Majority of Minnesota students fail to meet standards in math and reading
Fewer than half of Minnesota students are proficient in math and reading. That’s according to new data from Minnesota’s comprehensive assessments released Wednesday. In reading, 48.6 percent of Minnesota students met state proficiency…
The friendly giant backpack declared winner of Fat Bear Week in Alaska
After a week of fierce competition, Backpack emerged victorious as Fat Bear Week Champion, the strongest bear in Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve. The nonprofit organization that runs the long-running contest announced Tuesday that the…
Russia warns NATO of possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off | NATO News
Moscow says NATO is preparing an air and naval blockade in the Baltic Sea. Published on September 30, 2026September 30, 2026 Russia has warned NATO that it is ready to use its entire arsenal, including its nuclear weapons, if the Western alliance tries…
Tennessee Governor Suspends Executions After Christa Gail Pike Survives Lethal Injection: NPR
Emergency vehicles arrive at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution after the halted execution of Christa Pike on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. George Walker IV/AP hide caption toggle caption George Walker IV/AP NASHVILLE,…
Texas man arrested after allegedly planning attack on state Capitol: officials
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Texas man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly planning to attack the Texas State Capitol, officials said. Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested early Wednesday morning at his home in Converse, Texas. He was…
Breaking: Steelers trade CB Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys
Pittsburgh Steelers trade CB Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas Cowboys, according to Tom Pelissero of The Ringer. According to Ari Meriov, the trade terms include Pittsburgh getting back a 2nd round pick. Not all details are known and will be updated in this…
Former diplomats assess the US withdrawal from Iraq and the future of the region
Geoff Bennett: U.S. forces officially withdrew from Iraq today, marking the end of a long and turbulent military presence. The withdrawal sparked celebrations in the capital, but also concerns about what might happen next. Thousands of people gathered in…
Why is Hegseth eliminating 20 percent of general and admiral positions in the United States? | Military news
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to cut the number of Army positions reserved for generals and admirals by 20 percent, sparking concerns about political interference in the military’s leadership amid strained relations with senior…
Yankees bullpen catcher headbutts Ben Rice’s grand slam on the fly in hilarious moment against Red Sox
New York Yankees designated hitter Ben Rice sent Yankee Stadium into an absolute frenzy Tuesday night when he hit a grand slam over the wall to give his club a 9-0 lead in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox. The lost moment was…
Musk returns to Trump world for Pentagon war study
Driving the news: Hegseth unveiled Meridian during his second speech at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. “We leverage a unique source of American advantage that our adversaries do not have: our innovators, our senior leaders and our technologists –…