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Win $2M In 'Monopoly' Competition Show On Netflix: How To Apply Win $2M In 'Monopoly' Competition Show On Netflix: How To Apply
Win $2M In 'Monopoly' Competition Show On Netflix: How To Apply You could soon play a game of Monopoly that's larger than life with a $2 million prize on the line. Netflix has greenlit "Monopoly," a competition series that will pit 12 contestants against each other in an enormous version of the classic board game. The streaming giant announced that it's looking for potential competitors to take part in the show, which will debut in fall 2027. Applications are now open for people hoping to become one of the 12 players selected for the series. To apply, you must upload a one-minute video explaining why you want to be on the show, along with…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles
Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles Nearly 48,000 Hyundai SUVs are being recalled over a seat belt buckle problem that increases injury risks during a crash. Hyundai Motor America issued the recall for 47,749 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday, July 14. The issue affects certain 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric and 2026 Hyundai Kona vehicles. The rear center seat belt buckle may have been improperly manufactured and could fail to properly restrain a passenger during a crash. The defect was linked to a supplier's stamping tools that weren't properly maintained and had worn down from ove…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Tire-Slashing Confrontation Turns Deadly: Central Mass Man Convicted In 2020 Murder Tire-Slashing Confrontation Turns Deadly: Central Mass Man Convicted In 2020 Murder
Tire-Slashing Confrontation Turns Deadly: Central Mass Man Convicted In 2020 Murder A confrontation over slashed tires in a Worcester neighborhood ended in a deadly stabbing, and a jury has now convicted the man responsible. Benjamin Willie, 26, was found guilty Friday, July 17, of second-degree murder in the 2020 killing of 29-year-old Josue Rios, Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. announced. The fatal stabbing happened on June 30, 2020, in Worcester's Grafton Hill neighborhood. Prosecutors said Rios confronted Willie after catching him slashing the tires of vehicles parked in the area. During the confrontation, Willie stabbed Rios. Rios was taken to…

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by Josh Lanier
Lifestyle
MA's Favorite Ice Cream Flavors Revealed In New Study MA's Favorite Ice Cream Flavors Revealed In New Study
MA's Favorite Ice Cream Flavors Revealed In New Study When it comes to ice cream, the Northeast is sticking with the classics. A new report from Beach.com found that Neapolitan remains the most popular flavor in the US. The trio of classic tastes ranked No. 1 in 24 states, making it the nation's top choice for the second year in a row. The travel website analyzed four years of Google search data for 421 ice cream flavors to determine the top-searched varieties in every state. "Originally from Naples, Italy, the layered dessert called spumoni was brought to the U.S. in the 19th century, evolving from the chocolate, cherry, and pistachio trifec…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles
Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Nearly 290,000 Ford Explorer SUVs are being recalled because roof rail covers can come loose and detach while driving. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 288,314 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, July 14. The recall affects certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorers. The roof rail covers may loosen over time and separate from the vehicle while it's moving. A detached cover could create a hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Drivers may notice more wind noise, squeaks, rattles, or a visible gap between the roof…

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by Chris Spiker
Weather
Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility
Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility A volatile weekend setup is bringing two unwelcome summer threats together over the Northeast. Severe thunderstorms will sweep into lingering Canadian wildfire smoke on Saturday, July 18, creating a one-two punch of damaging winds, torrential rain, reduced visibility, and poor air quality. Showers and thunderstorms will advance across the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, threatening travel disruptions and localized flash flooding. AccuWeather The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center placed a broad corridor from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic and southern New Eng…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack
Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack A cyberattack has temporarily halted US production at Fairlife, the dairy company owned by Coca-Cola. The Coca-Cola Company announced the ransomware attack in a news release on Thursday, July 16. Fairlife identified unauthorized access by a third party to part of its computer systems, including production-related systems. After detecting the cyberattack, Fairlife activated its incident response and business continuity plans. The company said it's continuing to investigate the breach with help from law enforcement, outside advisors, and cybersecurity experts. The full scope, natur…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Free Ice Cream Now Available At Stop & Shop: Here's How Long Free Ice Cream Now Available At Stop & Shop: Here's How Long
Free Ice Cream Now Available At Stop & Shop: Here's How Long A major supermarket chain is dishing out free ice cream just in time for summer’s hottest stretch, but only for a limited time. The giveaway for a 48-ounce (1.5-quart) container will run from Friday, July 17 through Thursday, July 23 at all 360 Stop & Shop locations, the company announced.  Sunday, July 19, is National Ice Cream Day. To get the freebie, shoppers must check in at an in-store Savings Station kiosk during the promotion window.  Once checked in, a digital coupon will be loaded to the customer’s Stop & Shop GO Rewards account. No purchase is required. Those w…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot' Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot'
Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot' An actress who could turn quiet loneliness into unforgettable humanity has died after a six-decade career. Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker died on Friday, July 17, following a period of ill health, her agent told the BBC. She was 81. Fricker became the first Irish actress to win an Academy Award when she received the Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 1990 for “My Left Foot.” She played Bridget Brown, the devoted mother of writer and painter Christy Brown, portrayed by Daniel Day-Lewis in the acclaimed 1989 film. Fricker reached an even wider audience three years later as the rec…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Police ID Springfield Man Who Died After Being Found Shot In Wooded Area Police ID Springfield Man Who Died After Being Found Shot In Wooded Area
Police ID Springfield Man Who Died After Being Found Shot In Wooded Area A man found with a gunshot wound in a wooded area in Springfield earlier this week has been identified as police continue searching for answers. Sean Pendergrast, 49, of Springfield, was found around 2:40 a.m. Monday, July 13, in the 200 block of Parker Street after officers responded to a report of shots fired, the Hampden District Attorney's Office said Friday. Paramedics took Pendergrast to Baystate Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries. The Springfield Police Homicide Unit, under the direction of Captain Trent Duda, is investigating the killing alongside the Hampden Dis…

