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Israel continued its military operations in Gaza on Monday, with a particular focus on the southern city of Khan Younis, as the international community increasingly pushes for a ceasefire to prevent the conflict from escalating into a broader regional war. The ongoing conflict, now in its 11th month, has already drawn in neighboring countries and heightened the risk of a wider confrontation involving Iran and its regional allies.

Israel Intensifies Gaza Operations Amid Rising Fears of Regional Conflict

A growing number of U.S. states are grappling with a significant surge in COVID-19 infections, as revealed by the latest wastewater data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Currently, 27 states are experiencing "very high" levels of viral activity, while 17 others are reporting "high" levels. The western region of the country is particularly hard-hit, followed closely by the South, Midwest, and Northeast, highlighting a worrying trend of escalating virus transmission nationwide.

COVID-19 Surges Across U.S. with ‘Very High’ Levels Reported in Majority of States

In a critical juncture for the ongoing Gaza conflict, efforts to secure a ceasefire are teetering on the edge of collapse, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing intense scrutiny for his role in derailing the negotiations. Despite U.S. President Joe Biden's sustained diplomatic push, Netanyahu's consistent backtracking and new demands have placed the ceasefire talks on life support, leading to growing frustration among international mediators and his own security officials.

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Falter Amid Netanyahu’s Obstruction, U.S. Scrambles to Save Peace Process

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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In a dramatic rescue operation captured on video, the Italian Coast Guard airlifted a pregnant woman from a cruise ship in the Adriatic Sea on Sunday. According to news reports, the woman, who was experiencing complications and "at risk of miscarriage", was successfully transported to a hospital for medical care.

Pregnant Woman Evacuated from Cruise Ship "At Risk of Miscarriage"

Mars, the family-owned conglomerate known for its iconic brands like M&M's and Snickers, has announced its acquisition of Kellanova, the maker of Cheez-It and Pringles, for a staggering $36 billion.

Mars to Acquire Cheez-It Maker Kellanova in $36 Billion Mega-Deal, Expanding Snack Empire with Cheez-It and Pringles

A recent study published in the journal Cancer has unveiled a grim forecast for men's health worldwide. According to the research, cancer cases among men are projected to rise by 84%, while deaths could surge by 93% by the year 2050. These alarming statistics highlight an impending global health crisis, particularly in regions with lower standards of living.

Men’s Cancer Deaths Projected to Surge 93% by 2050, Study Reveals Alarming Trends

Elon Musk's much-anticipated interview with former President Donald Trump on X, formerly known as Twitter, got off to a rocky start on Monday night, plagued by technical difficulties that led to a delayed broadcast and frustrations among the millions of users attempting to join the event. T

Elon Musk’s Interview with Trump on X Derails Amid Technical Glitches and Cyberattack Claims

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SCIENTISTS have discovered a unique trait on the metal-rich asteroid Psyche by using the James Webb Space Telescope. Researchers identified a water component on the mysterious – and priceless – asteroid 16 Psyche, suggesting that hydration exists in the form of rust. In 2017, researchers discovered traces of water on Psyche’s surface. “Spectra from the […]

Precious ‘golden asteroid’ worth $100,000 quadrillion might be rusting as scientists probe rock before 2029 Nasa visit

Apache Junction, AZ

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When I studied Anthropology in college, I learned that teeth have been indicators of economic status just about forever. Archaeologists look at the teeth in ancient skeletons and know who the rich were based on their tooth decay. During the Renaissance period, it became fashionable for women to blacken their teeth to look like they were better off than they were, because the royals and aristocrats, who could afford sugar and sweets, had more rotten and missing teeth than the poor.

Opinion: Stop Stereotyping Bad Teeth as a Sign of Drug Addiction

Weston, FL

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If Mangia & Bevi Pizzeria Napoletana in Weston has been on your radar, you might want to know about some recent hiccups they’ve encountered. The pizzeria was ordered to close on July 29, and here’s what the health inspectors found:

Florida Pizzeria closed for 14 Violations- Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands

Georgia State

Tallahassee, FL

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The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

California State

Gena Rowlands, the celebrated actress whose luminous performances in a string of groundbreaking independent films made her one of the most revered figures in American cinema, has died at the age of 94. Rowlands, known for her powerful collaborations with her husband, director John Cassavetes, passed away surrounded by family at her California home. The news was confirmed by the office of her son, filmmaker Nick Cassavetes.

Gena Rowlands, Iconic Leading Lady of Independent Film, Dies at 94

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Denver, CO

No, pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness don’t fold into caskets. It’s a question a reader posed one of the first times I wrote about pallet shelters. I find the pallet shelters to be more palatable than ice fishing tents. The Colorado Village Collaborative operates both micro-communities and the so-called Safe Outdoor Spaces with the tents. We all learned the tents are not safe when a fire roared through a CVC Safe Outdoor Space, destroying the compound quickly. Officials never disclosed a cause of the fire.

Opinion: No, pallet shelters for homeless in Denver, Aurora don’t fold into caskets

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

The FBI has confirmed it is investigating an alleged cyberattack on the Trump campaign, reportedly orchestrated by Iranian-backed hackers. This revelation comes amid growing concerns over foreign interference in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with both Republican and Democratic campaigns reportedly being targeted.

FBI Probes Alleged Iranian Hack Targeting Trump Campaign

Princess Kate gears up for a high-profile return to royal duties with a U.S. visit alongside Prince William, marking her first major appearance since cancer treatment.

Princess Kate 'Very Excited' To Work Again, Plans To Visit Prince Harry And Meghan Markle's New 'Home' With Prince William

Federal agents seized over 2,300 pounds of methamphetamine concealed in a shipment of celery at a farmers market in Georgia. The discovery, described as one of the largest seizures of its kind, highlights the increasingly sophisticated methods used by smugglers to transport illegal substances across borders.

DEA Seizes Record 2,300 Pounds of Meth Concealed in Celery at Georgia Market

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Critical Gaza Truce Talks Underway in Doha Amid Fears of Wider Conflict

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, high-stakes negotiations are set to take place on Thursday as the...

Critical Gaza Truce Talks Underway in Doha Amid Fears of Wider Conflict

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