Lost medieval tale The Song of Wade decoded by Cambridge scholars solving 130-year-old Chaucerian mystery
A literary enigma that has puzzled scholars for more than a century might have finally been unraveled. Researchers at Cambridge University have reinterpreted a fragment of the lost medieval poem known as The Song of Wade, gaining new insight into its meaning...
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Lost medieval tale The Song of Wade decoded by Cambridge scholars solving 130-year-old Chaucerian mystery
Cambridge scholars reinterpret a lost medieval poem, revealing new links to Chaucer and insights into medieval sermons and storytelling.Dario Radley (Archaeology News Online Magazine)
Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap privately sought to forge an alliance before negotiations broke down, according to records shared by supervisors. He still hasn’t released his own messages in response to Votebeat requests.
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East Tennessee students defend high school foreign language requirement | WPLN News
High school students in Tennessee may eventually no longer need to take a foreign language class to graduate. But some insist that these lessons go beyond the classroom.Camellia Burris (WPLN News | Nashville Public Radio)
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS CROCHET Pattern Book Lets You Wield Your Crochet Hook to Make Magic (Exclusive) - Nerdist
Dungeons & Dragons Crochet: A Book of Many Patterns will let you wield your crochet hook and bring your D&D favs to life in yarn.Nerdist
U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth Considering Political Run in Tennessee | Local News - EUROPE SAYS
A new NBC report says that current U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is having discussions about a potential political run for office in Tennessee in 2026.EUROPE SAYS
Former Vice President Kamala Harris says she will not run for California governor in 2026
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Birmingham gives an emotional farewell to Ozzy Osbourne as tearful family lead tributes
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Birmingham gives an emotional farewell to Ozzy Osbourne as tearful family lead tributes
The rock legend died July 22 weeks after performing his final show.gqlshare (The Mercury News)
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SHOCK POLL: Americans Believe Trump ‘Involved’ in Epstein’s Crimes By Whopping 14-Point ...
A stunning new poll finds that a plurality of voters believe President Donald Trump was "involved" in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.Joe DePaolo (Mediaite)
Senator Rubio and the Trump Administration's Hypocrisy on Latin America - EUROPE SAYS
Secretary Rubio’s statements following the trial of Alvaro Uribe reveal the hypocrisy of the Trump administration in Latin America. Credit: Gage Skidmore, CCEUROPE SAYS
Jess Glynne Feels 'Sick' Over White House Using 'Jet2 Holiday' Audio to Promote ICE Deportations
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Jess Glynne Slams White House Using Jet2 Holiday Trend for ICE Meme
Jess Glynne slams White House for using the viral Jet2 Holiday meme featuring her song 'Hold My Hand' in social media post promoting ICE deportations.Larisha Paul (Rolling Stone)
Mexico Is Using Pigs, Drones, and Lasers to Find Drug Cartel Victims
In the fields of Jalisco, Mexico, pigs dressed like people are being buried, burned, chopped, and wrapped in lime.Luis Prada (VICE)
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'A man named Burn Bag?' Mockery abounds over Trump's bizarre remark
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump faced ridicule for his response to a question from a pro-MAGA reporter. The person claimed that FBI Director Kash Patel found "burn bags" used in the Russia investigation. Trump didn't understand what he meant.Sarah K. Burris (Raw Story)
US Postal Service briefly suspends inbound packages from China
Panic over parcels breaks out among Chinese exporters, American consumers following tariff announcementSteve Herman (Voice of America (VOA News))
Kamala Harris says she is not running for California governor
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Kamala Harris says she is not running for California governor
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said Wednesday she is not running for governor of California in 2026, keeping the door open for a 2028 presidential run.Laura J. Nelson (Los Angeles Times)
Meme-Stock Traders Thrilled at Outrage Over American Eagle Ads Starring Sydney Sweeney
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Meme-Stock Investors Bet on Sydney Sweeney American Eagle Controversy
Political controversy over Sydney Sweeney's ad campaign for American Eagle jeans has meme stock investors optimistic about buying into the brandMiles Klee (Rolling Stone)
Photos: Tahoe mansion once owned by Babyface listed for $13.9 million
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Photos: Tahoe mansion once owned by Babyface listed for $13.9 million
A Tahoe two-home compound that includes the former property of music artist Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is for sale.pvongs@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
Oak Knoll neighborhood in Oakland hills gains new life and fresh start
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Oak Knoll neighborhood in Oakland hills gains new life and fresh start
The long-stalled Oak Knoll mixed-use neighborhood in the East Oakland hills is pushing forward.gavalos@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
#NHLVideos: Bo Horvat's Cup Juggling Challenge 🥤 - Raw Chili
