San Francisco has a sewage problem. Climate change is making it worse
San Francisco is one of several major cities with a sewage system which can get overwhelmed during storms. A case concerning the city’s water quality violations is headed to the Supreme Court.
The Olympics open with a titanic showdown in the pool: The women’s 400m freestyle
The women’s 400-meter freestyle will feature the three swimmers who have collectively held a lock on the world record for 10 years and counting: Katie Ledecky, Ariarne Titmus and Summer McIntosh.
California’s largest wildfire explodes in size as fires rage across U.S. West
California’s largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger.
Justice Dept. claims TikTok collected views on issues like abortion and gun control
The US Justice Department late Friday accused TikTok of harnessing the capability to gather bulk information on users based on views on divisive social issues like gun control, abortion and religion.
Southwest Airlines says ‘assigned and premium seating’ will replace open seating plan
Southwest President and CEO Bob Jordan says research shows passengers “overwhelmingly prefer” an assigned-seat system. He also pledged to improve the airline’s financial performance.
Harris looks to strike a careful balance on Israel’s war in Gaza
The vice president can’t afford to repel supporters of Israel, a key Democratic constituency, as she works to win back some voters alienated by President Biden’s policy on the war.
Cardboard beds have returned to the Olympics. What do they do?
Cardboard beds are one of the Olympics’ latest green innovations. But not all the athletes are fans.
U.S. women’s soccer coach says the team has ‘moved past’ losses, is ready for Paris
The U.S. has a new coach, a reimagined roster and a chance to bounce back after dismal performances at recent major tournaments. The women’s team has won four Olympic gold medals, but none since 2012.
Will Harris sway PA voters? A Pittsburgh area Democrat and Republican each have a say
Pennsylvania is a swing state, site of the attempt on ex-President Trump’s life, and home of a potential Democratic VP pick. We talk with activists in Pennsylvania about how it’s all playing there.
FAA and union agree to give air traffic control workers more rest between shifts
The agreement, which will give controllers 10 hours off between shifts and 12 hours off before and after a midnight shift, comes after close calls between planes that were following orders from controllers.
If packing is stressing you out, maybe you need a spread sheet
Do you use a spreadsheet to pack for travel? Maybe you should.
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