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Contents: US Urges Israel Not to Retaliate After Massive Iran Attack Upcoming Events Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day The United States is urging Israel not to retaliate after a massive attack from Iran recently. Iran launched hundreds of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and ballistic missiles in response to Israel's airstrike earlier this month on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. Iran also backs Palestine, which is currently in the middle of an intense war with Israel. The attacks by Iran lasted over five hours and consisted of over 170 drones and 120 ballistic missiles, but according to officials, Israel was able to take down 99% of the incoming projectiles with their Iron Dome defense system and the assistance of their allies of the United States, the United Kingdom, Jordan, and France. The only things that got through were a couple of ballistic missiles, which did minimal damage. No one was killed in the attacks, but a few Israeli citizens were injured by falling metal after explosions in the air. The United States and other countries are advising for Israel not to retaliate, as they are worried that it could break out into a full-fledged Middle Eastern war. Iran has a presence in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen through multiple militias, meaning that a war against Iran could also include a war against all of these other countries-- wreaking havoc in the entire area. They have also confirmed that if Israel does take action, they will not have the US's support, and they will not participate in any conflict sparked by this attack. Israel's war cabinet has still not decided on the response to Iran's attack, and their decision will be anxiously awaited by their allies. Upcoming Events: Rama Navami (Wednesday, April 17) Chinese Language Day (Saturday, April 20) Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix (Sunday, April 21) Ridvan Begins (Sunday, April 21) World Creativity and Innovation Day (Sunday, April 21) Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): Only four letters are doubled at the beginning of a word in the English language-- A, E, O, and L (ex. aardvark, eel, ooze, llama). Out of those four letters, the most words begin with a double O. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re going to go to bed with satisfaction. (George Lorimer) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Furlong (noun)- A furlong is a unit of distance equal to 220 yards (about 201 meters), and is used chiefly in horse racing. In a Sentence: To win the Kentucky Derby, a Thoroughbred must run 10 furlongs, or one and 1/4 miles.

Contents: 6 Dead, Multiple Injured After Deadly Stabbing Attack in Sydney Mall Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Six people are dead after a stabbing attack at a large mall in Sydney, Australia, but the attacker has been shot dead. Chaos ensued after 40-year-old Joel Cauchi came into the Westfield Bondi Junction mall wielding a long, dangerous blade and immediately started to fatally stab the surrounding crowd. He seems to have been targeting women, as five of the six victims were women. Multiple people were also injured, including a baby whose mother was killed, and the nine-month-old infant is still in the hospital. However, before he could stab anyone else, a single officer, Inspector Amy Scott, rushed into the area and quickly killed the attacker using her gun as he raised his knife towards her. She is being hailed across the country for her brave actions that may have helped saved the lives of many other people within the mall. Officials stated that the tragedy was most likely related to the attacker's poor mental health, and an investigation is now underway. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): If you laid out the circulatory system of an adult in a continuous line, it would stretch over 100,000 miles. That's equivalent to going around the Earth over 4 times! Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Your reputation is more important than your paycheck, and your integrity is worth more than your career. (Ryan Freitas) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Brusque (adj)- A person may be described as brusque when they are talking or behaving in a very direct, brief, and unfriendly way. Brusque can also describe speech that is noticeably short and abrupt. In a Sentence: We knew something was wrong when our normally easygoing professor was brusque and impatient with our class.

Contents: Kyiv's Largest Power Plant Destroyed After Latest Russian Attacks Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Ukraine's power system has been crippled by the latest round of Russian attacks, as Russia has been targeting their electricity grid. Ukrainian defense forces were only able to shoot down 57 out of the 82 Russian missiles and drones that were launched, with the remaining 25 wiping out multiple power plants, including the largest supplier of energy to Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. No power cuts have taken place, but it is a terrible day for the company of Centrenergo. All three of their primary power plants have now been destroyed during this war, with the latest attack hitting their last remaining one: the Trypilska Thermal Power Plant. Thankfully, no one was injured or killed. In July 2022, their Vuhlehirska Thermal Power Plant was destroyed, and their Zmiivska plant near Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv was taken out on March 22 of this year. Meanwhile, Ukraine's largest power company, DTEK, also stated that over 80% of their plants have been destroyed in Russian attacks. Due to this, Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky has urged his western allies to provide more air support, as six of the 25 incoming missiles or drones that slipped through their defenses were hypersonic missiles. He emphasized their need for more air defense systems and fighter jets to shoot down incoming missiles, which he claims the west has been ignoring. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): It is illegal to swear on any road in Rockville, Maryland. Road raging is banned! Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. (Steve Jobs) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Surfeit (noun)- Surfeit is a formal word that refers to an amount or supply that is too much or more than you need. It is synonymous with the word excess. In a Sentence: The organization ended up with a surfeit of volunteers who simply got in each other's way.

