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Construction crew stands before renovated barn with removal truck showing furniture and countryside hills behind

Van Sparks Andrew Exit Speculation

Ethan R. Coleman January 18, 2026

At a Glance A large white Mercedes van entered Royal Lodge on Jan. 14 at 10:30 a.m., staying nearly three hours Renovation crews were seen at Marsh...

Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg sharing warm conversation on The View with vibrant outfits and hosts visible behind them

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Oprah and Whoopi Reunite to Reflect on 40-Year Journey

Sophia A. Reynolds January 18, 2026

At a Glance Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg reunited on the January 14 episode of The View to discuss their 1985 film The Color Purple. Both...

Kyle Tucker celebrates with arms raised and Dodgers fans cheering at Dodger Stadium with confetti falling

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Dodgers Swipe Tucker for $240M Shocker

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance Kyle Tucker signs a four-year, $240 million deal with the Dodgers late Thursday night The contract shatters the average annual value...

Whittier police car speeding down dark street with officer driving and suspect

Breaking News

Off-Duty Deputy Shoots It Out With Car Burglar

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance An off-duty Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy traded gunfire with a vehicle-burglary suspect in Whittier. The confrontation...

Lara Croft stands at ancient temple ruins with dual pistols and jungle backdrop showing adventure

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Sophie Turner Unveils Lara Croft Transformation

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance First photos show Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Prime Video series Turner wears turquoise tank, black shorts,...

Military form sits on desk with redacted section and Stars and Stripes newspaper under desk lamp

Breaking News Political News

Pentagon Axes Stars and Stripes Independence

Olivia M. Hartwell January 18, 2026

At a Glance Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's office announced that Stars and Stripes will drop "woke distractions" and refocus on "reporting for...

John Mellencamp relaxes on couch with kids and video game controllers showing 80s anti-work parenting style

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Mellencamp Admits He Tells His Kids to Skip Work

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance John Mellencamp, 74, says he actively discourages his five children from working The rocker jokes he's the "only father in the world"...

Roborock vacuum cleans modern living room with glowing display and spotless floor showing cleanliness

Business News Tech News

Roborock F25 Ultra Drops to Record $500

Olivia M. Hartwell January 18, 2026

At a Glance The Roborock F25 Ultra hybrid steam vacuum is now $500, down from its usual $800 list price This cordless cleaner combines 22,000Pa...

Michael Vartan stands alone in alleyway with golden light casting shadows and city skyline behind wooden bench

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Michael Vartan, 57, Looks Unrecognizable in Rare LA Sighting

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

Michael Vartan, 57, Looks Unrecognizable in Rare LA Sighting The Alias star has stepped back from the public eye after last being seen on screen in...

Refrigerator drawer holds fresh romaine lettuce and red peppers in linen bag with wilted lettuce in mesh bag beside discolore

Business News Health News

Linen Bags Beat Mesh and Compostable in 13-Day Produce Test

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

I tested three kinds of produce bags-free compostable, mesh, and linen-to see which actually keeps food fresh the longest. After 13 days inside the...