12 h. ago LA gang leader suspected of murder and human trafficking declares innocence in video

LOS ANGELES — An alleged leader of a Los Angeles street gang who’s accused of murder, kidnapping and extortion appeared in court Thursday afternoon, a day after he posted a video declaring his innocence before surrendering to federal authorities. Eugene Henley Jr., known as “Big U,” was one of 18 members of the Rollin’ 60s […]

Politics

17 h. ago Georgia’s legal system is poised for an overhaul after a multiyear push

ATLANTA (AP) — Republican Gov. Brian Kemp’s measure to limit lawsuits in Georgia received House approval Thursday, poising the state’s litigation landscape for a controversial overhaul after a lengthy lobbying campaign. Supporters of the bill say it will stop “frivolous” suits that have damaged business owners, and limit large financial awards from juries. Opponents say […]

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19 h. ago Gorgeous Georgia sorority girl’s mugshot has internet smiling along with her: ‘SHE’S INNOCENT’

'The only crime here is stealing my heart'

Technology

32 h. ago AquaSculpt Reviews (2025): Investigative Report Uncovers the Truth About This “Ice Water Hack” for Effortless Weight Loss

Can One Simple Hack Really Unlock Rapid Fat Loss? The Science Behind AquaSculpt’s Growing Popularity JUPITER, Fla., March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The weight loss industry is flooded with fads, gimmicks, and overhyped miracle cures that promise dramatic transformations yet fail to deliver. But AquaSculpt reviews are taking the internet by storm, claiming to […]

Economics

40 h. ago Maine ordered to ban transgender athletes in escalation of Trump fight

The U.S. Education Department said an investigation concluded Maine violated the Title IX antidiscrimination law by allowing transgender girls to compete on girls' sports teams.

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41 h. ago Woman’s obituary says to ‘flirt with a stranger much younger than yourself’

A woman’s obituary that asked people to “flirt” with someone significantly younger instead of sending flowers has the internet in stitches. Sheryl Lynne Pol passed away last month at the age of 77, and her daughter Jennifer Bailey honoured her with a hilarious recount of her mother’s awesomeness and wicked sense of humour. The woman, […]

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41 h. ago Minnesota senator faces charges in undercover teen prostitution sting

Sen. Justin Eichorn, 40, is facing the felony charge after detectives communicated with a man who was led to believe that he was talking to a 16-year-old girl.

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44 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays players admit to some hilarious guilty pleasure songs

There could be some interesting music being played out of the Toronto Blue Jays locker room this season.The Blue Jays posted a video asking players what their guilty pleasure song is, and the answers were absolutely hilarious. A few artists were named by several players, with quite a few Swifties donning the Jays jersey this season. Here's a look at the guilty pleasure songs of some of the Blue Jays roster:Mason Fluharty: "Look What You Made Me Do," Taylor SwiftDavis Schneider: "Unwritten," Natasha BedingfieldErnie Clement: "Zombie," The CranberriesRyan Jennings: "Love Story," Taylor SwiftKevin Gausman: Taylor SwiftJose Berrios: Taylor SwiftMichael Stefanic: "Party in The USA," Miley CyrusRiley Tirotta: "Unwritten," Natasha BedingfieldPhil Clarke: "Hot To Go!," Chappell RoanRobert Brooks: "Pink Pony Club," Chappell RoanLeo Jimemenz: "Levitating," Dua LipaRyan Burr: "Espresso," Sabrina CarpenterJacob Sharp: "Barbie Girl," AquaBraydon Fisher: "We Can't Stop," Miley CyrusJosh Kasevich:...

