By now, even if you’re not a surfer, you’ve likely seen that picture of Gabriel Medina at the Olympic Games at Teahupo’o. It’s an incredible image; one that is, for good reason, taking the internet by storm. But since the internet is… well, the internet, a million claims of “photoshop!” are following it around. It was not photoshopped, and here’s proof.

Gabriel Medina and the Photo Heard ‘Round the World: Here’s the Video

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

In July of 2024, Tom Curren turned 60. It was a significant milestone for Tom, and for surfing. Thirty-four years after he won his last world title, Curren has remained as popular, and relevant, as ever. Now you don’t have to go far back to remember 60 as being a surfer’s retirement age. While the fittest, and keenest of surfers might stay healthy in the water and progress to a longboard to keep the passion alive, it was generally seen as the start of a downward spiral. Surfing wasn’t meant for old dudes; that was golf, lawn bowls and, in a pinch, tennis.

These Are the Best 60-Year-Old Surfers on the Planet

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Claudia Lamascolo

Here is a cookie from my childhood that Mom always had in the cookie jar. Peanut butter cookies were an easy favorite, and we just loved helping her make them they were super easy.

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

Red Bluff, CA

Boardman, OR

BOARDMAN, Ore. – Greg Gutierrez of Red Bluff, Calif. started off Day One for the BAM Pro Tour at the Columbia River where he left off a month ago at the BAM Pro/Am and his strategy earned him the top spot with a TourneyX verified five-fish limit that weighed 19.41 on the first day’s leaderboard at the three-day event presented by the Boardman Chamber of Commerce / Boardman Parks and Recreation.

Greg Gutierrez by Weigh; Jake Boomer by Scorables: First Day Leaders at BAM Pro Tour at Columbia River

ELANCOURT, France -- Tom Pidcock stepped down from the top step of an Olympic podium for the second time, the British anthem giving way to cheers from even the French fans, and spotted a blown-up cardboard photo of his face held aloft by one of the spectators. Pidcock took it...

Britain's Tom Pidcock makes winning pass on final lap to defend his Olympic mountain bike title

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The leg of an Australian surfer has been found on the shore of New South Wales after he was involved in a horrific shark attack.

Surfer’s Leg Found on the Shore of New South Wales

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Massachusetts State

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Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

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

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

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Chicago, IL

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Virginia State

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Huntington Beach, CA

I, like many of you I assume, grew up on Sublime. When Bradley Nowell died, it hit hard. It’s strange how the death of someone you’ve never met can feel so intensely personal, isn’t it? Now, all these years later, Bradley Nowell’s son Jakob has taken up his father’s mantle, and it feels right. Recently, Jakob sat down with Conner Coffin on the 805 Cold Beer Surf Club to talk about… a whole lot.

Jakob Nowell and Conner Coffin Talk Sublime, Legacy, and Carrying Bradley Nowell’s Torch

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?

Minnesota State

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Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of North Dakota and northern Minnesota from the late evening into overnight. These storms are capable of producing damaging winds and large hail. Refer to the detailed forecast for further specifics below.

Damaging Winds & Large Hail Expected; Northern Plains; Late Evening – Night of July 27th, 2024

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

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Kai Lenny Presents…Wing Foil Fishing

Admittedly, I’d never seen or thought of wing foil fishing until I came across Kai Lenny giving it a swing. I had to look it up...

Kai Lenny Presents…Wing Foil Fishing

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