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New Orleans truck attack: What we know as details emerge about the suspect, the victims and the ‘ISIS-inspired’ plot
At least 15 people have died after the attack on Bourbon Street early on Wednesday, officials said.
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College Football Playoff scores: Ohio State blows out Oregon in Rose Bowl; Texas hangs on to beat ASU in Peach Bowl
Three teams have booked their tickets to the CFP semifinals. Who will join them?
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2025 Sugar Bowl: How to watch the Georgia vs. Notre Dame game today
New year, new CFP games! The Sugar Bowl closes out a triple-header today. Here's what to know.
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Ohio State overwhelms Oregon to win Rose Bowl and secure a matchup vs. Texas in College Football Playoff
The Buckeyes will face the Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl on Jan. 10.
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Justin Baldoni sues New York Times for $250M over Blake Lively story: A guide to the key players involved in the 'It Ends With Us' dispute
Blake Lively has formally filed a lawsuit against Baldoni and others for alleged sexual harassment while filming "It Ends With Us."
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NFL Draft order 2025: Patriots now lead race for No. 1 pick after Giants' surprising victory
Las Vegas and New York could use a new QB, and both Cam Ward (Miami) and Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) are expected to go early in the draft. Now it's unclear if either will be around by the time those teams pick.
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Caribbean cruise port declares state of emergency
Nine cruise lines have scheduled visits to this this troubled Caribbean cruise port.
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The man who died in a Tesla Cybertruck explosion was an active-duty US Army Green Beret
The person who died when a Tesla Cybertruck packed with explosives burst into flames outside President-elect Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel was a highly decorated U.S. Army Green Beret who deployed twice to Afghanistan, officials said Thursday. Two law enforcement officials identified the man inside the futuristic-looking pickup truck as Matthew Livelsberger. Livelsberger served in the Green Berets, highly trained special forces who work to counter terrorism abroad and train partners, the Army
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Both the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded and the New Orleans attack vehicle were rented using the Turo app
The San Francisco-based company said it didn't believe either renter had a criminal background that would have identified them as a security threat.
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'Wallace & Gromit' directors say new film is like 'Cape Fear' — with penguins
The latest stop-motion adventure from Aardman Animations "seemed to lack something, like a more sinister element," until the co-directors decided to bring back a franchise favorite character.
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The health benefits of Dry January: What a month without alcohol could mean for your health in 2025
You've heard about "Dry January" — ditching alcohol for 31 days — but what are the potential health benefits? A registered dietitian breaks them down.
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Wordle hints today for #1,293: Clues and answer for Thursday, January 2
Does today's Wordle have you stumped? Here are some hints and the answer.
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USThe Telegraph
Cybertruck bomber was military veteran who used same car share app as New Orleans attacker
The driver of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel on New Year’s Day was an army veteran who served for nearly two decades.
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Carrie Underwood Fans Can't Get Over Her Before and After Photos
The country music star returned to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve for the third time.
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“I didn’t want my song playing while a family got whacked!”: Journey singer’s fears about Don’t Stop Believin’
What happened when the rock anthem featured in The Sopranos
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FDA Announces Popular Eye Drop Recall Over Fungal Contamination
The FDA and Alcon Laboratories recalled one lot of Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go, 25 count over fungal contamination.
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12 health resolutions to consider adopting as the new year approaches
If you've failed to follow through on new year's resolutions for health in the past, you may be hesitant to try again. But these 12 "bite sized" goals may be exactly what you need to start 2025 off on the right foot.
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Working out while sick: Is exercising with a cold a good idea?
Exercising can help boost immune function, but exercising while sick — especially when you're experiencing specific symptoms — can make your illness worse. Learn when you should take it easy and when you should lay off your workouts completely.
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Biggest Pro Bowl snubs: Baker Mayfield and a few others should feel slighted
Who should have made the Pro Bowl but was left out?
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College Football Playoff Quarterfinals Overreaction | College Football Enquirer
On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde react to the outcomes of three of the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal games.
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Players who made (or broke) your 2024 fantasy football season
After a season of analyzing players who made or broke our lineups, Tera Roberts looks at the full picture.
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Way-too-early top 50 fantasy football rankings for 2025
With the 2024 fantasy football season in the books, Dalton Del Don looks ahead to next season with his early rankings.
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Why Trump is antsy about the coming debt ceiling fight
A new debt ceiling established this week sets up a coming debate about averting default. The parameters of that standoff are already making Donald Trump unhappy.
