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Shot Fired At Car Sparks Barricade Drama In Maryland Neighborhood: Police
A gunshot fired at a vehicle leaving a Maryland community led police straight to a nearby pickup truck, then a barricaded home and a specialized response team, authorities said. Aaron C. Acors, 48, of Severn, was arrested following the incident in the 1800 block of Severn Hills Lane in Anne Arundel County on Aug. 9, according to police. Western District officers were called to the neighborhood at approximately 9:20 p.m. for a report of shots fired. Investigators said that a suspect inside a pickup truck fired at a vehicle as it was exiting the community. Police began investigating and lat…
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These Northeast ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand
Communities across the Northeast dominated a new ranking of the nation's hottest housing markets. Realtor.com released its 2026 list of the hottest ZIP codes in the US on Monday, Aug. 10. The report ranked markets based on buyer demand and how quickly homes sold. The rankings were based on Realtor.com listing data from January through June 2026, using unique views per property to measure demand and days on market to measure how quickly homes sold. "This year's hottest ZIP codes tell us that buyers aren't simply chasing the lowest price tag anymore — they're chasing space, character an…
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7UP Changing Recipe In Biggest Shakeup In 15+ Years: See What's New
7UP is putting lime first in what the soda brand is calling its biggest evolution in more than 15 years. Keurig Dr Pepper announced the change for the popular lemon-lime soda in a news release on Monday, Aug. 10. The new 7UP Lime Lemon formula will begin rolling out nationwide in mid-August. The lime-first recipe will be used in 7UP's regular, zero sugar, cherry, and cherry zero sugar versions. "This is a bold reinvention of one of America's most iconic soda brands for a new generation of consumers — starting with the flavor itself," said Drew Panay…
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Ready-To-Eat Meat, Poultry Items Flagged In New Food Safety Alert Linked To Jalapeños
A growing food-safety scare involving contaminated jalapeños has spread to prepared meat and poultry products sold at major retailers. The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert on Saturday, Aug. 8, for 18 ready-to-eat products containing jalapeños tied to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. The alert covers prepared foods sold under brands including Taylor Farms, Ready Meals, and Meal Simple. Products were distributed through major retailers, including Kroger, Walmart, HEB, and Albertsons. The implicated jalapeños were grown in Sinaloa…
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62 Firefighters Spend Two Hours Battling $300K Blaze That Gutted Maryland Home
There wasn't much left untouched when the flames were finally out. A fire ripped through a Maryland home late on Saturday morning, leaving one person injured and parts of the house burned down to the frame. The blaze broke out shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 8, at a home on Cuckold Creek Road in Newburg, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal. By the time the fire was under control, 62 firefighters had spent more than two hours battling the blaze until the flames could be knocked down. Investigators traced the fire back to a first-floor bedroom. The cause remains a mystery days la…
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Brazen 27-Year-Old Accused Of Stealing Kim Kardashian's Car At Her $60M LA Mansion
A brazen intruder turned an alleged break-in at Kim Kardashian's $60 million Los Angeles-area estate into something resembling a joy ride. A 27-year-old man was arrested at Kardashian's Hidden Hills property Sunday, Aug. 9, after security spotted him loading items into a vehicle shortly before 4 p.m., according to authorities and multiple reports. Kardashian, 45, and her children were not home. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to the gated community after security personnel alerted authorities. The department's Malibu/Lost Hills station serves Hidde…
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This Brain-Boosting Habit May Delay Signs Of Aging, Research Finds
Your next workout may not require a gym membership or even a pair of sneakers. Scientists say one everyday skill could help the brain stay healthier as people age, with growing evidence suggesting the benefits extend well beyond communication. Multiple reports highlighted new findings after researchers presented data showing adults who speak more than one language tend to have younger-looking brains and may be less likely to experience accelerated biological aging. Medical News Today summarized the research presented at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) Forum. One of…
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‘Oops, Wrong Number’ Texts On Rise: What To Watch For
A message that appears to be a harmless mix-up can be the start of something much more costly. The warning centers on so-called "accidental" texts. The message may sound casual and believable, such as someone saying they are running late or trying to reach another person. The trap is the reply. Experian says wrong-number texts are often the first step in romance or employment scams. Scammers may also use AI messaging bots to target large numbers of people at once. Even a polite answer, such as telling the sender they have the wrong number, can show a scammer that the phone line is active…
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Deadly Summer Bacteria Threat Triggers Warnings In Multiple States, Including MD
Health officials in multiple states are warning residents about a potentially deadly bacterial threat that becomes more common as waters warm. Seven deaths have now been reported this year from Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana and Florida, according to official state health data. The bacterium can cause rapidly progressing, life-threatening infections and, in some cases, destroy tissue around an infected wound. Louisiana's Department of Health said Thursday, Aug. 6, that five people had died among nine reported cases in the state this year. Florida has recorded 14 case…
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Animal Control Called After Fire Erupts At Baltimore County Reptile House (
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A Sunday evening fire in Maryland came with some particularly cold-blooded concerns. Firefighters were called to the Holt Park Reptile House in the 100 block of McCormick Avenue in Fullerton on Sunday, Aug. 9, where crews arrived to find a two-story building on fire, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department. The fire brought a sizable response to the park as crews worked around the building and stretched hoses across the property. It was extinguished at approximately 7:40 p.m., fire officials said. No injuries were reported. But there was one lingering concern after the flames w…
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NBA Legend Don Nelson Dies: Second-Winningest Coach In League History
One of basketball's most influential and unconventional figures has died. Don Nelson, the Hall of Fame coach who ranks second in NBA history in regular-season victories, died Sunday, Aug. 9, at age 86, the Golden State Warriors announced. " 'Nellie' was one of the most innovative and influential coaches in NBA history and an iconic figure in Warriors history," Golden State's statement read. Nelson compiled a 1,335-1,063 record during 31 seasons as an NBA head coach. Only Gregg Popovich has more regular-season victories. Nelson held the league record for nearly 12 years before Popovich surp…
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Photos Show Devastation After Fire Tears Through Virginia Home
There wasn't much left untouched when the flames were finally knocked down. Firefighters were called to a home in the 100 block of Indian Point Road in Stafford County at approximately 1:45 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, where they found heavy fire ripping through an attached garage and spreading into the two-story Virginia residence, according to Stafford County Fire and Rescue. It moved fast. Flames extended from the garage farther into the home before rapidly reaching the attic and roof, fire officials said. The aftermath of the fire in Stafford County. Stafford County Fire and Resc…
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