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Villagers can make a big difference by caring for their neighbors
A Village of Hemingway resident contends that Villagers can make a big difference by caring for their neighbors. Read more: Villagers can make a big difference by caring for their...

Unlicensed driver from Mexico stopped on Florida Turnpike
A man from Mexico was arrested for driving without a license after being stopped on the Florida Turnpike without headlights on in the fog. Read more: Unlicensed driver from Mexico...

View above Sharon Rose Wiechens Preserve
Check out this beautiful aerial view from above the Sharon Rose Wiechens Preserve in The Villages. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing! Read more: View above Sharon Rose Wiechens Preserve

Live Square Entertainment for Monday, March 9
Nightly entertainment performing in The Villages Town Squares on March 9, 2026 Read more: Live Square Entertainment for Monday, March 9

Construction begins on another Walmart in The Villages
A green construction fence is up and dirt is being moved at the site of another new Walmart in The Villages. Read more: Construction begins on another Walmart in The...

Lainey Wilson says city people have wrong view of country towns as she defends her 'blue collar' roots
Lainey Wilson opens up about growing up in tiny Baskin, Louisiana and how her small farming community shaped her values in candid podcast interview.

MICHAEL OREN: Iran has waged war on America for 47 years — time to end it
The casus belli for war against Iran stems from 47 years of Iranian aggression including the 1979 embassy crisis and terrorist attacks, making Operation Epic Fury legally justified.

Hegseth warns ‘more casualties’ expected in Operation Epic Fury against Iran
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned more U.S. casualties are expected in Operation Epic Fury in Iran, with seven American soldiers already killed in the military operation.

Michigan State star draws fresh scrutiny with kick toward opponent's groin
Michigan State Spartans star Jeremy Fears Jr. received a technical foul for his kick toward Michigan Wolverines player Elliot Cadeau's groin on Sunday.

Dolphins make decision on Tua Tagovailoa's future with team
The Miami Dolphins officially announced they were moving on from star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on Monday as NFL free agency gets started.

Hegseth warns ‘more casualties’ expected in Operation Epic Fury against Iran
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned more U.S. casualties are expected in Operation Epic Fury in Iran, with seven American soldiers already killed in the military operation.
Police release images of Oslo US embassy explosion suspect
Norwegian police say their investigation so far shows Sunday's blast was caused by an improvised device.
Guinea opposition leader urges 'direct resistance' after 40 parties dissolved
Cellou Dalein Diallo accuses the junta-leader-turned-president of erasing political threats.
India offered sanctuary to Iranian ship three days before US sank it
India says Tehran sought permission to dock three ships on the day the US and Israel began a war on Iran.
Bag of cannabis and cash accidentally donated to NZ charity shop
Two teenagers have been arrested after inadvertently leaving the knapsack for staff to find.

Travel is about to get more expensive as Iran conflict sparks jet fuel crunch
The Iran conflict has disrupted shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, tightening jet fuel supplies and stoking fears that airfares would climb.

Top Trump agency cuts off foreign nationals from all loan programs: 'Must prioritize American citizens'
Trump's SBA announced expanded ban on foreign nationals accessing guaranteed loan programs on Friday, building on February restrictions to prioritize American citizens.
PM warns of impact of Iran conflict on UK economy
The prime minister was speaking as oil prices soar in response to turbulence in the Middle East.
Call off King's US visit over Iran, urge Lib Dems
The party says the planned trip should be scrapped after Donald Trump's criticism of the UK's response to the war.
Anti-Muslim hatred definition will in 'no way' restrict free speech, says Reed
Concerns have been raised that an "anti-Muslim hostility" definition could create a "chilling effect".

Fake Google Gemini AI pushes ‘Google Coin’ crypto scam
Crypto scam uses fake AI chatbot impersonating Google's Gemini AI to promote fraudulent "Google Coin" cryptocurrency. Malwarebytes researchers expose scam.
The 2027 Chevy Bolt is the McRib of the automotive world
TechCrunch drove the 2027 Chevy Bolt and found that incremental improvements build on a solid basic recipe to deliver an affordable EV.

