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Mexico launches its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over South Africa
Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez helped Mexico make an exuberant start to the World Cup by scoring a goal each in a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening…
Boston lemonade stand robbed at gunpoint, police say
Boston Police are investigating two pint-sized hoodlums suspected of putting the squeeze on a children’s lemonade stand in Southie — at gunpoint.
Chicago police investigating burning cross in Grant Park
“I think we need to handle it just like we do a swastika,” said the Rev. Michael Pfleger of St. Sabina Church. “This is a hate crime because it is…
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Political blame game follows as screwworm parasite threatens cattle in Texas
The USDA is launching a $1 billion plan to stop a screwworm outbreak in Texas, sparking political debate over agency cuts and immigration.
With chants of ‘Viva Mexico!’ LA’s Coliseum comes to life for World Cup Fan Festival
With giant screens and thousands in attendance, the Coliseum transformed into a World Cup festival, where thousands watched on giant screens as Mexico and South Africa squared off on the…
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All-Orange County boys track and field for 2026
The All-County selections include Servite sprinter Benjamin Harris being chosen as the boys athlete of the year after winning a CIF State title in the 100.
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Surfboard shaper Timmy Patterson survives near-death surf session off Dana Point
Patterson had no pulse and wasn't breathing, brought to shore in massive surf by his son, Keone, and met by a longtime lifeguard who arrived just in time to do…
Former Raider Henry Ruggs denied parole nearly 5 years after deadly car crash
The Nevada parole board denied release for former Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs, who is serving time for a fatal 2021 DUI car crash in Las Vegas.
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You have World Cup questions. We have answers
The World Cup isn't only for hardcore soccer fans, but also for the casuals.
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What are the most asked questions from first-time homebuyers?
Don’t quit your job or get yourself fired in the middle of escrow.