Heated Blanket Recall Affects Nearly 180,000 Amazon Purchases
A heated blanket recall affects nearly 180,000 sherpa throws and blankets sold on Amazon after reports of fires, burns, and electric shocks. Here's how to check yours.
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Man Arrested After Wearing Fake Gun to Office Costume Party
A Sydney man's "heroes and villains" costume, complete with a fake gun and bulletproof vest, triggered a massive police response at a busy entertainment district.
15 Elephants Die in Kenya After Suspected Cyanide Poisoning
Fifteen elephants near Kenya's Amboseli National Park died after suspected cyanide-contaminated tomatoes, wildlife officials say.
Malaysia Airlines Pilot Arrested After 57 Pounds of Ecstasy Turn Up in His Luggage
A Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested in Jakarta after allegedly smuggling 70,000 ecstasy pills, with a drug test showing he flew while under the influence.
18-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Male Professor in History, Breaking a 306-Year-Old Record
At 18, Nathan Thomas became the youngest male professor in history, breaking a 306-year-old Guinness World Record at Miami Dade College.
KFC Responds After Customer's Shorted Order Goes Viral
A viral TikTok video accusing KFC of shortchanging a customer's Popcorn Chicken Bucket order has drawn a public response from the chain.
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Aug 6, 2026 3 min readMTA Is Auctioning Off Its Last 60 MetroCard Machines
The MTA is auctioning off its last 60 MetroCard vending machines starting at $1,500 as New York completes its transition to the OMNY system.
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Aug 6, 2026 6 min readTired of Boring Meal Prep? Try This Ingredient-Based Approach Instead
Traditional meal prep isn't for everyone. This flexible cooking method helps you turn one ingredient into several completely different meals throughout the week.
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Aug 6, 2026 6 min readChild Drowning Deaths Are Rising. Experts Explain Why.
Child drowning deaths are increasing after the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn the biggest risk factors, latest statistics, and expert-backed tips to keep kids safe around water.