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Indian man on student visa in US sentenced to 30 months for defrauding Vietnam veteran
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Scientist finds 10,000-year-old mastodon molar while surveying California creek for threatened frogs
While investigating a creek for frogs, a scientist stumbled upon a remarkable ancient mastodon tooth, estimated to be over ten thousand years old. Paleontologists have confirmed its belonging to a long-extinct species of Pacific mastodon. The fossil will soon be analyzed at Stanford University to determine its precise age, establishing a fascinating connection between today’s…
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Dating to 1898, Nipomo’s oldest church donated after 128 years to become a community hub
A historic church in Nipomo, California, dating to 1898, has been donated to the Dana Adobe and Cultural Center by its owners, John and Rebecca Prewett. The building will be developed into a museum, event venue and “Visit Nipomo” centre, while Calvary Church will continue holding Sunday services there.
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Las Vegas developers buy 940 acres of former federal desert for $94 million; 6,000-home community planned
A large federal desert parcel near Las Vegas will become Monument Hills, a new master-planned community. This development will feature up to 6,000 homes and various amenities for residents. The $94 million land deal is the largest BLM transaction in the valley for decades. Proceeds from the sale will fund projects across Nevada, including parks…
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Man lost his ring in 1973; 53 years later, fate brings it back
In 1973, a Kansas student misplaced his class ring during an epic snowball fight. Fast forward fifty-three years later, campus workers discovered the ring while tending to the grounds. Interestingly, the owner and his wife were driving through the city that same day, having just discussed the ring a week earlier. Now, the couple will…
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1,700 passengers boarded an Alaska cruise, only for Royal Caribbean to cancel it two days later
Royal Caribbean cancelled an Alaska cruise after around 1,700 passengers had already boarded the ship in Vancouver. The seven-night sailing was delayed because of an unspecified technical issue and was later cancelled after passengers spent two days waiting on board. Guests were offered refunds, future cruise credit and help with travel changes.
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Texas engineer collects 5,000 condiment packets, including a 1950 toothpaste sachet
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Last day of work is last day in US: Immigration expert suggests 6 steps if 60-day grace period for H-1B ends
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Adolph Sutro’s 22-acre San Francisco estate became a public park
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8.5 hours of sleep, 3 hours of reading, 15-minute afternoon nap: United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby shares his daily routine