Columbus, OH

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Archaeologists in Campeche, Mexico, have found an underground structure beneath a Maya ball court, as well as offerings on top of a Maya pyramid at another site.

Mysterious Maya underground structure unearthed in Mexico

Arizona State

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Border Report

Arizona deputy alerts border agents to migrant smuggling event after stopping driver who made unsafe lane change in front of semi

California man claims 5 Mexicans wearing camouflage in SUV were his relatives

The Associated Press

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Javier Aguirre will coach Mexico for the third time. Rafael Marquez, who played in five World Cups for Mexico and was the coach of Barcelona’s reserve team, will be groomed by Aguirre to become the national coach, the Mexican Football Association confirmed on Monday.

Aguirre returns as Mexico coach for a third time with Marquez assisting

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

New York City, NY

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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

Salon

Former President Donald Trump is continuing his push to get out of a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. After President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the presidential race on Sunday, Trump immediately complained about the second scheduled presidential debate, suggesting that it should be broadcast by Fox News instead of the "very biased" ABC. Trump agreed to the debate back in May.

Trump, trying to get out of a scheduled debate with Kamala Harris, now says ABC "is not worthy"

Virginia State

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

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?

Reuters

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -An explosion at a Jose Cuervo tequila plant in central Mexico killed at least five company workers and forced the evacuation of tourists from the area in the spirit's hometown of Tequila, the head of the state's emergency services said on Tuesday.

Blast at Jose Cuervo plant in Mexico's Tequila kills at least five people

Anchorage, AK

Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

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

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

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CALIFORNIA – A month after Big Lots released its Quarter 1 results reporting a net loss of $205.0 million, or $6.99 per share, the company website shows 54 stores closing in California with a 20% off sale.

List of 54 Big Lots stores closing in California with 20% off sale

TheDailyBeast

Brazilian researchers have found sharks off the coast of Brazil with concentrations of cocaine higher than other marine creatures, according to a new study published on July 15. The 13 sharpnose sharks found off the shores of the Brazilian vacation capital, Rio De Janeiro, had concentrations of cocaine up to 100 times higher than other aquatics animals tested by the Brazilian marine biologists from the Oswaldo Cruz foundation. Twelve of the 13 sharks also tested positive for benzoylecgonine, which is a chemical created as a result of cocaine metabolism, according to Interesting Engineering. Cocaine can lead sharks to an early grave, alter their DNA, change their behavior and possibly blind them, according to the study. The presence of cocaine in the water is believed to be caused by drug traffickers. A 2023 study found cocaine had contaminated 37 countries’ sewage and surface water, which were tested between 2011-2017.Read it at Interesting EngineeringRead more at The Daily Beast.

Watch Out for Coked-Out Sharks Off the Coast of Brazil

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexican security officials found the bodies of 19 men piled into the back of a truck, the local prosecutor's office said late on Monday, with the victims allegedly linked to a gunfight between a Guatemalan criminal gang and Mexico's powerful Sinaloa cartel.

In Mexico, 19 bodies found in truck as violence spreads in southern state

CIUDAD HIDALGO, México (AP) — Hundreds of migrants from around a dozen countries left from Mexico’s southern border on foot Sunday, as they attempt to make it to the U.S. border. Some of the members of the group said they hoped to make it to the U.S....

Hundreds of migrants leave southern Mexico on foot in a new caravan headed for the US border

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Paola Salcedo was rushed to a hospital but attempts to save her life were unsuccessful.

TV Host Killed in Carjacking Attempt: Details on Death of Paola Salcedo

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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Mexico turns to Javier Aguirre, Rafael Marquez

Javier Aguirre will guide Mexico to 2026 World Cup. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup two years away, the Mexican Futbol Federation has has turned to...

Mexico turns to Javier Aguirre, Rafael Marquez

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