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The Cabinet Meeting That Could ESCALATE Everything With Iran

Iran War Live Updates: Trump Meets With Cabinet Over Whether to Intensify Iran Strikes  The New York Times Crude oil prices shoot up after Red Sea joins Strait of Hormuz as Iran war's second choke point  Fox News Trump meets with Cabinet over whether to intensify Iran strikes  The Seattle Times Trump considers ‘massive attack’ on Iran; Pakistan reportedly seeks to restart stalled peace talks  CNBC Trump weighs harder Iran strikes as conflict widens  France 24

Tech

Meta Just REVERSED a Plan That Outraged Smart Glasses Users

Remember when Meta was planning to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for the smart glasses feature that lets people hear each other more clearly - even though that feature runs locally on your glasses and doesn't require the cloud? Meta has paused those plans, spokesperson Tyler Yee confirms to The Verge. The company is not giving up on the idea of a subscription fee for certain features - that's still moving forward. Yee confirms that "some premium features will be subscription-based over t

The Verge·Tech·3d ago

SpaceX Just Pulled Off Something UNPRECEDENTED With Starship

SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch updates: SpaceX Starship Flight 13 makes 'softest splashdown' ever  Space SpaceX launches massive Starship rocket in first test flight since IPO  CNBC Launch preview: SpaceX ready for 2nd attempt to launch Starship Flight 13 following post-abort engine work  Spaceflight Now ‘It’s going to rock my freaking world’: Fans wait another day for Starship launch  ValleyCentral.com On Second Test of Its Newest Starship Design, SpaceX Sticks the Landing  The New York Times

Google News·Tech·3d ago

AI Could Finally Value Women's Work — But There's a CATCH

For years, economists have predicted that artificial intelligence would hollow out the labor market. Machines would write the code, analyze the contracts, draft the emails, and automate the work that once defined white-collar status. What would remain, they argued, would be the human skills that machines can’t replicate: caregiving, teaching, coaching, mentoring, relationship-building. That sounds, at first glance, like a victory for women. After all, women dominate many of those professions. Wo

The AI Surveillance That's Turning Your Office Into a PRISON

Somewhere right now, an employee is getting an automated flag for spending too long away from their keyboard. Another is being scored on keystroke volume. And another is having their Slack tone analyzed by an algorithm to determine whether they are a retention risk. None of this is science fiction. It is a normal day at a growing number of companies, and it is making everything worse. I have spent more than 15 years researching workplace culture and employee well-being, and what I am watching un

Why You Should Skip Expensive Sleepbuds and Buy THIS Instead

This “piercing pillow” also works great with earbuds you probably already own. Tech companies love to sell us expensive gadgets to solve all of life's little problems. Sleepbuds sold by the likes of Anker and Ozlo are a good example. These miniature marvels of engineering sit flush in the ear, and allow side-sleepers to doze off listening to podcasts, audiobooks, music, or white noise without annoying their partner. But why pay over $200 for a second pair of highly specialized buds when you ca

The Verge·Tech·3d ago

The Maps Trick That Shows You the ACTUAL Fastest Route

When it comes to driving, most of us want to get to our destination as quickly (and safely) as possible. After all, given how bad sitting behind the wheel is for your health, who wants to be in a car any longer than they have to be? Most of us might expect that, when it comes to getting directions, the world’s two biggest mapping apps, Google Maps and Apple Maps, would show us the route that gets us there as fast as possible. But that’s not always the case. Here’s how to make Google Maps and App

The Google Photos Feature You Didn't Know Was MISSING From Your Life

It really is phenomenal how easy it is to edit photos these days. And yet, for all the mind-blowing photo-enhancing options in front of us, one seemingly simple feat is oddly out of reach—and that’s editing multiple images together, in bulk, and applying the same adjustments to a bunch of images at the same time. Google Photos may be the gold standard for easy and effective image editing, but it’s somehow still lacking that one capability. Today, I’ve got a brand new Photos-enhancing power-up fo

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The Folding Phones That Are Finally Getting SERIOUSLY Good

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 137, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy phone season, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about Google Zero and armored cars for rich people, watching a lot of That's a Bad Idea videos now that YouTube knows my love for Curry Barker, testing the new 2Do redesign for my tasks, watching this excellent doc about the legendary designer Susa

The Verge·Tech·3d ago

The E-Reader Case That Looks Exactly Like a GUN

Is an e-reader case as dangerous as a Glock 19? Last month, Louisville, Kentucky-based creator Luke The Maker showed off a bizarre, 3D-printed, pistol-shaped case design for the popular minimalist Xteink X4 e-reader. The X4 lies vertically atop the plastic gun's slide, with a cutout on the side to access its buttons. Though the frame was digitally modeled after a real gun, this "case" can't shoot bullets. Squeezing the trigger does nothing at all. He calls his contraption the "Gundle." In a po

The Verge·Tech·3d ago

The Cult Music Gear That Just Got IMPOSSIBLY Cheap

Teenage Engineering’s OP-XY has a huge number of functions. | Photo by Terrence O’Brien / The Verge With elements from synthesizers, loopers, and effects pedals, Teenage Engineering’s devices lie somewhere between musical instrument and modern art. These grooveboxes, as they’re often called, are capable of helping you produce songs in real time from a single unit, with an eye-catching design language. A wide swath of the brand’s offerings are 30 percent off at Guitar Center when you use code T

The Verge·Tech·3d ago
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Why Your NEXT Google Phone Might Cost You A LOT More

Google's Vice President of Devices and Services, Shakil Barkat, all but confirmed in an interview with 9to5 Google that its next Pixel phone would cost more than the Pixel 10. Considering the ongoing RAM supply issues due to the explosion of AI data centers, the rumored price hike is not a complete surprise. Companies from Apple to Nintendo, Microsoft to Roku, have all raised their prices in response to the soaring cost of memory. Barkat said that Google had "shielded our consumers from supply

