August 31 Pilots test first-of-its-kind cockpit alert system that detects possible collisions on runways Honeywell Aerospace engineers developed a "surface alert system" that gives pilots two aural warnings when they are 15 and 30 seconds away from a collision on the runway.
August 31 Archaeologists find 1,600-year-old churches and mural of Jesus in Egyptian desert settlement Archaeologists recently discovered two churches at Kharga Oasis in Egypt's Western Desert, providing rare evidence of Christianity's rise during the Coptic period.
August 31 American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on fruity fallbacks and tech titans The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of fruity fallbacks and tech titans.
August 30 Alaska jogger dragged 100 yards by bear in terrifying predawn attack near driveway Alaska authorities are searching for a brown bear that attacked a mother of three near her driveway, dragging her 100 yards before a neighbor found her.
August 30 Florida beaches claim 9 of top 10 spots for most shark attacks in America, new study shows A new report revealed that Florida occupies 9 out of the 10 top beaches for the number of shark attacks that have happened between 1642 and 2024.
August 29 CDC warns of 'enhanced' virus risk for travelers amid outbreak spread by mosquitoes CDC warns travelers to China about enhanced chikungunya risk in Guangdong Province, recommending vaccines, insect repellent and protective clothing.
August 29 Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping A 43-year-old New Mexico man contracted the plague while camping in Rio Arriba County and has recovered after hospitalization, state health officials report.
August 29 Giant medieval castle hits market with secret price tag and restoration ahead The Castle of Landriano, dating to 1037, offers Renaissance courtyards, medieval towers and frescoed halls just 15 miles from Milan. It has just gone on the market.
August 29 'Web of dark money' tied to Obama, Dems fuels green opposition to crucial Trump energy plan An American energy leader is warning that several progressive "green" groups opposing President Donald Trump’s nuclear energy plans are linked to a "web of dark money" groups.
August 28 Contaminated oysters spread fatal flesh-eating bacteria in two states Two people died after eating Louisiana oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, bringing the total deaths to six in Louisiana and five in Florida.