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A rare and strange fish from a species that dates back to the time of the dinosaurs has washed up on the U.S. East Coast. The dead Atlantic sturgeon was spotted by naturalist and photographer Allen Sklar on the shore of Assateague Island, a 37-mile-long strip of land along the coasts of Maryland and Virginia. He took several images of the large fish, which measured about 3 feet in length. "I drive the 12 miles of beach about 100 days a year and so see a lot of stuff others don't," Sklar, who specializes in Assateague's history, wildlife and ecology, told Newsweek . "This was the second sturgeon I have seen [dead] in 27 years of driving on the island." The Atlantic sturgeon ( Acipenser oxyrinchus oxyrinchus ) is a large fish found in rivers and coastal waters from Canada to Florida. It can reach lengths of 14 feet and a weight of more than 800 pounds, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. These fish, which generally live up to about 60 years, … [Read more...] about Strange rare fish from time of the dinosaurs washes up on East Coast

Over 1,400 people have died after a huge earthquake hit Turkey and Syria. The 7.8-magnitude quake was centred in the town of Pazarcik in Kahramanmaras province, about 20 miles from the city of Gaziantep, at a depth of six miles and there were several powerful aftershocks. With thousands injured, the death toll is expected to increase as rescue workers search the rubble. Another 7.5 magnitude earthquake later hit central Turkey. Another earthquake hits central Turkey - live updates On both sides of the border, residents were jolted from their sleep and rushed outside on a cold, rainy and snowy winter night as buildings fell around them and strong aftershocks continued. "I have never felt anything like it in the 40 years I've lived," said Erdem, a resident of Gaziantep. "We were shaken at least three times very strongly, like a baby in a crib." Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:22 Inside during devastating earthquake … [Read more...] about Turkey and Syria earthquake: Over 1,400 killed as tremors felt elsewhere in the Middle East

close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for February 5 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The next big storm system will develop midweek across the Central U.S., bringing heavy rain, some severe storms and snow. It will impact the Northern Plains, Midwest, Great Lakes and the interior Northeast. NEW HAMPSHIRE’S MOUNT WASHINGTON SEES RECORD COLD, STUNNING –108 WIND CHILL AMID ARCTIC BLAST The path of a storm that is developing this week in the central U.S. (Fox News) Ahead of the cold front, above-average temperatures will make it feel like springtime for the Eastern third of the country. BOSTON ‘IMPRACTICAL JOKERS’ SHOWS POSTPONED AFTER FREEZING TEMPERATURES BURST VENUE’S SPRINKLER SYSTEM Forecast high temperatures for Monday, Feb. 6. (Fox News) In Washington, D.C., a high of 60 degrees is forecast for Wednesday, comparable to … [Read more...] about Big storm system to develop in central US before moving east

At least 21 people have been killed and more than 500 injured in an earthquake in eastern Turkey . The 6.8 magnitude quake hit the Elazig province, which is around 340 miles east of the capital Ankara, at around 8:55 p.m. local time on Friday. It was followed by more than 270 aftershocks, Reuters reported. Hundreds of residents were left homeless as buildings collapsed in affected towns near the center of the tremor, which was felt in neighbouring Syria, Lebanon and Iran. The quake struck at a depth of 4 miles near the town of Sivrice in Elazig, Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) said. Turkish health minister Fahrettin Koca said the search for survivors buried in rubble is ongoing and warned the death toll could rise. Rescue workers and security forces have been searching through the debris by hand and giving out tents, beds and blankets, where overnight temperatures had fallen to below freezing. AFAD warned people not to return to damaged … [Read more...] about Turkey Earthquake: At Least 21 Killed As Death Toll Rises

Formerly a bustling seaport surrounded by warehouses and produce markets, Jack London Square in Oakland has evolved into a hip and vibrant waterfront destination. The area's array of activities, along with its plethora of food and drink spots , give you plenty of options for how to spend the perfect day by the Bay . What to do in Jack London Square Jack London Square offers a wide variety of activities, from kayaking on the water to history-filled tours on land. Get outside and explore Stop by California Canoe and Kayak to rent a boat or stand-up paddleboard to sightsee via the water. Adventurous paddlers can glide by Brooklyn Basin's sparkling-new Township Commons , a spectacular waterfront park. The space has already won several architectural awards for its stunning design, which highlights the waterfront's history. Rentals are seasonal and weather-dependent, usually available from mid-March through September. Call their Jack London Square location at 409 Water … [Read more...] about Explore Jack London Square, Oakland’s vibrant waterfront destination

