Ken Burns calls funding cuts for public media ‘narrow-minded’
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, known for his work with PBS, criticized Congress for cutting $1.1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasting. “I think we’re all in a bit of shock,” he remarked on Friday. “What’s really shortsighted is that these cuts mostly impact rural communities; they’re the ones who will feel it the hardest,” […]
Father endures burns over 92% of his body while rescuing stepchildren from house explosion: ‘Appeared like a zombie’
Cordale Sheffield, 30, displayed incredible bravery when he rushed back into his burning Cleveland apartment to rescue his two stepchildren after an explosion. The incident left him severely burned across 92% of his body. The explosion happened Monday afternoon, violently blowing Sheffield away from the building. Yet, instead of escaping, he faced the flames head-on […]
Controlled burns may lessen fire intensity and smoke pollution: Research
A recent study suggests that prescription burns could effectively lessen the impact of future wildfires by about 16% and reduce smoke pollution by 14%. These controlled burns seem to have greater success outside the wild-urban interface (WUI) — the zones where urban areas meet wild vegetation, according to findings released on Thursday. Makoto Kelp, a […]
Chase Burns makes history in exciting first game with the Reds against the Yankees
Last spring, Chase Burns really caught attention with his impressive stats at Wake Forest. The talented right-handed pitcher had a standout season, going 10-1 and racking up a school record of 191 strikeouts. He was chosen second overall by the Cincinnati Reds in the 2024 MLB draft. Burns made his MLB debut on Tuesday night […]
Indeed, Ken Burns, the Founding Fathers had faith in God and His ‘divine Providence’
Ken Burns and Historical Interpretation of the Founding Fathers Ken Burns has, over many years, become a significant figure in how Americans remember their history. He’s built a reputation as a defender against historical distortions, often pushing back against trends in academia that might revise essential truths. His films not only document history but give […]
Maui residents flee as wildfire burns 500 acres
Maui County, Hawaii Over 100 homes were evacuated in Kahikinui, Maui, due to a rapidly spreading brush fire driven by strong winds. Officials from Maui County reported that the fire has spread to roughly 500 acres, though thankfully, there have been no reported injuries or property damage as of yet. The precise containment details are […]
Sam Burns’ chances at the US Open were dashed by a disputed rules decision.
Sam Burns’ chances at the U.S. Open evaporated due to a controversial ruling. During the final round at Oakmont on Sunday, he faced an unexpected dilemma on the 15th hole, where he sought to take relief from flooding. However, two rules officials determined he wasn’t eligible for a drop. As a result, Burns hit his […]
Sam Burns leads by a narrow one shot as he approaches the final round at the US Open
US Open at Oakmont: A Surprising Turn in the Final Rounds Oakmont, Pa. — As the 125th edition approaches its final round on Sunday, the excitement at the top of the US Open leaderboard isn’t quite what the Oakmont Grill Room’s TV network anticipated. Fans here are a little spoiled, really. The club has a […]
Sam Burns remains at the top of the US Open leaderboard after the second round.
Oakmont Shows Its Teeth at the US Open Oakmont, Pennsylvania – The Oakmont course proved challenging during the second round of the US Open on Friday. While the first round set a high bar, the second round was notably tougher, particularly for some of the favorites. Scotty Schaeffler, currently the world’s top player, found himself […]
Cody Fire in Arizona burns 1,000 acres close to Tucson, leading to evacuations
A wildfire ignited Wednesday afternoon in Arizona, swiftly consuming 1,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders. Dubbed the Cody fire, it started around 3:30 PM local time in the Coronado National Forest, near Tucson, and rapidly spread within six hours. Residents in certain areas of Oracle were ordered to evacuate. Additional zones around Oracle and the […]