Tesla builds a car with no steering wheel. Now what?
Tesla Cybercab production begins at Gigafactory Texas with no steering wheel or pedals, as Elon Musk announces April start for the autonomous robotaxi starting under $30,000.
Flipkart moves its headquarters back to India ahead of IPO
Flipkart's headquarters shift comes as the Walmart-backed e-commerce giant reaches about $30 billion in GMV.
Ring’s Jamie Siminoff is still trying to calm privacy fears, but his answers may not help
The facial recognition question is where things get more tangled.

Asante spider: A rare African sword ornament from Ghana's Gold Coast that later helped a man in Texas barter for his life
The spider-shaped sword ornament was created in Ghana in the 19th century and was passed down in a Texas family for generations.

Making a 'digital twin' of yourself could revolutionize future surgeries, making medical procedures much more personal
Live Science spoke with Dr. John Pandolfino, a researcher who designed a "digital twin" to help guide surgery.

'More advanced' farming women married hunter-gatherer men in Europe thousands of years ago, ancient DNA reveals
Two researchers discuss how ancient DNA is used to track how people moved and lived during Britain's bronze age.

Scientists tracked faint signals from the stars — and may have turned up hundreds of undiscovered planets
A new study shows that stars with low magnetic activity are likely to support exoplanetary systems, making the hunt for these celestial objects less random.

Humans are being replaced by machines in the food supply chain — and it's leading to truckloads of waste
A researcher explores how AI is being used to optimize food delivery, which may not always be a good thing.
UFC 326 fight grades: The F in BMF stands for fail
The BMF title headliner between Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway earned the lowest grade at UFC 326.
What does White House fight card say about the state of the UFC?
The Freedom Fights 250 UFC card at the White House has been announced, and here's what it means.
NBA stars reflect on Wilt Chamberlain's 'mythical' legacy
As Gilgeous-Alexander closes in on breaking the longest 20-point scoring streak, NBA stars reflect on Chamberlin's legacy.
Mass soccer brawl in Brazil leads to 23 red cards
Cruzeiro's 1-0 win over Atlético-MG in Sunday's Mineiro Championship final was overshadowed by a mass brawl that erupted seconds before the final whistle and resulted in 23 red cards issued.
Did NIL kill the upset? Why power conferences just keep dominating in March
Where did all the Cinderella stories who busted our brackets go? Inside why the madness seems to be vanishing.

Lainey Wilson says city people have wrong view of country towns as she defends her 'blue collar' roots
Lainey Wilson opens up about growing up in tiny Baskin, Louisiana, and how her small farming community shaped her values in candid podcast interview.

Timothée Chalamet sparks heated debate after claiming that ‘no one cares’ about ballet and opera
Timothée Chalamet faces fierce backlash from ballet and opera communities after suggesting "no one cares" about these art forms during a town hall event.
Greg James to go ahead with Comic Relief challenge after dad suffers stroke
The Radio 1 DJ returned to the radio on Monday as he said it is what his dad would want him to do.
Tributes paid as grime star Dot Rotten dies, aged 37
Dot Rotten scored a Top 20 hit with Overload, and worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran and AJ Tracey.

Former Prince Andrew's daughters face royal exile as experts warn York brand is 'washed up' after his arrest
Anti-York sentiment grows as Princess Beatrice and Eugenie face questions about keeping their royal titles amid former Prince Andrew's ongoing scandals, experts warn.
Rural households feel the pinch of war in Iran
North Yorkshire residents using oil tanks to fuel their homes say bills are soaring.
Six ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts
With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households.
Six ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts
With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households.
Council considers extending food voucher scheme
The council earmarks £1m to pay for the vouchers as part of a new Crisis and Resilience Fund.
How high could UK petrol and diesel prices go?
For every $10 rise in oil prices, motorists face paying roughly 7p per litre more in the UK.
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