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Damien Aubin Documents a Former Soviet Mining Settlement Suspended in Time — Colossal

The small settlement of Pyramiden in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard remains a time capsule from its days as a Soviet mining hub. Mining operations ceased in 1998, prompting the

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Rep. Kat Cammack Blasts Congress’ ‘Culture Of Creepiness’

In a candid critique, a Florida Republican has criticized the "culture of creepiness" she perceives in Congress, urging members focused on personal relationships to find other avenues for their pursuits.

Five lucky winners take home coveted Knicks-themed trash bins

These guys are winning in garbage time. Five fortunate New Yorkers celebrated a big win

Iran war; Oil prices; Trump’s tariffs; Corey Ruiz : NPR

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Brent Oil’s Price Briefly Tops $100 Per Barrel, As Stocks Are Set To Drop On Wall Street

NEW YORK (AP) — Brent crude oil prices surged to their highest level since May,

Politics

Did World Cup permanently change ticket-price politics?

Instances of fans being stranded outside stadiums due to "ghost tickets" sold on resale platforms were prevalent during this year's

Sophie Cunningham’s New Shoes Sell Out in Hours After Her Stand Against Wokeness * * by Jack Davis, The Western Journal

Sophie Cunningham recently expressed straightforward views on the involvement of men in women’s sports. The public response was significant; despite

Poll: Republicans’ gas price problem is even worse than it seems

Gas prices are high. Americans think they’re even higher. An analysis from The POLITICO Poll reveals that three in five

‘They Left Failed States, But Want To Reenact The Disaster They Fled From’ (VIDEO) * * by Mike LaChance

Screencap of Twitter/X video. In a recent appearance on the Sean Hannity Show, conservative historian and scholar Victor Davis Hanson

How to play co-op in Pass the Fear with friends

In Pass the Fear's co-op mode, you can join forces with up to four friends

Phillies superstar Bryce Harper reacts to LeBron James joining him in Philadelphia with 76ers signing 

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper extended a warm welcome to NBA star LeBron James

Jason and Travis Kelce bring back LeBron James’ age-50 comments after blockbuster 76ers signing

LeBron James has defied an old prediction about his career, a fact highlighted by NFL

3 Ways Nick Aldis Can Beat Gunther at WWE SummerSlam 2026

Nick Aldis's return to wrestling for SummerSlam was unexpected for many fans. Yet, WWE has

Entertainment

Will Zach Gilford Return to Criminal Minds After Voit’s Exit?

Zach Gilford's departure from Criminal Minds surprised many, leading to speculation about his possible return.

Colleen Bell on Production Tax Credits: ‘These are Jobs Programs’

In a recent episode of Variety's “Strictly Business” podcast, Colleen Bell, director of the California

Why King Charles Refuses to Share Bed With Wife Queen Camilla

Charles' polo days were a blend of elegance and risk. In 1990, at the age of 42, then-Prince Charles spent

Everything to Know About Princess Diana and Fergie’s Broken Friendship

In her book Finding Sarah, Ferguson revealed that she and Princess Diana had not communicated

Fortune Teller Celebrates Latest Legal Win in ‘Witch Trial’

A local fortuneteller in Pennsylvania is celebrating a significant legal victory as she challenges an

Damien Aubin Documents a Former Soviet Mining Settlement Suspended in Time — Colossal

The small settlement of Pyramiden in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard remains a time capsule

Joyce Kozloff Reveals Herself as Guerrilla Girls Founding Member

News After years of keeping her identity hidden, a feminist artist and activist has revealed

Damien Aubin Documents a Former Soviet Mining Settlement Suspended in Time — Colossal

The small settlement of Pyramiden in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard remains a time capsule from its days as a

Health & Wellness

Here Are 3 AI Companies Betting They Can Replace Doctors

AI tools are increasingly present in the exam room — but a handful of startups want AI to replace doctors.gettyToday,

FDA advisory panel rejects compounding of one peptide, backs another

WASHINGTON — On Friday, a Food and Drug Administration advisory panel recommended that compounding pharmacies be authorized to produce the

New Ebola Vaccine Enters Human Clinical Trials

A new vaccine aimed at combating the Ebola virus strain that has claimed hundreds of lives in the Democratic Republic

Measles cases surpass last year’s total, hit highest level in 35 years

The measles case count in the United States for 2026 has already exceeded the total cases recorded in the record-breaking

One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.

This week, a power line failure occurred near Washington, DC. Typically, the grid would recover in a few seconds from such disruptions, but this incident took over 10 minutes due

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One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.

