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Nepal floods: No bodies to cremate, kin burn kusha effigies as hopes fade for missing

Families in Nuwakot and Rasuwa performed symbolic cremations for missing flood victims. Relatives used kusha grass effigies when bodies could not be recovered. Searches for missing kin proved unsuccessful across various locations. Priests guided families through traditional rituals for liberating souls. Over one hundred effigies were cremated in Kathmandu's Pashupati Aryaghat.

A Virginia mountaintop was scarred by coal mining; it now holds a 200,000-square-foot high school

In Buchanan County, Virginia, a state-of-the-art high school has been inaugurated on land reclaimed from mining activities. This new educational facility brings together four outdated schools into a single, modern campus. It provides a variety of academic and vocational options for students while aiming to lessen resource inequalities and promote local youth resilience, showcasing a major commitme...

This California town with 27 apartments and a local post office is still looking for a buyer. The price has come down to $5.9 million

NBA legend Kevin Garnett’s former Malibu mansion listed for $48 million after massive makeover

NBA legend Kevin Garnett’s former Malibu mansion is now listed for $48 million after a major transformation. Garnett purchased the Pacific Coast Highway property for $6.4 million in 2003 and began building a custom home that remained unfinished. Following a failed $16 million sale and legal disputes, the estate was completed and transformed into a luxury residence.

A dying mother’s wish protects 2,506 acres ranch

David Ellsbury honored his late mother's wish by safeguarding the family's cherished Diamond E Ranch from development. Spanning 2,506 acres, this land is now forever shielded by a land trust, ensuring that future generations can enjoy its unspoiled beauty. The ranching traditions of the family will thrive on this preserved estate.

5 migrants dead after boat carrying over 100 people drifts for weeks in Atlantic

At least five African migrants died after their boat encountered trouble at sea. Forty-four survivors were rescued and brought to safety near Gran Canaria. Survivors reported being adrift for nearly a month without provisions. Many migrants suffered dehydration and illness after drinking seawater. The Atlantic route to the Canary Islands remains a dangerous journey.

Kodak retiree finds new animal in moss from New York log; scientists confirm it as a new tardigrade

A retired Kodak finance worker and longtime volunteer, Judy Dobles, discovered a previously unknown tardigrade species after collecting moss from a log at New York’s Cumming Nature Center and examining it under a microscope. The species was formally recognised about a year later. Named Mesocrista ojagwaji, it adds to the growing list of tardigrades identified in New York and highlights how much mi...

Making too many life decisions around immigration timelines: Redditor says 'Canada does not owe me PR, coming back to India'

Warming peatlands can turn them from carbon sinks to leaks

Peatlands, which store significant global soil carbon, are now releasing it. Warming temperatures cause these ecosystems to shift from carbon accumulators to emitters. This transition occurs rapidly, even with modest warming of four degrees Fahrenheit. Researchers observed carbon loss rates significantly faster than historical accumulation rates. These findings impact global climate forecastin...

Watch: Flash floods in China destroys 3-storey building in an instant; 2500 stranded inside school

MacKenzie Scott backed an anti-bullying cause before giving away billions

An elderly San Francisco woman mailed checks to pay her bills; thieves took $14,000 from her

A woman lost fourteen thousand dollars when thieves intercepted her mailed cheques, tampered with the information, and cashed them. This incident sheds light on the escalating issue of mail theft and cheque washing in the Bay Area. Authorities note a concerning rise in mail theft incidents from both postal collection and home mailboxes. For seniors relying on cheques, retrieving lost funds can be ...

A massive 1880 logjam turned Wisconsin's Chippewa River into a wall of timber

In 2005, Virginia bought 431 waterfront acres for a future state park; 21 years later...

A 431-acre waterfront parcel in Gloucester County has been officially added to Machicomoco State Park. This undeveloped land, purchased over two decades ago, will now serve as Machicomoco's Western Unit. A newly approved 30-year master plan outlines development phases for both park sections. However, no state funding has been allocated for any of the proposed improvements. Public access to the Wes...

Fundraiser for infant daughter of Erin Piacenti, stabbed to death in Times Square, triggers row as organizer is an Indian

British ex-lecturer pleads guilty to killing Indian-origin couple in drink-drive crash after Christmas party

‘Diversity is true beauty of society’: B'desh PM extends Janmashtami greetings

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman extended Janmashtami greetings to the Hindu community. He stated that the country belongs to all citizens, who enjoy equal rights. Rahman urged strengthening religious harmony, tolerance, and mutual respect among people. He warned against forces attempting to create divisions and communal tensions. The Prime Minister distributed honorariums to priests and s...

New Mexico man arrested after taking down Flock cameras, driving them to sheriff’s HQ

MrBeast reacts as viral Terraria kid reveals heartbreaking reason behind pause in Terraria videos

In a heartfelt announcement, Instagram creator michaelshowscoolthings shared that he will be taking a break from his engaging Terraria content due to his family’s unexpected financial strains and an upcoming move. This tough personal ordeal has led him to reassess his priorities. MrBeast, the renowned YouTube star, reached out with uplifting words to help the young creator navigate through this ch...

Off-grid Az ranch for sale: 'It's ready for zombie apocalypse'

Bob Worsley, the visionary behind SkyMall, is parting ways with his picturesque family ranch in Heber, Arizona. Spanning 35 acres, this stunning off-grid estate features a spacious lodge, several cabins, and boasts complete self-sufficiency with solar energy and its own well. The property offers a refreshing retreat from the desert's swelter and includes a natural gathering lake. It's currently on...

‘Kim Jong-un Era 2.0.’: North Korea drops reunification goal from party charter

American Ex Navy man finds his Japanese first love after 70 years

After a heart-wrenching separation of nearly seventy years, Duane Mann and Peggy Yamaguchi finally found each other again. Believing his savings vanished and letters silenced, Mann discovered his mother had hidden their correspondence by burning Peggy's letters. Tragically, Peggy had endured the loss of their child and moved on with another. Their reunion brought long-awaited closure, reaffirming ...

In 1999, scientists dropped 45 tons of wollastonite over a 29-acre New Hampshire watershed

In an ambitious forest restoration initiative in New Hampshire, researchers sought to mitigate the effects of acid rain. They introduced calcium-rich minerals, leading to an initial boost in tree vitality and growth. However, this solution inadvertently resulted in a staggering increase in nitrogen levels in nearby streams, releasing thirty times more inorganic nitrogen compared to untreated regio...

'You're causing antisemitism': Pro-Israel activist confronts NYC mayor Mamdani at Brooklyn Jewish store

Meet 16-year-old Pennsylvania student who opened his second restaurant while still in high school

Sixteen-year-old Gage Klein is already running his second restaurant in Pennsylvania while continuing high school. He recently opened Driftwood at the Fairgrounds in West York, after launching his first restaurant, Driftwood at the Lake, more than a year ago. With his father Kris helping with the business, Klein plans to attend culinary school after graduation and hopes to open more restaurants in...