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1 killed, 4 injured in shooting at park in Kentucky
Two children, aged 4 and 14, were among those shot in Lexington, police say.
Former MLB pitcher Tommy John dies at age 83
Tommy John, the longtime Major League baseball pitcher whose name is forever linked to the groundbreaking elbow surgery that saved his career and thos…
Former MLB pitcher Tommy John dies at age 83
Tommy John, the longtime Major League baseball pitcher whose name is forever linked to the groundbreaking elbow surgery that saved his career and thos…
A good – and bad – week for Italy's art police and museum security
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Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs to help earthquake recovery
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‘I’m a little sad over my KFC’: Bear bursts into Kentucky woman’s home and steals her dinner
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UK, US both said probing alleged ties between China and an anti-Israel protest group
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Suspect in Virginia State University shooting arrested, found hiding in closet
A 19-year-old man has been arrested as a suspect in the shooting of five people at Virginia State University after he was found hiding in a closet.
Cassidy predicts Trump's vaccine order will increase insurance costs
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I plunged into Subnautica 2 Early Access and can't wait to go deeper
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You might want to skip Newegg's GPU trade-in program
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Sony Bravia 7 II vs Samsung R95H: which RGB TV wins, and does either model topple OLED? I tested them side-by-side to find out
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The 5 Most Exciting Disney Parks Updates From D23
From a new Tomorrowland to the Avengers and Harrison Ford himself, here are the Disney Parks highlights.
Amazon is trying to crush class-action suits before they get started
On Friday, Amazon customers received an email alerting them to an update to the site's terms and conditions. Most notably, it stated that disputes wou…
It’s time for iOS to have its own Material You
Over the years, Apple has only added more and more customization to iOS. First, we got all of the lock screen personalization back with iOS 16. That w…
Your holiday photos could help scammers figure out exactly where you are
AI can identify locations from holiday photos posted on Instagram and Facebook, giving scammers enough information to create convincing phishing messa…
Android Auto vs Apple CarPlay: What features set them apart
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Daniel Moss warns of increased economic shocks and inflation pressures
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California billionaires add millions to fight wealth tax on 2026 ballot
The intensified opposition to the wealth tax could reshape California's political landscape, influencing future tax policy debates. The post Californi…
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This Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin treasury diluted shareholders 18-fold to survive a $212 million crypto loss without selling its stash
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Liverpool’s Jeremy Jacquet scores on debut after five-month injury layoff
Jacquet's successful debut post-injury highlights Liverpool's strategic gamble paying off, potentially boosting confidence in future investments. The …
Crypto Equity Perpetual Volume Hits $250B in July, Up 17x in Three Months: CryptoQuant
Binance remained the largest venue in the market, accounting for 76% of total equity perpetual futures volume in July. Equity perpetual futures on maj…
Nvidia H100 GPU rental costs surge 50% in six months as AI demand outpaces supply
The surge in GPU rental costs highlights the growing strain on AI infrastructure, potentially reshaping market dynamics and competitive strategies. Th…
Liverpool takes lead against Como as Gakpo scores in pre-season friendly
Gakpo's performance highlights Liverpool's strategic depth, potentially boosting their competitive edge as they transition into the new season. The po…
Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on $190B-$200B 2028 revenue forecast: sources
The $190 billion to $200 projection dwarfs the $47 billion revenue "run rate," reflecting the firm's current pace of business, that the company public…
Tyga is Hollywood’s latest AI optimist
The 80s-inspired project sees Tyga don a new "Miami Vice"-esque alter ego who has a penchant for Jheri curls, sleek retro Ferraris, and synthpop.
