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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

Massachusetts State

NewsByJoshua

Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

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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

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?

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

The summer is a good time to take stock of how your kids are faring. Are they doing something that excites them? Do they wake up every morning eager to get going? Are they happy?. I did not ask about their grades, because if you answered "yes" to those questions,...

I talked to 70 parents who raised highly successful adults: 4 things they always did when their kids were young

Barbie expands on the cultural significance of inclusion in the gay community. For gay men, collecting Barbie dolls can serve as a way to reclaim or reaffirm a sense of identity. In the world of collecting, passions often run deep and defy conventional expectations. That’s a good thing, or else...

Why Gay Men Collect Barbie Dolls

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Denver, CO

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

Plaquemine, LA

Shine My Crown

Meet Shakira Scott, a remarkable 19-year-old African American real estate agent from Plaquemine, Louisiana, who has earned six figures in just one year. Inspired by her mother, a real estate broker, Shakira embarked on her real estate journey right after high school. Graduating at 17, Shakira took her pre-license real...

Shakira Scott: 19-Year-Old Teen Real Estate Mogul Already Making Six Figures

Upworthy

A forensics student named Alex recently shared vital information on TikTok that all women should know. She detailed the specific signs male predators are looking for when they choose a victim.
Her video is based on a 2013 study entitled “Psychopathy and Victim Selection: The Use of Gait as a Cue to Vulnerability.” For the study, researchers interviewed violent criminals in prison and asked them the type of women they’d be most likely to victimize.
The study found that the criminals all agreed that how the woman walked was a deciding factor.

Forensics student reveals the two types of women predators target based on how they walk

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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In today's world, countless articles and videos promise to boost your attractiveness, likability, and influence. While adding new positive traits can enhance your personality, sometimes the key to improvement lies in eliminating detrimental habits.

The Top 5 Habits That Can Diminish Your Attractiveness

Do your relatives expect affection from your kids? In lots of families, refusing to hug a grandparent or let an aunt give them a big kiss on the cheek is considered rude. But while it’s common in a lot of families, just like adults — sometimes kids don’t want to be touched. And we definitely want kids to feel like they have control over what happens with their own bodies.

How to explain consent and boundaries to your affectionate family

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Strong women often face unique challenges in the dating world. Despite their confidence, independence, and ambition, these qualities can sometimes intimidate potential partners. Men, in particular, might feel overwhelmed or threatened by a woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. This dynamic can lead to various excuses men use to distance themselves from strong women. Understanding these excuses can help strong women navigate their relationships more clearly and confidently.

Excuses men use to run from strong women

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

The Atlantic

Poor Black Kids Are Doing Better. Poor White Kids Are Doing Worse.

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National Urban League focuses on helping young black males

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE)—African American professionals, including New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams, discussed ways to help young black males succeed during the National Urban League conference...

National Urban League focuses on helping young black males

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