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October 20, 2023

Peru threatens cellphone thieves with harsher penalties, including life in prison

In an effort to combat Peru’s rise in cellphone thefts, the government has imposed harsher penalties, including life in prison for those who commit murder to steal the devices.

October 20, 2023

Illinois reports first measles case since 2019: ‘One of the most contagious diseases known’

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently reported its first case of measles since 2019. Here's what to know about symptoms, transmission and prevention of the disease.

October 20, 2023

Meet the American who gave us Nashville hot chicken, Thornton Prince, man of many passions

Thornton Prince was a legendary Nashville lothario who was served a plate of insanely hot fried chicken as revenge by a crossed lover. It's now known as Nashville hot chicken.

October 19, 2023

Transgender former football coach listed in Maxim Australia's ‘Hot 100’ women alongside Margot Robbie

A biologically male former Australian football coach was ranked among Australia's "Hot 100" women, sparking outrage among commentators on the internet.

October 19, 2023

Video shows Texas carnival worker clinging to amusement ride in midair to protect child after mishap

The Pecan Festival in Grove, Texas, experienced a few tense minutes Sunday, after a ride operator was seen dangling from amusement ride trying to protect a 12-year-old girl inside one of the cars.

October 19, 2023

It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No, it’s a flying jet ski

The Jetson ONE is made to bring short air travel to the masses with a maximum travel of up to 20 minutes at 63 mph and as high as 1,500 feet.

October 19, 2023

Nicaragua sends 12 imprisoned Roman Catholic priests to Italy in agreement with the Vatican

A dozen imprisoned Roman Catholic priests in Nicaragua has been stripped of their citizenship and sent to Rome, Italy, in an agreement reached with the Vatican.

October 19, 2023

South Korea examines Kim Jong Un’s lifestyle, spending habits

North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un and his family are increasing their consumption of luxury goods in North Korea following the end of the COVID-19 era.

October 18, 2023

Crew member burned, passengers evacuated from small cruise ship in Maine after explosion

Passengers aboard a small cruise ship in Maine are now at a hotel following an explosion and fire that injured one crew member, officials said.

October 18, 2023

St. Louis Zoo elephant dies after lost dog agitates herd

A female Asian elephant at the St. Louis Zoo died Friday, reportedly collapsing when her herd became agitated over a loose dog near their enclosure.