Iran’s oil is trapped while rivals’ exports from the Persian Gulf are poised to surge, but Tehran could do whatever it takes to break the chokehold
Satellite images revealed that Saudi ships on both sides of the Strait of Hormuz are preparing to transport oil out of the Persian Gulf. The U.S. can’…
‘The Sopranos’ Star Drea de Matteo Says Starting an OnlyFans Was a ‘Political Statement’: ‘F— You. I Don’t Have to Work’
“The Sopranos” star Drea de Matteo recently told Jamie Kennedy on the “Hate to Break It To Ya” podcast (via EW) that starting her OnlyFans page was a …
Sydney Sweeney's R-Rated Erotic Thriller That's An HBO Max Global Hit Continues 2026 Genre Trend
Sydney Sweeney's R-rated erotic thriller has become a global hit on HBO Max, and the intense film continues a genre trend from 2026's releases. Sydney…
Audrey Hepburn’s Son Had “Several Talks” With Lily Collins About Upcoming Biopic, Shares Thoughts On Thomasin McKenzie Project
More than 70 years after her onscreen breakout, Audrey Hepburn’s legacy is an indomitable Hollywood presence to attempt to recreate onscreen. With upc…
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‘X-Men ’97’ Officially Sets Up the Perfect Villain for Season 3 [Exclusive]
X-Men ’97 creators officially confirm Mystique’s return as a dangerous new wild card heading into Season 3. X-Men '97 had a nearly impossible task whe…
Denzel Washington’s Overlooked Boxing Classic Is Officially Leaving Netflix
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One Piece: The Ultimate Guide to All of Roronoa Zoro's Swords
Roronoa Zoro has used many notable weapons and swords over the course of One Piece so far and this is everything fans know about each sword so far. As…
After 52 Years, Wolverine's Best Quote Is Still One Of The Greatest Lines In X-Men History
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The West Wing Meets The Office In 3-Part HBO Masterpiece Praised By Quentin Tarantino
Not many TV shows manage to catch the attention of Quentin Tarantino, but this forgotten masterpiece on HBO had the movie director hooked. It’s a rare…
ESPN Castoff, Little League World Series Icon Offers ‘Surreal’ Update After Sudden Layoffs
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Jayden Daniels wants No. 5 jersey back. Which Jax-area stars wear it?
After Jayden Daniels' spat with LSU football, the No. 5 jersey is the talk of the Web. Which Northeast Florida high school football stars wear No. 5? …
Hollman leads Middlesex to first List A final for 36 years
Luke Hollman scores an unbeaten 83 to help Middlesex stun Durham with a two-wicket win in their One-Day Cup semi-final to reach their first List A dec…
Tucker Kraft does 11-on-11 work at Packers practice
Packers tight end Tucker Kraft took a big step back toward the lineup on Sunday. Packers tight end Tucker Kraft took a big step back toward the lineup…
📋 Vasco and Santos set for a relegation six-pointer
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Trio of Gators make college football's top 150 players ranking
These three Florida Gators are among CBS Sports' top 150 college football players heading into the 2026 season. College football's opening kickoff lie…
Celtic Register Their Interest In This Blackburn Rovers Custodian: Why They Should Get Him
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Sébastien Pocognoli appointed as new Scotland boss
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Health AI Should be Assistive, Not Autonomous
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Have Trouble Sleeping in a New Place? Most Do Because of the First-Night Effect
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'What are we going to do?' The mom of a trans teen grapples with Trump's Medicaid move
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Lindsay Clancy's trial highlights gaps in understanding, treating postpartum psychosis
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Gene-edited beagles produce no detectable major dog allergen, early tests find
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Phytophthora dieback linked to habitat loss and lower digging activity among quendas in Western Australia
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Strain flips Hall signal in altermagnetic manganese telluride, suggesting a path to practical spintronics
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Chinese ship sets off for Europe through Arctic, halving travel time
A Chinese container vessel has set sail for Europe through the Arctic as part of a new weekly service on a route that cuts shipment times in half but …
Firefighters battle second day of blaze on Greek island
Firefighters battled for a second day Sunday to contain a forest fire on the Greek Aegean island of Skyros, as the local mayor voiced hope it could so…
NASA funds spherical 'Aerobots' that could explore the caves of Saturn's moon Titan
An early-stage grant is offering a look at spherical 'Aerobots' that could zoom around the caves of Titan, in a demo mission similar to Mars Ingenuity…
Shrinking water bodies can turn drought into disease hotspots or dead ends
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Einstein Probe catches rare X-ray flash from an exploding star
Astronomers have linked an X-ray flash discovered by the Einstein Probe to a known type of supernova with unusual features that point to the birth of …