Contents: Billions of Cicadas Expected to Emerge in Rare Double-Brood Event Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day If you live in the United States, get ready for billions of cicadas to emerge in what some researchers are calling a 'cicadapocalypse.' Cicadas come in multiple broods, with one brood emerging every 13 years and another brood emerging every 17 years. This year will be the first time the broods have emerged at the same time since 1803, and the rare event won't happen again until 2245. However, these are periodical cicadas, which are different from annual cicadas. Annual ones stay underground for shorter periods of time and emerge in the later phases of summer, while periodicals stay underground for either 13 or 17 years (based on the brood) and emerge in the spring. Annual ones also come around a lot more often, as there are numerous broods that emerge at various time periods. This year, both periodical broods will be emerging together, which is extremely rare. Periodical newborn cicadas burrow underground during the previous emergence, and they count the number of years based on the growing cycles of the trees that they munch on. Then, in the year that they are scheduled to emerge, when the temperature about 8 inches into the ground reaches 64 degrees Fahrenheit, it signals them that it is time to emerge. This year, around mid-May, expect to hear continuous loud noises and find numerous cicada exoskeletons scattered around your lawn and your porch, as cicadas' lifespans after coming aboveground are only 2 to 6 weeks. However, don't be frightened-- despite cicadas' scary red eyes, they are absolutely harmless. When they emerge and you hear annoying, droning loud noises from outside for over a month and a half, make sure to remember that this rare, double-brood event won't happen again for another 221 years, so try your best to enjoy it (in some way or the other)! Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): When spelling out numbers, the letter B doesn't appear until one billion. Also, the letter A doesn't appear until one thousand despite being the second most common letter in the English language. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): The difference between a boss and a leader: a boss says ‘Go!’ – a leader says, ‘Let’s go!’ (E.M. Kelly) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Discomfit (verb)- To discomfit someone is to make them confused or upset. Discomfit is a formal synonym of the also formal (but slightly less so) disconcert. In a Sentence: Jacob was discomfited by the new employee’s forward, probing questions.

Contents: Boeing Engineer Raises Concerns About Shortcuts Taken in 787 Construction Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Boeing is in hot water again, this time with their popular 787 Dreamliner. The 787 has been a huge hit ever since it was introduced by Boeing in late 2009, outperforming its Airbus competitors due to its maximum efficiency and large range. They have sold thousands of them over the years, with a few revamps in between. However, another of their popular planes could be going down, as the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the safety of the aircraft after a former engineer at Boeing raised concerns over the hull's structural integrity. In 2021, the Dreamliner was grounded after the FAA found flaws like gaps that were too large in between the panels of the fuselage, but the FAA approved it to fly again after Boeing gave them a detailed plan to increase quality control and fix the production flaws. However, engineer Sam Salehpour has come forward with claims that Boeing never actually fixed anything. He says that they tried to cover up the problem by shoving the panels closer together, which gave the impression that they were truly closer together. He also reported seeing engineers even jumping on pieces of the hull to align the exterior, forcefully trying to cover up the clear issue with the panel placement. Salehpour claimed that these shortcuts could lead to a shortened lifespan of the aircraft, and that it could even fall apart mid-flight if taken far enough into its lifetime. However, Boeing has strongly denied all of these claims and maintains that the 787 Dreamliner is safe to travel on. The FAA is investigating into whether Salehpour's claims are true, and he is expected to testify in Washington D.C. next week. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): Cucumber slices can fight bad breath-- they kill the bacteria in your mouth. Next time you don't have a mint, use a cucumber! Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): To win without risk is to triumph without glory. (Corneille) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Vicarious (adj)- A vicarious emotion or experience is one felt by watching, hearing about, or reading about someone else rather than by doing something yourself. In a Sentence: He felt a vicarious thrill as his daughter crossed the stage to accept her diploma.

