The Sun's Temper Tantrums: What You Should Know About Solar StormsLast month, Earth was treated to a massive aurora borealis that reached as far south as Texas. The event was attributed to a solar storm that lasted nearly a full day and will likely contend for the strongest of 2026. Such solar storms are usually fun for people on Earth, as we are protected from solar radiation by our...

'Stumble' Release Schedule: When Does the Next Episode Hit Peacock? Why You Can Trust CNET Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement The mocumentary cheerleading show is taking another week off. Meara covers streaming service...

Zambia fisherman fleeing elephants killed by crocodileGetty ImagesZambian rivers have some of the highest concentrations of crocodiles in Africa (file photo)A 52-year-old fisherman has died after being attacked by a crocodile while fleeing a herd of elephants in eastern Zambia, police say. Dean Nyirenda was returning from a fishing trip with two friends on Wednesday when they bumped into the...

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Japan votes in snap election as PM Sanae Takaichi takes a gambleReutersMillions in Japan are voting in a snap election called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, whose coalition is predicted to clinch a decisive win.Polls show her Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) coalition with the populist Japanese Innovation Party could bag up to 300 of the 465 seats in the Lower House, marking a turnaround for...