In an effort to improve natural habitats, restore historical landscapes and create more accessible green space, the National Trust has revealed plans to massively expand Saltram Countryside Park in Plymouth. The Devon park covers 213 hectares (528 acres) and right now only a portion of it has free public access....

This seaside country park in Devon is doubling in size

Everyone loves a rollercoaster, right? Well, according to ongoing drama in Loch Lomond, apparently not. Here’s the TL;DR of the hottest gossip in the UK amusement park community: Flamingo Land, a resort and theme park in Yorkshire, wants to expand. Its owners decided to take their business ventures north, where competition is limited and there’s a lot of empty space. They set their sights on the bottom of Loch Lomond for a new ‘mega resort’, which you can read more about here.

Flamingo Land Loch Lomond: Why is massive new Scottish theme park so controversial?

There's another addition to the list of swish developments coming to the Great Ocean Road, alongside a new hot springs resort, swanky visitor centre at the 12 Apostles and a huge sculptural lookout at the Blowhole landmark. Next up on the agenda for upgrades to the famed coastal region is a makeover for the beloved seaside spot of Apollo Bay, with a multi-million dollar development slated for the town.

This tiny town on the Great Ocean Road is getting a multi-million dollar upgrade to its waterfront area

Some say that the UK seaside lost much of its appeal with the advent of low-cost commercial air travel. We say that anyone who thinks that simply isn’t going to the right beaches. The UK, being an island and all, has thousands of beaches. It’s physically impossible to get...

This beach has been crowned the best in the UK by the Times

The famous mochi balls by Min Fong Hong in Tsuen Wan are now available in supermarkets! City'super has just announced that they will be launching these chewy delights at five of their branches across the city, with an exclusive new almond flavour up for grabs. Here’s everything you need to know about when, where, and how to get your hands on them.

These viral mochi treats are now available at City'super

Boston, MA

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Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places.

Neoclassical Revival House, 1909, Boston

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

Hafsah is a serious, devout student from Bradford; Bilal is a lad from Birmingham; studying in London, they bond over a peanut butter and blueberry sandwich, but is their evident bond enough to surmount the social and cultural differences between them? Usaamah Ibraheem Hussain and Humera Syed star in the debut play by Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan, which is also the final piece of programming in Indhu Rubasingham’s tenure as Kiln artistic director.

Peanut Butter & Blueberries

Wyoming State

WyoFile

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

Lancaster County, PA

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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

Boston, NY

Summer in the city is no joke this year. Boston is blanketed in a heat advisory and real-feel temperatures are over 100°F. Mayor Michelle Wu announced a heat emergency on Monday, July 15, and it doesn't show any signs of letting up. Temperatures will reach into the high 90s...

Fun ways to stay cool in Boston during the 2024 heatwave

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?

New Amsterdam, IN

Love oysters? Get to shucking with The Little Island this summer. Starting July 31 until August 4, Little Island is hosting a one-of-a-kind oyster market. Curated by New Amsterdam Market founder and culinary world all-star Robert LaValva, the market will include live oyster shucking and vendors onsite with more snacks and bites aplenty. In collaboration with the market, The Oyster Radio Hour will be playing in the amphitheater. Pop by the live radio show to learn about the resilience and the many ecological roles of the oyster. Admission to the market is free while food and beverage will be available for purchase.

New Amsterdam Oyster Market at Little Island

Pennsylvania State

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“Who sits there and thinks, with all the needs we have in America, of criminalizing the homeless?” wonders Pastor Robert Brown of Bristol’s Bible Evangelical Methodist Church after learning that the United States Supreme Court approved punishing those experiencing homelessness who have nowhere to sleep.

After SCOTUS OK’s Criminalization of Homelessness, Pennsylvania Democrats Plan Legislative Response to Protect Rights of the Unhoused

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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

Virginia State

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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

Calling all science fans! If you’re fed up with the three-hour journey to Canberra to get to Questacon – Australia’s super-interactive National Science and Technology Centre – this is the news you’ve been waiting for. As part of South Eveleigh’s winter events series, Sydney is scoring its very own Questacon pop-up, alongside a series of other activations to keep Sydneysiders entertained through one of the city's coldest months.

South Eveleigh's winter events series

Las Vegas, NV

Usually the announcement of a new happy hour gets just a cursory glance. You simply scan it and see that the menu cuts a couple bucks off a handful of appetizers and a couple of drinks. But what Scotch 80 Prime just announced was eye opening. The venerable Palms steakhouse...

This is the best happy hour in Las Vegas right now

New York City, NY

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

Florida State

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Florida’s New Law on Condo Association Parking: A Comprehensive Overview. Broward County, FL. -- With many South Floirda condo assocations blocking owners and renters from parking their trucks and business vans in their own drivesways, residents have fought back with their legislators. Now, Florida has recently passed a new law that significantly impacts the rules around parking in condominium association lots and driveways. This law, which will go into effect on July 1, 2024, has stirred up a lot of discussion among homeowners and condo associations alike.

Florida's New Law on Condo Parking: Truck Owners & Business Owners Win Big

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This popular English seaside town’s pier is getting a massive £11 million makeover

In times gone by, Scarborough was the place to be in the summer months. These days, it’s not quite the bustling holiday destination it used to...

This popular English seaside town’s pier is getting a massive £11 million makeover

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