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August 28

Dunkin’ Donuts and dinosaurs: The wildest crowdsourced ideas to replace Massachusetts’ state flag

Massachusetts closed public submissions for new state symbols as Bay State residents offered designs that spanned tradition and viral internet humor.

August 28

'Very unusual' ancient head with eerie smile unearthed by archaeology student at Scottish farm

An archaeology student uncovered a mysterious carved stone head with curly hair and a faint smile during an excavation at Skaill Farm on the Scottish island of Rousay.

August 27

Farmers install turnstiles to stop tourist invasion of popular mountain paths

Influencers are driving tourist crowds to the Dolomites as farmers install turnstiles in Seceda to protect meadows and hay production from visitor damage.

August 27

Surprised archaeologists unearth ancient graves caught between pagan, Christian rituals in Poland

Archaeologists in Poland uncovered 11th-century graves reopened by medieval Poles, revealing a blend of Christian and pagan burial practices during a period of cultural transition.

August 26

Elderly women rescued from hot tub at remote Kentucky cabin

Two elderly women became trapped in a hot tub at a remote Kentucky cabin and developed hyperthermia before rescuers saved them with cold-water treatment.

August 24

Sweet-toothed bear raids South Lake Tahoe ice cream shop, leaves with a taste for strawberry

El Dorado County deputies responded to a resort in South Lake Tahoe where a bear had broken into an ice cream shop and helped itself to multiple flavors.

August 23

Unlicensed dental tech allegedly used unorthodox adhesive on victims' teeth

Emely Martinez was not licensed to perform dental work, according to authorities. (Credit: WTVT)

August 21

Vegan firefighter hoses down burning tractor-trailer carrying 40,000 pounds of ribeye steaks: 'Total loss'

A vegan firefighter working at a fire district in Missouri responded to a tractor-trailer engulfed in flames with 40,000 pounds of ribeye steaks in cargo.

August 19

Firefighters cut open playground slide to rescue 40-year-old man stuck inside

The Vernon Fire Department and first responders rescued a 40-year-old man who was stuck headfirst inside a playground school slide in the sweltering August heat.

August 19

Ex-officer sentenced following arrest for groping OnlyFans star in video while on duty

Former Nashville police officer sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to official misconduct for participating in adult video while on duty.