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Oct 03 2025CRIME

Tennessee's Rare Female Execution: What's Next for Christa Pike?

Christa Pike, the sole woman on Tennessee's death row, is facing execution in 2026. This would mark the first time in over a century that Tennessee executes a woman. The state's Supreme Court has set the date for September 30, 2026, at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. Pike w

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Oct 01 2025WEATHER

Bermuda Faces Strong Hurricane Imelda

Bermuda is getting ready for a powerful storm. Hurricane Imelda is heading towards the island. It is expected to be very close to Bermuda early Thursday morning. As of Wednesday at 11 a. m. EDT, Imelda was about 340 miles west-southwest of Bermuda. It was moving east-northeast at 20 mph with winds o

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Sep 27 2025LIFESTYLE

A Local Favorite Bids Adieu After Two Decades

After more than 20 years of serving up Southwestern, Cajun, and Creole flavors, Rebos, a beloved restaurant on Sioux City's Historic Fourth Street, has permanently closed its doors. The announcement came via a heartfelt Facebook post, expressing gratitude to the community for their unwavering suppor

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Sep 25 2025POLITICS

Cold War Secrets Hidden in Berlin's Artistic Mountain

Berlin's Teufelsberg, or Devil's Mountain, is more than just a hill. It's a pile of rubble from World War II, hiding the ruins of a Nazi military college. But during the Cold War, it became a spy hub for the U. S. and its allies. The hill's height made it perfect for spying on East Germany and the

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Sep 22 2025LIFESTYLE

A Life Well Lived: Kim Michael Oliver's Journey

Kim Michael Oliver, who passed away at 73 in Scarborough, left behind a legacy of love, work, and play. Born in Portland in 1952, Kim's life was marked by significant milestones. He graduated from South Portland High School in 1970 and later earned a degree in Business Administration from the Univer

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Sep 17 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Britannic's Secrets: A Century Later

The Britannic, a sister ship to the Titanic, met its fate in 1916 when it struck a mine during World War I. Unlike the Titanic, the Britannic was repurposed as a hospital ship, serving as the largest of its kind at the time. Its tragic end came when it sank rapidly, with only thirty lives lost out o

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Sep 14 2025SCIENCE

Food Science: The Unsung Hero of Our Health

Food isn't just about taste; it's a vital part of our lives, especially in difficult times. The Federal Research Centre of Nutrition, Biotechnology and Food Safety has been working behind the scenes for 95 years to ensure our food is safe and nutritious. During the Great Patriotic War, the Institut

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Sep 05 2025CELEBRITIES

Harry and Zoe: A New Chapter?

Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz have been spotted together again, sparking more talk about their possible romance. This time, they were seen holding hands on September 3, adding fuel to the fire. The picture, shared by DeuxMoi, shows them walking casually in an unknown city. Harry was dressed in a deni

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Sep 05 2025SPORTS

The Showdown: Missouri vs. Kansas

The Missouri Tigers and Kansas Jayhawks are gearing up for a football match that's more than just a game. It's a clash with deep roots, stretching back to the 1850s and '60s, when Missouri and Kansas were at odds over slavery. This historic feud isn't just about football; it's about states, cultures

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Sep 03 2025POLITICS

A Long-Awaited Homecoming for Madagascar's Lost Heroes

In a significant move, France has returned three skulls to Madagascar, a gesture that has been a long time coming. These skulls, taken during the colonial era, include one believed to be that of King Toera, who was executed by French troops. The handover took place in late August at the French cultu

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