Contents: 3 Dead, 3 Injured, 6 Missing After Power Plant Explosion in Italy Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Three people are dead, three are injured, and six others are still missing after a hydroelectric plant exploded yesterday in central Italy. The Bargi Power Plant is located next to Lake Suvianna, an artificial lake in the Apennine Mountains, and it suffered from an underground explosion. According to local officials, during work on some turbines that were nine levels underground, there was an issue that blasted the entire area. The upper floors of the plant were not damaged, but drone views showed clouds of smoke billowing from the site. They say it is almost impossible to determine the cause, as the evidence was located over 100 feet underground. In addition, as the plant is located next to a lake, the water has flooded into the explosion area, washing away any evidence that could have possibly survived the blast. However, the search is still on for the six missing workers who have not been found, despite efforts to find them for over a day now. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): Vatican City prints its own maps despite only having an area of 0.02 miles. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Success is not what you have, but who you are. (Bo Bennett) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Aegis (noun)- Aegis is a formal word that refers to the power to protect, control, or support something or someone. It is often used in the phrase under the aegis of. In a Sentence: The issue will be decided under the aegis of an international organization.

Contents: Boeing Flight Returns to Airport After Engine Cover Falls Off Mid-Flight Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day A Boeing plane has experienced an emergency issue once again, continuing to damage the aircraft manufacturer's reputation. This time, it was Southwest Airlines Flight 3695, a Boeing 737-800. The plane took off from Denver International Airport early on Sunday morning and were heading towards their destination in Houston before returning just 25 minutes later. They reached an altitude of about 10,000 feet before the pilot received multiple reports from passengers and flight attendants of a loud 'bang' noise that had come from the wing. After taking a look, they determined that the engine cowling, the protective metal cover around the engine, had fallen off and smashed into the plane's wing flap. The pilots immediately turned the plane around and landed back in Denver, where it was towed to the gate for inspection. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident, which is going to pile up along with the investigation into the failure of a door plug on a Boeing flight earlier this year. Multiple passengers are also suing Boeing due to the fact that they were almost sucked out of the plane, meaning that the company has some real issues to face in the coming future. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): There are five countries in the world that don't have airports, and they are all in Europe: San Marino, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Andorra, and Vatican City. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. (Winston Churchill) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Fatuous (adj)- To describe something, such as an idea or remark, as fatuous is to say that it is foolish or silly rather than sensible or logical. In a Sentence: Our hopes for an apology and a reasonable explanation for the error were met with fatuous platitudes.

