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See May's full 'Flower Moon' bloom in gorgeous photos from around the world

The Flower Moon will be followed by a rare full Blue Moon on May 31.

Space · May 2

April full moon 2026 dazzles as 'Pink Moon' lights up skies worldwide (photos)

"we have a beautiful moon rise, we're headed right at it."

Space · Apr 2

Award-winning AP photographer Bob Daugherty captured history with speed and persistence

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The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2025

Israel and Palestine: a complete guide to the crisis

A compendium of answers about the roots of the conflict, what is happening now and some of the parties involved

The Guardian - UK · Nov 3, 2023

Heat Dome Expands Eastward As Mid-Atlantic Braces For Scorching Temperatures

Washington, D.C., and Baltimore set to experience the hottest weather in years as heat emergency warnings are issued.

Zenger · Jul 25, 2023

Eighty people died in Waco after an FBI standoff gone wrong. Here’s how it became a rallying cry for the far-right

Thirty years ago, a 51-day confrontation between law enforcement and David Koresh’s Branch Davidians ended in a catastrophic fire. Clémence Michallon reports

The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023

30 years after the siege, 'Waco' examines what led to the catastrophe

Writer Jeff Guinn draws on new interviews with federal agents and surviving Branch Davidians in his account of the confrontation, which left scores of people dead, including more than 20 children.

WEKU · Jan 25, 2023

Tuesday briefing: What you need to know ahead of US midterms

In today’s newsletter: As Americans vote for senators, representatives and local officials, our Washington DC bureau chief explains why this contest is so important and how the balance of power might shift

The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2022

Leonard Ignelzi, renowned AP photographer, dies at 74

Leonard Ignelzi, who produced breathtaking images of Hall of Fame careers, wildfires and major news events over 37 years as an Associated Press photographer in San Diego, has died

The Independent UK · May 3, 2022