pilot spots mysterious ‘flying saucer’ just 100 feet from passenger plane near Gatwick Airport; officials say the near miss reduced the aircraft’s safety | World News

A commercial airline pilot in the UK reported seeing a mysterious disc-shaped object pass alarmingly close to a passenger aircraft while approaching London Gatwick Airport, triggering an official aviation safety investigation. The incident took place on 29 April 2026 but only came to wider public attention after the UK Airprox Board published its report. According…

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10 Indian snacks that are healthier than biscuits

10 Indian snacks that are healthier than biscuits

Biscuits may be the default companion to a cup of tea, but they are not always the healthiest choice. Most packaged biscuits, including many labelled as “digestive” or “multigrain,” are made with refined flour, added sugar, unhealthy fats and preservatives. While enjoying them occasionally is perfectly fine, eating them every day can contribute little beyond…

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After England retirement, Ben Stokes tipped for record AUD 600K BBL comeback

After England retirement, Ben Stokes tipped for record AUD 600K BBL comeback | Cricket News

Former England captain Ben Stokes. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former England Test captain Ben Stokes could become the highest-paid player in Big Bash League (BBL) history after retiring from international cricket after series defeat against New Zeland. According to reports from Code Sports, the all-rounder is attracting significant interest from multiple BBL franchises, with…

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'A few players will be wiped off': Pullela Gopichand warns BWF's new scoring system could change badminton forever | Badminton News

‘A few players will be wiped off’: Pullela Gopichand warns BWF’s new scoring system could change badminton forever | Badminton News

NEW DELHI: India chief national coach Pullela Gopichand believes badminton’s switch to the 15-point scoring format could dramatically reshape the sport, warning that while some players will thrive, others may struggle to survive the tactical transformation.The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved the introduction of the 15×3 scoring system from next year, replacing the current…

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<b>Most ancient Arctic carbon entering the ocean gets buried instead of becoming greenhouse gas, study finds</b>

Arctic: Most ancient Arctic carbon entering the ocean gets buried instead of becoming greenhouse gas, study finds |

Representative Image of thawing Arctic permafrost releasing ancient carbon into coastal waters (AI-generated image) As Arctic permafrost thaws and coastlines erode, enormous quantities of ancient carbon that has sat frozen in the ground for thousands of years are being carried into the sea. Scientists have long worried that microorganisms in the ocean would break this…

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<b>A rare yellow-flowered California plant unseen since 1957 has been rediscovered after 68 years</b>

A rare yellow-flowered California plant unseen since 1957 has been rediscovered after 68 years |

Representative Image of a long-lost California wildflower found again after decades (AI-generated image) A small, yellow-flowered California native plant that had not been documented in nearly seven decades has been rediscovered in the hills of eastern Contra Costa County. The caper-fruited Tropidocarpum, last recorded in 1957, was found on March 3, 2025, by botanist Heath…

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Watch: Viral video of dolphin carrying its dead newborn through the Indian Ocean reveals a deep and old 'mourning ritual'

Watch: Viral video of dolphin carrying its dead newborn through the Indian Ocean reveals a deep and old ‘mourning ritual’

Fraggle, a grieving mother dolphin, carried her deceased calf for six days, a poignant testament to her profound maternal love. Captured by drone footage in the Indian Ocean, this heart-wrenching scene revealed the support of her pod, which gathered around her in solidarity during her mourning. This behavior, seen in over twenty cetacean species, underscores…

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