Seattle, WA

Columbus, OH

Athlon Sports

NCAA women's basketball star Hailey Van Lith was pictured with her Team USA 3x3 squad in a recent photo where the players were repping the red, white, and blue with the American flag right behind them.  Van Lith was wearing a Team USA jumpsuit, along with Cierra Burdick, Dearica Hamby, and ...

Hailey Van Lith's Team USA Outfit Is Turning Heads Before 2024 Olympics

FanSided

The summer can be a bit of a downtime in the sports calendar. Baseball and the WNBA are still humming along, but the NFL, NBA, and NHL are all in the midst of their respective offseasons. College football and basketball is still far off, and even the Premier League is weeks away from beginning.

Here's how to watch the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

Vermont State

Vermonters have a rich history in the Summer Olympics, with 27 participants since 1900 collecting 14 medals, including six golds. Notable achievements include Albert Gutterson's gold in the men’s long jump in 1912 and Laura Graves' recent team dressage bronze in Rio. 27 Vermonters have participated in the Summer...

History of Vermonters in the Summer Olympics: Records, Medals, and Notable Athletes

New York Post

Think back un petit 20 months in the world of women’s basketball. 

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese were college juniors, known primarily to the sophisticates. 

Brittney Griner was imprisoned in Russia, her life in jeopardy. 



The New York Liberty were a WNBA afterthought. 

Joel Embiid heckled by fans upon arrival in Paris after Olympic flip-flop

Diana Taurasi was dishing out winks and sly asides about when she would join Sue Bird in retirement (OK, that one’s the same). 

One thing that’s remained remarkably constant, heading into the 2024 Olympics in Paris, is the expectation that the United States will dominate an international competition — despite the...

2024 Olympics women’s basketball preview: Team USA looks to continue domination

Los Angeles, CA

The US Sun

PARIS 2024 is upon us and promises immense excitement with Team GB at full strength. Some of Britain's greatest athletes will be making a strong case for an Olympic gold medal. The likes of Adam Peaty, Tom Daley, Alex Yee and Dina Asher-Smith pose among the country's highest hopes. Many...

Where is the 2028 Olympics taking place?

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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?

RadarOnline

Not a fairytale.During King Charles III's coronation on May 6, 2023, Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales' late arrival caused a noticeable disruption along with a temper "tantrum" courtesy of His Majesty.  @skynews The #King was pictured looking #grumpy as he arrived early at #WestminsterAbbey for the #coronation #ceremony @Sky News coronation moments you might have missed ♬ original sound - Sky News   The Prince and Princess of Wales, along with their younger children, were scheduled to arrive at Westminster Abbey ahead of the King and Queen but ended up arriving after them due to timing issues....

Watch: King Charles Threw ‘Tantrum’ Over Kate Middleton and Prince William Turning up ‘Just 90 Seconds’ Late to Coronation

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

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

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

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Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Malvern, PA

Earth Quaker Action Team will rally, march, and pray at Vanguard’s Headquarters in Malvern Wednesday to protest the firm’s continued investments in fossil fuel projects destroying the environment and exacerbating climate change.

Earth Quaker Action Team to Protest at Vanguard’s Headquarters on Wednesday

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

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

Mercer Island, WA

Medina, WA

Bellevue, WA

Kirkland, WA

Renton, WA

Bainbridge Island, WA

Redmond, WA

KING 5

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Washington athletes look forward to 'once-in-a-lifetime' Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

PARIS, France — The Olympic Games Opening Ceremony always seems to have its share of surprises. In Rio, it was a shirtless Tongan that stole the...

Washington athletes look forward to 'once-in-a-lifetime' Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

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