The Verge·Tech·3d ago
Business
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Why State Prosecutors Are Circling Paramount Like SHARKS Right Now

Only a few days ago, the states’ antitrust challenge to the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger still looked like a speed bump. Now, it looks more like siege warfare — as Paramount has agreed to put the $111 million deal on hold for at least several months. In doing so, Paramount’s lawyers have effectively conceded that they […]

Variety·Business·3d ago

3 Federal Student Loan Changes That Just Altered MILLIONS of Repayment Plans

Federal student loan terms can change from one academic year to the next. For instance, every spring, the Treasury Department determines the fixed interest rate for federal student loans for the upcoming award year, which runs from July 1 to June 30. Borrowers know that if they take federal loans every year of college, each one will likely come with a different interest rate. But major overhauls to federal student loans—like the changes that went into effect as of July 1, 2026—tend to catch borr

Why You Can't Make SENSE of Airline Ticket Names Anymore

In early July, Delta Airlines announced that it would begin offering a new category of fares for its Delta First, Delta Premium Select, and Delta One seat tiers. The Delta One option came with a name that felt like an oxymoron: “Basic Business.” According to Delta’s press release on the move, these “Basic” ticket options allow customers access to some premium onboard experiences, but at a lower price point and with some trade-offs—like reduced checked bag allowance and lower mileage earned. Basi

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Why Warner Bros. Just Declared WAR on Amazon Over Employees

Warner Bros. Discovery has filed suit against Amazon, accusing it of illegally poaching employees, including Pia Barlow, former senior VP for originals marketing. In the complaint, Warner says that "Amazon has chosen to ride on the coattails of other well-established Hollywood mainstays," and that it engaged in a "lawless employee shopping spree." Deadline reports that Francesca Orsi, HBO's head of drama series and films, is believed to be one of the other Amazon targets. Barlow is set to begin

Politics
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The Google Fine That Just Triggered Trump's TARIFF Threat

Trump threatens new tariffs against EU over Google fine  Politico Trump threatens EU with ‘substantial’ tariffs over fines of US tech giants  The Guardian Live updates: Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices for 'unethical' fines on Google  AP News Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine  Reuters Trump threatens EU with 'substantial TARIFF' for 'ROBBING' U.S. tech giants  CNBC

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What Trump's About to Say Tonight That Could Change EVERYTHING

Trump Administration Live Updates: President to Speak at Correspondents’ Dinner  The New York Times White House Press Gathers for Do-Over With Trump at Smaller, High-Security Gala  WSJ Secret Service warns of sharp rise in threat levels ahead of rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner  CBS News Trump returns to White House press dinner months after shooting chaos  Le Monde.fr Trump to give 'unifying yet vicious' speech at rescheduled White House correspondents' dinner: Leavitt  ABC News -

Star Supreme Court Lawyer Gets Six Years for Tax CRIMES

Former Star Supreme Court Lawyer Gets Six-Year Sentence in Tax Case  WSJ Secret gambling, lavish lifestyle: Supreme Court lawyer Thomas Goldstein faces sentencing  Baltimore Sun Supreme Court litigator gets 6 years in prison for tax evasion case after gambling millions on poker  Politico Washington lawyer Tom Goldstein gets 6 years in prison for tax crimes  Reuters Goldstein, 44-Time High Court Lawyer, Sentenced to Six Years (2)  Bloomberg Law News

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What Police Just Did in Madison That Has EVERYONE Asking Questions

What We Know About the Police Shooting in Madison  The New York Times Madison police shooting sparks protests as Wisconsin launches independent investigation into deadly incident  Yahoo Family of Corey Durell Ruiz, man killed in Madison, Wisconsin police shooting says he was 'exceptional man'  ABC7 Chicago Mayor Rhodes-Conway's Response to Officer-Involved Shooting  City of Madison, WI 'My heart was just so broken': Ruiz's daughter speaks after Madison police shooting death  WKOW

What ICE Found in the Van That WASN'T Drugs

Substance found in work van of Mexican man killed by ICE tested negative for drugs, prosecutor says  CBS News Substance in Houston ICE shooting van was not drugs, district attorney’s office says testing confirms  CNN Bags in vehicle of man fatally shot by ICE did not contain drugs, Texas DA says  NBC News Substance found in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's van not a narcotic, Harris Co. DA, Rep. Sylvia Garcia confirm  ABC13 Houston Bags in Van of Houston ICE Shooting Victim Did Not Contain Drugs, Offici

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Why Trump Just Made a SHOCKING U-Turn on Iran

Trump swings back toward diplomacy in escalating war with Iran  The Washington Post Trump Meets With Top Advisers as He Weighs a Major Escalation in Iran  The New York Times Live updates: US-Iran war; Trump says he doesn’t ‘think it’s time yet’ for deal  CNN Trump considers ‘massive attack’ on Iran; Pakistan reportedly seeks to restart stalled peace talks  CNBC US, Iran Exchange Strikes as Trump Mulls Wider Offensive  Bloomberg.com

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What Trump Just Ordered Museums to Tell You About HISTORY

Trump orders Smithsonian to post warnings about 'inaccurate' US history  BBC Trump Orders Warnings Placed at ‘Inaccurate’ Smithsonian History Museum  The New York Times Trump orders warning signs near Smithsonian, escalating fight over history  The Washington Post I Watched the Unhinged Anti-Smithsonian Congressional Hearing So You Don’t Have To  Artnet News WATCH: ‘Shocking’ Ben Franklin smear leaves Smithsonian chief with ‘no regrets’  Fox News

