Pope John Paul II was shot and nearly killed on this day in history, May 13, 1981. During his regularly scheduled Wednesday General Audience in St. Peter’s Square, the pope was shot by Turkish gunman Mehmet Ali Ağca. Ali Ağca fired a total of four times. Two bullets hit Pope John Paul II in the abdomen and left hand, and …
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With a majority of Americans preferring to live in their own homes as long as possible, experts stress the importance of modifications to keep dwellings safe and accessible. Here’s a summary of tips from the National Institute on Aging and AARP, which offers a free room-by-room guide with practical suggestions for older adults living independently. ENTRANCE WAY Have at least …
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A set of New Jersey quintuplets achieved the impossible by graduating from the same university this week. Victoria, Ludovico, Ashley, Michael and Marcus Povolo earned their diplomas from Montclair State University on Monday. In a press release, the school said that the siblings are likely the only quintuplets in the Garden State to have ever accomplished the feat. “The milestone …
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APP USERS: Click here to get this quiz! Some of America’s greatest hit-makers, from the tennis court to the baseball diamond to the airwaves, are among those found in this week’s test of national knowledge. The American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital tests your command each week of unique national traits, trends, history, people and popular interests. This week’s …
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So you are shopping for a college graduate and want the perfect gift that commemorates their significant accomplishment but will also be something they use. Finding the perfect gift for the college graduate is challenging because of the many options available. Your college graduate is about to enter the real world, and they will likely need everything from practical gifts …
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Punxsutawney Phil’s two new groundhog babies have been given names that are right on brand with Groundhog Day. The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Inner Circle announced on Mother’s Day that the baby girl and boy groundhogs will be called Sunny and Shadow. After the pups were born in March, members of the public submitted hundreds of name suggestions, according to TMX, …
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Helen Ryvar goes through the same routine every night. She checks the weather forecast, lays out her running clothes, puts her running shoes by the front door, charges her cell phone and flashlight, and sets the alarm for 4 a.m. By 4.15 a.m., she’s out the door — rain or shine. 18 MARATHON TRAINING ESSENTIALS TO KEEP YOU RUNNING “I’m …
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It is hard to fight against an enemy whose reason for being is to eliminate you. So said author and Jewish historian Rick Richman in an interview as he answered the criticisms that are being leveled against Israel. These criticisms accuse the Jewish state of committing genocide in Gaza. Rather, it is Israel, he said, that is trying to prevent …
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Nigeria’s fashion and traditional dances were on full display on Sunday as Prince Harry and Meghan arrived in its largest city, Lagos, as part of their three-day visit to the country to promote mental health for soldiers and empower young people. The couple, invited to the West African nation by its military, were treated to different bouts of dancing, starting …
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Mother’s Day takes place every May, on the second Sunday of the spring month. The day is filled with traditions such as holding yummy brunches, gifting flowers and showing appreciation for your mom and all she has done. The occasion has been an official holiday in the United States since 1914. MOTHER’S DAY: THE BEST ONE-LINERS AND LIFE ADVICE I’VE …
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