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Video captured the power of the ferocious storm off the Sicilian coast responsible for sinking the Bayesian, a U.K.-flagged superyacht on Monday and claiming the lives of at least five people onboard.

Video shows moment Bayesian superyacht sinks during ferocious storm off Sicilian coast

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

With out-of-region games and inter-conference matchups, and even an old rivalry or two, Week 1 of the high school football season in Northern Kentucky is often as interesting and attractive as any all season. The 15 games for all 21 teams this weekend make that clear.

15 games get high school football off to a flying start this weekend

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Golden Glitter

South Carolina's rivers are home to some dangerous creatures that can pose serious threats to humans. From venomous snakes to deadly bacteria, these rivers hide more than just a beautiful landscape. Here are some of the most dangerous creatures lurking in South Carolina's rivers:

Deadly Wildlife Lurking in South Carolina's Rivers: What You Need to Know

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AccuWeather

Bearded fireworms have been found crawling around the Gulf Coast, and accidentally touching one can cause pain for hours and leave your skin sensitive for weeks. Surfers beware: Bearded fireworms, caterpillarlike critters that look like they are straight out of a horror movie are lurking in the sand on Texas beaches.

'Your worst nightmares' are washing up on Texas beaches

The Independent

 Five bodies have been found inside the wreck of a luxury yacht that sank in a storm off the coast of Sicily but one person remains missing, officials have said.Salvatore Cocina, the head of Sicily’s civil protection agency, told the PA news agency that searches have finished for the day on Wednesday and will resume on Thursday morning.He confirmed that of the five bodies found, only four had been recovered, and the whereabouts of the missing sixth person remains unknown.Technology tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah were among the people unaccounted for after the yacht, named Bayesian,...

Five bodies found on sunken luxury yacht as one person remains missing

New York Post

Weather can be very impressive, and a few visitors to Jamaica experienced this firsthand when a massive waterspout formed in front of them. 

The clouds were above the choppy water off the coast of Negril, Jamaica on Sunday when the funnel could be seen forming in the distance. 

Pat Aleywine said he knew they were about to see something special. 

“It’s a waterspout trying to form up,” he said on video he recorded of the funnel. 

‘Black swan’ weather phenomenon may have sunk Bayesian yacht, experts say

“Get ready to have a show.”

The waterspout’s audience continued to express their amazement at the funnel as it...

‘Monster’ waterspout in Jamaica puts on show for tourists

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One person has died and six others were reported missing after a luxury superyacht was capsized by a tornado.

1 Dead, 6 Missing After Tornado Sinks Luxury Yacht

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

Coffee County, GA

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

NewsNinja

"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

E! News

Watch: Tech Magnate Mike Lynch and Daughter Among 6 People Missing After Yacht Sinks Off Sicily Coast. One British woman is recounting a harrowing experience. Charlotte Golunski is shedding light on how she, her 1-year-old daughter Sophie and her partner James Emsley survived after the super yacht they were passengers on sank during a freak storm off the coast of Sicily early Aug. 19.

Sicily Yacht Survivor Details "End of the World" Experience While Saving Her Baby Girl in Freak Storm

Ohio State

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

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

The US Sun

THIS is the shocking moment a luxury superyacht starts to sink after a crew member left a door open – causing water to flood on board. The luxury 150ft vessel dubbed “Ethos” was carrying five wealthy tourists when it dramatically started tipping over as waves crashed into its side. Sat just off the coast of […]

Shock moment luxury 150ft superyacht starts to sink after a crew member ‘left a door open’

Those on board the Bayesian yacht likely "didn't have any warning at all" of the storm that caused the boat to sink, an oceanographer has said. Inspectors from the Southampton-based Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) are examining the site where the yacht sank, because it was flying a British flag.

Yacht crew 'would have had no warning about storm'

HORRIFYING CCTV shows the moment the Bayesian superyacht was engulfed by the storm that would eventually sink it. The new video shows the lights of the doomed vessel in the distance slowly disappear as it is swallowed by the heavy rain. The new clip comes from the CCTV cameras just 200m from where the boat […]

Horror CCTV shows doomed Bayesian superyacht engulfed by storm – as witness says it ‘vanished in 60 seconds’

Five bodies have now been found inside the sunken Bayesian superyacht as the search for the final missing passenger continues. The boat sank in a severe storm in the early hours of Monday, with those missing including British billionaire Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, Morgan Stanley International chairman Jonathan Bloomer; his wife, Judy Bloomer; Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo; and his wife, Neda Morvillo.

Mike Lynch yacht latest: Fifth body found inside Bayesian boat sunken off coast of Sicily

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

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

CBS New York

Police divers resumed searching Tuesday for six people believed trapped in the hull of a superyacht that sank in deep seas off Sicily, including a British tech magnate who was celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges with the people who had defended him at trial.Civil protection officials said they believed the Bayesian, a 184-foot British-flagged yacht, had been struck by a tornado over the water. The ship had been moored about a half-mile offshore off Porticello near Palermo when a storm rolled and the vessel sank at about 5 a.m. local time on Monday. Grainy film from closed-circuit cameras from...

Officials believe tornado sunk luxury yacht off coast of Sicily

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Owner: Iconic Coastal Georgia restaurant hit hard by river flooding will remain closed for months

Love's Seafood & Steaks, located right off Highway 17 south of Savannah, shut down August 9 due to rising water levels from the Ogeechee River caused...

Owner: Iconic Coastal Georgia restaurant hit hard by river flooding will remain closed for months

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