Kansas City, MO

Columbus, OH

If you've scrolled through any of the social media platforms lately then you might have spied the latest gadget from Ninja. The brand has been making a splash in the home appliance market, offering affordable and innovative devices to make everything from ice cream to soda. Ninja's latest viral device is the Slushi, a pro-grade frozen drink maker.

Our Honest Review of the Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker

Food & Wine

From classic pairings like cherries and kirsch to more surprising duos, these fruit-and-alcohol combinations are made for each other.

The Best Booze for Spiking Your Fruit Desserts, According to a Pro Baker

District of Columbia

Good news: Fall-themed decor and fare will be here before we know it. Bad news: That means summer is coming to an end. Before welcoming all things apple and pumpkin, let’s properly bid adieu to the season by trying one of the many frozen cocktails around D.C. Cool down...

Frozen Drinks to Try During D.C.’s Last Weeks of Summer

Today is National Rum Day, so let’s take a beat to consider this often-overlooked spirit. It’s easy to drink, easy to mix, and for that reason it sometimes doesn’t get celebrated as much as more challenging spirits like Scotch. But rum is a vast category, encompassing everything from complex, aged fine rums for sipping to sweet spiced rums for casual mixed drinks, so it’s worth taking some time to explore all the variety that it offers.

From the Daiquiri to the Painkiller, rum is the backbone of a huge variety of cocktails

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Emily Standley Allard

"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

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The Bahama Mama isn't classic or sophisticated but, despite those limitations, the sweet rum cocktail tastes like tropical bliss. Plus, it's easy to craft and fun to sip wherever you happen to be in the world.

Bahama Mama: Tropical Bliss in a Glass

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

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

NewsNinja

"I worked at Walgreens for 4 years. There was never a dress code for customers". A Walgreens shopper says a manager kicked her out of the store for not following the store’s dress code, sparking outrage in a viral TikTok.

I didn’t realize you had a new dress code for customers: Walgreens shopper says she was forced out

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

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

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Sanford, FL

There’s nothing quite like finding a slice of Europe in an unexpected place. Imagine stepping into a charming German village, filled with the aroma of sizzling sausages, freshly baked pretzels, and the irresistible allure of schnitzel. Now, what if I told you that this culinary adventure awaits you not...

The Schnitzel At This Florida Restaurant Is So Good, You’ll Swear You’re In Germany

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Nashville, TN

New York Post

The college student whose body was found in a Nashville river this spring had consumed as many as 15 alcoholic beverages before he died, according to police.

Riley Strain, 22, whose body was found in the Cumberland River on March 22, had been heavily drinking before he vanished during a night out with his Delta Chi fraternity brothers in Nashville on March 8, police told news station WSMV.

Based on interviews with Stain’s fraternity brothers, the police investigation determined that the University of Missouri student had 12 to 15 drinks before he died, WSMV 4 reported.



The Delta Chi members told authorities that...

College student Riley Strain consumed 12-15 alcoholic drinks before his death: cops

After being forced to cancel recent tour performances, famed Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, who just turned 59, shared the tragic news that led to his decision:. The music legend took to social media on July 22, 2024, mentioning the death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight.

Legendary Rock Guitarist Slash Turns 59 and Cancels Tour Amid the Tragic Death of His Stepdaughter

FinanceBuzz

Keep cool this August when you shop these incredible frozen deals from Sam’s Club. The superstore has plenty of treats if you’re craving something more than a bowl of ice cream.

12 Satisfying Sam's Club Frozen Treats That Go Beyond "Boring" Ice Cream

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Dunkin’ has just unveiled a quartet of iced coffee creations that will be available for a limited time only – and you can’t order them at the counter because these cool concoctions are exclusive to the Dunkin’ mobile app. Dubbed “The Chef Nick Menu,” this limited-time offering features four iced coffee variations that push the […]
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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Kansas City, KS

Independence, MO

Riverside, MO

Mission, KS

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Frozen cocktails, push pops and beach snacks

After more than a year in the works, Westport frozen cocktail bar Frost plans to open by October just as the weather also starts to turn...

Frozen cocktails, push pops and beach snacks

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