Orlando, FL

Columbus, OH

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Brigid Pfeifer

He may have never landed a breakout role, but his career has held an impact nonetheless. Yesterday, it was revealed to the public and media outlets that actor Tom Bower has passed away. He was 86 years old.

'The Waltons' and 'Die Hard 2' Actor Dies at 86

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is accepting public comment, until October 2, on the draft 30×30 Decision-Making Framework for Coastal Waters. The framework is aimed at conserving at least 30% of coastal and marine areas by 2030. The policy is aligned with the Biden administration's 2021 proposal to conserve 30% of all U.S. lands and waters by 2030.

CA taking comment on goal to conserve 30% of coastal waters – critics say harms younger residents

New York Post

The examination of an ancient “portal to the underworld” that has perplexed archaeologists has finally ended, officials say.

The Mexican artifact, called the Olmec Cave Mask, was stolen from the Chalcatzingo archaeological site in Mexico’s Central Highlands in the 1960s. 

Smugglers broke the millennia-old mask into several pieces and circulated them around several museums and private collections before the full artifact was finally given back to Mexico in 2023.

The ancient artifact was crafted between 800 and 400 B.C. 

In an August 2023 press release from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, officials said that the piece is said to resemble “the ancient Olmec jaguar...

Examination of eerie ‘portal to the underworld’ finally ends  — here’s what was found

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Missouri State

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Carthage, MO

CJ Coombs

The Pancake Hut has been operating since 1979. It prides itself as a family-friendly diner that may not be a fancy spot, but the cooking is good. The Pancake Hut is located at 301 South Garrison Avenue in Carthage, Missouri.

The Pancake Hut in Carthage, Missouri is on the old Route 66 highway and also has an amusing sign

Florida State

Fox News

Debbie Salamone of Florida described the terror of surviving a shark attack in 2004, when her Achilles tendon was severed in an encounter that she never saw coming

Shark Watch: Predator tears Florida woman’s foot with ‘bodies slithering’ between her legs in ‘feeding frenzy’

Mexican officials recently announced that the 2,700-year-old Olmec Cave Mask, also called a "portal to the underworld", will be returned to the ancient cave that it was stolen from.

Eerie 'portal to the underworld' returns to ancient cave it was stolen from

Indy100

Archaeologists in Crete have discovered a 4000-year-old labyrinth in the home of the “minotaur” in Greek mythology.Stories of Greek mythology have been around for several millennia, with references to the tales having been found in imagery recently uncovered in Pompeii after almost 2,000 years.In one of the most well-known tales, the Greek island of Crete was the site of a mythical battle between Theseus and the half-human, half-bull beast, the Minotaur, which lived in a labyrinth. And, it is where archaeologists have just unearthed a labyrinthine structure.The discovery was made on the highest point of Papoura Hill in Crete and...

Archeologists discover 4000-year-old labyrinth referenced in Greek mythology

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Economy, PA

Centralia, PA

Experience the haunting remnants of once vibrant industrial boom towns like Centralia, Pennsylvania with its underground coal mine fire. Explore Bodie, California's well-preserved structures reflecting the mining boom era. Kennecott, Alaska boasts towering abandoned machinery from its rich mining history. Discover Thurmond, West Virginia's beauty intertwined with railroad history. Gilman, Colorado, a former silver boom town, held over 1,000 residents at its peak. Picher, Oklahoma's environmental impact tells a tale of population decline. Each ghost town, such as Cahaba, Alabama, Ludlow, and Weldon, North Carolina, narrates a unique story of economic rise and sudden fall. Uncover the hidden gems of industrial history in America's abandoned towns.

10 Best Abandoned Industrial Boom Ghost Towns in the United States

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 29-year-old, Travis Eugene Brinson Jr., who was arrested in March, has been sent back to prison just almost ten months after his release. Court documents show that Brinson Jr. was taken into custody on March 4, 2024, on one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. A copy of the arrest warrant states that Brinson Jr. was in possession of a firearm that night between 8:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at a residence on MLK Drive.

Convicted Felon in Georgia Sent Back to Prison for Ilegall Firearm Possession

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet a tiny pair of Chihuahua mix puppies who are ready to jump straight into your pocket, heart, and life. Manon and Elide are 10 weeks old and brimming with joy. They were rescued from a local shelter and brought into foster care under Great Dog Rescue New England. These girls will soon be heading to Massachusetts where they hope to find their furever family.

Meet Manon & Elide: Two Chihuahua Sisters Searching For Home

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Embarking on a journey through history, we often stumble upon civilizations that have shaped the world in ways beyond our imagination. Among these, the Byzantine Empire stands out as a beacon of art, culture, and political might that bridged ancient and medieval worlds. This empire, surviving for over a thousand years, offers a treasure trove of intriguing facts that reveal the complexity and richness of its society. From its strategic location, serving as a crossroads between East and West, to its profound influence on Christianity and the preservation of Greek and Roman knowledge, the Byzantine Empire's legacy is unparalleled. In this introduction, we'll uncover 50 fascinating facts about this empire, shedding light on its achievements, challenges, and enduring impact on the world. Join us as we delve into the captivating history of the Byzantine Empire, a true testament to human resilience and ingenuity.

50 Facts About Byzantine Empire

Archaeologists have discovered an extensive series of tombs and burials in the ancient Egyptian city of Aswan. Situated along the Nile's east bank, the city, which was founded some 4,500 years ago, is today a bustling market and tourist center with a population of over 379,000 people. It is also...

Over 1,400 mummies unearthed in ancient Egyptian 'City of the Dead'

India Currents

Much like Kolkata’s Flurys, once deemed the only authentic Swiss confectionary outside of Europe in colonial times, there’s a touch of Switzerland in Madhya Pradesh’s UNESCO world heritage site of Khajuraho too.

Khajuraho’s Swiss Legacy Is Alive & Well At Raja Café

At the site of a former gallows in the town of Holíč, archaeologists are conducting the first systematic examination of such a site — and learning much about the region's history of execution. At a Slovakian site known as the Holíč gallows, archaeologists have unearthed a trove...

Remains Of 13 Executed People Uncovered At A 16th-Century Gallows In Slovakia

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Clay County, MO

Beery, Sr. starred in films from 1913 until he died in 1946. He had a long acting career including the silent film era. His brother who was three years younger, Wallace Beery, was also an actor and an Academy Award winner. His son, Noah Beery, Jr. was a well-known character actor from The Rockford Files.

Actor Noah Beery, Sr. was from Clay County, Missouri and his son was a regular in The Rockford Files

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Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral

TIRANA – Thousands of people paid their last respects to Ismail Kadare in a state funeral held in Tirana Wednesday, with a minute's silence held nationwide...

Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral

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