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- 1Falling space junk risks rising, experts warnโ"For now, people are more likely to be struck by lightning than by falling space junk. But those odds are shifting. Sean
Former NASA administrator Sean O'Keefe and other experts say the odds of someone being hurt by falling space debris are growing as more objects reenter the atmosphere. While a person is still more likely to be struck by lightning, they argue governments and companies should be compelled to use satellite materials that fully burn up on reentry.
- 2Madrid protest over housing crisis with keys and saucepansโA huge protest is being carried out in Madrid, with people waving keys and banging on saucepans to signal their dismay o
Large crowds marched in Madrid waving keys and banging saucepans to protest Spain's worsening housing crisis. The demonstrations follow the eviction of an 87-year-old woman from her lifelong home last week, a case that has fuelled outrage nationwide. Protests have spread across the country, with demonstrators demanding action on rising rents and lack of affordable housing, and criticising how vulnerable tenants are treated.
- 3Lightning McQueen vs Giant Construction Shredder Truck in BeamNG.DriveโผEpic Escape vs Superheroes: McQueen vs Giant CONSTRUCTION SHREDDER MONSTER TRUCK in BeamNG.Drive
A BeamNG.Drive animation pits Lightning McQueen and superhero characters against a giant construction shredder monster truck in a chase-and-escape scenario. The clip is drawing heavy traffic in the gaming category, reflecting the ongoing popularity of car-crash simulations featuring cartoon and superhero crossovers.
- 416 hospitalized after lightning strike at Ohio correctional facilityโ16 hospitalized after lighting strike at Ohio correctional facility
Sixteen people were taken to hospital after lightning struck a correctional facility in Ohio. Authorities said those hospitalized were being evaluated following the strike at the prison complex. Details on their conditions and how the lightning strike occurred have not yet been fully released.
- 520-year-old known as 'Big Balls' reportedly running US government network operationsโBig Balls 20yo running the ops for USA's new government network infrastructure
Edward Coristine, the 20-year-old entrepreneur nicknamed 'Big Balls' who became a public figure through his role in Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, is reportedly involved in running operations for the US government's new network infrastructure. His youth, limited experience, and access to sensitive federal systems have drawn sharp criticism, and reporting suggests he now faces potential criminal exposure in at least six states.
- 6Lightning strike sparks house fire, displaces Apopka familyโผLightning strike leaves Apopka family without a home after house fire
An Apopka, Florida family was left without a home after lightning struck their house, sparking a fire. Local news reports confirm the strike caused the blaze and the family is now displaced. The incident has drawn attention as severe summer thunderstorms move through Central Florida, raising concerns about lightning-related house fires in the area.
- 7Lightning strike damages west-side home in stormโผLightning strike damages west-side home during heavy rain
A west-side home was damaged after being struck by lightning during a heavy rainstorm. Reports indicate the strike caused damage to the residence, though the extent of the damage and whether anyone was injured has not been detailed. Local residents are being reminded of the dangers severe thunderstorms pose to homes during periods of intense lightning activity.
- 8The Cybertruck Rorschach TestโThe Cybertruck Rorschach Test https://www.nytimes.com/video/opinion/100000011186681/the-cybertruck-rorschach-test.html #
Tesla's angular Cybertruck is the subject of a new NYT Opinion video essay, framing the divisive electric pickup as a kind of Rorschach test: what people see in its brutalist design reflects their own views on technology, status and the future. The truck has drawn strong reactions since launch, with critics mocking its styling and fans praising its boldness.
- 9MLB The Show 26 rolls out new diamonds and postseason programsโผTwo New Diamonds, September Spotlight Lightning, 2026 Postseason Programs & more make for a wild weekend in MLB The Show 26
MLB The Show 26 launched a packed weekend update featuring two new Diamond players, a September Spotlight Lightning event, and 2026 Postseason Programs, among other content. The release gives players fresh collection targets and event rewards as the baseball video game season continues, with fans checking out the new cards and programs.
- 10Unpatched Eclair Lightning nodes may crash repeatedly on restartโUnpatched Eclair Lightning nodes may crash repeatedly on restart A flaw in Eclair allows unfunded channels to crash olde
A flaw in Eclair, ACINQ's Bitcoin Lightning Network implementation, allows unfunded channels to crash older nodes. Reports say affected nodes crash repeatedly on restart because saved channel records persist, so rebooting alone does not restore service. Operators are being urged to update to a patched version to avoid prolonged downtime on affected Lightning nodes.
- 11GRAPES-3 muon telescope linked to lightning researchโThe GRAPES-3 muon telescope with lightning (artistic view) (IMAGE)
An artistic image of the GRAPES-3 muon telescope alongside lightning is circulating in science news. GRAPES-3 is a cosmic ray experiment in Ooty, India, whose muon telescope has been used to study how thunderstorms and lightning affect atmospheric muon flux. The image is drawing attention to the facility's ongoing work on particle physics and extreme weather phenomena.
- 12Heavy rain and storms set to hit this weekendโFIRST ALERT | Waves of heavy rain and storms highlight our weekend
Forecasters with WJHG are warning of waves of heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to move through the Panama City area and Florida Panhandle over the weekend. Residents are being told to plan for repeated rounds of wet, stormy weather, which could bring downpours, lightning and localized disruptions to outdoor plans.
- 13Scattered storms tonight, rain expected through SundayโScattered showers and t-storm tonight and Saturday, rain Sunday
Local forecasts call for scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight and Saturday, with rain continuing into Sunday. Residents in the Tri-Cities area of Tennessee and Virginia are being advised to plan weekend activities around the wet weather and stay alert for possible lightning during evening storms.
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A lightning strike damaged a home in San Antonio, Texas, amid heavy rain sweeping the area. Details about the extent of the damage or whether anyone was hurt have not been reported. The incident comes as storms moved through the region, and it serves as a reminder of the risks lightning poses to homes during severe weather.