Columbus, OH

The US Sun

TEST your eyesight and challenge your brain by seeing if you can spot the badger hidden among a sea of zebras. This mind-boggling optical illusion is more challenging than meets the eye, but if you can find the badger in 10 seconds or less, you may have a higher IQ than your average puzzle enthusiast.

Everyone sees the herd of zebras – but you’ve got high IQ and 20/20 vision if you can find the hiding badger in 10 secs

The Grammy winner offers some inspiration to her fans by sharing a video of her becoming more confident doing a difficult workout in the gym. Lizzo is giving the girls some serious fitness inspiration these days. The Grammy-winning singer has been drinking her water, staying active and in the gym,...

'Stay Focused': A Lean Lizzo Shows Off The Progress Of Her Fitness Journey

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

A TikTok has gone viral, appearing to show an ordinary microwave either haunted or transformed into a walkie-talkie after its owners flipped the breaker switch in their home. For anyone not in the know, a breaker switch is an electrical switch designed to protect any given electrical circuit from damage caused by overloads or short circuits. It interrupts current flow after protective relays detect a fault. It’s essentially a safety feature and may reset electrical appliances to their default settings when flipped. What it’s not supposed to do is completely transform electrical appliances into something else.

‘HOW DOES SOMEONE HACK A MICROWAVE’: Couple flips a breaker only to transform their microwave into a walkie-talkie

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

WUHAN, China — The next time you see a firefly twinkling in the air, think twice about its origin. A team of international researchers has discovered that some spiders are master puppeteers, manipulating trapped fireflies to broadcast false mating calls. This deceptive light show lures more unsuspecting fireflies to their doom.

Silk stalkings: Spiders turn fireflies into living lures by ‘hacking’ their signals

Vogue Magazine

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links. I first experienced the Lyma laser while lying prone on Ivan Pol’s facial bed. Pol, known as “The Beauty Sandwich” for his stacked method of caring for the skin, burnished the handheld laser en suite like a cowboy in a Spaghetti Western. Because I trust him with my face (actually, my entire body)—I finally wondered if this was the tool for me.

Is the Lyma Laser Legit? I Tried It for 13 Weeks

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

New York Post

Millie Slater has been inclined to share the secrets of her shocking weight loss transformation.

The 20-year-old marketing executive from Northamptonshire, England, posted a TikTok earlier this month showing herself at 253 pounds in January 2023 before skipping forward to footage of a lean, mean 147-pound Slater just 12 months later. 

Flexing her toned shoulders in a tube top, Slater credits consistency for helping her shed weight and shred her body. The clip has amassed 350,000 views, with commentators congratulating Slater, calling her an inspiration and clamoring for tips. 



Sick of failing with fad diets, Slater joined a gym last year...

I lost 106 pounds in a year — thanks to one simple gym hack

THIS mind-boggling optical illusion has puzzle fanatics stumped and struggling to find the answer – but do you have what it takes? If you can spot the leopard among the rocky ravine in this illusion within 11 seconds, you may have 20/20 vision and a high IQ. Everyone can see the debris in the picture. Bur, only individuals […]

Everyone can see the rocks – but you have 20/20 vision & a high IQ if you can find the camouflaged leopard in 11 seconds

It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Tom's Guide

Kill two birds with one stone with this upper body and core muscle-building dumbbell routine.

Forget planks — this 7-move dumbbell routine sculpts your core and upper body

In this episode of the Senior Fitness with Meredith, we discuss the seven essential movements that you should incorporate into your daily routine to maintain mobility, agility, and overall physical fitness. These simple yet effective exercises require no equipment and can be done by anyone, regardless of their fitness level. Listen in to learn how these moves can help you stay active, independent, and feeling your best every day!

7 Best Moves to Keep You Active Every Day

Whether it's U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau or a 25-handicapper who can't carry the ball 200 yards, you'll never hear any golfer ever say they don't want more distance. Even when you're striping it off the tee, there's still that little voice in your head wondering, can I hit it even farther?

Get 20 more yards off the tee by 'snapping' your drives

Denver, CO

David Heitz

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

Wyoming State

WyoFile

There aren’t many advantages to working nights, Alan Nash says, but getting a glimpse of the aurora borealis is one. Nash, a locomotive engineer, photographed the green and magenta ribbons of light early Monday just south of Bill, Wyoming.

Northern lights brighten the night shift

Montana State

To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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Advanced Cobra Roll – A half-roll up and a positive snap down really wows the crowd!

As you become more proficient in your aerobatic ability, you will naturally begin to combine elements of different maneuvers within a single figure. One such maneuver...

Advanced Cobra Roll – A half-roll up and a positive snap down really wows the crowd!

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