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Columbus, OH

Drake's mansion is being impacted by severe weather in Toronto, and it's got his super luxurious place looking like a water park ... minus the fun!

Drake's Toronto Mansion Floods; Video Shows Damage

The Independent

 A major highway, several thoroughfares and a key transit hub were flooded in Canada's largest city on Tuesday after torrential rain hit Toronto, while power outages were reported in multiple areas.Toronto police said part of the Don Valley Parkway, which runs from the north part of the city into the downtown area, was closed due to flooding. They also said part of Lakeshore Boulevard, which runs along Lake Ontario, was flooded and closed.At the heart of the downtown core, flooding was reported at Union station, a key transit terminus. Subway trains were not stopping at Union, the Toronto Transit...

Flooding on highway in Toronto as torrential rain hits city

Record rainfall leaves large areas of city flooded, drivers stranded and 170,000 without power.

Toronto reels from floods and power cuts after severe storms

Iowa State

A powerful and deadly derecho swept across the Midwest on July 15, 2024, leaving an 800-km (500-mile) path of destruction from Iowa to Indiana. The storm, with wind gusts reaching up to 169 km/h (105 mph), caused extensive damage, power outages affecting hundreds of thousands, and at least one fatality. The National Weather Service issued numerous Tornado Warnings as the storm downed trees, tore roofs off buildings, and disrupted travel across the region.

Powerful derecho blasts through Midwest, leaving a trail of destruction

Minnesota State

Mankato, MN

iHeartRadio

At least two people died and nearly 3 million have been affected by severe flooding in the Midwest, while a crucial dam is 'in imminent failure condition' amid more severe weather.

At Least 2 Dead In Midwest Flooding; Dam In 'Imminent Failure Condition'

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

Texas State

TheDailyBeast

Hurricane Beryl has been upgraded to a “potentially catastrophic” Category 5 storm as it rolls through the southeastern Caribbean on a path that some models project may see it eventually make landfall in Texas.It’s a bad omen for what’s already expected to be a more active than usual hurricane season, which some forecasts estimate may go down as the busiest ever thanks to abnormally high ocean temperatures in the Atlantic.If Beryl were to strike the Lonestar State, models say it’d likely do so Sunday or early next week. There is some good news for Texans, however—Beryl is expected to be...

Earliest Ever Cat 5 Hurricane Now Threatening to Hit the U.S.

A railroad bridge between South Dakota and Iowa has collapsed due to severe flooding, illustrating the extensive impact of the recent heavy rains across the Midwest. This collapse adds to the growing infrastructure damage and challenges faced by the region. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem said the collapse of the bridge is a crucial link for transporting commodities and will have significant repercussions for many months. One person has died in South Dakota and hundreds of homes have been destroyed in Iowa during flooding in the upper US Midwest.

Bridge collapses amid severe flooding in US midwest

Lancaster County, PA

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The Standard

 A man wielding two knives has been shot dead near the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.Five police officers opened fire after he refused police commands and charged at an unarmed man on Tuesday, Milwaukee Chief Jeffrey Norman said at a news conference.Police released body camera footage that showed officers on bikes talking before one of them says: “He’s got a knife.”Several officers then shout “Drop the knife!” as they run toward two men standing in a street. When the armed man moved toward the unarmed man, police fired their weapons.“Someone’s life was in danger,” Mr Norman said. “These officers,...

Knife-wielding man shot dead near the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee

 Aries (March 20 – April 19)As an energetic fire sign, if life becomes too predictable, you’ll often stir things up. This isn’t about causing others problems but, instead, keeping life interesting for you and them. Be aware, however, that not everybody enjoys shake-ups as much as you do. Some, in fact, could be very annoyed.  Taurus (April 20 – May 20)For weeks, if not months, you have managed to sidestep even mentioning certain matters you’ve long known would become troublesome, if not a serious problem. That time is coming. Tackle these now, and you’ll settle them. Be aware...

Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Heavy rains from Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Alberto have driven approximately 200 crocodiles into urban areas in Tamaulipas, northern Mexico, near Texas. Authorities have captured and relocated the reptiles, with sightings primarily in Tampico, Ciudad Madero, and Altamira. Increased water levels cause crocodile migration. Karina Lizeth Saldivar, head of...

200 crocodiles crawl into cities in Northern Mexico near Texas after heavy rain

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — From Afghanistan to Bangladesh, India to Nepal, flash flooding and torrential rain have killed hundreds of people in recent weeks, as the climate crisis amplifies the effects of the monsoon season, bringing widespread devastation to South Asia.

Deadly floods engulf parts of South Asia as extreme weather devastates vulnerable region

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

The world’s most expensive wedding celebrations have drawn to a close, following five months of festivities which spanned Mumbai to Portofino. You might not have had Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on your radar before, but after their lavish pre-wedding parties, which included performances by Rihanna, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber as well as the big day attended by the Kardashians, Tony Blair and Priyanka Copra, the name Ambani has been on everyone’s lips. And given the events are estimated to have totalled around $600 million, the bride’s looks were as extravagant as you’d expect. The new Mrs Ambani —...

Radhika Ambani wore four custom dresses for her $600m wedding

Severe, widespread flooding hit parts of central China on July 15 and 16, 2024, as record-breaking torrential rains, with up to a year’s worth in 24 hours, claimed at least four lives. An orange alert was issued in Central China’s Henan province at 09:00 LT on July 16 after...

A year’s worth of rain in one day, massive floods hit central China

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?

 Jay Slater's best friend has paid tribute to the “happiest and most smiley person” after a body was found near to his last known location.While formal identification has not yet taken place, the remains were found by the Spanish Civil Guard with the 19-year-old's clothes and possessions in the Tenerife village of Masca on Monday.In a post on social media, Lucy Law, one of two close friends Jay had gone on holiday with in Tenerife, said in a moving tribute: “'Honestly lost for words. “Always the happiest and most smiley person in the room, you was one of a kind...

Jay Slater's best friend pays heartbreaking tribute to 'happiest' person after body found on Tenerife

Virginia State

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

UPI News

Two tropical storm systems, forming in the southern Gulf of Mexico and in the Atlantic Ocean, could impact much of the southern United States this week to kick off what is forecast to be a "very active" hurricane season.

2 tropical storm systems take aim at Texas, Southeast

 Drake has shared footage of his flooded mansion as heavy rains hit Toronto causing power outages.The multi-Grammy-winning rapper posted the clip to his Instagram, showing possessions in his lavish home, dubbed “The Embassy”, covered by brown rainwater.He joked in a caption: “This better be Espresso Martini.”The torrential rains in Canada’s largest city flooded a major highway and key transport hubs, while also causing power outages.Toronto police said part of the Don Valley Parkway, which runs from the north part of the city into the downtown area, was closed due to flooding. They said part of Lakeshore Boulevard, which runs along...

Drake shares video of his flood-hit mansion as Toronto storms wreak havoc

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