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Ezell sports pool will be closed for power washing
The Ezell Recreation Center sports pool will be closed for monthly power washing. Read more: Ezell sports pool will be closed for power washing
Investigation into crash shuts down Rolling Acres Road
An investigation into an apparent crash has shut down Rolling Acres Road. Read more: Investigation into crash shuts down Rolling Acres Road
Man having ‘violent outburst’ attacks customer at local 7-Eleven
A Lady Lake man was arrested for battery after allegedly attacking a customer at 7-Eleven. Read more: Man having ‘violent outburst’ attacks customer at local 7-Eleven
Build ‘em a super duper Walmart and Villagers still aren’t happy!
A reader can’t believe that residents are complaining about the new super duper Walmart coming to The Villages. Read more: Build ‘em a super duper Walmart and Villagers still aren’t...
VIP parking for Villager who needed tickets for best seats in the house
An entitled Villager obviously deserved VIP parking at the Entertainment Box Office. Share your Bad Parking photos at news@villages-news.com Read more: VIP parking for Villager who needed tickets for best seats...
Starmer criticises Trump, saying UK 'does not believe in regime change from skies'
The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.
Gulf states intercept hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones, issue joint condemnation with US
Gulf states said they intercepted hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones after U.S. and Israeli strikes against Tehran, as regional tensions surged.
Hakeem Jeffries predicts failure for US following strikes against Iran
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries predicted U.S. failure after the Iran strikes, and voiced constitutional concerns over Trump's military action without congressional approval.
DHS remains unfunded as Iran sleeper cell fears spike nationwide amid security warnings
DHS remains unfunded amid rising Iran sleeper cell fears following Austin bar shooting. Officials warn of potential cyberattacks and lone wolf threats.
'I feel very safe now, I haven't always' - George on rugby's concussion issue
England hooker Jamie George says that rugby's relationship with head injuries has changed dramatically during his career.
Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens
Lebanese officials say 52 people were killed by Israeli strikes, while there are no reports of casualties in Israel.
US Embassy urges Americans in Iraq to shelter in place until further notice
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad told Americans to shelter in place due to violent protests and rising security threats.
France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Deadly Texas bar shooting 'potentially act of terrorism', FBI says
Two people were killed and 14 injured, with the suspected gunman, identified by some media outlets, also shot dead.
Starmer criticises Trump over Iran strikes, as he defends UK position
The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.
Trump: ‘I got him before he got me’ after killing Iran’s Supreme Leader
Trump says he authorized strike killing Iranian leader Khamenei before Tehran, Iran, could act on alleged assassination plots against him and officials.
MPs' pay to rise by 5% to £98,599 a year from April
Westminster's expenses watchdog says MPs are dealing with higher levels of complex casework and abuse.
More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East
Foreign Office sources say no evacuation was imminent but the government is preparing for potential scenarios.
Henry Zeffman: Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict
This is delicate terrain for the prime minister both in the UK and among international leaders too.
Users are ditching ChatGPT for Claude. Here’s how to make the switch
Following controversies surrounding ChatGPT, many users are ditching the AI chatbot for Claude instead. Here's how to make the switch.
Paramount+ and HBO Max to merge into one streaming service after WBD deal closes
If the Warner Bros. Discovery deal were to close, Paramount CEO David Ellison revealed that Paramount+ and HBO Max would combine into one platform.
Tech workers urge DOD, Congress to withdraw Anthropic label as a supply chain risk
Tech workers have signed an open letter urging the Department of War to withdraw its designation of Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" and instead to settle the matter quietly.
X adds ‘Paid Partnership’ labels so creators can ditch the hashtags
The new labels comply with regulations and allow creators to be more transparent with their followers.
Hacktivists claim to have hacked Homeland Security to release ICE contract data
A hacking group called Department of Peace said they hacked a specific office within Homeland Security to protest ICE’s mass deportation campaign, and the companies aiding it.
Lady of Elche: A 2,400-year-old bust of a mysterious 'highborn' woman from pre-Roman Spain
The mysterious Lady of Elche was crafted from a large limestone block before the Romans ruled Spain.
Wild spaces for butterflies to be created in Glasgow
The Butterfly Conservation charity hopes to open 40 habitats for wildlife during the two-year project.
Pain lasts longer in women, and immune cells may the culprit
A newly published study suggests that the immune system may play a role in why recovery from pain differs in men and women.
The 'sweet spot' of overconfidence — project a bit to be perceived as competent, but don't be 'too seduced,' a cognitive neuroscientist explains in a Q&A
Q&A with cognitive neuroscientist Steve Fleming: What the science of self-awareness can tell us about confident decision-making
Ancient Greek mystery cult priestesses may have chemically tweaked fungus to induce psychedelic hallucinations
Ancient followers of the Eleusinian Mysteries may have used a highly toxic fungus to create psychedelic hallucinations during their rituals, a new chemical analysis suggests.
Pickups: Add Dejounte Murray, Precious Achiuwa before it's too late
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.
CC Sabathia on 'shock' of Yankees adding him to Monument Park, what he hopes fans remember forever
The Yankees will retire C.C. Sabathia's No. 52, making him the 23rd player honored in Monument Park. The Hall of Famer called it more shocking than his induction into Cooperstown.
Women's Bracketology: Welcome to the top 16, Minnesota
Sunday's reveal put a new team in the top 16. The start of Champ Week will bring more answers as the bracket comes into focus.
Predicting all 31 women's Champ Week winners and conference players of the year
Thirty-one automatic bids to the women's NCAA tournament are on the line when Champ Week opens.
Who will win all 31 men's Champ Week tournaments, and why
ESPN agreed unanimously on 21 of 31 Champ Week winners. The Big 12 wasn't among them.
Rembrandt painting worth millions rediscovered after 65 years
The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.
Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.
Green light for flats obscuring Woolf's famed view
Cornwall Council approves plans for a new building in front of the writer's holiday home in St Ives.
Tour or residency? Top artists give their views on live music debate
Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice share thoughts on residencies versus touring and what this means for fans.
Jennifer Garner's kids left 'mortified' when friends parents play her hit movie at birthday parties
Jennifer Garner reveals her children were mortified when "13 Going On 30" played at birthday parties, leading to fake headache calls to come home early.
Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal
Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.
Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes
The majority of flights to key Middle Eastern hubs have been cancelled for Monday as the conflict continues.
Tax reform calculator launched in Guernsey
P&R creates a tax reform calculator for households to see how proposals could affect them.
Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food