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Alligator roams around Florida Air Force base, sparking amusement

A large alligator was released into the wild after he showed up unexpectedly at a U.S. Air Force base earlier this month. MacDill Air Force Base, located in Tampa, announced the release on Facebook on May 16. The gator was transferred from the base to Gatorama, an alligator sanctuary, in Palmdale. “Our 12 ft 3 in scaly friend was safely …

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Airplane passenger uproar as woman with baby on her lap should be 'ashamed' for bothering others

A woman has shared her recent airplane drama with others on social media after another woman tried to shame her for traveling with an infant who made some noise — and for switching seats. Describing herself as 31 years old and traveling alone with a 19-month-old son on a three-hour flight, the woman said her child, since he was “under …

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Gorilla at Cincinnati Zoo placed in world's first 3D-printed titanium cast is healing well

A groundbreaking medical procedure is helping an injured gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Gladys, an 11-year-old gorilla, broke her arm last month in a scuffle with her siblings, according to a press release. The gorilla was placed in the world’s first 3D-printed titanium cast, designed by GE Aerospace company Colibrium Additive also based in Cincinnati. GORILLA, JUST …

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Alabama teen hopes to set state fishing record after reeling in species new to waters

A teenager from Alabama who went solo fishing to blow off some steam after his final exams returned to shore with a pending state record for a species that was new to the area. “It’s not the biggest fish I’ve ever caught,” Gardner Love, 17, an Elberta resident, told Fox News Digital. “We catch a lot bigger fish offshore, but …

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Exploring Maryland: What to do and see in ‘Little America’

Maryland, “America in Miniature,” possesses a remarkable array of experiences that attract history buffs, nature lovers, foodies and adventure seekers alike. Although the state is geographically small on the map, Maryland appears expansive due to its diverse landscape and abundance of activities. With well-known cities like Baltimore and its Inner Harbor, as well as museums, theaters and art galleries in …

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American Culture Quiz: Test your command of state birds, state songs, pop stars and politics

APP USERS: Click here to get the quiz! The road map of our national heritage rolls through a complex network of historical heroes, taste-making trend setters and local lore. The American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital tests your command each week of our unique national traits, trends, history, people and popular interests. This week’s quiz highlights state icons, the …

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Ask a doctor: 'Is it dangerous to swallow gum?'

It might be tempting to swallow chewing gum if there’s no trash can nearby to dispose of it — but is it dangerous to do so? Though it’s not necessarily a health hazard, swallowing gum is not a good habit, according to Dr. Ari Lamet, a gastroenterologist in Hollywood, Florida. “Swallowing a piece of gum occasionally should not be an …

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Rhode Island police officer and shelter pup pair up for rescue and renewal: 'Can achieve great things'

National Rescue Dog Day is May 20 — and in honor of the special occasion, the husband-and-wife team of SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt, co-founders of the Godwinks brands and based in Massachusetts, shared an engaging story of personal hope and a dog’s big heart with Fox News Digital. It’s among the stories included in a forthcoming book the couple …

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'Shock flavors': Why one company makes mac & cheese and pizza ice cream

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream usually draws customers with gourmet takes on classics like vanilla and pistachio. But occasionally, the parlor chain and manufacturer headquartered in New York slips in what it calls a “shock flavor,” like Hidden Valley Ranch or pizza. Kraft Heinz approached New York-based artisanal ice cream maker Van Leeuwen a few years ago about macaroni and cheese-flavored …

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Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows

Your genes could put you at a higher risk of heart attack during very stressful times, including presidential election season. Research from Massachusetts General Hospital found that people who have specific genetic traits — paired with anxiety or depression — are at a “significantly higher heart attack risk” during periods of social or political stress, such as presidential elections, winter …

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