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July 6, 2023

Bomb threat diverts flight carrying 177 passengers to Spokane International Airport; one in custody

Alaska Airlines said one of its flights that was traveling from Atlanta to Seattle ultimately was diverted to Spokane International Airport following a bomb threat.

July 5, 2023

Argentine soccer player receives red card, ejected after appearing to urinate on field

In a strange series of events, striker Axel Leonel Ovejero received a red card after he appeared to urinate on the field during a match between Argentino de Merlo and Sacachispas.

July 5, 2023

Psychoactive drugs from China labeled as beauty products seize at Virginia airport

Airport customs officers in Dulles, Virginia, seized over 70 pounds of synthetic drugs split between two packages shipped from China and labeled as beauty products.

July 5, 2023

Colosseum vandal apologizes for defacing ancient Roman building, claims he was unaware of its age

Tourist Ivan Dimitrov has apologized for vandalizing the ancient Colosseum in Rome, Italy, explaining that he was unaware of how old it was when he carved his name in brick.

July 5, 2023

North Carolina man who spotted crack in massive roller coaster recounts astonishing discovery: 'Not normal'

A North Carolina man who video-recorded a crack in the Fury 325 giga roller coaster that prompted its closure spoke out on his discovery during 'Fox & Friends.'

July 5, 2023

Fisherman in Georgia reels in 27-pound longnose gar, may be largest in Lake Allatoona history

A fisherman in Georgia recently broke the Lake Allatoona longnose gar fishing record with a 27-pound, four-ounce catch that measured nearly five feet in length.

July 5, 2023

Bobcat that attacked sleeping camper in Connecticut tests positive for rabies

Wildlife officials in Connecticut said the bobcat that was killed after attacking a sleeping adult camper has tested positive for rabies.

July 5, 2023

Amsterdam plans 'erotic center' as struggling red light district spirals

Amsterdam has introduced a number of laws over the recent years to limit the appeal of the area, including limits on how long bars stay open and how late sex workers can operate.

July 5, 2023

Backpacker goes missing during hike at Yosemite National Park

Hayden Klemenok, 24, was swept away in the Chilnualna Creek at Upper Chilnaulna Falls in California's Yosemite National Park on Sunday, his family said.

July 5, 2023

Crack in North Carolina roller coaster's support beam reminds thrill seekers of risks of amusement parks

A crack in the support beam of a roller coaster at a Charlotte, North Carolina, amusement park is the latest reminder of the risks that come with amusement park rides.