NASA launches a new space telescope named for astronomer Nancy Grace Roman to explore the hidden universe

By The Associated Press
August 30, 2026 | 7:26 AM

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA launches a new space telescope named for astronomer Nancy Grace Roman to explore the hidden universe.

Iran’s supreme leader calls for Muslim unity against US and Israel, and other Mideast news

By The Associated Press
August 30, 2026 | 12:47 PM

Iran’s supreme leader called on Muslim countries to stand together against Israel and the United States, imploring them to “know your real enemy.” A monitor says a tanker vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. Israel's Shin Bet said it had evacuated the prime minister's oldest son from the U.S. following a threat. And an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed at least two Palestinians, including a 3-year-old, authorities said. Here’s a look at the latest developments Sunday in the Iran war and the wider Middle East. Full coverage can be found here. Iran’s Khamenei urges Muslim nations to ‘confront’ enemies

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