Columbus, OH

The Sky Sports announcer lamented. “Oh, no, don’t like that.”. You probably didn’t either. You’ve maybe seen what happened. The clip quickly went viral Thursday. In it, the 58-year-old Englishman approached what looked like a 1-inch putt for bogey on Carnoustie’s 7th green — and at this point in the description, it’s clear where this is headed. Holding the putter with just his right hand during the Senior Open’s first round, Broadhurst swung and missed. Maybe there was contact. Maybe not. But the ball didn’t go in, and Broadhurst had burned a stroke. (In the Rules of Golf, a “stroke” is defined this way: “The forward movement of the club made to strike the ball.”

Pro’s 1-inch putting gaffe goes viral. But there’s more to the story

BLAINE, Minn. — In golf, at every level, players police themselves. Which means there’s gray area. Enter Rule 13.1c, Improvements Allowed on Putting Green, which rules experts will recall was tweaked in 2019. Under the new legislation, players now are permitted to repair damage to a green without...

‘Does seem excessive sometimes’: Are pros abusing this rule?

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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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

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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

Virginia State

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

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. For lots of weekend warriors, par-3s represent a great scoring opportunity. Having the chance to hit a green in regulation with an iron in hand can be a rarity for high-handicappers, and most par-3s give them that chance.

Struggling on par-3s? Try this strategy

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?

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

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

Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

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

Boston, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced two special poodles, Delia and Elle, who were found as strays in Boston just two days apart. Despite their initial separation, these poodles were reunited at the animal shelter, and it was immediately clear that they knew each other well. The shelter shared their heartwarming story, stating:

Meet Delia & Elle: The Stray Dogs Who Found Each Other Against All Odds

When the Irish Open returns to Royal County Down in September, it will stir fond memories for Billy Horschel. The American, who finished tied second behind compatriot Xander Schauffele at last week's Open Championship, has not been back to the iconic links since the 2007 Walker Cup. Then a fresh-faced...

Horschel excited by return to scene of McIlroy scalp

Billy Horschel was somehow the first player on the range ahead of the 3M Open this week despite an exhausting week in Scotland. For the very first time in his career, Horschel held the 54-hole lead in a major championship at last week's Open Championship. Horschel somehow cultivated a 2-under...

Billy Horschel shows true colours at PGA Tour event after Open near miss

A missed cut at the Open Championship aside, it's been an incredible month for Bryson DeChambeau. The guy won a U.S. Open and now he's winning YouTube with his "Breaking 50" video with Donald Trump. These numbers might be more impressive than Bryson's Trackman stats. This week, DeChambeau returns to...

Bryson DeChambeau sounds like a politician when asked if he'd ever run for President

Blaine, MN

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It’s make or break time on the PGA Tour.
The chase for the FedEx Cup Playoffs is on, and players have only two events left to earn their spot in the top 70 before the playoffs begin in three weeks. Chance No. 1 is this week in Blaine, Minnesota, at TPC Twin Cities for the 2024 3M Open.
The purse at the Rocket Mortgage Classic is $8.1 million with $1.48 million going to the winner. Lee Hodges is the defending champion.
3M Open: Odds, picks to win
From tee times to TV and streaming info, here’s everything you need to know for the first...

3M Open 2024 Thursday tee times, PGA Tour pairings and how to watch

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Schauffele is enjoying the fruits of his summer, and in an interview with SI he also discussed the upcoming Paris Olympics.

Xander Schauffele Reveals the First Thing He Drank Out of the Claret Jug

The 2024 3M Open begins Thursday, July 25, with the opening round at the TPC Twin Cities. You can find full 3M Open tee times for Thursday’s first round at the bottom of this post. Featured tee time for Round 1. We’ve reached the end of the PGA Tour...

2024 3M Open Thursday tee times: Round 1 groupings

South Carolina State

Bluffton, SC

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In a recent study recently released by popular website safewise.com ranking the safest cities in South Carolina, Bluffton, in Beaufort County, came in at a very impressive #1 on the list this year.

These are the top safest towns in South Carolina

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Billy Horschel, and 12 words to a defeated pro that tell us something more

Billy Horschel didn’t win. He then found someone else who hadn’t. Thriston Lawrence could’ve won the Open Championship, though. Fired a six-under 65 during Saturday’s third...

Billy Horschel, and 12 words to a defeated pro that tell us something more

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