Business and Finance
Why the U.S. beef supply is tight — and why relief may take years
The USDA reports the US cattle herd fell to 86.2 million in 2026, the lowest level since 1951, tightening beef industry supplies for years.
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Crime and Justice
Pocatello council examines Flock cameras after privacy concerns and public outcry
Pocatello officials are reviewing the city's Flock Safety license plate reader program after residents raised privacy and data sharing concerns.
Politics
What the Texas ruling means for suppressors and other firearms covered by the National Firearms Act
Texas gun owners and specified groups in 15 states no longer face federal registration for suppressors after a judge's ruling took effect.
Transportation
DFW Airport drops proposed Terminal D ablution stations after Abbott orders funding review
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport canceled its Terminal D ablution station project after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered a state funding review.
Technology
MouthPad lets users control computers with their tongues — but it is not yet widely available
Augmental has launched public U.S. sales of its MouthPad, a $1,400 tongue-controlled input device designed for people with movement impairments.
Food and Dining
Whole Foods recalls select salsa, guacamole and prepared foods over salmonella concerns
Whole Foods recalled select prepared foods on August 12. Washington DC stores are monitored amid salmonella concerns.
Health
What to know about the recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of imported raw beef
The USDA announced a recall of about 29,628 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina that did not undergo required U.S. import reinspection.
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Environment
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care
California bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of intensive care, according to the Ojai Raptor Center.
Religion
What Dinesh D’Souza’s new book claims about archaeology and the Bible
Author Dinesh D'Souza's upcoming Charisma House book argues that archaeological discoveries support the historical credibility of the Bible.
Environment
Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ojai Raptor Center reported California bald eagle Jackie's PCV fell to 13% recently, signaling worsening anemia during intensive care.
Weather
El Niño strengthens as Atlantic hurricane activity remains stalled
The National Hurricane Center forecasts no tropical development in the Atlantic for the next seven days as El Niño limits storm organization.
Crime and Justice
Cruz calls for jail time for Fauci after Senate hearing turns on Fifth Amendment
At a Senate hearing in Washington, DC, Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment, leading Senator Ted Cruz to demand perjury charges and jail time.
Health
United States
FDA says more than 1.5 million dozen eggs recalled over possible salmonella contamination
Midwest Poultry Services recalled over 1.5 million dozen eggs sold at Kroger and Brookshire's due to potential salmonella contamination.
Food and Dining
Burger King says new manager role and Whopper guarantee are meant to fix service problems. Here’s how they work
Burger King announced service changes from Florida, introducing a new manager role and a Whopper guarantee after its February 2026 sandwich update.
Environment
Bear on New Mexico utility pole dies before responders arrive, state wildlife agency says
A bear on a Gladstone, New Mexico utility pole died July 20 before responders arrived, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish said.
Health
Study suggests a special tomato-soy drink may calm inflammation — but it is not ordinary juice
An Ohio State study shows a special tomato-soy drink may lower inflammation markers in obese adults, though it is not ordinary store juice.
Health
What a brain tumor found on a preventive scan means for the growing full-body MRI trend
Following reports of a brain tumor found on a preventive scan, medical groups caution against routine full-body MRIs for healthy people.
Education
Education Department finalizes earnings rule that could cut federal aid for low-paying college programs
Students may lose federal loans and Pell Grants if their college programs fail a new federal earnings accountability test finalized by the US.
Weather
What Tropical Storm Bertha could mean for Texas: rain, rough surf and an uncertain track
Texas residents should monitor Tropical Storm Bertha as the system could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough surf to the coast late this…