Trump's THREAT to EU After Billion-Dollar Google Fine

Trump threatens EU will pay ‘big price’ after Brussels fines Google $1bn  Al Jazeera Trump threatens EU with ‘substantial’ tariffs over fines of US tech giants  The Guardian Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices for ‘unethical’ fines on Google  AP News Trump threatens EU with 'substantial TARIFF' for 'ROBBING' U.S. tech giants  CNBC Trump threatens new tariffs against EU over Google fine  Politico

What Trump Just Ordered OUTSIDE a Smithsonian Museum

Trump orders signs outside Smithsonian museum amid row over its depiction of American history  Fox News Trump escalates Smithsonian attack with order for signs outside history museum  The Guardian Trump orders signage warning visitors of ‘inaccurate information’ at Smithsonian  NBC News Trump Orders Warnings Placed at ‘Inaccurate’ Smithsonian History Museum  The New York Times I Watched the Unhinged Anti-Smithsonian Congressional Hearing So You Don’t Have To  Artnet News

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What Trump Said at Press Dinner That Left the Room STUNNED

Trump’s insult-laden speech to press dinner draws mostly stunned silence  The Washington Post Trump bombed at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner — and proved its point  CNN Here's what you missed from Trump's first WHCA Dinner as president: 5 takeaways from his night with the press  Fox News Five Major Moments From President Trump’s Speech at the Correspondents’ Dinner  WSJ Trump lobs insults at political opponents, press during rescheduled White House correspondents' dinner  ABC News - Brea

Why Katy Perry Is FURIOUS About Her Song in Trump's Military Video

Katy Perry has blasted the White House for using her 2010 hit song “Firework” in a TikTok post depicting footage of military strikes. The video, posted to the official White House TikTok account on Thursday, times the song’s lyrics — “boom, boom, boom” — to clips of bomb explosions with the caption “Iran has been warned.” […]

Variety·Politics·3d ago

What Trump Said at His First WHCD Return After the Shooting

Trump returns to WHCD with measured tribute and sharp attacks after April shooting  Politico ‘Is This Supposed to Be Fun?’ Trump Hurls Insults at Correspondents’ Dinner  The New York Times Donald Trump Holds The White House Press Corps Hostage  Vanity Fair Five Major Moments From President Trump’s Speech at the Correspondents’ Dinner  WSJ Trump bombed at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner — and proved its point  CNN

Why Wisconsin's Capital Just CANCELED Its Biggest Events

Wisconsin’s capital city cancels signature events, grapples with fallout from police shooting  AP News Some police experts troubled by Madison shooting of Corey Ruiz  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Friends, family and neighbors mourn Madison man killed by police  WPR Family, attorney say man shot by Madison police was 'exceptional'  WLUK 'My heart was just so broken': Ruiz's daughter speaks after Madison police shooting death  WKOW

What Trump STOPPED the Military From Doing in Iran Friday

Trump ordered military not to conduct strikes in Iran Friday  Axios Report: Trump told US military to hold off striking Iran last night, is currently favoring talks  The Times of Israel Live Updates: Iran-backed Houthis step up conflict with Saudi Arabia by targeting oil facilities  CBS News Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Strikes Abate, Even as Trump Considers Escalation  The New York Times Bridges and infrastructure hit as US struck deeper inside Iran  AP News

Trump's Return to the Room Where EVERYTHING Changed

Trump returns to correspondents' dinner 3 months after shooting  NPR Trump bombed at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner — and proved its point  CNN Trump returns to WHCD with measured tribute and sharp attacks after April shooting  Politico At correspondents’ dinner, Trump jokes that he will run for third term  The Boston Globe Column | The second-weirdest White House correspondents’ dinner I’ve ever attended  The Washington Post

The Last-Minute Replacement Who Just Became Maine's Democratic NOMINEE

Troy Jackson Picked to Replace Platner as Democratic Nominee in Maine Senate Race  The New York Times Maine Democratic delegates choose Troy Jackson as new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins  AP News Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee at an unusual party convention  CNN After Democratic Shake-Up, Susan Collins Holds Enormous Cash Edge in Maine  The New York Times Democrats nominate Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in must-win Maine Senate race  NBC News

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Court Just BLOCKED Trump's Mail-In Voting Order

U.S. appeals court rules Trump cannot implement mail-in voting order  CNBC Appeals court rejects Trump bid to curb mail-in voting in 23 states  The Guardian Trump’s anti-mail voting order gets blocked again, this time by federal appeals court  Democracy Docket Trump’s Mail Voting Plan Blocked as Appeals Court Favors States  Bloomberg.com Voting Rights Coalition Seeks Injunction against Trump Mail-In Voting Order  Davis Vanguard

The Political DISASTER That Just Forced Democrats to Pick a New Candidate

Democrats pick new Senate candidate in Maine in aftermath of Platner debacle  The Washington Post Maine Democratic delegates choose Troy Jackson as new nominee to face US Sen. Susan Collins  AP News Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee at an unusual party convention  CNN After Democratic Shake-Up, Susan Collins Holds Enormous Cash Edge in Maine  The New York Times Democrat set to replace Platner in Maine led state Senate with a temper  The Washington Post

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What Hawaii's Second-in-Command Just Got INDICTED For

Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke indicted on bribery charges  Politico Hawaii's Democratic lieutenant governor indicted in state corruption investigation  Fox News Hawaii Lt. Gov. Is Indicted in Corruption Investigation  The New York Times After the Indictment: Questions, Reforms, What’s Ahead  KHON2 Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, 4 others charged in bribery conspiracy  Honolulu Star-Advertiser

International

ICC's Top Prosecutor REMOVED Over Sexual Misconduct Claims

ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations  AP News Karim Khan ousted as prosecutor of international criminal court  The Guardian ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan  CNN Assembly of States Parties concludes its special session on disciplinary proceedings involving an elected official  | International Criminal Court Karim Khan’s Accuser Breaks Silence on Alleged Sexual Misconduct at I.C.C.  The New York Times

