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Gaza Apartment Collapse Leaves Eight Dead, Dozens Missing — 4dA six-story Gaza City apartment collapsed overnight, killing at least eight including children; more than 60 were reported missing as crews dug by hand.

Johnson County Library Offers Chiefs Coverage — 1dJohnson County Library cards unlock access to digital replicas of the print newspaper for up-to-date Chiefs coverage and Kansas City sports history, with options to explore regional and national reporting as well as broader football-related resources. The collection also links historical materials and local business news, connecting the community to the Chiefs story and city life through a single library platform.

‘The Economy Is On Fire!’: Kevin O’Leary Drops Fact Check On CNN Panelists Railing Against Trump’s Economy — May 29, 2025“Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary questioned a panelist’s claims about the economy Wednesday during “CNN NewsNight,” saying “the numbers” told a different story. Consumer confidence increased by 12.3 points in May, the…

Storie Vault expansion lets fans help shape story directionTech — Sep 3, 2026Storie Vault unveiled a major expansion adding community features, expanded genres, and more contests to deepen engagement between writers and readers, while enabling fans to influence story direction and collaborate with creators. The update positions the platform as a more interactive hub for original online fiction beyond traditional publishing.

Sam Okafor More genres and contests is great, but I hope the "community input" doesn't water down the author's original vision over time.

Religion Developments Span Communities Worldwide — 4dA global religion beat covers shifting faith dynamics in the U.S.—Catholicism remains the largest faith despite declines—and how faith informs public life, policy, and ethical debates on technology and violence, while spotlighting ongoing interfaith initiatives in Australia and enduring religious festivals in India. It also notes a new biblical film retelling the story of Daniel and a Catholic devotion emphasizing God’s holiness within Christian life.

McDonald’s Credits Christians in Proud Success Story of Prominent Menu ItemOpinion — Feb 26, 2024Christ is truly in everything, even at the McDonald’s counter. While many may be able to immediately see the connection between the Golden Arches’ Filet-O-Fish and Catholics, just how fundamental they are to the fried…

New Book Sheds Light on Karen Carpenter’s Deadly Anorexia BattleReporting — Nov 1, 2023Singer Karen Carpenter passed away 40 years ago at the age of 32. She was anorexic and it killed her. Now author Lucy O’Brien has revealed additional details in her new book, “Lead Sister: the Story of Karen Carpenter.”…

Faith stories link personal trials with renewal in books and service — 4dA wave of faith-centered storytelling and outreach highlights resilience, spiritual renewal, and purposeful living, from personal testimonies and interviews to foundations supporting families and students. The pieces feature Joan Schreiner’s journey of transformation, Piper Goodwin’s legacy through Piper’s Purpose, Kirk Franklin’s candid reflections on faith and fame, Frank Kelly III’s call to live with purpose, and David Piper’s illustrated exploration of inner renewal.

Watch: WH Press Secretary Asked for Clarification About Biden’s Story Involving the Naval AcademyReporting — May 31, 2022White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is facing questions about President Joe Biden’s statement that he was appointed to the Naval Academy in 1965. CBS News Ed O’Keefe noted on Tuesday, “The president was born…

Basement Audition Wins Actor Role in ‘I Play Rocky’ Biopic — Sep 12, 2026I Play Rocky depicts the making of Rocky, with Anthony Ippolito starring as a young Sylvester Stallone, drawing TIFF audiences into the real-life underdog story behind the Oscar-winning film. Directors and the cast emphasize Stallone's early struggles and insistence on playing Rocky, with Ippolito meeting Stallone and studying his life to capture the role.

Marcus Bell The basement audition fits the Rocky theme perfectly. It's good they're highlighting how Stallone fought to star in his own movie.

Searchlight Announces The Family Stone Sequel With Returning Cast — Sep 12, 2026Searchlight Pictures announced a sequel to The Family Stone titled The Families Stone, reuniting most of the original cast 20 years after the first film, with Diane Keaton no longer involved following her death. Tom Bezucha returns to write and direct, production is set in New York this fall, and the story centers on the Stone family as the father brings the woman he’s fallen for to meet them.

Jared Kim Diane Keaton's absence is a real loss for this sequel, but the rest of the family dynamics in New York should still make for a solid follow-up.

Emmys honor Dolly Parton amid wins for The Pitt and Widow’s Bay — 5dAt the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, The Pitt won Outstanding Drama while Widows Bay dominated the night, and Dolly Parton was honored in a tribute alongside news of fashion icon Bob Mackie’s death. The ceremony also spotlighted book-to-screen adaptations with several winners including Remarkably Bright Creatures, Slow Horses, Palm Royale, Love Story, Bridgerton, and Margo's Got Money Troubles, and highlighted ongoing controversy over Sydney Sweeney’s racy ad campaign promoting a sports-betting app.

Derek Foss The book adaptations sweeping awards shows how strong those stories translate to screen.