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by Josh Lanier
News
FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now
FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now A sprawling foodborne outbreak now has a much clearer trail, and health officials are warning diners not to ignore it. The FDA said on Thursday, July 16, that shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell restaurants in five states has been linked to an outbreak of Cyclospora infections. The warning covers locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The outbreak has sickened 1,644 people who reported eating at Taco Bell, according to the FDA. At least 94 people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. An analysis of food exposures in…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill
Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill The mystery surrounding the sudden death of “Jurassic Park” star Sam Neill has been resolved. Neill died from pneumonia at age 78 in Sydney, Australia, his representative told People in a report published Thursday, July 16. The illness was unrelated to the blood cancer the acclaimed actor had overcome. “Prior to becoming sick, Sam had valiantly fought and beaten lymphoma through a new treatment called CAR-T therapy,” Neill’s rep said in a statement to the outlet. People report:https://people.com/sam-neill-cause-of-death-12019366 The representative issued the clarification after inaccurate…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air
Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air The smoky veil hanging over the Northeast is refusing to make a quick exit. Smoke from Canadian and northern Minnesota wildfires continued to affect air quality and visibility on Friday, July 17. Forecasters said the haze could remain a periodic problem through the weekend before a broader wind shift brings more substantial relief. Prevailing breezes will continue steering smoke southeast through Sunday, according to AccuWeather. Some of the smoke will remain high in the atmosphere, dimming the sun. Other pockets could reach ground level, reduce visibility, and create health concerns. Sho…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Had Deep New England Roots Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Had Deep New England Roots
Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Had Deep New England Roots A charismatic television presence whose work stretched across generations of daytime and primetime hits has died. Scott Bryce, best known for originating the role of Craig Montgomery on the CBS soap opera “As the World Turns,” died on Sunday, July 12, following a battle with cancer, according to the Los Angeles Times. He was 68. Bryce died in New Haven, Connecticut, The Hollywood Reporter reported. He had been diagnosed with Stage 3 esophageal and stomach cancer in 2024. The cancer later spread to his brain, according to the Los Angeles Times, which cited his son, Jackson Bryce, and agent …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident
Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident Craig Melvin is breaking his silence after a frightening security scare rattled one of television's best-known morning shows. The 47-year-old "Today" co-anchor reassured viewers in a late-afternoon Instagram post on Thursday, July 16, hours after an unauthorized man approached him near Studio 1A at Rockefeller Plaza. Melvin wrote: "Hey everyone. I’ve heard from so many of you over the last few hours. I’m doing just fine. Thanks for reaching out. I’m looking forward to seeing you tomorrow morning on @todayshow." Melvin shared the message on his verified account without adding details about …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals
National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals Giveaways, deals, and even frozen treats for pets are returning across the country to celebrate one of summer's sweetest holidays. National Ice Cream Day 2026 falls on Sunday, July 19. President Ronald Reagan officially proclaimed July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday as National Ice Cream Day back in 1984, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. The dairy trade group said that the US churned out more than 1.23 billion gallons of ice cream in 2025. The IDFA also estimates that the average American eats about four gallons of ice cream a year. The sweet t…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When
Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Frontier Airlines is adding Wi-Fi on its planes for the first time. The Denver-based airline plans to launch its first aircraft equipped with Wi-Fi in early 2027, Frontier announced in a news release on Tuesday, July 14. SpaceX-owned Starlink will provide internet aboard Frontier's fleet.  The service is expected to support streaming, online gaming, video calls, browsing, and work during flights. Frontier will be the first US airline to offer passenger access through a new system managed directly by Starlink. Frontier said the new Wi-Fi will also help its pilots, flight attendant…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu
McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu McDonald's is adding a new sauce and several chicken menu items for a limited time. The fast-food chain announced Caesar Sauce on the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, July 14. The sauce will arrive at participating restaurants nationwide on Tuesday, July 21. The creamy sauce features garlic, parmesan, and hints of lemon. "Whether you're dipping, wrapping, or sandwiching, Caesar Sauce is here at McDonald's for a limited time to make your favorite chicken order a summer staple," the company said. Caesar Sauce's launch will also include new limited-time menu options. McDonald's …