Trump's ULTIMATUM to Saudi Arabia on Nuclear Deal

Trump says Saudi nuclear agreement won't move forward without Abraham Accords: 'They have to be a member'  Fox News How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing  CNN Trump says Saudi Arabia's nuclear deal hinges on the kingdom normalizing Israel ties  NPR Saudi Arabia Learns the Limits of Pay to Play  The Atlantic The art of Trump’s Saudi deal: Incompetence, corruption — or both?  MS NOW

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The Sex Abuse Claims That Just Toppled a GLOBAL Prosecutor

ICC prosecutor Khan removed over ‘politicised’ sex abuse claims: Sources  Al Jazeera ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan  CNN Karim Khan ousted as prosecutor of international criminal court  The Guardian ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations  AP News Assembly of States Parties concludes its special session on disciplinary proceedings involving an elected official  | International Criminal Court

What's REALLY Happening in Iran as War Enters Week Two

July 24, 2026 — Escalation in Iran war nears 2-week mark  CNN The U.S. and Iran Are Stuck in a Cycle of Military Escalation  WSJ The Weekly Rundown: A Likely U.S. Escalation in Iran, Zelensky Travels to Washington  Stratfor Worldview The Middle East War Has Entered Its Most Dangerous Phase Yet  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com Persian Gulf and Red Sea Military Escalation: Intelligence Briefing  SpecialEurasia

Why 220,000 People Just FLED Their Homes

More than 220,000 evacuated in France and Spain due to wildfires  BBC Europe wildfires latest: More than 140,000 evacuated across France and Spain  BBC France and Spain race to control wildfires as suburbs of Bordeaux begin evacuation – live  The Guardian Tens of thousands flee fires in France, blazes merge outside Madrid  Reuters More than 200,000 people flee raging wildfires in France and Spain, some escaping by boat  AP News

The Stunning ICC Vote That Just Ousted Its Top PROSECUTOR

ICC votes to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan  DW.com ICC prosecutor whose Netanyahu warrant fueled Mamdani arrest threat is fired over sexual misconduct  Fox News ICC member states fire chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct claims  politico.eu Karim Khan ousted as prosecutor of international criminal court  The Guardian ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan  CNN

Student Protests Just FORCED a Government Minister to Resign

India’s education minister resigns after weeks of student-led protests  AP News India’s Education Minister Steps Down, Handing Win to Protesters  The New York Times Victory of democracy: Wangchuk on Pradhan’s resignation  The Hindu Dharmendra Pradhan: India education minister resigns after Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests  BBC India’s education minister resigns after weeks of ‘Cockroach’ protests  Al Jazeera

Breaking

The Missile Attack That Just Made the Middle East War WIDER

Iran-backed Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia as Middle East war widens  The Guardian Iran reports first night without new US strikes as Houthis attack Saudi Arabian city  Fox News Trump’s Threatened New Front in Iran War Could Strain U.S. Forces  The New York Times Saudi military strikes Houthi targets in Yemen after the Iran-backed militia attacked Red Sea shipping  CNBC Trump threatens 'major military punishment' after Houthi attacks on tankers in Red Sea  PBS

What Iran's First Strike-Free Day in TWO WEEKS Really Means

Live Updates: Iran reports no new strikes by U.S. for first time in 2 weeks  CBS News U.S. and Iran locked in multi-week escalation after sustained aerial assault  NPR Live updates: First night in 2 weeks without reported strikes, as Trump claims Iran would ‘love to make a deal’  CNN ‘We’re Trapped in Hell’: Iranians Say Life Is Put On Hold by Months of War  The New York Times Iran reports no U.S. strikes overnight as tensions remain high  NBC News

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Why 270,000 People Are FLEEING Their Homes RIGHT NOW

Spanish PM warns of 'complex hours' ahead as wildfires displace 270,000 in Spain and France  BBC Live updates: Spain and France battle raging wildfires as at least 250,000 people forced to flee  CNN Nearly 98,000 hectares burned in France, a 'historic record' says government  France 24 Wildfire Smoke Chokes Skies in Spain and France  The New York Times More than 250,000 evacuated as wildfires rage in France and Spain  BBC

The New Front That Just EXPLODED in the Middle East Conflict

Live updates: Strikes between Saudi Arabia and Houthi rebels open a new front in Middle East conflict  CNN In latest front in Mideast war, Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia  Los Angeles Times Iran war live: Saudi Arabia, Houthis trade attacks, escalation intensifies  Al Jazeera Iran reports first night without new US strikes as Houthis attack Saudi Arabian city  Fox News Iran-backed Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia in response to airstrikes in Yemen  WBTW

Iran's CHILLING New Threat to Put All of Ukraine in Range

Iranian media threatens Kyiv with ‘ballistic missiles’: “All of Ukraine is within reach’  New York Post Iran says Ukrainian attack on vessel in Caspian Sea killed sailor  Reuters Iran reports Ukrainian drone strike killed sailor on Caspian Sea vessel  Crypto Briefing Tensions Rise as Ukraine Strikes in Caspian Sea  Devdiscourse Iran Condemns Deadly Attack on Vessel in Caspian Sea, Blames Ukraine  Global Banking & Finance Review

Breaking

The INFERNO That Just Forced Half a Million People to ABANDON Everything

Live Updates: Hundreds of Thousands Flee as Fires Rage in Spain and France  The New York Times Live updates: Spain and France battle raging wildfires as at least 250,000 people forced to flee  CNN France and Spain battle wildfires as more than 250,000 people are forced to flee homes  AP News Live: 'We will rebuild' after France fires, says President Emmanuel Macron  France 24 Volunteers Bring to Aid Tired Crews as Wildfires Rage in Southwest France  Yahoo

