Kansas State

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

USA TODAY

Experts believe the creature is a spade-toothed whale, an animal so rare that only six specimens have been studied by scientists.

Sea creature washed up on New Zealand beach could be world's rarest whale species, officials say

Santa Cruz, CA

Knewz

A group of beachgoers in California endured a moment of fright when they encountered what they thought was an unusually large shark. Knewz.com has learned that the incident involved what has been dubbed the “ocean’s strangest fish” with its abnormally large fin which wandered close to a Santa Cruz shore. Images of the encounter depict […]

‘World's Strangest Fish’ Creates Nerve-Wracking 'Shark' Scare for Beachgoers in California

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Fareeha Arshad

A recent expedition to the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, a deep-sea region in the Pacific Ocean, unveiled a trove of previously unknown species thriving in one of Earth's most enigmatic environments. Situated between Mexico and Hawaii, this abyssopelagic zone remains largely unexplored, with only a fraction of its biodiversity documented by science. Marine ecologists have highlighted the significance of this discovery, likening the expedition to explorations of the 18th century.

Never Before Seen Creatures Discovered in Ocean's Darkest Depths

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What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

Two enormous bulk carrier ships collided into each other this month, shredding heavy metal into ribbons as ominous reverberations cannoned through both vessels. Neither sunk, but appeared to sustain considerable damage, maritime publication TradeWinds reports. The excruciating collision between the two ships took place on July 16 at a port...

This Video of Two Huge Ships Colliding Is Actually Terrifying

Arizona State

It’s no secret that TikTokers love to aestheticize, attaching the word “core” to just about anything and presenting their trends in the form of starter packs. They move fast, too. Blink and you might miss, for example, that we’re ditching the maximalism of influencer culture for “underconsumption core,” or that this year’s Brat summer is the new Barbiecore. Particularly interesting is the way destinations provide inspiration for such moodboards, suggesting Gen Z might soon be weighing where they choose to travel with the personas they hope to embody.

'Chic Desert Aunt' Is the Latest Trend Inspiring Travel Decisions

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

Hawaii State

A-Z-Animals

Hawaii has a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. Despite that, you won’t find any hummingbirds among the over 300 bird species who call these islands home. Given Hawaii’s abundance of lush tropical landscapes that hummingbirds seem to thrive in, this absence may seem odd at first. So, why are hummingbirds missing from Hawaii’s bird […]

No Hummingbirds in Hawaii? Discover Why the State Has Banned These Birds

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Las Vegas, NV

Everything's better with a view in Las Vegas, and that's especially true for drinking. There's nothing wrong with a secluded speakeasy or rowdy sports bar, but sometimes you need a little fresh air and elevation. In a city like Las Vegas—where many of the best rooftop bars boast views of top destinations like the Strip and the Sphere—no trip is complete without a visit.

12 Rooftop Bars in Vegas With the Most Epic Views

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Herk, a resilient puppy who has overcome a tragic past and is now looking forward to a bright future. This 1-year-old Lab and Boxer mix pup was found by a Good Samaritan who found him with his two back legs bound together, causing irreparable damage. The damage to his legs was so severe only way forward was surgery. Herk underwent a successful amputation and has since made a full recovery. He uses a wheelchair to move around and has mastered it with ease.

Pup Who Was Rescued With Bound Back Legs Now In Wheelchair And Looking For Love

Portsmouth, NH

The Mirror US

Footage captures the enormous whale emerging from the water before smashing onto the vessel. Within seconds pair of fishermen were tossed into the chilly Atlantic sea in what viewers said was an example of another "p****d off whale"

Humpback whale breaches before smashing on top of boat in terrifying footage captured off US coast

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Police on Thursday found the remains of a 12-year-old girl, two days after she was snatched by a crocodile while swimming in a creek in remote northern Australia. The remains were found in the river system near where the girl vanished at the Indigenous community...

Police find remains of girl snatched by a crocodile while swimming in northern Australia

Jaw-dropping waterfalls, dazzling canyonside vistas, trippy desert mirages—state parks have something for everyone to appreciate. Get out and explore the outdoors in your city’s backyard with guides to the most incredible and underrated state parks in America. Read more here. Phyllis comes from a family of swimming legends....

Up Close and Personal With the Secret Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo State Park

— The Lima leaf-toed gecko (Phyllodactylus sentosus) today occurs mostly in archaeological sites in Peru’s capital, where it has become critically endangered. — A unique cross-disciplinary conservation project, has brought together biologists and archaeologists since 2018 to save the species from extinction. — The project involves in-situ and ex-situ...

Peru's ancient ruins became sanctuaries for Lima's threatened geckos — now conservationists and archaeologists fight to protect them

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No One Knows What These Giant Mushroom Rocks Were Used For

Jaw-dropping waterfalls, dazzling canyonside vistas, trippy desert mirages—state parks have something for everyone to appreciate. Get out and explore the outdoors in your city’s backyard with...

No One Knows What These Giant Mushroom Rocks Were Used For

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