The US Sun

THE US has vowed to strike back after five soldiers were injured in a rocket attack on a base in Iraq. The rocket strike on al-Asad airbase comes as red-hot tensions in the Middle East continue to ramp up with Iran expected to unleash revenge on Israel. The US fears an Iranian attack is imminent […]

US vows to strike back after at least 5 soldiers injured in rocket attack on base in Iraq as Middle East tensions rage

Military Times

Five of those injured Monday are being treated at the al-Asad air base and two were evacuated, but all seven individuals are in stable condition.

5 US troops, 2 contractors injured in rocket attack at Iraq base

Mediaite

The New York Times reported on Wednesday that the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ordered a direct strike on Israel following the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The Times reported, according to three sources, “Mr. Khamenei gave the order at an emergency meeting of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council on Wednesday […]
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Iranian Leader Orders Direct Strike On Israel Following Hamas Chief’s Killing, Per Report

The Hill

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) called on President Biden to release weapons to Israel after a suspected rocket attack injured several U.S. service members on the Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq. “After repeated attacks on American troops in the region, and while Israel is under threat from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, the...

Johnson calls on Biden to release weapons to Israel following rocket attack on US base

U.S. officials confirmed that several U.S. personnel were injured in a rocket attack at Al Asad Airbase in Iraq on Monday. The attack comes as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East following the assassination of the top Hamas terrorist leader and the elimination of a top Hezbollah leader.

Airbase attacked in Iraq, 5 Americans wounded: Report

The “MisinfoNation” series returns with a new chapter in Donie O’Sullivan’s investigation into the pervasive surge of misinformation targeting American elections. Tune into “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper” on Sunday, August 11 at 8pm ET/PT.

Listen to what Trump supporter says will happen if he loses in November

The remains of a teacher and four soldiers were found in an operation in Khan Younis on Wednesday.

Israeli military recovers five hostages' bodies in Gaza

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A man who served for over ten years with Gov. Tim Walz in the Minnesota Army National Guard, tells CNN’s Brianna Keilar that he doesn’t think Kamala Harris’ vice presidential pick has been characterized fairly.

‘They’re lying’: Man who served with Walz responds to claims about his military record

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Tropical storm Debby has caused flooding throughout the southeast, leading some South Carolina residents to find alligators swimming in their backyards.

Watch: Tropical storm Debby has alligators swimming in people’s backyards

Palestinian authorities in Khan Younis, Gaza, carried out a mass burial of 89 bodies returned to the territory by the Israeli military. Residents desperate for information about missing loved ones gathered at Khan Younis’ Turkish cemetery, hoping to identify the remains of their relatives. Palestinian officials said that the Israelis did not provide any identities for the corpses, and there is no information about when or how the individuals died. The Israeli military has not commented on the transfer of bodies and did not respond to CNN’s request for comment.

Shocking video shows 89 bodies returned to Gaza by Israel

New body cam video from Trump shooting raises questions

Former President Donald Trump said in an interview that he chose JD Vance to be his running mate in part because they have “an automatic chemistry” despite Vance being an outspoken Trump critic in the past. Vance was a key voice in the “Never Trump” movement during the 2016 presidential election. CNN’s Daniel Strauss reports.

Hear what Trump says about Vance’s previous criticism of him

A video that surfaced online appears to show a convoy of burnt-out Russian military trucks in the country’s southwestern Kursk region, the latest sign that Ukraine’s cross-border assault is probing more deeply into Russian territory and inflicting significant damage on Moscow’s troops.

Video shows bodies on burnt-out Russian trucks in Kursk region as Ukrainian cross-border assaults rage

New York City, NY

Gone is the bullhorn. Instead, New York City emergency management officials have turned high-tech, using drones to warn residents about potential threatening weather.

New Yorkers are warned from the skies about impending danger from storms as city deploys drones

Dog pools are a great way for your pups to cool off in the summer, so we asked veterinarians and trainers what you need to know before you buy one.

Best dog pools 2024, according to vets and trainers

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Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Move over Jeff Ross, former Trump official Tricia McLaughlin argues the VP debate should include time for candidates to simply roast each other.

Right-wing Defection, Growing Pressure on Harris, and New VP Debate Structure?

UPI News

Several U.S. personnel have been injured in a suspected rocket attack on U.S. and coalition forces at Al Asad Air Base in Iraq, a Defense Department spokesperson reported Monday, according to media outlets.

Defense Department: U.S. personnel injured in rocket attack on Iraqi base

CNN’s Alayna Treene fact-checks JD Vance’s claims about Tim Walz’s military service.

Fact-checking Vance’s claims on Walz’s military service

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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US updates injured count in Al Asad attack to 5, down from 7

Five US personnel were injured in an attack this week on Al Asad Airbase in Iraq, deputy Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh said Thursday, a smaller number than...

US updates injured count in Al Asad attack to 5, down from 7

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