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Global Health & Biotech 18 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Army Training Proves Its Value as Soldier Responds to Violent Crash Scene Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord

A routine commute to Joint Base Lewis-McChord turned into an unexpected test of readiness for Army Sgt. 1st Class Jeff Hytower, who came upon the aftermath of a serious vehicle crash involving a woman and two children. The incident underscores a central military truth: rigorous training is designed not only for combat, but for decisive action in sudden, life-threatening emergencies. Hytower’s response highlights how discipline, situational awareness and first-aid instincts can translate into civilian lifesaving intervention long before formal responders arrive.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth08 Oct 2026, 08:40 AM IST

Webull Shares Sink 18% as China Ties Draw Fresh Scrutiny

Webull shares fell more than 18% after a report raised new questions about the trading platform’s structural links to China and the extent of its reliance on infrastructure potentially subject to Chinese law. The selloff underscores mounting investor concern that regulatory scrutiny in Washington could deepen and weigh on the company’s outlook.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition08 Oct 2026, 05:27 AM IST

Pure Sulfur on Mars Could Unlock a New Path to Building Habitats

Scientists have identified pure sulfur on Mars, a finding that could materially change how future crews build infrastructure on the planet. The discovery raises the prospect of using locally sourced sulfur to make a concrete-like material, reducing the need to transport heavy construction supplies from Earth.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace05 Oct 2026, 05:34 PM IST

Last A-10 Thunderbolt II Departs Nellis as the Warthog Era Fades

The final A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to Nellis Air Force Base has made its last departure, closing a notable chapter in the Air Force’s long relationship with the rugged attack aircraft. The move underscores the service’s accelerating shift toward newer force structures even as the Warthog’s battlefield reputation remains deeply embedded in military aviation culture.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition04 Oct 2026, 03:05 AM IST

At Seattle’s Pacific Science Center, the Dinosaurs Are a Test of Climate-Smart Reinvention

The Pacific Science Center’s dinosaur exhibit has become more than a crowd-pleasing attraction: it is now a window into how cultural institutions are adapting to the clean-energy and climate-transition era. As museums confront rising operating costs, decarbonization pressures, and changing public expectations, even a prehistoric display can reveal the economics of modernization. The question is not only what happened to the dinosaurs, but what their fate says about the future of science education in a warming world.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (12:24 PM IST)

India’s US LNG Imports Hit Record 155.25 Bcf in H1 2026 as Washington Becomes Top Supplier

India imported a record 155.25 billion cubic feet of liquefied natural gas from the United States in the first half of 2026, underscoring a sharp deepening of energy trade ties between the two countries. Washington also emerged as India’s largest LNG supplier during May-July 2026, reflecting both price competitiveness and India’s push to diversify gas sourcing.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (07:53 PM IST)

El Niño Threatens Washington’s Coastal Towns With Flooding, Erosion and Fisheries Stress

A developing El Niño pattern could bring a costly mix of higher tides, stronger coastal impacts and ecological strain to Washington’s shoreline communities, according to regional reporting and climate experts. The risk extends beyond beach erosion to salmon, steelhead and the broader marine economy that depends on stable ocean conditions.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (01:00 PM IST)

Puget Sound Energy Seeks $1.5 Billion Rate Increase, Setting Up Cost Shock for Washington Households

Puget Sound Energy has asked regulators for a three-year rate increase that could total about $1.5 billion, a proposal that consumer advocates say would materially raise monthly utility bills across its Washington service territory. The request comes as households face persistent inflation pressure and renewed scrutiny of utility affordability, with public hearings expected to draw strong opposition from customers and advocacy groups.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (08:11 AM IST)

Starbucks Closes Three Seattle Stores, Including 8-Month-Old Ballard Cafe, as Restructuring Deepens

Starbucks is closing three Seattle locations, including a Ballard store that opened only eight months ago, underscoring the company’s broader effort to trim underperforming cafes and reset its U.S. footprint. The move comes amid a wider wave of closures across multiple states, signaling that the coffee chain is prioritizing operational efficiency over rapid store expansion.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (06:05 AM IST)

Amtrak Cascades Nears Fleet Overhaul as New Trains Prepare to Enter Service

Amtrak Cascades is on the cusp of a long-delayed fleet renewal, with new trains set to begin rolling out across the Pacific Northwest after years of anticipation. The upgrade is expected to improve reliability, passenger comfort, and operational consistency on a corridor that has long lagged behind demand and modernization goals.

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