New freshwater sinkholes and fish sightings near the Dead Sea are drawing attention because some people link them to a prophecy in Ezekiel. Scientists say the changes are tied to the lake’s long-running retreat, not evidence of an apocalyptic event.

An Iowa Circle K clerk said she followed store policy when she bought a lottery ticket a customer left behind, then lost her job after the ticket won a $12.8 million jackpot. The dispute is now moving through court records and lottery findings tied to a 2023 drawing in Des Moines.

A new Bankrate survey found that 51% of U.S. adults no longer feel financially secure, the highest share since the question was first asked in 2021. The findings point to persistent strain from inflation, higher borrowing costs, and day-to-day expenses.

Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses can record video in public, and privacy advocates say the strongest protection is old-fashioned awareness. The main limit is legal and social, not technical, because bystanders usually cannot block recording in open public spaces.

Elon Musk said he could give away much of his wealth if his net worth ever reaches $1 trillion. The comment adds a new wrinkle to public discussion around the Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s long-term plans.

Lake Powell, the nation’s second-largest reservoir, is losing water faster than expected as low inflows and long-term drought continue to pressure the Colorado River system. Federal forecasts show the reservoir could face another difficult year if runoff stays weak.