The crew of a British yacht had to be rescued after an orca sank their vessel in the Strait of Gibraltar, according to Spanish authorities. It is the latest in a long-running series of "interactions" between orcas and midsize sailing yachts off the coast of Spain. On Wednesday night, the...

Orcas Sink Yacht in Strait of Gibraltar

PARIS -- French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla will be allowed to participate in the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics wearing a cap to cover her hair, an agreement reached with the French Olympic Committee after Sylla said she was barred because of her hijab. During Friday's opening ceremony, which includes...

French sprinter will wear a cap during Olympic opening ceremony after hijab dispute is resolved

Environmental activists were out in force last weekend in Brittany, France, in opposition to the growing number of cruise ship visits. The Stop Croisières BZH and Extinction Rebellion groups managed to block a cruise ship entering the port of Finistère. Protestors Stop Luxury Cruise Ship Guests from Coming...

Protesters Block Cruise Ship From Docking at Port

Hawaii State

Honolulu, HI

The Associated Press

HONOLULU--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2024-- The Amerigo Vespucci, the historic sailing ship and training vessel of the Italian Navy, will arrive in Honolulu on July 25, the 21st stage of its World Tour, following an 18-day, 2,500-mile-long voyage from Los Angeles.  This is the Ship’s second visit to the capital of Hawaii -- the first occurred in 2002 during its first World Tour.  The Amerigo Vespucci, the custodian of the oldest naval and maritime traditions for over 90 years, is one of the most well-known symbols of Italy in the World. The Vespucci “World Tour” initiative, strongly supported by Italy’s Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto, combines the traditional training activities of the Officer Cadets with the promotion of Made in Italy excellence. The Vespucci is the emblem of the Italian Navy and of Italy itself: in the wake of maritime traditions, it has enhanced the country’s prestige over the years. The ship departed on July 1, 2023, from the Port of Genoa to circumnavigate the globe over about 2 years, carrying with it the culture, history, innovation, science, research and technology that make Italy a great Country, appreciated worldwide. 

The Italian Navy Historic Sailing Ship ‘Amerigo Vespucci’ to Stop in Honolulu

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

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

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

Virginia State

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

Alaska State

ABC News

NORAD intercepted Russian and Chinese bombers off  of Alaska marking the first time that Chinese military planes have been intercepted off of Alaska

Russian and Chinese bombers intercepted off of Alaska

Castaic, CA

New York Post

A California mother was purportedly scammed out of going on a Carnival cruise with her children that she had planned a year in advance — and initially lost $900 — after she fell prey to a fraudster, according to a new report.

Brittany Paine, of Castaic, was set to voyage to Ensenada, Mexico, over Mother’s Day weekend, but her plans were shockingly wrecked when her Carnival booking was canceled just days before, leaving her on the verge of tears.  

The sea-sickening scam began when she called a number for what she thought was Carnival about a cabin upgrade and spoke to...

Scammer cancels unsuspecting Calif. family’s $900 Carnival cruise trip just days before ship set sail

Missouri State

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- As state treasurer, Vivek Malek pushed Missouri's main retirement system to pull its investments from Chinese companies, making Missouri among the first nationally to do so. Now Malek is touting the Chinese divestment as he seeks reelection in an Aug. 6 Republican primary against challengers who also are denouncing financial connections to China.

Amid tensions with China, some US states are purging Chinese companies from their investments

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — A fishing boat carrying 27 people sank nearly 200 miles (320 kilometers) off the Falkland Islands, leaving at least six people dead and seven missing, British and Spanish officials said Tuesday. Fourteen people made it onto a life raft and were rescued by two...

At least 6 people are dead and 7 are missing after a fishing vessel sinks in the South Atlantic

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

On the mat, gymnast Jordan Chiles is confident, carefree and the biggest hype person for her fellow teammates. "I may be competing for a spot too, but I want everyone to win," she told Teen Vogue in an interview as the magazine's July/August cover star. "I do my best gymnastics when I am out there relaxed and helping others feel supported."

Jordan Chiles on overcoming body shaming, racial discrimination in gymnastics and more

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Jenna Johnson and Daniella Karagach are in mommy heaven. The "Dancing with the Stars" pros recently gave their social media followers a glimpse at the cutest playdate ever: Karagach's daughter Nikita playing with Johnson's son Rome. Johnson shared a post on Monday of Nikita and Rome enjoying a swing set...

'DWTS' pros Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach share photos of their babies playing together

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?

New Mexico State

Ruidoso, NM

When wildfires ignited on June 17 in the Sierra Blanca Mountains, Tresa Halbrooks knew things would be different for the town of Ruidoso.

Small New Mexico town ravaged by fire and flood held together by hometown heroes

PARIS -- Five players on Australia's women's water polo team for the Paris Olympics have tested positive for COVID-19. Anna Meares, the chef de mission for the Australian team in Paris, said the COVID cases have been confined to the water polo team. She said the affected players are clear to practice when they feel well enough to train.

Five players on Australia’s women’s water polo team have tested positive for COVID-19

PARIS -- The U.S. figure skating team was formally confirmed as gold medalists from the 2022 Beijing Olympics by a sports court ruling Thursday, opening the way for the team to get its medals at the Paris Summer Games. “We are thrilled to finally honor these incredible athletes," Sarah Hirshland,...

US figure skaters to get team gold medals at Paris Olympics after doping case ruling

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An Indigenous sailor who has never owned a boat is the flagbearer for Fiji for Paris Games

MARSEILLE, France -- Growing up in Fiji in the South Pacific, Viliame Ratulu saw sailing as a “rich man’s sport.”. The 24-year-old Ratulu has never owned...

An Indigenous sailor who has never owned a boat is the flagbearer for Fiji for Paris Games

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