Game technology used to create active shooter training tool

Using cutting-edge video game technology and animation, the U.S. Army and Homeland Security Department have developed a computer-based simulator that can train everyone from teachers to first responders on how to react to an active shooter scenario.

World’s largest battery built by Tesla passing early test

Less than a month after Tesla unveiled a new backup power system in South Australia, the world’s largest lithium-ion battery is already being put to the test.

Oldest tree on White House lawn to be cut down, removed

A large portion of a famed magnolia tree planted on the south grounds of the White House by President Andrew Jackson will be removed because it is weak and poses a safety risk, a spokeswoman for first lady Melania Trump says.

 
Obama does not mention Trump in BBC interview with Prince Harry

Former President Barack Obama told Prince Harry in an interview broadcast Wednesday that he felt serene the day he left the White House despite the sense that much important work remained unfinished.

Utah deputy who pulled boy from pond was desperate, numb

Utah sheriff’s deputy said Tuesday he was desperate and numb from the cold as he punched and stomped his way into a frozen pond on Christmas Day to pull out an 8-year-old boy who had fallen through the ice while chasing his dog.

Construction halted at Greek Orthodox church destroyed on 9/11

Construction on a Greek Orthodox church to replace one that was crushed in the Sept. 11 attacks has been temporarily suspended amid rising costs and questions over how donations have been managed.

Donovan Joyner leads host Las Vegas to decisive victory

Donovan Joyner scored 23 points and helped host Las Vegas cruise to a 73-42 victory over Jefferson (California) in the first round of the Las Vegas Prep Championship on Tuesday night.

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