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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

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A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Os do Fondo da Barra – BâNZô (Os do Fondo da Barra, 2024) The Os do Fondo da Barra (OFB) is a Galician music group from northwestern Spain that originated within the Cultural Association Xacarandaina in the city of A Coruña. This association has been active for 45 years, serving as one of the main pillars of the region’s folklore due to its efforts in the recovery of Galician Cultural Heritage. OFB includes 15 male members who perform s expressive, emotive and joyful songs collected from across the Galician territory, aiming to represent the time-honored male songs of Galicia’s intangible art.

Os do Fondo da Barra Honors the Male Vocal Tradition of Galicia

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Marriage is considered the most sacred phase of a relationship. Not everybody is blessed to have a lasting partner committed to marriage. But do you know this trait can most likely be found through their zodiac sign? That's true. Zodiac signs play a pivotal role in deciding a person's traits, including their willingness to marry.

4 Zodiac Signs Most Likely to Embrace the Joys of Marriage

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

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Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

You may think you know Stax, but this seven-CD set of 146 tracks (140 never before released) proves again how much creative genius was contained in that old Memphis theater turned recording studio. These songwriter demos are loose and unfinished – usually without a full band backing, and sans horn section. But they’re still soulful, funky, and in most cases, stunners. Plus, if you’re a fan of Steve Cropper and the Memphis guitar sound, you can hear it here loud and clear.

Written In Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos

Gospel music has long served as a powerful expression of faith, hope, and resilience within the African American religious experience and beyond. From its roots in spirituals and hymns sung by enslaved Africans, gospel music has evolved into a vibrant genre that uplifts and inspires millions worldwide. This article explores the timeless appeal and enduring significance of the Top Most Popular 15 Best Gospel Songs of All Time, showcasing the voices and messages that have touched hearts across generations. From soul-stirring classics that resonate with themes of redemption and salvation to contemporary anthems of praise and worship, each song on this list has left an indelible mark on the gospel music landscape.

15 Best Gospel Songs of All Time

Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

This was the year that gave us some of the most unforgettable guitar riffs in the history of classic rock. These riffs are not just tunes; they define the year and bring back memories of big hair, leather jackets, and the first notes of rebellion. Let’s dive into the seven heaviest riffs that 1976 had to offer.

The 7 Heaviest Classic Rock Riffs from 1976

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The streets of MacArthur Park were alive with the energy of L.A.'s Mexican community on Sunday. In a grand display of civic duty, Mexican citizens living in Los Angeles flocked to the Mexican Consulate, eager to cast their historic vote.

Thousands Line Up at L.A.’s Mexican Consulate To Cast Their Historic Vote for Mexico’s First Woman President

Nashville, TN

Organ concertos are too infrequently recorded, so the announcement of a new release entitled "Organ Concertos," (Naxos Catalog Number 559936) featuring GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs as soloist with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero, is cause for celebration. The album, part of the Naxos "American Classics" series, will be officially released August 23, 2024. It is the latest in Mr. Jacobs' many ongoing efforts to expand the symphonic literature featuring the organ.

Grammy Award-Winning Organist Paul Jacobs & Nashville Symphony to Release Organ Concertos On Naxos

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Most of us who engage in heavy alcohol use do so to self-medicate. And we self-medicate because we don’t know how to feel, process, and sit with our uncomfortable emotions. There are many ways to avoid uncomfortable feelings; heavy alcohol use is just one way (among many) to numb out, avoid, or escape. A lot of us who have abused alcohol, myself included, do so to regulate our emotions, or we think we are regulating our emotions through self-medication.

Opinion: Heavy Alcohol Use Increases Emotional Dysregulation

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

Even though it’s only midyear, I predict that LA artist Courtney Farren’s debut album Punchlines will be on numerous “Best of 2024” lists. Farren’s voice feels like sunlight emerging from the clouds – and her new song “Lifelines” sounds like a lost track from the Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds.

Courtney Farren soars on “Lifelines”, from her debut album

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Album Review: Mabe Fratti – Sentir Que No Sabes

With her latest album, Sentir Que No Sabes, Mabe Fratti continues to visit liminal and labyrinthine spaces, navigating states of being that frequently lead to abiding...

Album Review: Mabe Fratti – Sentir Que No Sabes

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