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NBA MVP Rankings: The top 5 contenders in the award race at the start of the new year
A lot has changed since the last time we checked in on the MVP race.
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SportsUncrowned
AEW Dynamite results and highlights (Jan. 1): Adam Copeland changes names again, Ricochet goes insane
The first AEW of 2025 kicked off with a bang as Ricochet turned over a devious new leaf and the man now known as Cope returned to action.
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Colts' Anthony Richardson says back injury kept him from standing or walking, could be chronic condition
Richardson said a MRI revealed "a disc thing" that "might be chronic."
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MLB free agency: Corbin Burnes agrees to massive deal with Diamondbacks, Teoscar Hernández rejoining the Dodgers
Stay up to date with the latest from the baseball hot stove.
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The worst fantasy football draft picks made in the 2024 season
Kate Magdziuk identifies the worst picks in every round of 2024 fantasy football drafts.
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Saquon Barkley to sit Week 18 for Eagles, ending chase for NFL single-season rushing record
Barkley will finish the regular season 100 yards behind Eric Dickerson's mark of 2,105.
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Fantasy basketball: 10 bold predictions for the rest of the NBA season
We're into 2025, ladies and gents! Dan Titus looks into his crystal ball to see what could happen during the rest of the fantasy basketball season.
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The 10 best healthy snacks on Amazon, according to registered dietitians
Healthy snacks can help set you up for success with your new year's resolutions — here are the 10 best healthy snacks on Amazon you can subscribe and save on, according to registered dietitians.
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Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair says 3-game suspension left him in a 'dark place'
Al-Shaair was suspended last month for a hit that concussed Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence.
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‘I don’t know what targeting is’: Did a non-call cost Arizona State a playoff game?
Officials opted not to flag Texas for targeting at a crucial point in the Peach Bowl, a non-call that left many scratching their heads.
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Master the 'rich mom' look for less with Amazon's secret shopping section
These classic finds are giving Gwyneth Paltrow, Gisele Bündchen and Meghan Markle vibes, but they start at just $13.
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BusinessTechCrunch
Internal SpaceX documents show the sweet stock deals offered to investors like a16z, Gigafund
Like many highly valued startups, SpaceX sometimes allows its employees to cash out some of their shares by selling to company-authorized outside investors. TechCrunch has gotten a peek at an internal SpaceX document about such a tender offer from May 2022. Musk posted on X last month that SpaceX holds such sales for employees about every 6 months.
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CFP quarterfinal reactions: Ohio State blows out Oregon & Texas survives Arizona State | College Football Power Hour
Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman react to the thrilling, double-overtime victory for Texas vs. Arizona State and Ohio State’s total thrashing of Oregon.
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SportsUncrowned
6 bold wrestling predictions for 2025, ranked from most likely to the totally outlandish
Surprises are essential in pro wrestling. So here are some of the biggest and boldest we expect to see from WWE and AEW in 2025.
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Mortgage and refinance rates today, January 2, 2025: Will rates drop this year?
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Fixed rates are up this week. They may fall in 2025, but not drastically. Lock in your rate today.
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Pistons guard Jaden Ivey reportedly suffers broken fibula after collision with Cole Anthony
Ivey's ankle could be seen bending several degrees the wrong way.
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18 questions as the PGA Tour begins its 2025 season
Who will challenge Scottie Scheffler? And when will we see Tiger Woods?
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Cybertruck explosion outside Trump hotel in Vegas leaves 1 dead, 7 injured
A Tesla Cybertruck that exploded and burst into flames Wednesday morning just outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas has left one person dead and several injured, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). Seven people suffered minor injuries, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill said during a media briefing Wednesday. McMahill did not identify the individual who was killed.
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Money market account rates today, January 2, 2025 (earn up to 5.00% APY)
Looking for the best money market account interest rates available today? Here’s where to find the highest rates. Is a good time to open a money market account?
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Here's where Wall Street sees stocks heading after the best 2-year stretch since '97-'98
Wall Street strategists see further gains for the S&P 500 in 2025 as a broadening of earnings growth and a resilient US economy continue to drive the bull market rally.
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Stock market today: Dow, Nasdaq, S&P 500 waver as Wall Street eyes a new year comeback
Markets are set to kick off the new year on the front foot as faith in techs reemerges.
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NFL Week 18 betting: 7 best lines, props and more, including the Vikings-Lions clash
Here's a look at Week 18 from a betting perspective.
