Northern Lights May Be Visible in Capital Region
The northern lights may be visible across New York’s Capital Region this weekend if geomagnetic activity remains strong and skies stay clear.
Six Measles Cases in Southeast Minnesota: What to Know
Six measles cases were reported in southeast Minnesota on October 9, 2026. Here is what residents should know about symptoms, exposure, vaccination, and official updates.
Cygnus XL Departs ISS After Six-Month Stay
The uncrewed Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft has left the International Space Station after approximately six months, beginning its post-station mission phase.
NASA Seeks Proposals for Private Space Stations
NASA has invited industry to propose private space stations that could preserve low Earth orbit access after the International Space Station retires.
Jurassic Fossil Points to Earlier Mammal-Like Throat
A Jurassic fossil suggests that mammal-like throat anatomy evolved earlier than previously believed, reshaping views of mammalian anatomy and evolution.
Atlanta Dream Reach 2026 WNBA Finals, Eliminate Liberty
Atlanta Dream eliminated the New York Liberty in the 2026 WNBA semifinals and reached the Finals for the first time since 2013. Golden State Valkyries await.
Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Icon and Hall of Famer, Dies at 86
Mike Ditka, the Hall of Fame tight end and coach who led the 1985 Chicago Bears to Super Bowl XX, has died at 86, according to reports.
Hurricane Isaias and College Football Week 6
Hurricane Isaias raised concerns about Georgia-Alabama and other Week 6 games, but the supplied reports do not confirm postponements, cancellations, or venue changes.
Texas and Tennessee on College Football Week 6 Upset Alert
Texas and Tennessee face credible upset threats in Week 6. Here are the matchup factors, bold predictions and key updates to monitor before kickoff.
Trump Criticizes Nobel Snub and Norway
Reports say Donald Trump called his exclusion from Nobel Peace Prize consideration “disgraceful and embarrassing” and criticized Norway over the decision.