Breaking

250,000 People Just Fled as Fire Engulfs TWO European Nations

Live updates: Spain and France battle raging wildfires as at least 250,000 people forced to flee  CNN Firefighters tackle wildfires burning in Gironde region of France  Yahoo Hundreds of Thousands Flee as Fires Rage in Spain and France  The New York Times Wildfires force evacuations outside Bordeaux as Spanish blazes cause first death  Reuters France and Spain battle wildfires as more than 250,000 people are forced to flee homes  CBS17.com

Science

Scientists Reversed AUTISM Symptoms in Hours With One DOSE

Even mild inflammation during pregnancy led mouse offspring to develop persistent brain overactivity, sensory sensitivity, repetitive behaviors, and increased seizure risk. Remarkably, one dose of rapamycin improved nearly all of these problems within about two hours. The benefits were temporary, but they suggest that adult brain circuits may remain far more adaptable than previously believed.

Health

The Little Blue Pill's SHOCKING New Power Against Cancer

A recent study found that sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, may stop cancer from metastasizing. BSIP/Getty Images Researchers report that the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra may help slow the spread of cancer. Sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, appears to interfere with cancer cells’ ability to metastasize and travel to other parts of the body. More research is needed to determine if Viagra would be more effective against certain types of cancer and whether the drug can

Why HALF of All Americans Just Became Eligible for This Drug

Three studies evaluated the potential impact of new cholesterol guidelines, which are expected to improve treatment outcomes. Getty Images The AHA, ACC, and other medical organizations released new cholesterol guidelines in 2026. Three studies evaluated the potential impact of the new guidelines and found that they could expand treatment options. With more than half of U.S. adults eligible for statin therapy under the new guidelines, experts say early intervention is key to cholesterol manag

How Technology Just SAVED Lives in Rural America's Deadliest Zone

After a heart attack left Angie Lindsey (right) with heart failure, a remote monitoring device helped her care team manage her condition from afar, making specialized care more accessible from her rural Missouri home. After surviving a heart attack, Angie Lindsey developed heart failure that required her to travel hours from her rural Missouri home for specialized care. An implanted remote heart-monitoring device now allows her care team to track changes in her heart health and adjust treatm

The Women's Health Condition Linked to a DEVASTATING Heart Risk

A new study found that females with PMOS (formerly PCOS) may have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Image Credit: andreswd/Getty Females with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) were about four times more likely to develop heart or artery disease than those without it, according to a new study. The elevated risk held even after researchers accounted for diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. The study authors said it was the largest U.S. a

Your Daily Coffee Habit Just Got the GREEN LIGHT From Doctors

The American Heart Association (AHA) states that up to 5 cups of black coffee a day is safe for most people. Image Credit: Filmstax/Getty The American Heart Association (AHA) published a statement confirming how much caffeinated coffee is safe to drink each day.  Adding flavorings like sugar, cream, and syrups to coffee can cancel out coffee’s heart-health benefits, however.  The statement noted that the higher levels of caffeine in energy drinks can be harmful to heart health. A growing bod

FDA Makes CONTROVERSIAL Move on Peptides Despite Safety Warnings

Photo taken on Aug. 23, 2021 shows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in Silver Spring, Maryland, the United States. (Photo by Ting Shen/Xinhua via Getty Images) On the first day of a two-day meeting, an FDA advisory panel voted in favor of four types of peptides to be sold as compounded medications. Proponents describe wellness peptides as a “fountain of youth” that can promote healing from injury and improved overall wellness. Doctors and scientists say the safety and effectiveness of i

The Daily Food That Could PROTECT Your Heart Forever

Research shows that eating an avocado a day may help reduce heart disease risk in people with obesity. Image Credit: Thai Liang Lim/Getty A recent study has found that eating an avocado a day may help lower the risk of heart disease in people with obesity.  The researchers found that this was associated with lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) particles, which are proteins that transport cholesterol through the body.  Avocados can also provide various other health benefits, such as

Why Experts Are ALARMED by the Military's New Screening Plan

The U.S. military will begin screening service members for testosterone deficiency to “optimize” health. Getty Images Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military will begin annual screening for testosterone deficiency among service members ages 30 and older. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may benefit people with a confirmed deficiency, but there are risks, including impaired fertility. A single blood test cannot diagnose low testosterone; other symptoms must also

The Surprising Places That Could REVERSE Your Biological Clock

Research shows that regular cultural engagement can slow physiological aging in older adults. Image Credit: AzmanJaka/Getty A new study claims that older adults who regularly attend cultural events such as museums, movies, and theater tend to have a lower physiological age, meaning their bodies function younger than their years. Those who engaged culturally every few months or more had an average physiological age of about 3 years less than those with less participation, despite similar actu

The DARK Side of Weight Loss Drugs for Seniors Over 65

A new report states that older adults using GLP-1 drugs may have a higher risk of loss of muscle mass, malnutrition, dehydration, and other frailty-associated conditions. Getty Images A new report states that older adults using GLP-1 drugs may have a higher risk of loss of muscle mass, malnutrition, and dehydration. However, the benefits of taking these drugs should be weighed against these risks when the medications are prescribed. The researchers say that GLP-1 drugs benefit older adults b

Rumer Willis Reveals the Tracking Method That CHANGED Everything

Rumer Willis is sharing how hormone tracking helped her better understand her cycle, and why she’s encouraging other women to better understand their reproductive health. Photo by Victoria Wall Harris Rumer Willis says hormone tracking helped her better understand her cycle. Experts say at-home hormone tests may help confirm ovulation and guide fertility planning. Willis hopes more women feel empowered to advocate for their reproductive health. When actress Rumer Willis gave birth to her dau

Does TikTok's Viral 'Early Bird Dinner' Sleep Hack ACTUALLY Work?