Stay informed with all things NHL through our extensive coverage, where you can find breaking news updates, real-time game scores, detailed player statistics,Author (Raw Chili)
Kay County Commissioner indicted following alleged cattle theft
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Kay County Commissioner indicted following alleged cattle theft
A Kay County Commissioner has been indicted on 10 felony charges by a Multi-County Grand Jury stemming from an alleged cattle theft.Cole Brumbelow (KSWO)
The Creative Limits of AI: It’s a Consumer Product Aimed at Engagement Above All
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Why AI Cannot Create Original Movies Ideas: It's a Consumer Product
Writer/director Scott Z. Burns spent six months working with AI on a "Contagion" sequel, and walked away from the experience with one big warning.Chris O'Falt (IndieWire)
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“Details are not public”: Zelensky receives reports from SSU and intelligence
President Volodymyr Zelensky received reports from the Chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, the Head of the Security Service of Ukraine, Vasyl Malyuk, and the Commander-in-Chief of the Arme…Ukrinform
Kamala Harris says she won't run for governor of California
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Kamala Harris says she won't run for governor of California in 2026
The decision could give her greater leeway for a presidential run in 2028.Brittany Shepherd (ABC News)
Democratic senators demand DOJ turn over Epstein files
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Video Democratic senators demand DOJ turn over Epstein files
Senate Democrats are attempting to force the Justice Dept. to release the Jeffery Epstein case files by invoking a decades-old federal law.ABC News
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Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas and suspected Israeli crime figure arrested on federal indictment alleging
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As the U.S. withdraws from the Paris Agreement (again), China and the E.U. step up, vowing to strengthen climate targets. theconversation.com/us-governm…
US government may be abandoning the global climate fight, but new leaders are filling the void – including China
Trump’s efforts haven’t sunk global efforts to fight climate change – instead, new leaders are stepping up and working together, even within the US.The Conversation
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🇺🇦 Amid #Russia's deadly attacks on Ukrainian training grounds, #Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said military training should be moved underground as much as possible to better protect soldiers.
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Ukraine to move military trainings underground, Syrskyi says
"The training process must be moved underground as much as possible. We must respond to air raid alerts and enemy drones immediately," Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said.Anna Fratsyvir (The Kyiv Independent)
Faster FAFSA: Department of Education announces streamlined student aid application
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Millions remain under tsunami advisories following powerful earthquake
The U.S. Department of Education will launch a simplified FAFSA application with instant ID checks and virtual assistance starting August 4th.Associated Press (News 9)
Shannon Sharpe Reportedly Let Go by ESPN Following Sexual Assault Lawsuit
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Shannon Sharpe Reportedly Let Go by ESPN Following Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Sharpe has been away from the network since April.Alex Ocho (Complex)
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, Man Accused of Orchestrating 2Pac Murder, Wants Court to Drop Case
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Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, Man Accused of Orchestrating 2Pac Murder, Wants Court to Drop Case
Duane "Keffe D" Davis is arguing that prosecutors are relying on old statements while lacking hard evidence.Mark Elibert (Complex)
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Asics' New Gel-Nimbus 10.1 Colorway Is Available on the Complex Shop
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Asics' New Gel-Nimbus 10.1 Colorway Is Available on the Complex Shop
Here's how to buy the 'Grove' Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1.Victor Deng (Complex)
Draya Michele Says Jalen Green Relationship Criticism Is 'Ageist,' Compares it to Homophobia
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Draya Michele Says Jalen Green Relationship Criticism Is 'Ageist,' Compares it to Homophobia
She left a comment on a video from a TikTok user that called the dynamic of her relationship "weird."Joe Price (Complex)
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GOP members boo Biden after remarks on Medicare, social security
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There's a clip of Biden's final state of the union address, where he mentioned "there are republicans who want to cut Medicare and Medicaid"
Republicans booed, MTG stood up and yelled 'liar', Sen Mike Lee stood up shaking his head 'no'.
Every single one of them voted to cut Medicare and Medicaid.
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There's a clip of Biden's final
state of the union address,
where he mentioned "there are
republicans who want to cut
Medicare and Medicaid"
Republicans booed, MTG stood
up and yelled 'liar', Sen Mike Lee
stood up shaking his head 'no'.
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to cut Medicare and Medicaid.
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