Pro athletes’ homes are target of South American thieves, FBI warns
December 31, 2024
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Pro athletes’ homes are target of South American thieves, FBI warns

South American crime rings that have targeted wealthy Southern California neighborhoods for sophisticated home burglaries the last several years may now be targeting professional athletes’ homes across the…

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In Carter’s Hometown, a Long Vigil Ends With Sorrow, but Also Uplift
December 31, 2024
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In Carter’s Hometown, a Long Vigil Ends With Sorrow, but Also Uplift

Plains, Ga., had been bracing for the inevitable through the former president’s ailments and nearly two years of hospice care. Still, his death, at 100, “doesn’t seem real.”…

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2025 Rose Parade to roll through Pasadena on New Year’s Day
December 31, 2024
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2025 Rose Parade to roll through Pasadena on New Year’s Day

It is time, once again, to test the mettle of those petals. The 136th Rose Parade is set to kick off at 8 a.m. PST on New Year’s…

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Where Is Russia Finding New Soldiers? Wherever It Can.
December 30, 2024
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Where Is Russia Finding New Soldiers? Wherever It Can.

From murder suspects to immigrants to a former Olympic gold medalist, Russia pressures those it thinks should fight in Ukraine. Source link

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Justin Baldoni plans countersuit against Blake Lively in latest ‘It Ends With Us’ drama
December 30, 2024
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Justin Baldoni plans countersuit against Blake Lively in latest ‘It Ends With Us’ drama

The legal drama surrounding “It Ends With Us” continued to mount over the weekend. On Dec. 20, Blake Lively filed a legal complaint against Justin Baldoni, her co-star…

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Jimmy Carter dies: California leaders recall ‘a man of rare character’
December 30, 2024
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Jimmy Carter dies: California leaders recall ‘a man of rare character’

SACRAMENTO —  California lawmakers expressed their condolences Sunday after former President Carter’s death at 100. He was remembered for the role he played in a post-Watergate world and for…

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Rodessa Barrett Porter, Member of a Storied Gospel Trio, Dies at 94
December 30, 2024
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Rodessa Barrett Porter, Member of a Storied Gospel Trio, Dies at 94

The Barrett Sisters were a Chicago institution, known for their tight harmonies and joyful performances. She was the last one standing. Source link

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Rolex, other watches stolen from Keanu Reeves’ Los Angeles home turn up in Chile
December 30, 2024
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Rolex, other watches stolen from Keanu Reeves’ Los Angeles home turn up in Chile

Keanu Reeves’ stolen Rolex has been found — in Chile. The $9,000 Rolex Submariner, engraved with Reeves’ name, turned up in a police raid on four houses in…

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Trump Weighs In on H-1B Visas Supported by Elon Musk
December 30, 2024
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Trump Weighs In on H-1B Visas Supported by Elon Musk

He said in an interview that he had used the visas for skilled workers “many times.” But he has mainly used visas for unskilled workers like housekeepers. Source…

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Hollywood now ponders: How did Blake Lively get those damaging texts?
December 29, 2024
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Hollywood now ponders: How did Blake Lively get those damaging texts?

When actress Blake Lively went public this month with the explosive accusation that her “It Ends With Us” co-star and producer Justin Baldoni and his team developed a…

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