A popular TikTok trend suggests that eating dinner 4 to 5 hours before bed can improve sleep quality. Image credit: Olga Rolenko · Moment/Getty “Early-bird dinners” are a growing social media trend, with some TikTokers claiming that eating earlier can improve sleep quality. Experts agree that consuming the last meal of the day earlier in the evening may help with getting a better night’s rest. Eating dinner earlier may also offer additional benefits, such as reducing acid reflux and improvin

The Simple 3-Color RULE That Could Transform Your Weight Loss

Following the “3-color rule” may help boost weight loss and improve overall health. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/Getty One of the newest nutritional trends on TikTok is the “3-color rule.”  The “3-color rule” encourages people to include at least 3 different naturally colorful plant-based foods in each meal.  Different pigments in food represent certain phytonutrients and vitamins.  By aiming for at least three different colors in your meals, you can naturally balance your nutritional intake

The FDA Just Approved a Pill That Could Change CHOLESTEROL Forever

Lipfendra, a new once-daily pill for high cholesterol, can be taken instead of or alongside a statin. Iryna Veklich · Moment / Getty Images The FDA has approved Lipfendra, a new drug for adults with high LDL cholesterol. It is the first PCSK9 inhibitor in its class to come as a pill; the other three treatments require shots. Lipfendra can be taken instead of or alongside a statin to lower high LDL cholesterol. People with high cholesterol levels now have a new treatment option: a once-daily

The Weight Loss Drug Secret Doctors Didn't Tell You About DURATION

Recent research has found that GLP-1s, like Ozempic and Wegovy, can help you maintain a lower calorie intake for more than a year. Image Credit: Jon Challicom/Getty A new study found that people taking semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) maintained a significantly lower calorie intake after 60 weeks on the medication. Participants taking semaglutide consistently consumed 24% to 30% fewer calories than those receiving a placebo throughout the study. The findings suggest semaglutide may continue

The Weight-Loss Drug That Might CURE What Millions Can't Control

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may help ease symptoms of binge eating disorder and related eating behaviors. Giselleflissak/Getty Images A new study found that GLP-1RAs could reduce key symptoms of binge eating disorder. These included binge eating severity, loss of control eating, and emotional eating. Experts say that GLP-1RAs could potentially augment existing treatments for binge eating disorder, like psychotherapy. However, you should always consult with an eating disorder sp

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How to Watch Anthony Joshua vs. Kristian Prenga Boxing Pay-Per-View Live

The best boxers in the world travel to Saudi Arabia this weekend, where British fighter Anthony Joshua (29-4-0) takes on Albania boxer Kristian Prenga (20-1-0) in the heavyweight main event on Saturday, July 25. The Joshua vs. Prenga pay-per-view event takes place at Jeddah Superdome in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Coverage and prelims begin at 1 […]

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How to Watch the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game Live Online

At the halfway point of the 2026 season, the league goes into the 22nd edition of the WNBA All-Star Game. The best and brightest players, like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Allisha Gray, Olivia Miles, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson and others, compete for the All-Star Game MVP Trophy. The WNBA All-Star Game: Team Spoon […]

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Where to Watch the Spence vs. Tszyu Fight LIVE Online Tonight

In an epic bout, Premier Boxing Champions travels to Australia, where American boxer Errol “The Truth” Spence, Jr. (28-1-0) takes on Australian Tim “The Phoenix” Tszyu (27-3-0) in a high-profile middleweight match. Spence, Jr. vs. Tszyu takes place on Saturday, July 25 at Afterpay Arena in Sydney, Australia with a start time of 9 p.m. […]

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Norwegian Zombie Comedy Wins UNEXPECTED Award at Film Festival

Norwegian director Vegard Dahle’s zombie comedy “Grandmonster” has won the top Outpost Award, and a prize of post-production services, at the Fantasia Festival’s prestigious Frontières Co-Production Market, which handed out six awards at its closing cocktail, July 25. The film, about an American dropout who unintentionally triggers a zombie outbreak at a remote Norwegian nursing […]

Beloved TV Director Ralph Hemecker Dies at 65

Veteran TV director, writer and producer Ralph W. Hemecker, known for his work on shows including “The X-Files,” “Blue Bloods,” “Once Upon a Time” and “The Flash,” has died. He was 65. According to an obituary notice, Hemecker died July 10 at his home in Glendale, Calif. Hemecker’s credits over the years also include “Millennium,” […]

Why Guillermo del Toro Said 'ABSOLUTELY NO' to AI in His Classic Film

Guillermo del Toro had one rule when bringing “Pan’s Labyrinth” back to theaters for its 20th anniversary: “No goddamn AI.” The filmmaker returned to San Diego Comic-Con to discuss the film’s 20th anniversary, which returns to theaters Oct. 9 in 3D and HDR for the first time. The filmmaker said he converted “Pan’s Labyrinth” into […]

Nick Hakim's New Album Is Being Called a MASTERPIECE

“Stoner R&B” is not an insult: It’s the opposite, a loose term to describe a sprawling genre of music that includes everything from Dijon and Frank Ocean to Brent Faiyaz and Jhene Aiko. It’s R&B that has smoked a strong blunt, with languid grooves, heavy bass, psychedelicized production and an unhurried vocal approach. Unlike the […]

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The Game That Will Make You Think About Circles DIFFERENTLY

What Surrounds Us takes its title literally. You play as a circle surrounding a hole in its middle - it looks like a donut with frosting. You work together with other sentient moving circles, sometimes helping them joyfully meet with others. And you traverse a large map that's composed entirely of, you guessed it, a series of circles. But the circles everywhere aren't just an artistic choice; they underscore the game's themes about working in connection with the environment and the things around

