Columbus, OH

New Haven, CT

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Herbie J Pilato

He was born on April 2, 1949, in New Haven, Connecticut, and died of a heart attack at only 63 on August 14, 2012, in Palm Beach Gardens. His birth name was Ronald Gabriel Paolillo, but his stage name was Ron Palillo who was best known as Arnold Dingfelder Horshack on TV's hit 1970s sitcom, Welcome Back, Kotter.

The Tragic Death of 'Welcome Back, Kotter' Actor Ron Palillo: A Look Back

Las Vegas, NV

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Bellingham Metro News

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

Tom's Guide

The new 'Alien' movie proves a worthy addition to the long-running sci-fi franchise.

'Alien: Romulus' offers more of the same xenomorph action — and that's a good thing

Comic Book

A new Starfield leak appears to show DLC's land vehicle in action.

Starfield Leak Reveals First Look at Vehicle Gameplay

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J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Ready to return to the Lands Between? The absolutely massive Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is rife with additional areas to explore, disturbing creatures to fell, and more of the same action you'd expect from the original game. Notably, you can face off against 11 major new bosses in an area the size of Limgrave, according to creator Hidetaka Miyazaki, each of which will require some serious skill if you want to be able to take them down.

Best Elden Ring Weapons: Locations, Stats and Builds in Shadow of the Erdtree DLC

Consoles can get off to a strong start with a killer launch line-up to win over fans and stand out in a new generation. Some memorable PlayStation launch titles like Ridge Racer, Timesplitters, and Resogun set the bar high for new consoles. Standout launch titles like Demon's Souls and Astro's...

10 Best PlayStation Launch Titles Of All Time

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Major changes to how real estate transactions are conducted are set to take affect this month that will effect how both sellers, and buyers, compensate their agents. On March 15, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settled a lawsuit brought by home sellers regarding how broker commissions were handled. As a result of that settlement, the NAR will remove agent compensation amounts from Multiple Listing Services, provide detailed compensation information to buyers and sellers and attain a written agreement outlining that compensation structure.

Broker commissions on real estate transactions will look a lot different starting August 17

Pompano Beach, FL

Akeena

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Cooking With Maryann

I grew up on these babies. This cookie is sweet nostalgia to me. There are so many variations to make it too, you really can't go wrong with it! For a super easy and fast cookie bar, these are a winner!

Magic Layer Bars aka Hello Dolly Bars

Emily Standley Allard

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

Those having issues accessing their servers in Minecraft, it’s not just you, as there seems to be a widespread issue affecting Minecraft Realms this August 13, and this is something Mojang is aware of. Minecraft Realms Connection Issues Status for Aug. 13:. Update 2 (Aug. 14): Mojang says the...

Minecraft Realms Slowdowns and Connection Issues Happening This Aug. 13, Mojang Investigating

Enhanced bundle of Doom and Doom II, with remixed music and a tonne of extras available on Game Pass now.

Xbox Game Pass gets the best version of one of the best shooters of all time... for free

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As we anxiously await official news about the Nintendo Switch 2, the rumor mill has started to churn again in recent days. According to a recent rumor, Ubisoft will go all in on the Switch 2 by porting the five latest Assassin’s Creed games to Nintendo’s next-generation console, including the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which launches this November.
Earlier this week, Nintendo leaker Nash Weedle said on X that Ubisoft is working to get a port of Assassin’s Creed Shadow ready for the launch window of the Switch 2. He added that Ubisoft is also developing Switch 2 ports of Assassin’s...

Rumor: Ubisoft will port 5 Assassin’s Creed games to Switch 2

It's time for another Free Play Days offer, and Microsoft is bringing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass Core members two games to try out. The titles available are Hunt: Showdown 1896 and KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 1, and they are available for the entire weekend for Game Pass subscribers to play with no restrictions.

Hunt: Showdown 1896 and KEMCO RPG Selection join Xbox Free Play Days this weekend

Quincy, MA

Dianna Carney

Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

Massachusetts State

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Mafia: Definitive Edition has been added to the Xbox Game Pass subscription service. The game is a remaster of the 2002 original, featuring enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Other Game Pass updates include Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Valorant for consoles. Mafia: Definitive Edition has been added to the...

Xbox Game Pass just added a remaster of one of the best open-world adventures

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

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Stormgate brings the F2P RTS action in early access, available now

We got a good look at Stormgate when at Summer Game Fest, and it looks super cool. Thankfully, the wait is over, with Stormgate officially entering...

Stormgate brings the F2P RTS action in early access, available now

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