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Russia hit by magnitude 8.8 earthquake sending tsunami waves to U.S., Japan

By Global News | Sean Previl | 7/30/2025 7:16 AM

The earthquake appeared to be the strongest recorded since the magnitude 9.0 earthquake off northeastern Japan in March 2011 that caused a massive tsunami. ... Read full Story

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Carney to meet with cabinet on U.S. trade, Middle East

By Global News | Globalnews Digital | 7/30/2025 6:57 AM

Carney said Monday that Canada's negotiations with the United States are in an "intense phase" after President Donald Trump clinched a critical agreement with the European Union. ... Read full Story

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Special prosecutors file arrest warrant for South Korean ex-Pres. Yoon

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/30/2025 6:14 AM

South Korean special prosecutors said Wednesday that they have requested an arrest warrant to bring in former President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning. ... Read full Story

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Strong quake strikes near Russia; tsunami alerts throughout Pacific

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/30/2025 1:05 AM

A strong magnitude 8.7 earthquake struck near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday morning, prompting the Japanese government to issue tsunami warnings and evacuations. ... Read full Story

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Gilmour Space launches Australian-made rocket

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 10:32 PM

Gilmour Space completed the test of its Eris rocket in Queensland, Australia. It didn't reach orbit, but it was regarded as a success. ... Read full Story

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Weather hampering mountain rescue of former Olympic champ

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 7:38 PM

An international team is trying to rescue badly injured former Olympic biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier from a peak on Pakistan's Karakoram Mountains. ... Read full Story

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U.S. and Canada strengthen ties in push for nuclear energy leadership

By Global News | Mackenzie Mazankowski | 7/29/2025 6:54 PM

U.S. and Canadian leaders push for nuclear energy expansion, citing shared goals on energy security, clean power, and global leadership in a shifting geopolitical landscape. ... Read full Story

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Fukushima nuclear plant clean-up faces another delay

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 5:48 PM

Tokyo Electric Power Company newly released plan reveals the challenges to decommissioning the Fukushima nuclear plant by the Japanese government's 2051 goal ... Read full Story

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U.K. to recognize a Palestinian state if Israel does not halt war

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 3:49 PM

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the United Kingdom will recognize a Palestinian state if Israel does not agree to a cease-fire in Gaza by September. ... Read full Story

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Sales at Kering-owned luxury brand Gucci drop 25%

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 3:04 PM

Kering, the owner of Gucci, on Tuesday reported lower second-quarter financial returns than what was expected, pointing to "uncertain" global factors. ... Read full Story

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State Department increases reward for info on al-Qaeda leader to $10M

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 2:21 PM

The State Department has increased to $10 million its reward for information leading to the identification or location of al-Qaeda's Arabian Peninsula leader. ... Read full Story

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Latin America has the fastest aging population in world

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 1:36 PM

According to the United Nations Population Division, Latin America will make the demographic shift from a young to an aging society in less than 40 years. ... Read full Story

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IMF ups global economic outlook after lower tariffs but warns of risk

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 1:26 PM

The U.S.-based International Monetary Fund says global economic growth will be better than expected despite a slowdown in the U.S. economy over fluctuating tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. ... Read full Story

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Index: 3 Latin American nations offer nicer lifestyles for U.S. retirees

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 12:48 PM

Panama, Mexico and Costa Rica have emerged as leading destinations for U.S. retirees, offering a more affordable, safer and more comfortable lifestyle ... Read full Story

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U.K. to recognize Palestinian state if Israel doesn’t meet conditions: PM

By Global News | Globalnews Digital | 7/29/2025 12:18 PM

Starmer took the decision after recalling his cabinet during the summer holidays on Tuesday to discuss a new proposed peace plan being worked on with other European leaders. ... Read full Story

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Dutch government expels top Israeli officials over Gaza, commits aid

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 12:09 PM

The Netherlands banned two high-ranking Israeli officials over the state of affairs in Gaza and allegations of meddling by Israel to influence society. ... Read full Story

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Novo Nordisk appoints new CEO Maziar Doustdar

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 9:32 AM

Novo Nordisk announced that Mike Doustdar has been appointed as the new CEO on Tuesday. ... Read full Story

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Global hunger body says 'worst case' famine scenario emerging in Gaza

By United Press International, Inc. | | 7/29/2025 9:26 AM

A "worst-case scenario of famine" is playing out in Gaza as access to food plummets to unprecedented lows, according to the IPC global hunger authority. ... Read full Story

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At least 38 dead from floods, landslides in Beijing region after rains

By Global News | Globalnews Digital | 7/29/2025 8:00 AM

Premier Li Qiang said the heavy rain and flooding in the hard-hit Beijing district of Miyun caused “serious casualties” and called for rescue efforts. ... Read full Story

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Russia says it’s ‘taken note’ of Trump’s new deadline for Ukraine deal

By Global News | Globalnews Digital | 7/29/2025 7:43 AM

Trump set a new deadline on Monday of 10 or 12 days for Russia to make progress toward ending the war in Ukraine or face consequences. ... Read full Story