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NFL injuries, news updates: Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol, Brock Purdy out with right elbow contusion
Hurts missed Week 17, while Purdy suffered his injury during Monday's loss to the Lions.
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I scrolled through 10,000 clothing items on Amazon — here are the under-$50 pieces I'm buying
Our fashion editor spent hours combing through thousands of styles — these are the 10 best, most affordable looks she's adding to her cart.
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Packers CB Jaire Alexander has surgery on right knee, will likely miss remainder of 2024 season
Alexander tore the PCL in his right knee during Week 8. The Packers hope he could return if they make it to the Super Bowl.
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Passengers say they were put on the streets ‘like animals’ after JetBlue flight to Boston delayed
“This was far beyond a delay, this was sending people to the streets in a third-world country in the wee hours of the night and asking them to fend for themselves with no solutions.”
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JD Vance’s Wife Usha Wears Snake Dress by Retrofête for Mar-a-Lago New Year’s Eve Party
The vice president-elect wore a black tuxedo.
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Philadelphia winter storm: How much snow is expected to fall, and when?
FOX 29's Weather Authority is tracking Philadelphia's first 'measurable' snowfall next week. Here are the latest snow total predictions:
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USThe Daily Beast
Suspected Las Vegas Cybertruck Bomber Was a ‘Big’ Trump Supporter: Source
The man suspected of being behind Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas was a “big” supporter of Donald Trump and voted for him in November, a senior law enforcement official tells the Daily Beast. That revelation came from an interview between Matthew Livelsberger’s loved ones and investigators, the source said. His family added that they believed the 37-year-old Green Beret, who died in Wednesday’s blast outside Trump International Hotel, was a registered Republican. That revelations tracks
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Millie Bobby Brown Claps Back at Critics After Sharing New Photo
While Millie Bobby Brown may be best known for her role as Eleven on Stranger Things, she is no longer a child. Find out what she said after several users criticized her current appearance.
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Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt, Wife Tavia and Their 3 Lookalike Kids Ditch the Red for Beachy New Year's Eve Looks
Gracie Hunt, the eldest of the Hunt siblings, shared new photos of the family’s New Year’s Eve vacation
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USThe Wrap
What We Know About Las Vegas Cybertruck Terror Suspect Matthew Livelsberger
One dead body was found inside the exploded Cybertruck in front of Trump International Hotel and seven people were injured The post What We Know About Las Vegas Cybertruck Terror Suspect Matthew Livelsberger appeared first on TheWrap.
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Flagship Ukrainian brigade trained in France goes AWOL
About 1,700 soldiers from a Ukrainian unit equipped by the West and trained in France went AWOL before firing a shot.
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Oregon WR Tez Johnson's message for Ohio State's Will Howard resonates after CFP loss
After Ohio State's win over Oregon in the CFP quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl, Ducks WR Tez Johnson waited to congratulate Ohio State QB Will Howard.
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Jeremy Renner Says ‘I Stand Strong Again’ on Two-Year Anniversary of Snow Plow Accident and Quips: ‘I Am Sorry’ to Medical Staff for ‘All the Haunting Images’
Jeremy Renner marked the second anniversary of his near-death snow plow accident with an emotional post on his Instagram page featuring a photo of himself in the hospital, surrounded by the medical staff who saved his life and helped him recover. “Ringing in my second ‘ReBirthday’ today,” Renner wrote in the caption. “I send out …
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Martha Stewart accused of photoshopping vacation snaps: ‘Where did your hand go?’
"Love you Martha! And your missing hand." — one user quipped.
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USWTTG
DC snow: Several inches possible Sunday into Monday
Snow lovers, get ready! There is potential for snow showers on Friday across parts of the Washington, D.C. region. However, the greater chance for accumulating snow comes Sunday into Monday, with several inches possible.
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USThe Daily Beast
Cybertruck Blast Suspect Revealed to Be Active-Duty Green Beret Soldier
The suspect in the New Year’s Day Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas was an active-duty highly trained Special Operations soldier, according to multiple reports. The driver who rented the Tesla has been named as 37-year-old Matthew Livelsberger from Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was said to be married to a social worker and on leave from duty in Germany at the time of the attack. His wife had not heard from him for several days, reported CBS News.
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USAssociated Press
FBI agents search home of top NYPD official amid allegations he demanded sex for overtime pay
Federal agents on Thursday searched the home of a former top New York City police official who resigned late last month after he was accused of demanding sex from a subordinate in exchange for opportunities to earn extra pay. Law enforcement officials executed warrants on multiple locations, including the home of Jeffrey Maddrey, the highest-ranking uniformed officer in the NYPD, as part of a joint investigation, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said in a statement.