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by Chris Spiker
News
Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report
Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report The hunt for the source of a sprawling parasite outbreak has narrowed to a major produce supplier and a familiar fast-food ingredient. Click here for a new, updated story: FDA Issues Warning After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak The Washington Post reported on Thursday, July 16, that investigators have identified shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell restaurants by Taylor Farms as a potential source of the illnesses. The Post attributed the information to two people familiar with the ongoing investigation who spoke anonymously. Federal officials have not publicl…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Man Asleep In Uber Wakes Up To Multiple Criminal Charges In Central Mass: Police Man Asleep In Uber Wakes Up To Multiple Criminal Charges In Central Mass: Police
Man Asleep In Uber Wakes Up To Multiple Criminal Charges In Central Mass: Police A routine Uber disturbance ended with the seizure of dozens of grams of suspected fentanyl and the arrest of a Southbridge man wanted on serious criminal warrants, police said. Giovanni Taboado, 28, of Southbridge, was identified as the passenger after officers responded around 2:46 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, to Cohasse Street for a report of an Uber rider who refused to get out of the vehicle. When officers arrived, they found Taboado unconscious in the back seat. Officers safely removed him from the vehicle. During the encounter, police said they found a large amount of suspected drugs package…

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by Josh Lanier
News
Mass-Native Journalist Says Phones Seized After Iran Trip, Emergency Court Fight Begins Mass-Native Journalist Says Phones Seized After Iran Trip, Emergency Court Fight Begins
Mass-Native Journalist Says Phones Seized After Iran Trip, Emergency Court Fight Begins A Boston-born journalist Max Blumenthal is asking a federal court to order the return of two smartphones seized by US Customs and Border Protection, arguing the government violated his constitutional rights and put confidential sources at risk. The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee filed the emergency motion in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia on Blumenthal's behalf. The filing seeks the return of both phones and any information copied from them. Blumenthal was detained for about two and a half hours after returning to the United States on July 10 from a…

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by Josh Lanier
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Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons
Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons Chloe Fineman is saying farewell to Studio 8H. The "Saturday Night Live" cast member, who had been on the show for seven years, announced her departure in a heartfelt post on her Instagram account.   "I have decided it’s time for my next chapter," Fineman said. "It’s cliche to say this but working at SNL has been the greatest privilege of my life. I still can’t really believe I got to be a part of it. I fell in love with the place the second I walked through the door. Lorne (if you’re reading this on your burner account) I want you to know that I am forever in your debt." Fineman…

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by Sam Barron
News
Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident
Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident The man at the center of a security scare at one of television's most recognizable studios now has a name, and NBC is explaining how close he got. Click here for a new, updated story: Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident NBC News identified the man on Thursday, July 16, as Andrew Truelove, citing three officials briefed on the matter. Truelove was born in 1985 and has a criminal history, with several cases pending in New York courts, NBC reported. A preliminary search found no weapons in his possession. NBC confirmed there was a “security incident” af…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One
Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One After a six-year hiatus, Olive Garden is bringing back one of its hardest-to-get deals. The Italian restaurant chain announced the return of its "Never-Ending Pasta Pass" in a news release on Monday, July 13. Only 10,000 passes will be available for $100 on PastaPass.com at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16. The Never-Ending Pasta Pass includes 13 weeks of unlimited pasta, homemade sauces, and protein toppings, along with never-ending soup or salad and breadsticks. Passholders will receive early access to Olive Garden's Never-Ending Pasta Bowl promotion starting Monday, Aug. 24. The nationw…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Witnesses Unable To Save Pilot After Plane Crashes Into Massachusetts State Forest Pond Witnesses Unable To Save Pilot After Plane Crashes Into Massachusetts State Forest Pond
Witnesses Unable To Save Pilot After Plane Crashes Into Massachusetts State Forest Pond A pilot was killed after a small plane crashed into Curlew Pond in Myles Standish State Forest, prompting a rescue effort by first responders and nearby good Samaritans. Authorities have identified the pilot as 81-year-old Richard Carrara of Kingston.  The crash happened around 7:45 a.m. Thursday, July 16, when Plymouth Police received a report of a plane down in Curlew Pond in the Plymouth state forest. The vessel was overturned in the water, with the pilot trapped inside just off the shoreline.  Plymouth police, firefighters, and several good Samaritans rushed into th…