Nolan's Epic Continues Its Box Office DOMINATION With Massive Friday HAUL

With no major competition, Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” extended its reign at the domestic box office as it entered its second weekend in theaters. “The Odyssey” added $25.9 million domestically on Friday, and by Sunday it’s expected to make $84.5 million. That figure represents just a 32% drop from its excellent $124 million debut. Through […]

Pamela Anderson's TWISTED New Role That's Turning HEADS

Last week, Pamela Anderson went viral — for her lush, enchanting garden. She’d never felt comfortable with the whole “sex symbol” thing after all, referring to that pleasure-seeking period as “the blurry years,” and is relishing this softer, quieter chapter of her life, replete with reading, tending to her 15,000-square-foot garden on Vancouver Island and […]

The Hong Kong Cinema Legacy Still HAUNTING Every Wuxia Film Today

Wu Jing says the fingerprints of Hong Kong action cinema are still on every wuxia film made today, including his own. Speaking with Variety at the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest), where he received the festival’s Excellent Achievement in Film Award, the actor-producer reflected on Hong Kong cinema’s enduring influence while celebrating a special screening […]

The Comedy That Turns Frat Bros Into BELIEVERS Without Them Knowing

In a summer heavy on films we’ve seen before in some shape or form, “Bad Counselors” is nothing if not a novelty: a faith-based message movie masquerading as a frat-bro farce, complete with PG-13 yocks and an “American Pie” alum cameo. Well, “masquerading” is perhaps unfair. Chris Dowling’s film is earnest in its attempt to […]

The Dark Romance So DIVISIVE It's Getting Graphic Novels Amid Backlash

A graphic novel adaptation of author H.D. Carlton’s bestselling dark romance book “Haunting Adeline” is set to be released next year, Variety has learned. Developed and published by Deviant Ink Publishing, a romance and dark romance-focused illustrated formats publisher, the project will first release as a comic book series scheduled to launch in early 2027 […]

The Surprise Winner That DOMINATED Malaysia's Golden Global Awards

Lloyd Lee Choi’s “Lucky Lu” claimed best film at the Malaysia Golden Global Awards, presented during the closing ceremony of the 9th Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) on Saturday. The U.S.-Canada co-production took the awards’ top honor, while the jury recognized filmmakers from across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas in a ceremony […]

The Classic Novel That Inspired This Year's Most CONTROVERSIAL Thriller

Taiwan-based Myanmar filmmaker Midi Z has revealed that his next feature, “The Exiles,” starring Sam Worthington, David Duchovny and Ke-Xi Wu, draws on Joseph Conrad’s classic novel “Heart of Darkness,” reimagined through a contemporary, original story. Speaking with Variety during the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest), where he served as a jury member 15 years […]

The Award-Winning Film That's TOO Gentle for Its Own Good

Observing a seemingly ordinary world through the lens of teenhood can be a goldmine for filmmakers. From the perspective of young people who often feel awkward and out of place, common dynamics can look strange, while unexpected connections seem like the most natural thing in the world. Shuntaro Uchida’s “Incinerator”, which won the Jury Prize […]

Iconic Band CANCELS Entire Tour Over Costs No One Saw Coming

There was good news and bad news about Roxette’s enduring popularity this week. The good news was, the group’s 1987 single “It Must Have Been Love” was announced as having officially joined YouTube’s Billion Views Club. The bad news is, the audience that wants to hear that track performed live may not have been as […]

What Avatar Creators COULDN'T Show You in the Final Cut

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender.” Team Avatar is back! At long last, fans of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” can (legally) watch the next onscreen adventure of Aang and his loyal friends, thanks to the release of “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” on Paramount+. The film ages up Aang, […]

The Holiday Special 'Bob's Burgers' Fans NEVER Saw Coming

‘Tis the season for “Bob’s Burgers,” which will return to the holidays with an all-new Christmas-themed short set to premiere on Hulu (and internationally for most Disney+ subscribers) later this year. Here’s the description for the short, titled “On the Fort Day of Christmas”: “a record-breaking Christmas snowstorm means one thing to the Belcher kids […]

Giuseppe Tornatore's SEDUCTIVE Portrait of a Fashion Icon

As a design house, Brunello Cucinelli is a name synonymous with luxury and quality. As a production company, it’s hard to know how to feel about it preceding a biographical film about its namesake. “Brunello: The Gracious Visionary” tells the story of the fashion luminary from his humble beginnings in rural Perugia, Italy to the […]

Reality Star's Furious Response to Assumptions About Her POLITICS

“Love Island USA” Season 8 contestant Kenzie Annis has slammed rumors that she is a Trump supporter. Speculation started spreading amongst the “Love Island” fandom early in the season after fans started posting unverified screenshots from Kenzie’s Instagram account of her standing in front of Trump flags. On Thursday, she directly addressed the claims while […]

The Animated Show That Refuses to DIE Gets Three More Specials

Hulu has greenlit three supersized “Futurama” specials in addition to the show’s upcoming Season 14, the series’ executive producers and cast revealed Saturday at San Diego Comic-Con. During their morning Comic-Con panel, which featured creator Matt Groening, showrunner and head writer David X. Cohen and more cast and crew, the “Futurama” team unveiled a trailer […]

Why This Mythological Rock Opera Is Capturing EVERYONE Right Now

"Hadestown," with its free-form jamboree vibe, its spontaneous swirl of musicians and dancers onstage, is as much a happening as it is a musical. It’s a show about ancient mythology — it tells the story of Orpheus and Eurydice, which it interweaves with the tale of Hades and Persephone. That sounds daunting, but "Hadestown," with its book, music, and lyrics by Anaïs Mitchell, succeeds in making those myths feel timeless, which of course they are. It’s a show about love, but more than that it’s a

