Note: This story was originally reported in January 2021. In late December 2020, a viral social media claim suggested that homes displaying five-pointed stars were secretly signaling that the residents were “swingers.” The rumor spread quickly, but investigations found no evidence to support it. In fact, the claim can be traced back to an old…
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A devastating car crash near the Wyoming–Colorado border has claimed the lives of three members of the University of Wyoming men’s swimming and diving team. The victims were identified as sophomore Charlie Clark, 19, of Las Vegas; junior Luke Slabber, 21, of Cape Town, South Africa; and freshman Carson Muir, 18, of Birmingham, Alabama.The crash…
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I’m sixty-two, a literature teacher who thought December would pass the way it always does—stacked essays, lukewarm tea, and students pretending they don’t feel the magic of the season. But this year, something small shifted everything. A quiet student named Emily asked to interview me for a class project about meaningful holiday memories. I tried…
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Graduation night was supposed to be the happiest moment of my life. I had waited years not just for the ceremony, but to wear my mother’s dress—the same one she wore to her graduation before cancer took her when I was twelve. That dress was more than fabric. It was my last connection to her….
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ICE agent Jonathan Ross could become a millionaire if he ultimately receives the funds raised for him through multiple online fundraisers.Ross fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good on January 7 in Minneapolis during protests against ICE. A fire department report later confirmed that Good was shot four times, and despite emergency responders’ efforts, she was…
A unique road marking is beginning to appear in select areas across the United States, catching the attention of drivers. The design features a thin blue line painted between the standard yellow center lines on certain roads. First introduced in parts of Maryland, the marking is meant to serve as a visible sign of appreciation…
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My name is Claire, and I grew up in foster care, moving so often that I learned not to unpack or get too attached. By the time I arrived at my last group home, I had made peace with the idea that stability wasn’t meant for me. That changed the day I met Noah, a…
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Noticing unique symbols is a natural part of curiosity, especially for children who often pay attention to small but meaningful details. A gold star on a license plate may appear decorative at first glance, yet for many families it carries a significance that goes far beyond design. It represents service, remembrance, and a personal loss…
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The red carpets of Hollywood seem a world away from the cold, institutional walls of a federal prison. Yet, this is the exact, unbelievable setting where one of television’s most famous actresses, Leighton Meester, first drew breath. Born in a Texas facility while her mother was serving time for drug trafficking—and with a father also involved in…
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These Cherry Cheesecake Bars capture everything people love about simple, shareable desserts—easy, comforting, and made with love. Using just three main ingredients (plus a few pantry staples), you get a buttery crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, and a glossy cherry topping in less time than it takes to order takeout. There’s no mixer and no…
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