This week, a power line failure occurred near Washington, DC. Typically, the grid would recover

An AI now judges every move Rubrik's agents make, its AI chief said at VB Transform 2026 — but no one's measured if the judge is right

During a CISO roundtable organized by Anthropic's chief information security officer, Dev Rishi posed a

A Common Gym Supplement May Give Cancer-Fighting Cells an Energy Boost : ScienceAlert

Creatine, a substance naturally produced by the body, is widely recognized as a 'muscle supplement'

Don’t Trust Those Oppo Find W Rumours – Tech Advisor

In the past, smartphones featured much shorter screens, but over time, they have transitioned to

Megafires, Land Use, and Climate Change

Following a winter marked by minimal snowpack, high winds and temperatures have sparked wildfires in Utah and Colorado, consuming hundreds

As climate lawsuits advance, the oil industry enters ‘panic mode’

Is the oil industry accountable for contributing to the extreme heat that caused a woman’s death? This question is central

The New Fix for Takeout Packaging Waste: Reusable-Container Networks

U.S. restaurants contribute nearly 9 million tons of waste annually through disposable containers, cups, lids, and utensils—equivalent to the weight

Take a walk on the wild side

Knepp has become a haven for wildlife, boasting an impressive array of birds like nightingales, various butterflies such as purple

Update: Attacks on Independent Science and How We’re Fighting Back

Since President Trump assumed office last year, nearly 95,000 employees in the science sector and over 10,000 PhD scientists have

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Aurora man stole SUV 12 hours after being released on auto theft charge, prosecutors say

Marcel Seals (DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office) According to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office, a man from DuPage County has been re-incarcerated after allegedly stealing a car less than

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Mark Cuban sees a problem with the AI spending spree

Drive around America's commercial real estate landscape and you'll start to notice a common trend - the transformation of buildings for new purposes. From bowling alleys turned churches to former

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The 8 Best Gym Bags for Men That Make Every Workout Easier

Staying motivated to consistently go to the gym is challenging enough without the added hassle of a badly designed gym bag. We've all faced issues like sneakers crammed and ruining

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Jennifer Lopez Celebrates 57th Birthday With Inspiring Post

Jennifer Lopez recently marked her 57th birthday, sharing some insightful reflections. On Instagram this past Friday, July 24, the "Love Don’t Cost a Thing" singer celebrated her birthday by sharing

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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, Saturday, July 25, 2026: Highest rates this year

Mortgage rates are a crucial factor for anyone looking to buy a home or refinance their existing mortgage. According to the latest data from the Zillow lender marketplace, as of

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‘Largest Group of Trump Derangement Syndrome People Ever Put Together at One Time’

President Donald Trump made his debut at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, which was rescheduled and took place on Friday evening in Washington, D.C. During his speech, which lasted

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7 Stylish Celebrity Looks to Recreate This Week

Celebrity fashion has the power to transform an ordinary week into a collection of memorable moments. One day might feature flawlessly tailored suits, while the next showcases dazzling embellishments, statement

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Jerry O’Connell on Rome and Lyric’s Big Brother Showmance

Passionate Big Brother enthusiast and Unlocked cohost Jerry O’Connell shared his insights on the budding romance between Rome Seymour and Lyric Medeiros following the pickleball coach's recent eviction from the

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Gold price remains below $4,100 ahead of next week’s rate decision

Gold (GC=F) August futures kicked off the trading day on Friday, July 24, 2026, at $4,053.40 per troy ounce, marking a modest 0.1% increase from the previous day's closing price.

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Paramount Faces Drawn-Out Battle With State AGs

Recently, the antitrust challenge by several states against the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger seemed minor, like a mere speed bump. Now, it has escalated to a much larger issue, with Paramount

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Apparent stranger slashes NYC straphanger during evening rush-hour clash: cops

A Bronx commuter was slashed by an apparent stranger during a rush-hour altercation on Thursday evening, according to police.  The attacker, described as having a white beard, engaged in a

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Lifestyle

Adidas Originals Took Their Sport Collection to the Edge

Athleisure soared to new levels on Wednesday evening. High above Manhattan on The Edge observation

How to hand your kids the resilience you built the hard way

You’re not lazy, undisciplined, or broken. As an entrepreneur with ADHD, you likely find yourself

Chris Brown Pleads Guilty in London Nightclub Attack

Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge related to a London nightclub incident

Hilarious Humor for a Happy Start to Your Fall

As September arrives, the landscape is already awash with the vibrant hues of autumn leaves.

10 Polka Dot Summer Outfits Fashion Girls Love Right Now

Last summer was all about gingham. This picnic-inspired check pattern appeared on everything from puff-sleeve