Families Recall Births Linked to 9/11Health — Sep 10, 2026As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 is observed, personal stories from across North America highlight trauma, resilience, and lasting connections—ranging from a Canadian student who witnessed the towers’ collapse to families who welcomed a child on that day and those who reflect on the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel ordeal. These recollections emphasize enduring solidarity, the intertwining of private milestones with national tragedy, and the bonds between nations as communities honor victims and survivors.

Brent Holds Above $100 Amid Supply Disruption Fears — Sep 10, 2026Oil prices stayed above $100 a barrel as tensions from the Strait of Hormuz to Iran-US attacks raise fears of persistent supply disruptions, with Brent around $101 and WTI in the mid-$90s. While energy stocks like Exxon and Chevron have rallied on the surge, analysts caution the price move signals constrained supply and a war premium rather than a simple demand story.

Rachel Meyers Exxon and Chevron gains look solid but this war premium might fade fast if talks reduce the risk of actual disruptions.

Five classic hits from the 1970s and 80s hide surprising origin stories — Sep 6, 2026The articles profile the enduring appeal and origin stories of iconic 1970s and 1980s songs across rock and country, from Jethro Tull’s Wond’ring Aloud coming together in a hotel room during touring to Kansas’s Point of Know Return driven by a signature riff, and Frampton’s Do You Feel Like We Do evolving into a live centerpiece on Frampton Comes Alive!, alongside Janie Fricke’s 1983 hit Tell Me a Lie and America’s Sister Golden Hair as standout soft-rock and country-pop staples. Together, they highlight how serendipitous moments, inventive arrangements, and touring-era creativity helped these tracks achieve lasting cultural impact.

5 Movies That Tell Stories With Deeper MeaningsReporting — Jun 20, 2022While some movies are made for the sole purpose of entertainment, others tell stories with deeper meanings. Here are five films that tell a story with deeper meanings: “The Lord of the Rings” As CNN explained , “Lord of…

CBS Reporter Says Most ‘Underreported’ Story of 2024 Was Biden’s ‘Obvious Cognitive Decline’ — Dec 30, 2024There were a lot of stories journalists reported on in 2024. But according to CBS News correspondent Jan Crawford, the most “underreported” story was concerns around President Biden’s age and acuity, Fox News reported …

U.S. Communities Mark 25th 9/11 AnniversaryWorld — Sep 8, 2026As Flight 93 memorial events mark 25 years, ceremonies and art projects at the site in Pennsylvania highlight ongoing public remembrance, including a flag ceremony at the state Capitol, chalk portraits planned by artists, and presidential visits that have shaped the memorial’s history. Collectively, these efforts keep the stories of the passengers and crew alive and emphasize education and community acts of remembrance.

9/11 Survivors, Heroes Nationwide Mark 25th Anniversary — Sep 8, 2026On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, President Trump honored a New York firefighter who learned to walk again before dying in the attacks, while reconstructions of personal heroism across the day’s remembrances highlight survivors and saviors, including a World Trade Center employee who helped evacuate a wheelchair user, Boston College’s Man in the Red Bandana, and others reflecting on their experiences and the memorials that keep these stories alive.

ProPublica Reporter Dragged on Twitter After Bringing up ‘Pathetic’ Decades-Old Story on DeSantisReporting — Oct 24, 2022ProPublica reporter Alec MacGillis failed on Twitter after bringing up a decades-old story about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). Over the weekend, he shared a story written by Joshua Chaffin of the Financial Times…

Graham Accuses Twitter, Facebook of Making an ‘Editorial Decision’ by Censoring Hunter Biden StoryReporting — Nov 17, 2020Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is arguing Twitter and Facebook made an “editorial decision” by censoring a news story on Hunter Biden. “The editorial decision at The New York Post to run the story was overridden by…

Country Songs Penned by Helicopter Pilot and 13-Year-Old Became Chart Hits — Sep 12, 2026A set of origin stories highlights how iconic songs and careers were shaped by quick inspiration, youthful breakthroughs, and unlikely paths—from Loretta Lynn writing You Ain’t Woman Enough in 10 minutes after a backstage confrontation, to Tanya Tucker recording The Jamestown Ferry at 13, and Barry White turning a country tune into a soul classic with You’re The First, The Last, My Everything. The articles also recount Kris Kristofferson’s Me and Bobby McGee written during Gulf of Mexico helicopter work, and Tucker’s hit Love’s the Answer marking an early peak in a long, Hall of Fame career.

Rachel Meyers Kris writing Me and Bobby McGee between helicopter flights is the kind of detail that makes you appreciate how songs really get made.

WaPo Fact-Checker Torched Over Analysis of Story on 10-Year-Old Rape VictimReporting — Jul 14, 2022Critics are blasting Washington Post fact-checker Glenn Kessler for his analysis of a story about a 10-year-old rape victim. Earlier this month, Kessler published a fact-check titled, “A one-source story about a…

Woman Sued For Fabricating ICE Detention Story — Apr 17, 2026A Wisconsin sheriff has filed a lawsuit over what he says was a completely fabricated story about immigration detention, a case that has drawn comparisons online to the Jussie Smollett hoax. Dodge County Sheriff Dale…