Columbus, OH

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

Coral Gables, FL

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Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

I was on the Book Riot Podcast this week, subbing in for Jeff and sitting down with Rebecca to discuss the latest in the wonderful world of books and reading. Among other things, we talked about The New York Times’s list of the 100 Best Books of the Century, which at the time of recording had not yet been released in full. The top 20 titles would be revealed the following day and Rebecca asked me on the spot if there were any names I expected to see there. So, of course, I promptly forgot how time works as well as the details of every book I’ve ever read.

On Feeling Like an Unserious Reader

Oregon State

Youngstown, OH

The Shy Green

A look at some recent news from the pharmacy world. Rite Aid, a familiar name in communities across the country, is facing some tough times. After filing for bankruptcy, they've now announced the closure of four additional locations, adding to the more than 200 stores already shuttered. These closures are part of Rite Aid's strategy to reevaluate its retail presence and navigate through financial challenges.

A well-known pharmacy is closing four more stores because they went bankrupt

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Boxed Set by Rick Riordan. The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan & Mark Oshiro. Ultimate Greek Mythology by L. J. Tracosas & Charli Vince. What's Inside a Caterpillar Cocoon? by Rachel Ignotofsky. $19. The Story of Black History Box Set by Rockridge Press.

The Best Children’s Book Deals of Amazon Prime Days

Erica and Kelly highlight some of the best new YA releases hitting shelves in July. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter!. Make this your most bookish summer yet...

Sus Watering Adventures

Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower Opens in July 2024. It is wildly prescient. The link of the day is actually a tweet in which Michiko Kakutani sketches the...

Octavia Butler’s PARABLE OF THE SOWER Opens in July 2024. It is wildly prescient.

It’s time for another Riot Recommendation! This week, I’m sharing an epic Arthurian adventure. Over a decade ago, I picked up The Magicians, a tongue-in-cheek novel about a school of magic that was poking fun at the fantasy genre as much as it was a part of it. From the inside jokes to the strange sense of humor — it was clear there was something about Grossman’s storytelling that drew me in from the first few pages. Now, Lev Grossman is back, but this time, he’s writing about the world of King Arthur.

An Epic Arthurian Adventure That’s Fresh and Delightfully Ridiculous

This week’s list of the most read books on Goodreads has shifted dramatically from last week! Get ready for a whole new batch of titles you’ve never heard of! I’m kidding. It’s identical, except two books have swapped spots. But which two?? You’ll have to read on to find out!

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

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

Pompano Beach, FL

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. - On July 12, 2024, local law enforcement took Angelica Mar of Pompano into custody following a disturbing discovery at a residence in Pompano. According to authorities, a decomposing puppy was found in an outdoor cage, prompting an investigation into animal cruelty.

Pompano Beach Woman Arrested for: Heartbreaking Animal Cruelty

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

I’m visiting my parents and friends back in the Ohio River Valley, and the Corgis are having the BEST time frapping around my parents’ backyard. There’s just something about sitting out on the porch with a good book that’s so peaceful. And, of course, there will be days of great audiobook listening as I explore the neighborhood, so today, I’m including two of my favorite audiobooks of all time. But first, let’s jump into bookish goods!

Funny Nonfiction Audiobooks? You Got It!

North Carolina State

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Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

New York State

In this special episode, Jeff and Rebecca are joined by Gilbert Cruz, editor of The New York Times Book Review, to talk about the construction, philosophy, and end result of The New York Times list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st Century. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS,...

Building The 100 Best Books of the Century with Gilbert Cruz, Editor of THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW

Phew, it’s still hot out there friends. I’m getting to the point where all I want to do is lie in my bed next to my air conditioning unit and listen to audiobooks. I will be seeing Chappell Roan this weekend (omg!!) which is making me wonder if I should do a new Book Radar summer playlist. It’s been a minute since I’ve done one. Maybe on Monday? Let me know if you’re interested! But after Chappell Roan, I hope to spend the rest of the weekend reading. Ready to get amped up for some weekend reads yourself? Let’s talk all things books.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard to Narrate Audiobook for Her New Memoir and More Book News!

Wide Open Country

When you see the word "megachurch," what's the first thing that comes to mind? Because I'm not going to put myself on the proverbial stake to be burned, I'm going to be quiet. You can fill in those blanks yourself, Mad Libs-style! For now, we'll focus on a megachurch's production values! Did you know that behind the sermons and biblical stories, there's an entire team making sure everything looks good?

BTS Megachurch Video Shows The Ridiculous Amount Of Effort That Goes Into A Sermon

Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

Virginia State

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The scenes between General Hospital cast members Eden McCoy (Joss Jacks) and Evan Hofer ( Dex Heller) are filled with so much chemistry that some fans believed the couple was dating offscreen.

General Hospital's Eden McCoy is dating actor Jonathan Heit and not her onscreen love Evan Hofer

Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. As part of “Spicy Takes Week” at Polygon, Maddy Myers takes a new angle on the unprecedented situation George R.R. Martin finds himself in. Rather than urge Martin on or call for infinite patience, she says it could be that Martin just doesn’t want to finish the book (or can’t or doesn’t know how)—in short Martin is in a literary cage of his own making, but rather than have to make his own key to escape in the form of publishing the next book, he can simply recognize that he can walk out any time. And the most radical bit of Myers’ argument isn’t that Martin should consider it, but rather that we should accept, and possibly even encourage it—not just to free Martin but also to prevent a half-hearted or half-baked or some other half-intended book to come out, which would serve neither Martin nor readers. I suspect that the stakes are too high—economically, personally, and professionally—for this to happen, but it is thought I had not seen expressed before now.

Free George R.R. Martin from THE WINDS OF WINTER

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