Wesley Messamore

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Man arrested after suspected arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's home.

Governor’s Home Targeted by Fire Man Held In Arson Probe

Thirty-eight-year-old Cody Balmer allegedly hopped a security fence, snuck into the official residence of Governor Josh Shapiro, and ignited a fire. This occurred just hours after the governor celebrated Passover with his family. The fire scorched a historic part of the Harrisburg home, leaving charred furniture, shattered glass, and shaken nerves behind. Balmer now faces

Dominican Republic nightclub collapse kills 98.

Nightclub Collapse In Dominican Republic Kills 98 People

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a concert, killing at least 98 people and injuring over 150. Among the victims were high-profile figures like former Major League Baseball pitcher Octavio Dotel. Nelsy Cruz, the governor of Monte Cristi province, was also among

Bacteria could help build and maintain cities on the moon.

Bacteria Could Hold The Key To Building And Sustaining Moon Cities

What if the secret to surviving on the moon isn’t in high-tech alloys or futuristic gadgets—but in bacteria? Yep, good old microbes might just be the lunar repair crew we never knew we needed. As scientists dream of building bases on the moon, one thing’s clear: hauling heavy materials from Earth is wildly expensive. So

Iran unveils another ‘missile city’ as tensions mount with US.

Iran Unveils Stunning Missile City Deep Underground

What’s hidden beneath Iran’s deserts and mountains? According to Tehran, vast underground “missile cities” packed with weapons, ready to launch at a moment’s notice. And now, Iran is making sure the world knows about them. In newly released footage, Iranian military leaders toured a sprawling underground facility—one of “hundreds,” according to state media. Lined with

US citizen released from Taliban captivity.

American Freed From Taliban Captivity in Qatar-Mediated Deal

Two years in a Taliban prison. Solitary confinement. Limited contact with family. That was the grim reality for American citizen George Glezmann—until a breakthrough in U.S.-Taliban negotiations set him free. His crime? Visiting Afghanistan as a tourist in 2022. His release? A result of intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy led by U.S. hostage envoy Adam Boehler and

Cannabis use causes cognitive impairment.

Surprising Ways Cannabis Impacts Your Brain, Study Finds

As cannabis use becomes more mainstream—now legal for recreation in nearly half of U.S. states—it’s easy to overlook its potential risks. But a recent study suggests the drug may be doing something unexpected: altering brain connectivity in young adults, especially those at risk of psychosis. Researchers at McGill University used cutting-edge brain scans to examine

5000-year-old civilization underneath world's largest desert

Lost 5,000-Year-Old Civilization Found Beneath Vast Desert

What if the secrets of an ancient civilization were hiding right beneath our feet—or, in this case, under miles of desert sand? Thanks to artificial intelligence, researchers at Khalifa University have uncovered evidence of a long-lost society buried beneath Saudi Arabia’s Rub al-Khali. This vast desert is also known as the “Empty Quarter. This vast,

Russian officials gifts meat grinders to fallen soldiers.

Russian Officials Mocks Mothers of Fallen Soldiers By Gifting Meat Grinders

A gesture meant to honor sacrifice has instead sparked outrage. In Russia’s northern Murmansk region, officials from the ruling United Russia party marked International Women’s Day by presenting grieving mothers with flowers. Alongside these, they gave an unexpected and controversial gift: meat grinders. Meat Grinder Has A Disturbing Double Meaning While the kitchen appliance is

Space x Rocket explodes in space.

SpaceX’s Starship Explodes Again—Another Setback for Mars Mission

SpaceX’s Starship rocket had another fiery exit on Thursday, exploding in space just minutes after liftoff. If that sounds familiar, it’s because this happened last time too—making it two back-to-back failures for Elon Musk’s Mars dream machine. The rocket took off from Boca Chica, Texas, soaring skyward in a dazzling display. But things quickly took

China Stops AI leasers to travel Abroad

China’s AI Experts Told to Stay Home—But What’s Beijing So Worried About?

It seems China doesn’t want its AI brains wandering too far from home. Authorities are reportedly urging top tech minds to avoid U.S. travel, fearing they might spill state secrets—or worse, get caught in geopolitical crossfire. The reasoning? Paranoia or strategic caution, depending on who you ask. Why China is Worried? With AI at the

Colorado Puppy Thieves Fake Seizure To Steal Dogs From Pet Store

A daring puppy heist, a fake medical emergency, and a wrong street deal—sounds like a Hollywood script, right? Nope.  It’s real life in Centennial, Colorado, where a group of thieves pulled off a bizarre scheme to swipe two bulldog puppies worth over $8,000 from a local pet store. One Suspect Faked Seizures One of the suspects faked a

The Best Airline of 2025 Has Been Revealed & It’s not Who you Think

What makes an airline truly exceptional? If legroom is on your list, you’re not alone. This year, Korean Air soared to the top, named Airline of the Year 2025 by AirlineRatings.com, dethroning last year’s winner, Qatar Airways. The Reason One of the biggest factors in its win? Comfort. While many airlines are squeezing in more