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Iran war could unleash a marine 'super-spreader event'

Iran war could unleash a marine 'super-spreader event'

  • Christopher Cann USA Today

Scientists warn that the idling vessels near the Strait of Hormuz could unleash an invasive marine "super-spreader event" when trade resumes.

Trump says US-Iran talks continue, warns Tehran faces 'last chance'

Trump says US-Iran talks continue, warns Tehran faces 'last chance'

  • FMM - F24 Video Clips

The US president insisted negotiations were underway despite Tehran's denials, saying Iran had a final opportunity to reach an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear programme before facing what he called 'decapitation.'

Poll: Most say Trump isn't paying attention to their problems

Poll: Most say Trump isn't paying attention to their problems

  • Fernando Cervantes Jr. USA Today

Ahead of November’s midterms, the poll found 71% of Americans said he has not gone far enough in trying to lower the price of everyday goods.

Americans' opinions about Supreme Court hit record low, Gallup poll shows

Americans' opinions about Supreme Court hit record low, Gallup poll shows

  • Emily R. Condon USA Today

Just one in three Americans approve of how Supreme Court justices are doing their job, according to a new Gallup poll that shows Republicans are particularly dissatisfied with the court.

Donald Trump trying to 'change the narrative away from the Iran war' ahead of midterms

Donald Trump trying to 'change the narrative away from the Iran war' ahead of midterms

  • FMM - F24 Video Clips

US President Donald Trump held a cabinet meeting at the Camp David retreat where he addressed a wide range of subjects, from Iran to the midterm elections. He also blamed the Spanish government for the mass migrant arrivals in Spain's Ceuta enclave, calling it an invasion. FRANCE 24's Fraser…

Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

  • REUTERS

Anthropic said a misconfiguration allowed Claude models to reach the internet from testing environments that were supposed to be isolated.

Cyber defense agency says hackers targeting US water systems

Cyber defense agency says hackers targeting US water systems

  • AJ Vicens Reuters

The FBI said water and wastewater utility companies in at least seven states reported incidents, and some of that activity "degraded water operations."

Trump administration map of Africa mislabels every country

Trump administration map of Africa mislabels every country

    A Reuters analysis found the image of the map included in the presentation contained an artificial intelligence watermark that signals it was made with OpenAI tools. The company did not respond to a request for comment.

    U.S.-Iran war widens as Egypt targeted for the first time

    U.S.-Iran war widens as Egypt targeted for the first time

      Erin Burnett reports on suspected Iranian drone striking an Egyptian port, setting two ships on fire; no one has claimed responsibility for the attack yet.

      After US strikes, Civilian toll rises as Iran warns allies and holds firm on Strait of Hormuz

      After US strikes, Civilian toll rises as Iran warns allies and holds firm on Strait of Hormuz

        US strikes southern Iran kill civilians and IRGC members; Tehran hits Kuwait, Jordan and rejects Oman plan to reopen Hormuz.

        EXCLUSIVE: Trump Warns Supreme Court E. Jean Carroll's $83.3M Defamation Judgment Threatens Future Presidents

        EXCLUSIVE: Trump Warns Supreme Court E. Jean Carroll's $83.3M Defamation Judgment Threatens Future Presidents

          Donald Trump petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in his dispute with E. Jean Carroll, citing risks to presidential liability. His filing argues the Supreme Court should recognize presidential immunity for statements he says were official acts under Trump v. United States. The peti…

          4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

          4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

            The pages give insights into Fauci’s thoughts on everything from COVID-19’s origins and the ensuing public health responses to his contentious relationship with Trump and Fauci’s own celebrity.

            Cyclospora boosts fears that worse foodborne outbreaks are ahead

            Cyclospora boosts fears that worse foodborne outbreaks are ahead

              Food safety leaders across the U.S. are raising alarms about federal cuts they say have made it harder to detect and stop the spread of foodborne illnesses.

              Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

              Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.