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Just before Nazi Germany invaded Hungary in March 1944, Jewish youth leaders in the eastern European country jumped into action: They formed an underground network that in the coming months would save tens of thousands of fellow Jews from the gas chambers. This chapter of the Holocaust heroism is scarcely remembered in Israel. Nor is it part of the official curriculum in schools. But the few remaining members of Hungary’s Jewish underground want their story told. Dismayed at the prospect of being forgotten, they are determined to keep memories of their mission alive. “The story of the struggle to save tens of thousands needs to be a part of the chronicles of the people of Israel,” said David Gur, 97, one of a handful of members still alive. “It is a lighthouse during the period of the Holocaust, a lesson … [Read more...] about 78 years on, Jewish Holocaust rescuers want their story told

A rail operator on Monday released toxic fumes from several derailed train cars that it said were at risk of exploding in East Palestine, Ohio, after the authorities ordered residents on both sides of the state’s border with Pennsylvania to evacuate to avoid a deadly threat. The train derailed on Friday night , with 50 of its 100 cars running off the tracks, igniting a fire that left much of the town in smoke and prompted repeated calls for evacuation. “We are ordering you to leave,” Gov. Mike DeWine of Ohio said on Monday at a news conference. “This is a matter of life and death.” He added that there was “grave danger” of inhaling fumes from chemicals produced by the release, which the authorities identified as phosgene and hydrogen chloride. In high concentrations, both chemicals can cause severe and life-threatening respiratory issues. The release of the fumes began late Monday afternoon and was “completed successfully,” Norfolk Southern, the rail operator, said in a … [Read more...] about Toxic Fumes Are Released From Burning Train That Derailed in Ohio

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Elinor Barker will be back on track for Great Britain at the European Championships this week 11 months after giving birth to son Nico, but motherhood is not the only major change for the 2016 Olympic champion. Barker, who learned she was pregnant while helping Britain to team pursuit silver at the Tokyo Olympics, is not just juggling nappy changes with training blocks but also pursuing major targets on the road for the first time – not least selection for July’s Tour de France Femmes . “Normally I’ve just done bits and bobs (on the road) around track races and training,” Barker said. “This will be the first time I’ve got a full road calendar that’s taking precedent and track fits around that.” Rather than going through final preparations for the Euros with her Great Britain team-mates, … [Read more...] about New mum Elinor Barker ‘optimistically realistic’ ahead of track return

Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter If you want inspiration for displaying drought-tolerant houseplants in your home, head to RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey (rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley), which has just launched a new glasshouse display. The exhibition, entitled Houseplant Takeover – Deep Sea Dive, offers everything from suspended airplants shaped into fish frames, to succulents transformed into the shell of a turtle. It builds on the continuing trend of houseplants – particularly popular among younger audiences who lack outdoor space – and aims to inspire visitors to think about innovative ways of integrating greenery indoors, with a particular focus on wise watering, while also showcasing drought-tolerant plants. There are little fish created from chicken-wire frames covered with Spanish moss, with … [Read more...] about These easy-care houseplants don’t need much water

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A man who was arrested on the grounds of Windsor Castle with a loaded crossbow pleaded guilty to treason on Friday for planning to attack Queen Elizabeth II . Jaswant Singh Chail, 21, admitted to a charge under the Treason Act of intending to “injure the person of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, or to alarm her Majesty.” He also pleaded guilty to making threats to kill and possessing an offensive weapon. Chail appeared at London’s Central Criminal Court by video link from Broadmoor , a secure psychiatric hospital where he is detained. He is due to be sentenced on March 31 after the judge assesses psychiatric reports. Chail was arrested at the royal residence west of London on Dec. 25, 2021, when the queen was staying there. The monarch died in September 2022 at age 96. Prosecutors say the former … [Read more...] about UK man admits treason over crossbow plot against queen