Social media video shows the dramatic scene when the crane arm came down, crashing into a building across the street. Source
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Niger leader detained but defiant amid “coup bid” in African nation
The challenge to the democratically elected leader in a “critical” U.S. partner nation is the latest in series of coup attempts in the tumultuous Sahel region. Source
As water reuse expands, proponents battle the “yuck” factor
As climate change and drought cause water shortages, researchers say recycling water is a safe option — and that it’s essential to move past the notion that wastewater must stay flushed. Source
In latest TikTok fad, creators make big bucks off “NPC streaming”
Content creators like PinkyDoll make thousands of dollars per day reacting to virtual gifts from users during livestreams. Source
Arizona teen walks into Montana police station 4 years after vanishing
Alicia Navarro’s mother said on Facebook, “Miracles do exist.” Source
Federal agencies withholding information on UFOs, whistleblower testifies
Appearing before a House subcommittee Wednesday in a hearing on unidentified anomalous phenomena, a former U.S. Air Force intelligence officer testified that he believes federal agencies have been withholding information from Congress and the American public about the recovery of mysterious UAP, also known as UFOs. Scott MacFarlane has more. Source
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to tax charges after deal collapses
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor tax charges in a federal courtroom in Wilmington, Delaware, on Wednesday after the terms of a previously arranged plea deal between prosecutors and defense attorneys fell apart during a lengthy hearing. Catherine Herridge has details. Source
Ohio officer fired for releasing K-9 onto Black man who had surrendered
An officer for the Circleville Police Department in Ohio was fired Wednesday for an incident earlier this month, captured on body camera footage, in which he released a K-9 police dog onto a suspect who had his hands up and appeared to be surrendering. Source
Several hurt in New York City crane collapse
At least a dozen people were injured when the arm of a Manhattan construction crane about 50 stories high caught fire and then came crashing down Wednesday morning, fire officials said. None of the injuries were believed to be serious. Lilia Luciano has the latest. Source
Netherlands holds U.S. to a draw in rematch of 2019 World Cup final
The U.S. has not yet secured a spot in the knockout round with one group match remaining. Source