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59 h. ago Former West Vancouver private school teacher banned five years for suggestive online chats with Grade 7 girls

Jeffrey Forden Mooney gave up his teaching certificate in 2021 after the chats containing 'sexual references and innuendo' came to light

Society

66 h. ago Georgia governor names labor commissioner and vaults first Hispanic woman into statewide office

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Tuesday Barbara Rivera Holmes, the head of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, as the state’s next labor commissioner. Rivera Holmes replaces Bruce Thompson, a Republican and former state senator who was elected labor commissioner in 2022. He died in November from pancreatic cancer at age 59, […]

Politics

68 h. ago Georgia Real Estate Leader Tim Stout Joins eXp Realty, Bringing $70M in Annual Sales

Former mixed martial arts champion and top-producing agent expands his high-performing team at eXp Realty, leveraging the brokerage’s innovative model to fuel growth and excellence. BELLINGHAM, Wash., March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), […]

Politics

69 h. ago Teen who torpedoed arranged marriage nearly victim of honour killing: Cops

The girl's Iraqi immigrant parents are charged with attempted murder in Washington state

Events

2 d. ago A push to limit lawsuits in Georgia is getting increasing blowback

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Republican Gov. Brian Kemp’s priority bill to limit lawsuits and large jury verdicts has gotten increasing pushback after an initial boost in support as the legislative session enters its final weeks. Crowds of business owners and doctors swarmed the Capitol to back Kemp when he announced the proposal, also called tort […]

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3 d. ago «Après des semaines d'angoisse, j'ai été viré»: des fonctionnaires victimes du DOGE inondent les réseaux sociaux

Aux États-Unis, internet est devenu un refuge pour les employés fédéraux limogés par l'administration Trump.

Events

3 d. ago Second girl dies after Oshawa house fire killed her mom and sister

A second girl has died as a result of last week’s Oshawa house that claimed the lives of her 46-year-old mother and nine-year-old sister. Emergency crews were called to the scene on McGrigor St. Just after 8 a.m. last Wednesday where crews found all levels of the house in flames. Three people were removed from […]

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3 d. ago Homan, Canada getting comfy, flashing smiles at curling worlds

Team Canada is up 3-1 at the 2025 LGT World Women’s Curling Championship in South Korea

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4 d. ago Satire and smiles: A week's worth of editorial cartoons on March 17

What tickled the funny bone of our editorial cartoonists this past week? Here are some of their creations from the last seven days.

Culture

4 d. ago Cappies: Colonel By's Legally Blonde vivid artistry from start to finish

Show # 6 Colonel By Secondary School Legally Blonde: The Musical Director: Greg Crossett Sanaa Modasser, Critic A.Y. Jackson Secondary School How far will one go in the pursuit of love? In the case of Elle Woods, Malibu sorority queen, love pushes her to the LSATs, the Harvard admissions office, and eventually thrusts her into […]

Events

4 d. ago Browns QB Deshaun Watson and longtime girlfriend Jilly Anais get engaged

Deshaun Watson’s future with Cleveland Browns might be in doubt. However, another part of his future is more secure. Watson and his longtime girlfriend, Jilly Anais, announced in a joint Instagram post on Sunday that they got engaged. The caption reads “Mrs. Watson loading …” while showing off Anais wearing a large diamond ring as […]

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5 d. ago '50s and '60s dance parties are about to be Toronto's new favourite way to let loose

A brand-new retro dance party series from a pair of veteran DJs is about to leave Toronto's party set no other choice but to shake, rattle and roll with the best tunes from the 1950s and '60s.Though I think we're past the point of yearning for the mid-twentieth century based on any preconceptions that it was a simpler or more innocent time (it wasn't, they just didn't have the internet,) there's really no arguing that the music, culture and style that arose from that era is, quite simply, really enjoyable.It's that exact premise that's led practiced Toronto DJs Brittney Townson, better known among the event circuit by her musical moniker DJ Blush, and musical partner Derek Brunelle (or DJ Derek B), to come up with Soul A Go-Go, their brand-new party series which kicks off next week."People resonate with '50s and '60s music because it's packed with raw emotion, unforgettable melodies, and a sense of authenticity that still feels fresh today," Brittney, who frequently p...

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