MILWAUKEE — Flash flooding canceled the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday as continued heavy rainfall in half a dozen Midwest states forced motorists to abandon their vehicles, cut power to thousands of households and closed busy roadways. Organizers of the Wisconsin State Fair said they were scrapping the final day of the 11-day event after rains …
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Once a staple of shopping malls across the U.S., teens and tweens retailer Claire’s announced this week it is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The once thriving retailer has faced numerous challenges in recent years caused in part by growing competition and a decrease in mall traffic nationwide. While the company says it is exploring “strategic alternatives” to its …
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Monday evening (Aug. 11) offers a perfect chance to identify what many consider the most beautiful object in the night sky: the ringed planet Saturn. Helping guide the way, will be another familiar celestial companion, the moon, shining in its waning gibbous phase. As I’ve pointed out over the years here at Space.com, to the naked eye, Saturn does not …
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BOSTON — When the Major League Baseball trade deadline arrived last Thursday at 6 p.m., Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow intuitively understood that his work was far from done. The deadline signaled the end of any deals being made between clubs, but for an executive with a contending team, the work never ends. And so it was that …
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In the 1970s, behavioral researcher John B. Calhoun created what looked like paradise—for mice. There was no hunger, no predators, and no disease. Yet within a few years, every mouse was dead. The experiment, known as Universe 25, has become one of the most disturbing studies in behavioral science, and some believe it carries unsettling lessons for the future of …
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The non-binding agreement between the NFL and ESPN may not become binding for a while. According to Austin Karp of Sports Business Journal, the deal possibly won’t close until the end of 2026, given the expected timetable for regulatory approval. Disney Head of Corporate Development Justin Warbrooke told Karp that a closing in late 2026 “is our best case.” The …
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The Boston Red Sox are nearing a deal with rookie outfielder Roman Anthony, MLB’s top prospect in Keith Law’s preseason rankings, to a long-term extension that could keep him with the team through 2034, sources confirmed to The Athletic on Wednesday. Anthony’s deal, which is pending a physical, is for eight years and $130 million. It includes a club option …
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Jack Osbourne is opening up about his relationship with his older sister, Aimee Osbourne, after she was spotted at their dad’s funeral. The 39-year-old son of the late Ozzy Osbourne was a guest on the Disrespectfully podcast on the July 16 episode. During the podcast, he talked about his relationship with Aimee, 41, and shared why she wasn’t on their …
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Balmoral Castle, the private Scottish residence of King Charles, has been forced to close to visitors due to the arrival of Storm Floris. In a statement issued on Monday morning, the Estate urged would‑be tourists to “please do not travel to the Estate” and confirmed that refunds would be issued for all tickets set for today’s visits. The Met Office has …
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“We don’t have a great relationship, she’ll be the first to tell you that, so it’s no secret,” Jack said in a recent interview, before revealing whether or not Aimee regrets not coming on the family’s popular MTV reality series. Jack Osbourne opened up about his strained relationship with older sister Aimee Osbourne, and shared where they stood shortly before …
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