A baby seal — had it not been spotted by a passerby — might have met a dire fate. But at Odiorne Point State Park in Hampshire recently, an individual spotted a small gray seal lodged in a deep gap between rocks near the water — and alerted authorities about it, as SWNS reported. The person reached out to the …
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A guide to wedding dress shopping for your springtime nuptials
A spring wedding is bursting with perks. Aside from the appealing temperature of the season, flowers will also be in full bloom. Plus, you’ll get extra daylight on your big day. Wedding apparel is largely influenced by the season the occasion occurs. While any dress can be worn during any season, some brides want the time of year reflected in …
Read More »South Atlantic island known for Napoleon's exile hopes to breathe new life into tourism industry
St. Helena, a small, craggy island in the South Atlantic Ocean, hasn’t seen many tourists in the past for good reason: It’s one of the most remote inhabited places in the world. Until 2017, it took five nights by boat to reach the British overseas territory, which is nearly halfway between southern Africa and Brazil. Today, with weekly commercial flights …
Read More »Archaeologists uncover animal sacrifices in 'complex' Neolithic burial system
Archaeologists have recently discovered a “surprisingly complex” ancient burial system, complete with animal sacrifices, during a dig in central Germany. The excavation site is near Magdeburg, roughly 100 miles southwest of Berlin. U.S. semiconductor giant Intel is planning to build two plants in the area, prompting officials from Germany’s State Office for Heritage Management and Archaeology of Saxony-Anhalt (LDA) to …
Read More »New York woman goes ‘boy sober’ after feeling deflated by the dating scene: ‘Was so miserable'
A woman is deeming herself “boy sober” after experiencing a tough few years in the New York dating scene, she said. Carly Galluzzo, 28, is from Long Island, New York, and has recently given up on dating. Galluzzo said she went on four dates a month last year and realized she was trying to find a boyfriend “out of fear,” …
Read More »Solar eclipse 2024: Where and how to view the rare orbit hitting the US
A solar eclipse is expected to hit North America on April 8, 2024, with many Americans already gearing up for the rare event. The line of totality — or where there will be complete sun coverage — will span 15 states, but a partial eclipse will appear in all continental U.S. states, according to NASA. The eclipse route will travel …
Read More »USS New Jersey to leave port for first time in 24 years, big guns will fire salute: 'I love this ship'
Ken Kersch speaks about the USS New Jersey as if it were a warm old friend instead of cold steel military hardware. “I love this ship,” said Kersch, who spent four years in the U.S. Navy (1966-70). “It’s the best ship I served on. She was a part of my life for two years. She’s a part of me now.” …
Read More »These spring-inspired baby names are rising in popularity, from Lily to Magnolia and beyond
With spring comes new life and rebirth — and the same could be said for little ones who come into the world during this season. While babies do not have to be born in the spring, of course, to be given flowery or flourishing names, some parents may decide to pluck from the list below if warm weather is what …
Read More »Skin expert on retinoid benefits for young and aging consumers: 'It's safe to use'
Retinoids are a very confusing topic, even for some dermatologists and skin care experts. Retinoid is the catch-all term used by professionals for skin care products that fall under this category. Retinol is most commonly found in an over-the-counter product, and Retin-A is the branded retinoid. ASK A DOC: ‘DO I NEED TO WASH MY FACE EVERY NIGHT?’ Tretinoin is …
Read More »Metal detectorist stumbles upon rare medieval pilgrim badge
A metal detectorist in southeastern Poland recently unearthed a Christian pilgrim badge from the Middle Ages, state officials say. The badge was found in the village of Wólka Nieliska, less than 50 miles southeast of Lublin, according to the Lublin Provincial Conservator of Monuments (WKZ). The pendant, made from lead and alloy, has a diameter of around 2.8 centimeters and …
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