                Local News

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 5

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 5

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 4

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 4

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 2

                Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for August 2

                Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

                State & Regional

                Review of deadly ODU shooting: University’s threat assessment was effective

                Review of deadly ODU shooting: University’s threat assessment was effective

                An independent review found Old Dominion had effective safety measures in place before the deadly March shooting.

                Ex-pastor at Botetourt church led 'double life' sexually exploiting young girls

                Ex-pastor at Botetourt church led 'double life' sexually exploiting young girls

                Jacob Ryan Barnett was sentenced Monday to 20 years in prison.

                Son of Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy arrested for shooting mother in Virginia home

                Son of Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy arrested for shooting mother in Virginia home

                The son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has been arrested following a shooting at Bieniemy's home in Virginia, authorities told USA TODAY Sports.

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Before data centers became a central topic of Virginia's budget debate, the Richmond Times-Dispatch last year took a deep dive into the topic, resulting in a three-day series on data centers and the key issues they pose. Read it all below.

                Nation & World

                Senate confirms Trump pick for CDC director

                Senate confirms Trump pick for CDC director

                Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. last year fired Susan Monarez over a clash on vaccines.

                Progressive El-Sayed wins Michigan primary

                Progressive El-Sayed wins Michigan primary

                The Democratic Party's progressive wing scored a high-profile victory when Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's U.S. Senate primary, according to media projections Wednesday, giving its antiestablishment message a boost ahead of November's midterm elections.

                Michigan primary cliffhanger tests direction of US Democrats

                Michigan primary cliffhanger tests direction of US Democrats

                The Michigan primary is seen as a key test for the Democratic Party, and its outcome could shape Democratic strategy ahead of the 2028 presidential race.

                Reflecting Pool prosecutor said government wasn't 'forthcoming'

                Reflecting Pool prosecutor said government wasn't 'forthcoming'

                A DOJ prosecutor said his office wouldn’t have indicted a former Olympian for vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool if the Department of the Interior had shared all information upfront.

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                36 Million Small Businesses Are Quietly Fighting the Same Battle

                36 Million Small Businesses Are Quietly Fighting the Same Battle

                Provided content. New Federal Reserve data shows rising costs and tariffs are the top financial challenge for U.S. small businesses, with most importers passing some to customers.

                 

                Contributor
                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                13 Birthday Gifts for the Cozy, Sentimental Cancer Zodiac Sign in Your Life

                Contributor content. Find the perfect birthday gift for the cancer zodiac sign in your life. 

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                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Cryptocurrency Adoption in Business: Advantages and Challenges

                Provided content. In this article we examine the types of businesses adopting cryptocurrencies, along with the advantages and disadvantages they face.

                Crime

                Former Henrico nurse who abused babies sentenced to 3 years

                Former Henrico nurse who abused babies sentenced to 3 years

                In January, Erin Strotman pleaded no contest to nine counts of child abuse in Henrico County Circuit Court as part of an agreement with prosecutors.

                Man who was shot by Spotsylvania cops in 2024 dies in regional jail

                Man who was shot by Spotsylvania cops in 2024 dies in regional jail

                Lawrence Toler’s family says the 39-year-old died in custody after months of medical issues tied to a 2024 police shooting.

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Kipps Elementary Principal Mark Crummey was among 17 men arrested at a Christiansburg hotel last week. 

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                A $10 million lawsuit accuses a former Roanoke police officer of shooting and seriously wounding an intellectually disabled man who was unarmed during a 2024 encounter.

                Politics

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

                Before data centers became a central topic of Virginia's budget debate, the Richmond Times-Dispatch last year took a deep dive into the topic, resulting in a three-day series on data centers and the key issues they pose. Read it all below.

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.

                Warner: No Democratic 'retribution campaign' if party wins midterms

                Warner: No Democratic 'retribution campaign' if party wins midterms

                Virginia's Mark Warner, running for his fourth term in the Senate, says it would be unwise of Democrats to try to impeach the president for a third time. 

                Sen. Stuart talks about budget negotiations

                Sen. Stuart talks about budget negotiations

                Sen. Richard Stuart discusses the budget bill, House Bill 30, on the floor of the Senate on Monday, June 22, 2026.

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