Columbus, OH

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Vice President Kamala Harris says she wants to provide $25,000 in down payment assistance to first-time homebuyers, but critics say the plan would only make housing issues worse.

Harris proposes $25,000 down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers — is it a good idea?

Dolly Parton has debuted a new makeup line, Dolly Beauty. The country icon rose from humble beginnings to build a $650 million business empire through her music and other ventures.

Dolly Parton $650 million empire: from humble roots to queen of country music, movies and now makeup

Seattle, WA

Seattle-based Starbucks is letting incoming CEO Brian Niccol commute to work from his California home. The coffee chain is allowing him the option to fly on the company jet.

New Starbucks CEO to commute from California home to Seattle HQ

Doritos has launched a new version of their cool ranch tortilla chips that are designed to be taken as a snack anywhere, even into space. Sure you’ve heard of space ice cream, but what about a savory snack too?. Doritos has finally made snacking on the moon an actual...

Doritos launch zero-gravity chips that are out of this world

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For anyone living on the Space Coast, the reality of rockets blasting off into space is an almost daily occurrence. While that shake might be more familiar than starting, the reality is that the willingness to traverse into the unknown has been accepted. For those people who prefer to keep their feet more firmly on the ground, the Doritos Cool Ranch Zero Gravity Chips offer a taste of that celestial exploration without having to blast off from their chair.

Doritos Cool Ranch Zero Gravity Chips blast off into uncharted snack territory

— Doritos is launching a new limited-edition flavor with an out-of-this-world mission to make space history while supporting an important cause. For nearly 60 years, the flavored corn chips has been enjoyed on Earth, but have been banned from outer space given the threat that Doritos "dust" and crumbs pose to spacecraft systems. Now, the food scientists at FritoLay (PepsiCo) have figured out how to make Doritos safe for microgravity and are ready to blast off.

Doritos new safe-for-outer-space chips set for blast off: get your own

Colorado State

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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

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

What is it about space that enthralls billionaire Jared Isaacman? In 2021, Isaacman, founder of payment services giant Shift4, funded a mission that orbited Earth. Known as Inspiration4, it raised funds for childhood cancer while also headlining as a journey undertaken by four space neophytes. After spending three days in...

SpaceX is sending four civilians on a dangerous spacewalking mission

Mcdonough, GA

Thursday marks the official opening of Chick-fil-A’s first-ever elevated drive-thru restaurant in Georgia. Its super-sized kitchen sits above a set of four drive-thru lanes.

Chick-fil-A's first elevated drive-thru restaurant opens

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

The Mega Millions jackpot rose to an estimated $527 million after no tickets matched the winning numbers to take home the grand prize during Tuesday night's drawing.

Mega Millions jackpot jumps to $527 million after no grand prize winner

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The Pumpkin Spice Latte will be returning to Starbucks stores in the United States on Thursday, Aug. 22, along with other new seasonal fall treats.

Starbucks unveils Pumpkin Spice Latte fall menu with new non-dairy customer favorite

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Arizona State

Home owners are still packing up for more affordable properties inland. A recent Redfin report underscored how people from California are still eyeing places like Arizona.

California continues to lose residents to Arizona, Nevada

The Independent

 A Jupiter-bound European spacecraft made history as it briefly returned to Earth in a “flawless” fly-by.The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice) performed a risky manoeuvre known as gravity assist, coming just 4,250 miles (6,840km) above the planet’s surface on Tuesday at 10.56pm UK time.The tricky move – the first ever fly-by of its kind – saw the spacecraft use the moon and the Earth’s gravity as a natural brake to slow itself down and send it towards Venus.This technique allows Juice to take a shortcut to Jupiter through the inner solar system and save precious fuel, according to the...

ESA’s Juice spacecraft on its way to Venus after ‘flawless’ Earth fly-by

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Doritos launches 'Zero Gravity' chips in partnership with SpaceX, St. Jude's

Doritos announced an out-of-this world partnership with both SpaceX and St. Jude Children's Hospital to launch their new COOL RANCH® Zero Gravity chips this...

Doritos launches 'Zero Gravity' chips in partnership with SpaceX, St. Jude's

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