Tanker truck crashes and spills fuel into a creek on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula

A tanker truck crashed into a creek on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula on Friday, spilling fuel into a tributary of a river where salmon runs were recently restored after a decades-long fight to remove its dams. A spokesperson for Gov. Bob Ferguson’s office said the petroleum spill in Indian Creek was the result of an accident … Read more

Lawyer says lawsuit is over between ex-NFL star Shannon Sharpe and woman who accused him of rape

LAS VEGAS — NFL Hall of Fame member Shannon Sharpe has resolved a lawsuit that accused him of sexually assaulting a woman during their relationship, her attorney said Friday. “All matters have now been addressed satisfactorily, and the matter is closed. The lawsuit will thus be dismissed with prejudice,” Tony Buzbee said on X, meaning … Read more

Thomson launches 2 mini QD LED TVs in India: Price, features, and more | Technology News

Thomson, a 130-year-old French electronics brand, has introduced two mini QD LED TVs in India, available in 65 and 75-inch sizes. These will be exclusively sold on Flipkart, priced at Rs 61,999 and Rs 95,999, respectively.  The metal-encased smart TVs feature a 4K Mini QD LED panel that promises stunning brightness levels – up to 1500 nits … Read more

‘Saiyaara’: Fans dance shirtless in theatres to songs from Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer; Film records epic Rs 20 crore opening |

Mohit Suri’s romantic drama ‘Saiyaara’, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, hit theatres on July 18 and has sparked a frenzy among fans and moviegoers alike. The film that hit a chord among Bollywood fans, for its impressive soundtrack, had some leaving their seats and heading to the front of the screens to dance … Read more

Trump administration seeks release of Epstein grand jury records but not Justice Department files

WASHINGTON — Under intense pressure from President Donald Trump’s own supporters, his administration on Friday asked a federal court to unseal secret documents related to Jeffrey Epstein’s case in an effort to put to rest for good a political crisis largely of its own making. But even if those records become public, it’s far from … Read more

Minnesota lawmaker convicted of felony burglary for breaking into estranged stepmother’s home

A Minnesota state senator was convicted of burglary Friday for breaking into her estranged stepmother’s home, and faced calls for her immediate resignation from a closely divided chamber where she holds a deciding vote. After about three hours of deliberations, the jury found Democratic state Sen. Nicole Mitchell, 51, guilty of first-degree burglary and possession … Read more

Android phones can detect earthquakes before they strike, say scientists

In 2020, Google introduced the Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) system for people with smartphones living in earthquake-prone regions. Compared to expensive earthquake early warning systems, scientists say Google’s feature is very accurate and cost-effective, as it does not require a dedicated seismic station. Available on Android devices in 98 countries, Google’s earthquake alert system has … Read more