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Some killer whales hunt in pairs to maximize their bounty

by Science News | Jul 28 2025

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13 Major Hair Transformations Celebrities Still Regret

by The List | Mar 03 2025

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'Gals on the Go' Podcast Hosts Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan on How They Handle Haters and Stay Authentic

by ET Online | Jul 30 2025

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If You Don’t Walk Backward Every Day, a Sports Medicine Doctor’s List of the Benefits Might Convince You To Start

by thehealthy.com | Jul 11 2025

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“He’s a Great Kid” – Brian Daboll Excited to Get Started with #3 Overall Draft Pick Abdul Carter

by ESNY | Apr 24 2025

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War Amputees Find New Purpose on the Golf Course

by NY Times | Jul 25 2025

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Special Olympics Advocates: Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions

by thehealthy.com | May 28 2025

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Look: Three capybara pups born at New Orleans zoo

by United Press International, Inc. | Jul 30 2025

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Latham & Watkins law firm latest to sign lease at Sixth Avenue juggernaut

by NY Post | Jul 30 2025

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Retirees face staggering 6-figure health care bill when leaving the workforce

by Fox News | Jul 30 2025

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This Sporty Automatic Dive Watch Packs Two Crucial, Frequently Excluded Features

by Gear Patrol | Jul 30 2025

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Pelé's life in pictures

by CNN | Apr 16 2023

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$100 million F-35 crashes in California, marking second fighter jet loss this year

by Interesting Engineering | Jul 31 2025

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Local boys help rescue eagle caught in fishing line

by NEWS10 ABC | Jul 30 2025

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Trump, South Korea strike 15% tariff deal ahead of deadline

by United Press International, Inc. | Jul 31 2025

Word of the Day

petulant

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 31, 2025 is:

petulant • \PET-chuh-lunt\ • adjective

Petulant describes a person who is angry and annoyed, or an attitude or behavior showing the emotions of such a person.

// I didn't appreciate being accused of acting like a petulant toddler.

// Her tone became petulant when she realized that the items on sale were no longer available.

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Examples:

“When Moira reached her mother on the phone, it was hard to take in any information other than that she was being sent away. ‘Babysitting and secretarial work?’ Moira said without saying hello. ‘Organizing lessons?’ ‘Hello, Moira,’ Nina said. ‘Let’s drop this petulant teenager routine.’ ‘I am a petulant teenager.’” — Keziah Weir, The Mythmakers: A Novel, 2023

Did you know?

Petulant may have changed its meaning over the years, but it has retained its status as “word most people would not use to describe themselves in a job interview.” Hailing from Middle French and Latin, petulant began its English tenure in the late 16th century with the meaning recorded in our unabridged dictionary as “wanton or immodest in speech or behavior”—in other words, “lewd” or “obscene.” The word eventually softened, at least somewhat, from describing those who are forward in—shall we say—prurient ways, to those who are forward by being merely rude and angrily bold. Today the word is most commonly used to describe someone acting snippy and snippety, snappish and snappy, displaying an often childish ill or short temper of the kind that tends to arise from annoyance at not getting one’s way.

Russia hit by magnitude 8.8 earthquake sending tsunami waves to U.S., Japan

Carney to meet with cabinet on U.S. trade, Middle East

Special prosecutors file arrest warrant for South Korean ex-Pres. Yoon

Strong quake strikes near Russia; tsunami alerts throughout Pacific

Gilmour Space launches Australian-made rocket

Weather hampering mountain rescue of former Olympic champ

U.S. and Canada strengthen ties in push for nuclear energy leadership

Fukushima nuclear plant clean-up faces another delay

U.K. to recognize a Palestinian state if Israel does not halt war

Sales at Kering-owned luxury brand Gucci drop 25%

State Department increases reward for info on al-Qaeda leader to $10M

Latin America has the fastest aging population in world

IMF ups global economic outlook after lower tariffs but warns of risk

Index: 3 Latin American nations offer nicer lifestyles for U.S. retirees

U.K. to recognize Palestinian state if Israel doesn’t meet conditions: PM

Dutch government expels top Israeli officials over Gaza, commits aid

Novo Nordisk appoints new CEO Maziar Doustdar

Global hunger body says 'worst case' famine scenario emerging in Gaza

At least 38 dead from floods, landslides in Beijing region after rains

Russia says it’s ‘taken note’ of Trump’s new deadline for Ukraine deal

United Nations

Google Earth

Some killer whales hunt in pairs to maximize their bounty

13 Major Hair Transformations Celebrities Still Regret

'Gals on the Go' Podcast Hosts Brooke Miccio and Danielle Carolan on How They Handle Haters and Stay Authentic

If You Don’t Walk Backward Every Day, a Sports Medicine Doctor’s List of the Benefits Might Convince You To Start

“He’s a Great Kid” – Brian Daboll Excited to Get Started with #3 Overall Draft Pick Abdul Carter

War Amputees Find New Purpose on the Golf Course

Special Olympics Advocates: Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions

Look: Three capybara pups born at New Orleans zoo

Latham & Watkins law firm latest to sign lease at Sixth Avenue juggernaut

Retirees face staggering 6-figure health care bill when leaving the workforce

This Sporty Automatic Dive Watch Packs Two Crucial, Frequently Excluded Features

Pelé's life in pictures

$100 million F-35 crashes in California, marking second fighter jet loss this year

Local boys help rescue eagle caught in fishing line

Trump, South Korea strike 15% tariff deal ahead of deadline

Word of the Day

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1.Look: Three capybara pups born at New Orleans zoo

2.Firefighters help free puppy's paw from bathtub drain

3.Dad's death date earns Maryland woman a $50,000 lottery prize

4.Look: Kitten rescued from storm drain near highway on-ramp

5.Look: Firefighters dig a hole, cut through pipe to reach stranded calf

6.Watch: Escape artist dog's shelter break-out caught on camera

7.Watch: Firefighters rescue cow from Oklahoma swimming pool

8.Mysterious Ring camera footage sparks alien speculation

9.Look: Scuba team rescues lost wedding ring from British river

10.Look: School maintenance workers free raccoon stuck in dumpster