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The daughter of Cameroon's president has said she hopes that her coming out as a lesbian can help change the law banning same-sex relations in her country. Brenda Biya told the Le Parisien newspaper that there were many people in her situation and she hoped to inspire them. The 27-year-old...

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

Oklahoma State

A-Z-Animals

The alligator gar are fearsome fish in terms of size and appearance. Their scientific name is Atractosteus spatula and they are among the largest freshwater fish on the planet. They are the largest of all the gar species of fish. These awesome creatures have been on Earth since the late Jurassic period – that’s at […]

The Largest Alligator Gar Ever Caught in Oklahoma

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This destination was praised for its stunning views and "whimsical" attractions!

North Carolina Town Named 'Most Charming Small Town' In The Entire State

North Dakota State

Bordulac, ND

North Dakota public safety officials said several train cars carrying hazardous material are still on fire after about 25 to 30 derailed early Friday morning near Bordulac.

Several train cars carrying hazardous material are on fire after derailing in North Dakota

Alabama State

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All Things NC

Lake Guntersville, Alabama's largest lake, is known for its serene beauty and recreational opportunities, drawing thousands of visitors annually. From boating and fishing to bird watching and hydroplane races, the lake is a hub of activity. However, beneath its tranquil surface lie several covert dangers that pose risks to both humans and wildlife. This article delves into these hidden hazards, highlighting the need for awareness and caution.

Hidden Perils Lurking in Alabama's Lake Guntersville

The national power grid again collapsed on Saturday, throwing the country into total darkness. Our correspondent reports that the grid collapsed around. has confirmed the development. In a statement, the DisCo said all its interface in the. Transmission Company of Nigeria. stations are out of supply, saying it is unable...

JUST IN: National power grid collapses again

California State

Oroville, CA

The Thompson Fire in northern California destroyed over a dozen homes and burned almost 4,000 acres before being recently contained. Firefighters fought the blaze since it erupted in early July and forced as many as 28,000 people to evacuate. What's happening?. More than 1,400 firefighters and personnel from across California...

Thousands evacuate in face of emergency as monstrous fire surges out of control: 'It's going to be a challenge both day and night'

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?

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Whiskey Riff

You just never know what you might pull from the depths or see while you are around the water. All rivers, streams and lakes support an abundance of fish and wildlife, getting out there fishing is one of the best ways to have cool experiences and encounters with these things.

Catching cool fish is just one of the things that makes fishing great. Really it’s the only way for most people to get close to wild fish.

Rainbow trout a favorite across North America, primarily located in many western watersheds, but they've become a popular sport fish to stock lakes with as...

Fisherman Catches Strange Rainbow Trout With Extra Long Fins

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Sacramento, CA

For the first time since 1972, the powers that be are shutting down the annual Rainbow Family gathering. The Rainbow Family of Living Light is a leaderless group of people who gather each July for communal primitive camping. (Additional gatherings occur throughout the year in other countries.) These modern-day hippies sometimes gather in groups of thousands. In fact, this year’s gathering might have reached up to 10,000, according to the New York Post.

Massive, Modern-Day Hippie Gathering in National Forest Gets Shut Down

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

According to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma, 45.5% of campers reported having a difficult time getting a reservation at a campground. To that end, The Dyrt has compiled a list of the Top 10 Hardest-to-Book Campgrounds in the U.S. “It’s great that more...

The Dyrt: Top 10 Hardest-to-Book US Campgrounds

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Minnesota State

Northfield, MN

You might think you’ve seen all the charm that Minnesota’s small towns have to offer. But then, you reach Northfield, and it’s like stepping into a living postcard. With its historic downtown, scenic river views, and a thriving arts scene, Northfield is the quintessential small town that makes you rethink what it means to be small.

The Postcard-Worthy Small Town That’s Worth The Drive From Anywhere In Minnesota

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Virginia Department of Health issues recreational water, fish consumption advisories for waters along NC border

RALEIGH – The Virginia Department of Health has issued a recreational swimming and fish consumption advisory for surface waters, including the Meherrin and Roanoke rivers, that...

Virginia Department of Health issues recreational water, fish consumption advisories for waters along NC border

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