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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

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

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

Chicago, IL

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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?

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

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

Homes & Gardens

Design trends are changing so fast that interiors experts are finding beauty in what was once considered ugly, updating these ideas to add aesthetic value

7 once-ugly interior design trends that are beautiful in 2024

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

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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

The oboe is known as “the ill wind that no one blows good.” There’s no question that it is a challenging instrument, but how did it earn such a dismal description? After spending a career with the oboe, I see clearly that it is the number of ﬁnicky components that we juggle. It is more of a moving target than most other instruments as the components of instrument, reed, and human are constantly shifting under our literal ﬁngertips. We have a wooden or plastic instrument with ﬁne key work, and screws that are often going out of adjustment due to weather ﬂuctuations. Performances, despite hours of practice, rely on tiny mouthpieces carved ever so delicately out of literal swamp grass, and each one only lasts for only a couple rehearsals or practice sessions. Last but not least, when students are still in the learning process of the instrument, it is easy to fall into the habit of changing the physical approach in reaction to the daily state of the oboe and reeds. How do oboists ever expect to ﬁnd consistency and a solid foundation amidst all of this chaos?

A Solid Foundation on the Oboe

The winter holiday season is the perfect time to transform your yard into a magical winter wonderland. With just a little creativity and some useful tips, you can create a festive atmosphere that will spread the Christmas spirit to everyone who passes by. In this blog post, we will explore...

Turn Your Yard into a Winter Wonderland: 33 Christmas Decor Outside Yard Decorations

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

(MA) Meet Gary, a small little Dachshund with a big personality! This pup grew up living comfortably in a home with his owner who adored him. Sadly, tragedy struck when Gary's owner passed away unexpectedly, leaving him all on his own.

Little Dachshund Who Lost His Owner Now Looking For A New Family

Sam Westreich, PhD

It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

Real Simple

These popular shades mix traditional elegance with timeless appeal.

12 Vintage Paint Colors That Are Trending Again, According to Color Experts

A bed is often just a bed, but transform it into a quiet, perched nook with walls and intentional design details and you’ve got yourself a whimsical, inviting reprieve. Meet the alcove bed. This type of bed is often tucked into a small niche or unused corner, allowing you to maximize space while infusing a bit of charm. Alcove beds are great for actual sleeping, or they can become a destination for reading or quietly slipping away from the world. They’re also a fun choice for a child’s bedroom, making a "big kid" bed feel much more exciting.

11 Alcove Bed Ideas for a Cozy and Inviting Space

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If you’re looking to transform your outdoor space, or just looking to upgrade the space you currently have, the research stage can be overwhelming. You might find yourself tripping up over the plethora of terms that describe outdoor structures. Veranda, patio, lanai, what’s the difference between all of these terms? You can’t make any plans until you know what you’re working with.

What is a Veranda on a House, and What Makes it Different?

Dianna Carney

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

Greenwich, CT

Above: A custom-designed playroom that focuses on the sensory and educational needs of two young boys. When Karri Bowen-Poole designs custom playrooms, her room concepts begin with her musing about how a room will engage and nurture young minds. Of course, paint swatches and whimsical kid-centric themes are part of her detailed design process, but the founder of Smart Playrooms believes play and learning are interconnected.

Karri Bowen-Poole’s Smart Playrooms Inspire Learning and Fun

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters. As designers, we often see our projects in 2D, working with layers and lines to produce plans and elevations that could easily be considered artworks in their own right. To the trained eye, a well-drawn elevation is a thing of beauty. Our drawings are a place where, through the deep understanding of space and dimension that is common to designers, we can experiment with the intricacies of form and placement to explore the interaction between objects. Yet, the true magic happens when the successful elevation drawings are translated into reality, a skill that can transform spaces into immersive environments that captivate and inspire visitors.

Visual Vignettes: An Interior Designer’s Guide to Creating Memorable Moments

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“Surroundings” Exhibit Coming to Artists’ Gallery

“ON A COUNTRY ROAD”: This painting by Bill Jersey is part of “Surroundings,” his joint exhibition with Claudia Fouse Fountaine, on view August 8 through September...

“Surroundings” Exhibit Coming to Artists’ Gallery

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