As children and adults throughout the nation prepare for the arrival of Halloween, the age-old urban legend of malicious candy distributors tainting Halloween treats with razor blades and poison could be a topic of discussion despite lacking evidence. This enduring myth has haunted parents and caregivers for generations, and it …
Read More »Taylor Swift-inspired pet names revealed as romance rumors about pop star and NFL player swirl
Taylor Swift continues to make headlines for her recent outings to the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs games to see rumored boyfriend Travis Kelce. Swift and Kelce have been spotted at various times over the last few weeks hanging out and riding off in Kelce’s “getaway car.” Within the last few …
Read More »Israeli mom recounts last call from terrified daughter as 'Bring Them Home Now' vows to find Hamas hostages
Meirav Gonen listened in real-time terror as her daughter, bleeding in the back seat of a car and fearing death, described by phone the surprise attack by Hamas on a music festival in southern Israel on Oct. 7. “Mommy, I’m shot. Mommy, I think I’m going to die,” said daughter …
Read More »Popular children's book is returned to Missouri library after 30 years: 'Never too late'
A library in Missouri is celebrating the return of its oldest-ever overdue book — and thanks to its no-fine policy, the person who checked it out and who has now returned it does not owe a cent. “It’s never too late to come back to the library, especially now that …
Read More »What determines the size of our feet? Here's what goes into it — and what can change it
Your feet take you everywhere in life. So if you’ve ever wondered what determines your foot size, here’s a “best foot forward,” thanks to input from a doctor of podiatric medicine, and more. Read on to learn the “toe-tal” facts about why people have different shoe sizes. What determines foot …
Read More »From dreamer to dancer: The spectacular rise of a Radio City Rockette
Hannah Welsh, a spirited second-year Radio City Rockette hailing from Georgia, embodies a lifelong dedication to dance that culminated in her dream role with the world-renowned Rockettes. From her early years, dancing was an inherent part of her life, spurred by a passion that began at the tender age of …
Read More »Powerball jackpot flashback: Three record-breaking drawings worth remembering in 2025
Since no one claimed a Powerball win on Saturday, Oct. 11, the next Powerball drawing rolled over to Monday evening. The estimated jackpot for the Monday night drawing was $258 million — with a cash value (lump sum) of $120.8 million. And now, with no winners of that, per the …
Read More »Faith-driven Mississippi artist honors Charlie Kirk with powerful portrait despite death threats
A Mississippi artist with a million-strong following recently went viral for his portrait of Charlie Kirk – a piece prominently showcased during Kirk’s massive memorial event viewed by millions. Samuel Ingram, known on social media as Sam Ryan, painted an image of Kirk with his hands pressed together in front …
Read More »Is it healthier to freeze your bread first? Plus, divers discover pricey coins from shipwreck
COOL CARBS: A bread-freezing hack has some science behind it as dietitians discuss the real benefits of certain bread types. AUTUMN TIPS: An influencer reveals how to make healthy alternatives to fall favorite coffees. REMARKABLE FIND: Gold and silver coins worth about $1 million are found in Florida waters from …
Read More »Test yourself on the Gen Z slang of 2025: Can you decode ‘huzz’ and ‘glazing’?
If you’ve recently overheard someone say “6-7” or “mogging” and had no idea what it meant, you’re not alone. A new analysis of the most-searched slang terms of 2025 shows just how quickly Generation Z and Gen Alpha’s social media-fueled language is evolving, leaving even millennials stumped. Unscramblerer.com, a website …
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