EverQuest Legends Unveils Cat Race as PLAYABLE Characters in Franchise Reboot

The upcoming “EverQuest” reboot video game, “EverQuest Legends,” will launch with the 25-year-old franchise’s fan-favorite Kerran cat race as playable characters. The announcement was made Saturday at San Diego Comic-Con’s “EverQuest Legends” panel, just days ahead of the game’s July 28 launch. “In our game, we’re excited to announce for the first time that we […]

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'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Season 2 Casts Newcomer Ruaridh Aldington

“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” Season 2 has cast newcomer Ruaridh Aldington as a series regular. The news was announced today at the “Star Trek” 60th anniversary panel at San Diego Comic-Con. Aldington will play Keats, a young alien with a mysterious backstory. An official description reads: “When the cadets make the risky decision to bring […]

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Hudson Williams Debuts 'Scary Hot' Blue Eyes in First 'Yaga' Clip at Comic-Con

Fans got a sneak peek at Hudson Williams’ starring role in “Yaga” on Saturday afternoon. A clip from Crave’s upcoming mystery thriller was shown during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con, featuring series cast members Noah Reid (“Schitt’s Creek”), Clark Backo (“Venom: The Last Dance”), Letterkenny), Carrie-Anne Moss (“Memento”) and showrunner and executive producer Kat […]

John Cena's Next Movie Is Based on Your Childhood TOY

Mattel’s iconic toy cars are making their big screen debut in Apple Original Films’ “Matchbox,” which released its first action-packed trailer starring John Cena. The Sam Hargrave-directed film was adapted from the famous die-cast toy vehicle line. “Matchbox” will follow “a group of childhood friends who must work together to stop an impending worldwide disaster […]

Why Avatar Fans Should AVOID the Dark Web Right Now

“Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” is finally streaming on Paramount+ and playing in select theaters, but it’s been a long journey for Team Avatar to hit the big screen. The movie takes place after the events of Nickelodeon’s beloved animated show, “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” but before the sequel series, “The Legend of Korra.” Aang […]

Why Kieran Culkin Is Playing the DEVIL This Halloween

Roman Roy did some pretty devilish things on “Succession,” so perhaps it makes sense that “Family Guy” has tapped star Kieran Culkin to play Satan in a new Halloween-themed special that will run exclusively on Hulu later this year. Culkin’s casting was announced Saturday during the “Family Guy” panel at San Diego Comic-Con, where it […]

The Body Snatching Comedy That Left Its Audience SPEECHLESS

Six men lie face down on the ground, licking a deserted street in L.A. It’s a stomach-churning introduction, but “Sour Minnows” is not a conventional tale. It’s a hangout movie about roommates Ricky (David Brown, “Jury Duty”) and Tepper (Chase Williamson, “The Guest”) who accidentally step into a different plane of existence one day while […]

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Broadway's UNDERWORLD Is About to Invade Movie Theaters

The gods themselves get mostly shoved out of the picture in “The Odyssey,” as has been noted by some filmgoers who wished Zeus or Poseidon got in on the action instead of just being talked about. But Hades, at least, has his day in another movie currently in theaters, which offers some serious interplay between […]

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The NIGHTMARISH Film That Just Won Fantasia's Top Honor

Hanna Bergholm’s “Nightborn” has won the top honor at this year’s Fantasia International Film Festival juried awards. “Nightborn” was awarded the prestigious Cheval Noir trophy for best film. Seidi Haarla, who stars opposite Rupert Grint in the film, was also awarded best actress. See the full winners list — along with jury statements — below. 2026 […]

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Georgia School Shooter's Guilty Plea Brings DEVASTATING Victim Statements

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A Daughter's HEARTBREAK After Police Shooting Death

'My heart was just so broken': Ruiz's daughter speaks after Madison police shooting death  WKOW Family of Corey Durell Ruiz, man killed in Madison, Wisconsin police shooting says he was 'exceptional man'  ABC7 Chicago Madison police shooting sparks protests as Wisconsin launches independent investigation into deadly incident  Yahoo Madison police shooting reignites bodycam debate  FOX6 News Milwaukee Police experts share concern over Madison fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz  Milwaukee Journal Sentin

The Mystery Girl in a High-Profile Case Finally Has a NAME

Mystery girl in Nolan Wells case reportedly identified  NewsNation Nolan Wells’ Death Rattles Black Parents About All-White Spaces  The New York Times An independent autopsy couldn’t determine how Nolan Wells died. Here’s what experts say could happen next  CNN Nolan Wells autopsy report to be withheld until grand jury review, district attorney says  WLOX District attorney defends pace of Nolan Wells death investigation  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

What This Music Historian Spends BIG Money On Will SURPRISE You

Oli Freke is a musician and journalist whose works have appeared in Sound on Sound, The Quietus, and Mixmag. This has included using math to explore the melodic potential of the Western 12-tone scale and deep dives on effects plug-ins. He's even written a book tracing the evolution of the synthesizer from 1963 through 1995, charting the change from analog to digital and back. His new project is Beat Gems, a coffee-table visual history of drum machines from publisher Bjooks. Like other Bjooks ti

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The DEADLY Wildfire That Just Claimed Its Fourth Firefighter

Oregon fire looms near town as 4th firefighter dies weeks after Colorado blaze  AP News Fourth Firefighter Dies Following Knowles Fire Burnover in Colorado | U.S. Department of the Interior  U.S. Department of the Interior (.gov) Lincoln man dies after wildfire incident in Colorado, Dept. of Interior says  WOWT 4th firefighter dies from injuries in western Colorado blaze  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Fourth firefighter dies from injuries caused by now extinguished Knowles wil