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Lebanon sees deadliest attacks in months as Israeli strikes kill 11

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August 16, 2026

Eleven people were killed in two Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon Saturday, marking some of the deadliest attacks on the country in months.

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Lala is now a hurricane as it nears Hawaii’s Big Island

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August 16, 2026

Hurricane Lala strengthened as it approached Hawaii’s Big Island, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and the threat of flooding and mudslides.

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South Carolina chosen as first state on Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar

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August 16, 2026

The DNC’s new primary calendar signals a shift from previous years, when less diverse states were the ones to begin the primary process.

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Earthquakes raise fears, but prediction remains elusive

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August 15, 2026

Can scientists predict where and when the next major earthquake will hit? Experts say no — but one says they won’t stop trying.

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Everyone is glued to their phones. These apps and gadgets may help you disconnect

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August 15, 2026

Digital detoxes help people regulate phone usage. A psychologist told Straight Arrow it could help those with phone addictions.

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5 people injured during shooting at Virginia State University involving multiple suspects

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August 15, 2026

Five people were wounded in a shooting at Virginia State University days before classes are set to begin, prompting a lockdown.

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Pennsylvania’s SNAP costs expected to increase by $190M due to cost-share changes

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August 15, 2026

States are racing to cut food stamp error rates as penalties in the One Big Beautiful Bill could depend on current fiscal year numbers.

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Suppressors sold unregistered for the first time since FDR, but not for everyone

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August 15, 2026

A Texas ruling limits National Firearms Act registration for suppressors and short-barreled firearms, but background checks may still apply.

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Lettuce eat again — but check your fridge first

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August 15, 2026

Good news: You can eat lettuce again! Just steer clear of the recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the cyclospora outbreak.