Our new section has been released, in honor of this post-- our 500th blog post! Thank you so much for reading our news and continuing to be part of YNH's member community. You can check out our new section, Unsolved Mysteries, here. There are currently two articles, but more are on the way! Contents: Solar Eclipse Happening Today! Israel Withdraws from Southern Gaza After Months of Fighting Upcoming Events Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day There is a huge solar eclipse happening today across North America! Check out this map to find out more on when it will occur and how much the moon will cover the Sun in your area. Make sure not to miss this one, as the next eclipse in North America will occur on August 23, 2044! On another note, Israel has finally withdrawn from southern Gaza after a push from many countries around the world. Tanks and troops have moved out of the southern city of Khan Younis and have been stationed at the border after months of intense battles and fighting. However, Israel reiterated that they are not completely withdrawing from all of Gaza. They stated that they still have many more goals to achieve, including the complete obliteration of Hamas and the return of all hostages. The forces in Khan Younis destroyed all targets, such as terrorists, communications centers, warehouses, and more, meaning that they can be stationed somewhere else for the time being and can be given a rest. Citizens were initially instructed to take shelter in Khan Younis, but Israel later discovered that the city was harboring a large amount of Hamas terrorists and launched attacks and raids on it. Officials have not given an update on the possible invasion of Rafah, though, which is the southernmost city in Gaza. It is the main border city between Gaza and Egypt and is the location where hundreds of thousands of citizens are staying and the majority of the aid is coming in. Israel has stated that their plans to wipe out Hamas include an invasion of Rafah, which is essential to the plan. Still, doing so would certainly decrease the amount of aid coming into Gaza, which is the exact opposite of what they are being pressured to do. United States President Joe Biden talked with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier this week, emphasizing that larger amounts of aid being allowed in would be crucial, and steps must be taken to protect the citizens of Gaza. Upcoming Events: NCAA Men's March Madness Finals (Monday, April 8) The Masters Begin in Augusta, Georgia (Monday, April 8) North American Solar Eclipse (Monday, April 8) Ramadan Ends (Tuesday, April 9) Eid-al-Fitr (Tuesday, April 9) World Snooker Championships Begin (Wednesday, April 10) International Day of Human Space Flight (Friday, April 12) Vaisakhi (Saturday, April 13) World Chagas Disease Day (Sunday, April 14) Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): In Connecticut, it is required that a pickle bounces if it is to be sold. Pickles that do not bounce when dropped from a height of one foot are deemed unfit for consumption and cannot be sold to consumers. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Winners never quit and quitters never win. (Vince Lombardi) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Conjecture (verb)- Conjecture is a formal synonym of the verb guess that means “to form an opinion or idea without proof or sufficient evidence.” In a Sentence: Some scientists have conjectured that Jupiter’s moon Europa could sustain life.

The new section of our website is almost here! Tomorrow, our surprise section will launch at 7:00 am EST, which is the same time that our daily update releases. Contents: 3 Dead, 4,000 Evacuated After Floods in Ural Mountains Following Dam Break Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Three people are dead and over 4,000 people have been evacuated from the Russian city of Orsk after a dam burst, causing severe flooding in the area. Strong storms in the Ural Mountains recently had led to almost double the amount of water than usual in the Ural River, and the dam could not hold the excess weight. Officials are forcing anyone in a flood zone to evacuate, as the already critical water levels are still rising and they do not know how high they might go. Russia has opened up a criminal case into the structural integrity and engineering behind the dam, but some specialists have stated that the dam was built to hold a different amount-- this was a lot more water than it was built to handle. Evacuations are still taking place to prevent any more deaths, and residents of the area are hoping that the water levels stop rising before the damage becomes irreversible. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): Since salt and pepper would just float in space, astronauts take salt-and-pepper-infused liquid to drizzle instead of sprinkle on their food. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): You have to see failure as the beginning and the middle, but never entertain it as an end. (Jessica Herrin) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Redoubt (noun)- Redoubt can refer specifically to a small building or area that provides soldiers with protection from attack, or more broadly to any safe or protected place, whether literal or figurative. In a Sentence: A massive stone redoubt at the entrance of the bay guarded the city.

Check out our latest announcement on a new section on our website here! Contents: Rare 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northeastern US, Startling Citizens Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Citizens across the northeastern United States were startled when a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the New York City-Philadelphia area yesterday. It was felt across the east coast, from Maine to Washington DC. Minimal damage was done to infrastructure and buildings and no injuries were reported, as it was just a slight shaking. However, it is the third-largest earthquake to hit the region in over 50 years, and the strongest earthquake to hit New Jersey in 240 years. Quakes are extremely rare in the northeast, as it is extremely far from any tectonic plate boundaries, which is why the public was so surprised by the shaking. All traffic conditions, workplaces, and schools returned to normal operation just minutes afterwards, as the impact was very small. About 11 aftershocks were also felt across the area in the hours after the quake, all within the 1.8 to 2.2 magnitude range. However, there was one aftershock in northern New Jersey that measured in at 4.0. This is just the latest in a string of seismic activity across the world, including the massive 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Taiwan recently. Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): Bread, crackers, cookies, etc. are banned in space because the crumbs can enter an astronauts eyes in zero gravity or float into important equipment. Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): Knowledge without action is meaningless. (Abu Bakr) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Meticulous (adj)- Something or someone described as meticulous shows extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details. In a Sentence: He is meticulous about keeping accurate records.