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Jocelyn Wildenstein, ‘Catwoman’ socialite known for her extreme cosmetic surgery, dies
Jocelyn Wildenstein, the Swiss-born socialite famous for surgery-enhanced feline features, has died. Her partner Lloyd Klein told AFP she died of a pulmonary embolism in Paris.
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The Internet Is Obsessed With Vintage Jennifer Connelly—Here’s Why
The internet is once again obsessing over Jennifer Connelly’s iconic looks, this time revisiting her stunning performance in the 1991 cult classic Career Opportunities. A viral tweet showcasing a collage… The post The Internet Is Obsessed With Vintage Jennifer Connelly—Here’s Why appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
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Celebrities Who Were Allegedly Horrible To Wait On At Restaurants, And Others Who Were Amazing
"They destroyed that section of the restaurant, pissed off everyone around them, and tipped absolutely NOTHING."
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USPeople
Loved Ones Mourn Michigan Grandparents Who Died 1 Day Apart in Back-to-Back Holiday Tragedies: 'Unbelievable'
Scott Levitan and his wife Marylou Levitan died on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, respectively
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Is there a Thursday Night Football game tonight? NFL Week 18 schedule
There has been an NFL game every Thursday night since Week 1. But is there a "Thursday Night Football" game tonight?
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PoliticsWWD
Melania Trump Wears Draped Versace Gown for Mar-a-Lago New Year’s Eve Party
Donald Trump accompanied his wife in a black tuxedo.
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I've taken my family to 5 major steakhouse chains in the US. We enjoyed most, but one is the best by a landslide.
We went to LongHorn Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris, Outback, Texas Roadhouse, The Capital Grille to see which steakhouse chains are worth it for families.
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USThe Wrap
Tesla’s Deadly Trump Tower Cybertruck Explosion in Vegas Mocked as ‘Perfect Metaphor’ for 2025
The New Year's Day event, which killed one and injured seven, garnered reactions online ridiculing CEO Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump The post Tesla’s Deadly Trump Tower Cybertruck Explosion in Vegas Mocked as ‘Perfect Metaphor’ for 2025 appeared first on TheWrap.
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USMoneywise
‘They blocked my calls’: This Ohio man accidentally bought an entire street for $5K — now the city wants it back
He claims he's not getting fair compensation from the City of Trenton, calling his battle with eminent domain a "nightmare."
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People Who Worked For Literal Billionaires Are Exposing How They're So Different From "Regular" People, And It's Fascinating
"He buys all new clothes everywhere he goes and then just throws them away when he leaves. Or, I should say, his personal assistant buys him all new clothes everywhere he goes. He's not doing it himself."
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Biden is giving the 2nd highest civilian award to the leaders of the Jan. 6 congressional committee
President Joe Biden is bestowing the second highest civilian medal on Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson, leaders of the congressional investigation into the Capitol riot who Donald Trump has said should be jailed for their roles in the inquiry. Biden will award the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 people in a ceremony Thursday at the White House, including Americans who fought for marriage equality, a pioneer in treating wounded soldiers, and two of the president's longtime friends, former Sens.
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USWOFL
Missing Florida woman's remains, submerged minivan found a decade after her disappearance
The vehicle of a Melbourne woman missing since 2014 has been discovered in a retention pond just over a mile from her home, with her remains found inside, authorities confirmed.
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USThe Independent
Passengers kicked off flight with nowhere to go in travel nightmare: ‘People out on the streets like animals’
The airline did not provide any arrangements for the travelers, who say they were ‘traumatized’ by the incident
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USNaples Daily News
Plane crashes at Naples Airport early Wednesday: What to know
"A few buildings on the airport grounds were damaged and the airport has resumed normal operations," Naples Airport posted on Facebook.
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USBusiness Insider
Las Vegas police thanked Elon Musk for investigating the Tesla Cybertruck blast outside Trump's hotel
Musk had given the police additional information on the explosion, as well as footage of Tesla charging stations across the country.
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USThe Guardian
Driver in Las Vegas Cybertruck blast was decorated US army soldier, officials say
Suspect, 37, was a Green Beret, and authorities revealed he died from a self-inflicted gunshot to the head
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Woman Tells Family Her Dryer Isn’t Working — and They're Shocked When They Figure Out Why (Exclusive)
Delaney Neal has lived by herself for two years
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