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Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $555 million ahead of Friday drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to an estimated $555 million with a $235.2 million cash option ahead of the upcoming Friday night drawing.
Campi Flegrei tremor of magnitude 2.6 hits Pozzuoli and Naples
A fresh magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei volcanic region near Pozzuoli and Naples, rattling residents amid ongoing bradyseismic activity.
Webuild secures €11.1bn in new orders and confirms its 2026 guidance
Engineering group Webuild reported €11.1 billion in new orders and reaffirmed its 2026 financial guidance amid accelerating global infrastructure demand.
Florida researchers discover first dark magic mushroom with toxins and psychedelics
Researchers have identified the world's first known dark magic mushroom, a fungus that combines deadly liver toxins with psychedelic compounds.
UKHSA issues first winter cold health alert as temperatures plummet
The UK Health Security Agency and Met Office have activated their first winter yellow cold-health alert as an Arctic airmass brings freezing temperatures.
Davide Iacopini leaves Rome hospital to begin rehabilitation after assault
Actor Davide Iacopini has been transferred from a Rome hospital to a rehabilitation facility following a minicar gang attack that required intensive medical care.
Pete Hegseth slams impeachment vote as House blocks resolution
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed congressional efforts to remove him as a political circus after the House blocked an impeachment resolution.
Francesco Bagnaia undergoes successful arm surgery, targets MotoGP return at Silverstone
Ducati rider Francesco Bagnaia has successfully undergone arm surgery for compartment syndrome during the MotoGP summer break, aiming for a return at Silverstone.
Supreme Court orders new appeal for Schmidheiny in Eternit asbestos case
Italy's Court of Cassation ordered a new appeal trial for former Swiss tycoon Stephan Schmidheiny in the Eternit bis asbestos case, leaving victims' families facing further legal delays.
Catania worker dies falling from roof under repair
A 44-year-old worker died after falling more than ten metres through a warehouse roof in Catania while carrying out repair work.
COP31 climate summit begins after disastrous year of extreme weather
World leaders and delegates have gathered in Antalya, Turkey, for the COP31 climate summit amid warnings that 2026 is on track to surpass 2024 as the hottest year on record.
Cumberland Island land swap proposal stirs controversy
A controversial National Park Service land swap on Cumberland Island would trade park acreage for private home sites, reigniting a debate over federal wilderness stewardship.
Met Office warns drivers of dense fog ahead of Monday morning
Drivers face severe travel disruption as a yellow fog warning covers large parts of England and Wales, bringing hazardous low visibility.
Thick fog clings on across UK with commuters warned to expect disruption
A yellow weather warning for fog has been issued across large parts of the UK, bringing severe travel disruptions and plummeting visibility.
Storm Goretti wreaks havoc causing mass power cuts and travel chaos
Storm Goretti has caused widespread disruption across the UK, bringing record-breaking 99mph winds, heavy snowfall, and temperatures plunging to -13.3C.
Best digital rain gauges reviewed for accuracy and reliability
Explore expert reviews of backyard digital rain gauges and Wi-Fi weather stations, balancing measurement accuracy against wireless connectivity challenges.
Hurricane Isaias Category 2 lands near Destin, Florida Panhandle
Hurricane Isaias has struck the Florida Panhandle as a Category 2 storm, bringing 105-mile-per-hour winds, up to 15 inches of rain, and storm surges.
Met Office warns El Niño could make 2027 hottest year, as warming accelerates
The Met Office warns that a developing Pacific El Niño could lift global temperatures to a new record in 2027. A new Potsdam Institute study shows that global warming has accelerated to 0.35°C per decade.
Massive cross-country storm impacts over 35 states
A sweeping weather system impacting over 35 states and 120 million people has triggered flash floods, tornadoes, and states of emergency from the Southwest to the Northeast.
Jesús de Miguel dies following on-field collision in Spanish match
Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel has passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest triggered by an on-field collision during a match against FC Andorra.