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There's some exciting news for all you budding astronomers - there's a full Moon coming later this month. But this full Moon is particularly special as it's a blue Supermoon. A Supermoon is when a full Moon is closest to the Earth, appearing bigger and brighter than normal - up to 15% brighter and 30% bigger than regular full Moons.

Super Blue Moon 2024: When can you see the Supermoon?

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It's only mid-August, and while many of us are still sweating through the warmest days of the year, the Farmers' Almanac has their eyes set on Winter '24/'25. The publication's predictions might be considered controversial, but they provide a glimpse into colder and snowier days to come. As skiers, ...

Farmers' Almanac Releases Winter '24/'25 Forecast

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Next week’s full Moon is a rare Supermoon, also referred to as a Blue Moon, Sturgeon Moon, or Dog Moon, among other names. The term “supermoon” was coined by astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979, referring to either a new or full Moon that occurs when the Moon is within 90% of its closest approach to Earth.

Don’t Miss It! Rare Blue Supermoon To Light Up The Night Sky In August

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

The last couple of weeks of August are going to be a doozy for astronomy fans. Saturn and the moon are meeting up Tuesday night, a planet parade is due on Aug. 23, and there will be a meteor shower right at the end of the month. The show starts Monday, however, as the Aug. 19 full moon will be a rare seasonal blue moon that is also a supermoon.

Monday's Full Moon Is a Rare Super Blue Moon: Here's How to See It

North Carolina State

Highlands, NC

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For the modest price (just kidding) of $2.95 million, you could be the next owner of Burt Reynolds’s beloved former home, proudly perched in the mountains of Highlands, N.C. Set on a 0.9-acre lot, the property boasts four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. Burt first fell for the home in 1972 while filming Deliverance. He and his then-wife, Loni Anderson, couldn’t resist the purchase, making it one of his favorites out of the 14 properties he owned, as noted in a 1983 letter. Let's see inside!Take a Look Inside Burt Reynolds’s Former North Carolina Mountain HomeBurt’s N.C. home,...

Look Inside Burt Reynolds’s Mountain Getaway Home in North Carolina Now For Sale

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Super? Blue? Sturgeon? What is the deal with this Moon?

First Supermoon Of 2024 Rises On Monday – And It's Blue To Boot

A supermoon is a full moon that occurs at a point in the orbit around Earth when it is at it’s closest. This can make the moon appear as much as 8% larger and 15% brighter. The size is more noticeable at rise and set, but the brightness and seep through your windows at night and keep nocturnal animals extra active.

First Of Four Supermoons In A Row For 2024 From August to November

Los Angeles, CA

It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

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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

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Kentucky, famous for the slogan “Kentucky Unbridled Spirit,” is a good location for wildlife. This “free spirit” exemplifies the hawk, a strong creature of the air. Hawks are birds of prey of the family Accipitridae. They are native to North America and are distributed across the continent. There are about 270 species of hawk globally […]

Discover the 8 Types of Hawks in Kentucky

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'

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Plymouth, MA

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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

Denver, CO

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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

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Here's everything you need to know to see the best meteor showers of 2024.

The best meteor showers of 2024 are yet to come. Here are the key nights to watch for.

Columbus, OH

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Simone Biles' biological mom is opening up about living an opposite life from her Olympian daughter. While the 27-year-old relishes in her world championships and brand deals, Shanon Biles lives in near poverty in Columbus, Ohio.Simone and the woman who gave her life have been largely estranged since the athlete's grandparents took her in at three years old. Shanon claimed the two talked briefly on occasion but that her famous child hadn't sent her any money to improve her circumstances. "Of course I would accept her help," Shanon told Daily Mail in a recent interview about Simone, who is worth...

Revealed: Simone Biles' 'Penniless' Biological Mom Living in Poverty as She Flaunts Birkins, Range Rover and Multi-Million Dollar Texas Mansion

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I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

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A Serious Fall Preview This Week

Good Monday to one and all. It’s a week that’s straight out of the start of fall as a deep trough takes up residence across the...

A Serious Fall Preview This Week

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