Weather

Pacific Northwest could get more rain in two days than the rest of February

Feb. 24, 2025

A pair of storms pummeling the Pacific Northwest are expected to dump more rain in two days than some areas have seen the entire month so far, threatening avalanches in mountain areas and flooding and power outages throughout the Washington-Oregon border region. The system also poses the risk of so-called “sting jets,” atmospheric phenomena in which intense winds develop beneath low-pressure systems with the chance for extensive wind damage.

Entertainment

Beyoncé shows off body-hugging Levi's jeans, latest collection in new ad

Feb. 24, 2025

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is showing just how perfect her Levii's jeans fit and introducing her latest collection in collaboration with the brand in an all-new ad. The megastar and the denim powerhouse both posted the new commercial on Instagram on Monday, promoting the second chapter of Beyoncé's and Levi's "Reimagine" campaign titled "Pool Hall." In the video, which is a nod to Levi's 1991 ad of the same name, Yoncé rocks a denim-on-denim look as she faces actor Timothy Olyphant in a high-stakes game of pool. Of course, the clip is set to Beyoncé's 2024 song featuring Post Malone, "Levii's Jeans" from her eight studio album "Cowboy Carter."

Weather

Kentucky flooding and cold weather death toll rises to 22; FEMA to tour damage

Feb. 24, 2025

The death toll from widespread flooding and extreme weather that battered Kentucky earlier this month has increased to 22, officials announced Monday. "This has been a painful, difficult disaster," Beshear said Monday. "There aren't many natural disasters where we lose 22 people. After the widespread flooding in 2022 and the tornadoes in 2021, this is one of the most deadly disasters certainly since I've been governor."

International News

Israel sends tanks into West Bank for first time in decades, says fleeing Palestinians can’t return

Feb. 24, 2025

Israeli tanks moved into the occupied West Bank on Sunday for the first time in decades in what Palestinian authorities called a “dangerous escalation,” after the defense minister said troops will remain in parts of the territory for a year and tens of thousands of Palestinians who have fled cannot return. Associated Press journalists saw several tanks move along unpaved tracks into Jenin, long a bastion of armed struggle against Israel.

Science & Tech

Days away from landing attempt, Blue Ghost spacecraft shares stunning close-ups of the moon

Feb. 24, 2025

The Blue Ghost lunar lander has been sharing dazzling visuals of our celestial neighbor since it successfully entered the moon’s orbit on February 13. The new footage features a close-up of the moon’s far side, an area that is not visible from Earth, taken after the lander transitioned from a high elliptical orbit to a lower elliptical orbit — about 120 kilometers (74.6 miles) above the surface — the Texas-based company Firefly Aerospace announced last week.

International News

Children of UK couple detained in Afghanistan appeal to Taliban for their release

Feb. 24, 2025

A British couple in their 70s who run education programs in Afghanistan have lost contact with their family after being detained by the Taliban early this month, their children say. The family urged the Taliban authorities to release Peter and Barbie Reynolds. Their four adult children said the couple have lived in Afghanistan for 18 years, remaining after the Taliban toppled the Western-backed government in 2021.

Science & Tech

This is what no one planned could happen after taking a DNA test

Feb. 24, 2025

I was one of the first to spit into a test tube, giving up my DNA forever to learn more about my health and heredity. You know, the ones that promise to connect you with distant relatives you didn’t even know existed or reveal genetic risks for conditions like Alzheimer’s or heart disease. These DNA tests aren’t just about satisfying curiosity; people buy them to uncover important health information, connect with loved ones or give thoughtful gifts. But here’s the thing – and I’m speaking from a data privacy perspective here – genetic information is highly valuable and a risk to unlocking deeply intimate information unique to only you. And while these commercial DNA tests seem harmless, they come with risks that most people don’t immediately think about. Once you hand over your DNA, you’re giving these companies access to your most personal data. And believe me, what happens to that data after the test can be anything but straightforward.

Science & Tech

Massive airship could shake up cargo transport

Feb. 24, 2025

French startup Flying Whales is on a mission to transform cargo transport with its ambitious Large Capacity Airship 60 Tonne (LCA60T) project. This colossal helium-filled airship, measuring 656 feet in length, aims to connect population centers with remote, inaccessible areas by moving important goods and materials without touching the ground.

International News

Zelenskyy says ready to quit if it brings peace, pushes back on US demand for Ukrainian minerals

Feb. 24, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he was “ready” to resign as leader if it meant it would bring to his country, suggesting he could swap it for NATO membership - while also pushing back against US demands for Ukraine’s critical minerals and other natural resources as part of negotiations to end the war. Asked at a press conference Sunday if he was ready to quit if it ensures peace for Ukraine, Zelensky said: “If [it guarantees] peace for Ukraine, if you really need me to resign, I am ready. I can exchange it for NATO.”

International News

After three years of war in Ukraine, Europe’s security guarantees face the abyss

Feb. 24, 2025

In a war dominated by the unexpected, few imagined Ukraine’s fourth year at war would so firmly question the security of all of Europe. The most basic tenets have crumbled in this war​. Russia’s military superpower status has weakened, and the Kremlin’s inner circle overcame an uprising. Drones have altered warfare permanently, and rendered warehouses of tanks near-useless.