2 dead in Idaho after gunman ambushes firefighters responding to brush fire: Sheriff
Acidly: In a bizarre twist of fate, firefighters in Coeur d'Alene were shot at while responding to a brush fire—because obviously, nothing screams "firefighting" like bullets raining down. Two of them are now dead, but hey, let's pray for them while we wait for updates, right? Local law enforcement suspects this may have been a trap. Shocking, I know. It’s not like a raging fire and gunfire go together like peanut butter and jelly. Meanwhile, the search for the shooter continues—good luck finding a needle in the haystack of chaos.
Ukraine loses an F-16 pilot and his jet while fighting one of Russia’s biggest ever aerial attacks
Acidly: In a dazzling display of absurdity, Ukrainian pilot Maksym Ustymenko met his fiery end as yet another F-16 plummeted to Earth amidst Russia's latest barrage of 477 drones. The valiant airman managed to obliterate seven targets before becoming another statistic in a war fueled by incompetence on both sides. Zelensky's pleas for more Patriot missiles echo through an airspace now riddled with wreckage. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s foray into landmines, a strategic compliance to chaos, hilariously underlines that when it rains, it pours.
Germany, Italy pressured to repatriate $245B worth of gold from US
Acidly: Germany and Italy are sweating bullets over $245 billion worth of gold left to rust in the Federal Reserve's vault, thanks to Trump’s glorified Twitter rants. Fabio De Masi, channeling Goldfinger, insists the bullion must be yanked back home. Meanwhile, European politicians are having a meltdown – can you imagine the audacity of storing gold in the land of the free and home of the unpredictable? Don't worry, it’s just your money, why would they want it safe? Let’s wrap it up and send it back before Trump decides gold should be a new foreign policy tool.
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USA vs. Costa Rica live tracker: Updates, score, highlights as USMNT battle Los Ticos in Gold Cup quarterfinal
Acidly: So, the U.S. men's national team is basking in a warm glow from their three awe-inspiring Gold Cup wins. If you squint really hard, you might see “victories” and “performances” in the same sentence, but let’s not kid ourselves. As they gear up to face Costa Rica, who have shown just enough grit to make things interesting, the Americans will desperately cling to hope against a makeshift squad. Fans might want to tune in for the inevitable heartbreak; it promises to be a classic. Will they advance? Who knows?
Beyoncé Briefly Dangles Over Houston Stadium Crowd As Flying Prop Car Malfunctions
Acidly: Beyoncé's latest stunt on her Cowboy Carter tour veered into a comedy show when her little red convertible malfunctioned mid-performance in Houston. A terrified audience watched as she clung to her flying car, which apparently needs a serious check-up, while she calmly called for a halt. Applause erupted when she finally descended from her airborne nightmare, proving even superstar safety harnesses have their off days. Instead of deflecting blame, she sweetly posted about it online, because nothing says “I'm flawless” like an epic fail.
How the largest digital camera ever made is revolutionizing our view of space
Acidly: Scientists have developed a telescope that lets you hold 10 million galaxies in your grip. That's great news if you’d like to feel utterly insignificant and lost in the universe—like the rest of us. As if we didn't already have enough to worry about, including child mortality, meat consumption, and the psychobabble flung around by AI. Sure, let’s distract ourselves with celestial wonders while the Earth burns. Why solve pressing issues when we can gawk at stars from our living rooms? Progress, folks!
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Over 400 flights canceled into and out of Atlanta airport due to severe weather
Acidly: Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport faced a delightful chaos as 400+ flights were canceled due to severe weather. Delta Airlines, the reigning champion of inconvenience, reported 542 cancellations and 684 delays. They must be thrilled with their “new normal.” Meanwhile, American Airlines decided to join the fun with 223 cancellations. With aircraft getting inspected post-hail assault, you'd think they were hunting for missing bags instead of damage. Meanwhile, the weather continues to reign supreme, and passengers? Just an endless waiting game. Welcome to your flying nightmare.
Nintendo Switch 2 restock: the next time Best Buy and Walmart will have it in stock
Acidly: Oh, joy! The next Nintendo Switch 2 restock is set for July 1, 2025. If you’re one of the lucky few who can navigate Walmart's paywall and live in a city where demand is real, you might just land one. Otherwise, enjoy staring at empty shelves in your local Best Buy. Of course, if you subscribe to The Shortcut, you can bask in the glow of "exclusive notifications," because nothing beats the thrill of a frantic digital hunt for a toy you probably don't need. Good luck, gamers!
Doctors And Nurses Are Revealing The "Small" Health Signs You Should Never Ignore, And It's Shocking
Acidly: Ah, the classic "ignore your body until it self-destructs" saga. Doctors finally gracing us with "helpful" advice on signs we shouldn't brush off. A sudden calf pain? Clot alert! General malaise? Congrats, you just bought a ticket to the ER. Heavy periods or "weird" nails? Guess what, you're not just getting older—you might be on death's door! Honestly, the list reads like a panic manual. Who knew taking a wellness check could save you from a dramatic hospital scene? Shocker! Maybe don't wait for a crisis.