Florida agency: Flying squirrels illegally shipped to Asia
A Florida wildlife protection agency says it has broken up a trafficking ring that illegally trapped squirrels and shipped them to Asia.
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Rudolph and his nose-so-bright into auction will take flight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rudolph and his still-shiny nose are getting a new home, and it’s bound to be a lot nicer than the Island of Misfit Toys. The soaring reindeer and Santa Claus figures who starred in in the…
Fisher Price opens virtual toy museum
Fisher Price celebrates its 90-year legacy with a special surprise. The toy manufacturer is opening a digital experience that allows visitors to see classic products over the past nine-decades. Those include iconic items like "Little People" figures, "Doctor Doodle", and…
Melania Trump says Barron no longer has COVID-19
First lady Melania Trump says Barron Trump tested positive at one point for the coronavirus but has subsequently tested negative.
NASA moon-landing tech hitches ride to space on Bezos rocket
Jeff Bezos’ space company has launched a rocket with NASA’s newest moon-landing tech on board.
FBI: Groups also discussed kidnapping Virginia governor
An FBI agent testified during a court hearing in Michigan that members of anti-government paramilitary groups discussed kidnapping Virginia’s governor during a June meeting in Ohio.
Apple unveils new iPhones for faster 5G wireless networks
Apple unveiled four new iPhones equipped with technology for use with faster new 5G wireless networks.
Supreme Court halts census in latest twist of 2020 count
It increased the chances of the Trump administration retaining control of the process that decides how many congressional seats each state gets — and by extension how much voting power each state has.
Apple unveils new 5g iPhones
Apple has finally unveiled its 5G smartphone lineup. In a virtual event on Tuesday, the company released four new iPhones: the iPhone 12, the iPhone 12 pro, the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a new, smaller, iPhone 12 Mini. The…
Uptick for retiree checks in 2021 amid coronavirus worries
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR and ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Social Security recipients will get a modest 1.3% cost-of living-increase in 2021, but that might be small comfort amid worries about the coronavirus and its consequences for older people.…
Giant pumpkins smash Utah state record at weigh-off in Lehi
LEHI, Utah (AP) — The Utah Giant Pumpkin Growers group has recorded eight pumpkins from the state this year that weighed more than 1,000 pounds (455 kilograms), setting a state record. The first-place pumpkin at the 16th annual event last…
The Latest: 2nd presidential debate is officially canceled
WASHINGTON (AP) - The second presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden is officially off. The nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates confirmed Friday that the Oct. 15 faceoff would be scrapped. The decision was made a day…
Tesla Roadster has close approach with Mars
The Tesla Roadster made its first close approach to Mars this week. The Roadster is an electric sports car with a mannequin in the driver's seat. Wednesday SpaceX tweeted that the vehicle came within five million miles of the red…
National Zoo panda cub gender reveal
About two weeks ago, the National Zoo giant showed off its giant panda cub getting its first check up from a vet. That's when a DNA swab was taken to determine the panda cub's sex. Scientists have gotten back the…
Apple expected to reveal new iPhone Oct 13
Apple fans have been waiting for a date. Now they have one: the tech giant is expected to reveal the next new iPhone on October 13th. Apple has sent out invitations for an event on that date. The top of…
Trump vows not to participate in virtual debate with Biden
By ZEKE MILLER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he won't participate in next week’s debate with Democratic nominee Joe Biden if it's virtual. Debate organizers announced Thursday that the debate would be virtual because of Trump's…
Pence and Harris face off in Vice Presidential Debate tonight
Vice President Mike Pence and U.S. Senator Kamala Harris are getting ready to take the debate stage tonight. Pence is the VP candidate on the Republican ticket and Harris is the VP candidate on the Democratic ticket. The spotlight on…
Guitar rock legend Eddie Van Halen dies of cancer at 65
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) - Eddie Van Halen, the guitar virtuoso whose blinding speed, control and innovation propelled his band Van Halen into one of hard rock’s biggest groups, fueled the unmistakable grinding solo in…
President Trump says leaving hospital for White House, feels great
By ZEKE MILLER, JILL COLVIN and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press BETHESDA, Md. (AP) - President Donald Trump says he will leave the military hospital and return to the White House Monday evening. Trump tweeted that he would be leaving after…
President Trump has COVID-19, going to military hospital
WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House says President Donald Trump will spend a “few days” at a military hospital after contracting COVID-19. Trump was to depart the White House by helicopter late Friday for Walter Reed National Military Medical Center,…
Hubble Telescope captures spiral galaxy
According to astronomers, spirals are definitely in this season. The Hubble Space Telescope captured this amazing photo of a spiral galaxy about 60-million light-years away from earth! The photo is so stunningly clear that astronomers with the telescope made it…
Oh my gourd! Pumpkin growers compete in weigh-off
It's a jack-o-lantern carver's dream. The winning gourd from this giant pumpkin weigh-off in Wisconsin boasts more than two-thousand pounds. This is the second year for the event in Altoona. It also features a competition for prettiest pumpkin and weigh-offs…
It's a girl! Zoo welcomes baby giraffe
Staff at a zoo in Colorado is welcoming their newest addition. Monday Bailey the giraffe gave birth to her first calf at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Officials say Bailey and the female calf are doing well. They have not measured…
2020 U.S. Census deadline is October 5th
The U.S. Census Bureau is urging people in Mississippi to respond now to ensure their communities don’t lose out on federal funding for critical public services for the next ten years. With a national total response rate, Census assisted response…
