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Mummified cheetah lies with ancient papyrus scrolls and golden artifacts showing decayed orange fur

Scientists Unearth 7 Mummified Cheetahs in Saudi Caves

Sophia A. Reynolds January 18, 2026

At a Glance Seven naturally mummified cheetahs discovered in Saudi Arabia's Lauga cave network Radiocarbon dating places the remains between 150...

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Gilbert Defends Busfield After Child Sex Charges

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance Melissa Gilbert submitted a character letter praising Timothy Busfield's parenting as he faces child sex abuse charges Stepson Michael...

Skylene Montgomery holds roses while Sean Payton touches her shoulder with Broncos fans cheering behind them

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NFL Coach Weds Nurse in Secret Mexico Ceremony

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Sean Payton married Skylene Montgomery on June 18, 2021 in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico The couple met in 2014 when she called a number for...

Newborn baby aardvark peeking from nest with tiny paws and nose visible among lush green plants and flowers

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Nashville Zoo Welcomes First Aardvark Calf of 2026

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Aardvark calf born at Nashville Zoo at 6:06 a.m. on January 1, 2026 Measures 19 inches long and weighed 4 lbs at birth First aardvark...

Grandma sits shocked at desk with computer showing 2200 dollar error message and Barbie box from Canada behind her

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Grandma Slammed with $802 Tariff on $22 Barbie

Ethan R. Coleman January 18, 2026

At a Glance A Boston grandmother faced an $802 tariff bill after buying a $22 Barbie from Canada The charge stemmed from a FedEx clerical error...

Noah Wyle and George Clooney sharing appetizers and laughter at candlelit dinner table with rustic fireplace behind

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Wyle Reveals Final Clooney Hangout

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

At a Glance Noah Wyle says his last get-together with George Clooney happened either at L.A.'s Chateau Marmont or in Vancouver between projects The...

Abandoned sports car screeching to a halt under freeway overpass with golden hour light and dust clouds

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LAPD Chase Ends in Abandoned Car Underpass

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

At a Glance LAPD pursuit of assault suspect began at 8:10 p.m. Thursday near downtown L.A. Driver fled on surface streets before entering the 10...

Carol Burnett smiles warmly in armchair with vintage photo of Lucille Ball and nostalgic TV props nearby

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Carol Burnett Reveals Lucille Ball’s Touching Final Gift

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Lucille Ball affectionately called Carol Burnett 'Kid' throughout their decades-long friendship Ball guest-starred on Burnett's 1960...

Ryan Garcia landing powerful punch on Zavala with referee stopping fight under bright arena lights

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Boxer Shatters YouTuber in Stomach Punch Video

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Ryan Garcia delivered a full-force body shot to content creator Zavala during a Jan. 16 YouTube upload Zavala immediately collapsed,...

Frosty palm tree stands with snow-covered buildings and frozen lake showing polar vortex winter storm

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Polar Vortex Slams 170 Million Americans

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance A stretching polar vortex will drive Arctic air across the U.S. for 10-14 days Wind chills of -10°F to -20°F expected in Chicago during...