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by Josh Lanier
News
Intruder Breaches 'Today' Show Security, Lunges At Co-Anchor: Reports Intruder Breaches 'Today' Show Security, Lunges At Co-Anchor: Reports
Intruder Breaches 'Today' Show Security, Lunges At Co-Anchor: Reports A frightening security breach at one of television's best-known morning shows ended with a man in custody and an anchor back on air minutes later. Click here for a new, updated story: Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident Multiple reports, including Deadline and People, said an unauthorized man entered a restricted area at NBC's Rockefeller Center studios in midtown Manhattan on Thursday, July 16, and confronted "Today" co-anchor Craig Melvin. The man entered around 9 a.m. Eastern time and initially asked for longtime weather anchor Al Roker, the re…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Trump Assassination Attempt In PA Was An 'Inside Job,' Slain Bystander's Widow Says Trump Assassination Attempt In PA Was An 'Inside Job,' Slain Bystander's Widow Says
Trump Assassination Attempt In PA Was An 'Inside Job,' Slain Bystander's Widow Says The widow of the fire chief killed during the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump believes the gunman did not act alone and that the deadly Pennsylvania rally attack was "an inside job." Helen Comperatore shared her beliefs during a NewsNation interview marking two years since the July 13, 2024 shooting at the Butler Farm Show grounds in Butler Township that claimed the life of her husband, Corey Comperatore. Former Buffalo Township Fire Chief Corey Comperatore, who was supposedly killed by a bullet aimed at former president Donald Trump by Thomas Matthew Crooks. Faceb…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Kardashian Bodyguard Killed In Motorcycle Crash Days Before 53rd Birthday Kardashian Bodyguard Killed In Motorcycle Crash Days Before 53rd Birthday
Kardashian Bodyguard Killed In Motorcycle Crash Days Before 53rd Birthday Celebrity bodyguard Mason Haynes, who worked with high-profile clients including the Kardashians, was killed in a motorcycle crash on July 4, just two days before his 53rd birthday. A GoFundMe campaign started by Annabel Bass says Haynes was killed in the Saturday, July 4, crash, leaving behind his wife, Fay, and children, Brooke and Noah. Details of the crash were not immediately clear. As news of his death spread, friends, colleagues, and former clients remembered the man they say made everyone around him feel safe. "The world has been robbed of that rare thing… a genuinely good man." Th…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Grandfather Breaks Silence After Terrifying Bison Attack: 'He Could Have Gored Me' Grandfather Breaks Silence After Terrifying Bison Attack: 'He Could Have Gored Me'
Grandfather Breaks Silence After Terrifying Bison Attack: 'He Could Have Gored Me' A grandfather who survived a terrifying Yellowstone encounter is describing the split-second choice that put him directly in danger. Carl Isom-McDaniel, 65, discussed the ordeal in an interview with CNN this week. Isom-McDaniel, a Washington state resident and community leader, was walking through Bridge Bay Campground with his 13-year-old grandson when they spotted a bull bison. “We were about a hundred yards away,” McDaniel told CNN. “He was not aggressive; he was not having problems, and we took some pictures and decided to walk on.” The encounter unfolded Friday evening, July 10, near…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Trump To Appear On New $1 Coin Despite Legal Questions, Treasury Sec. Says Trump To Appear On New $1 Coin Despite Legal Questions, Treasury Sec. Says
Trump To Appear On New $1 Coin Despite Legal Questions, Treasury Sec. Says President Donald Trump's face will appear on a new $1 coin as his administration moves forward with another effort to attach his branding to federal institutions. The US Mint will begin striking the gold-colored coin, which features Trump's portrait on the front, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a social media post on Wednesday, July 15. Trump is depicted with the phrase "In God We Trust," while the words "Liberty" and "1776-2026" appear around the edge. An eagle holding arrows in one talon and olive branches in the other appears on the reverse side. The manganese brass co…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Intense Diarrhea Outbreak Cases Surge: 3 Things To Know Before Eating Fresh Produce Intense Diarrhea Outbreak Cases Surge: 3 Things To Know Before Eating Fresh Produce
Intense Diarrhea Outbreak Cases Surge: 3 Things To Know Before Eating Fresh Produce A fast-growing summer health threat is forcing families to rethink what happens between the grocery bag and the dinner plate. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Wednesday, July 15, that 1,645 confirmed domestic cases of cyclosporiasis had been identified across 34 states. The total is nearly double the 843 confirmed cases reported five days earlier. The CDC is also reviewing more than 5,100 reports to determine whether they qualify as domestically acquired cases, according to its updated surveillance page. The outbreak had hospitalized 141 people as of Monday, July …

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by Joe Lombardi