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In 2005, Virginia bought 431 waterfront acres for a future state park; 21 years later, the undeveloped land has been folded into another park with a 30-year plan

A 431-acre waterfront parcel in Gloucester County has been officially added to Machicomoco State Park. This undeveloped land, purchased over two decades ago, will now serve as Machicomoco's Western Unit. A newly approved 30-year master plan outlines development phases for both park sections. However, no state funding has been allocated…

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Happy 60th anniversary, Notting Hill carnival – a symbol of all that London can be

Its founders understood the power of culture to challenge racism, build understanding and turn strangers into neighbours. We need that now as much as ever, says London mayor Sadiq Khan

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Hiker, 91, becomes oldest person to complete grueling Appalachian Trail

Dale Sanders said he fell 71 times on the trail, but completed the journey as ‘people are motivated … by my efforts’

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I Didn’t Expect Jason Momoa To Name Drop Disneyland While Describing Filming In The Desert For Dune 3

Some may want to consider a UAE trip after hearing this.

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73 Unhinged Moments That Could Only Happen In Florida

Florida is the land of 1,000 questions and 0 answers. People wrestling alligators, record numbers of golf cart crashes, and iguana-induced power grid failures are just another Tuesday in the Sunshine State. Here are some more ridiculously unhinged Floridian things that people have posted on the Internet lately that either…

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Best pictures and video from Notting Hill Carnival 2026

Notting Hill Carnival’s mas bands passed the baton onto the next generation on Family Day

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In 1934, Black cave guide Matt Bransford sold his 14-room Mammoth Cave hotel and land for just $3,000, far below market value; the family then moved 20 miles away as the national park took shape

Deep below the forests of Kentucky is a world of water, stone and centuries-old human history. Mammoth Cave National Park has the world’s longest known cave system, but its story is about far more than underground passages. It’s also a story about indigenous exploration, enslaved guides, ambitious entrepreneurs, tourism, conservation,…

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In 2005, a couple bought a 2,300-acre Napa ranch for $8 million; after a 17-year battle over plans for vineyards, the land was bought for $24 million and is becoming a public preserve

For years the fate of a large swath of Napa Valley wilderness has been tied up in competing visions: neat rows of vineyards or a continuous landscape for wildlife to roam. Now, after a long legal and environmental fight, the 2,300-acre property is headed for a very different future: a…

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A 55-year-old Missouri official reached the 13,804-foot summit of Wyoming's highest mountain and signed its register; he then disappeared for 5 days before rescuers found him alive and severely dehydrated

In a remarkable tale of survival, a Missouri deputy attorney general was found alive after an arduous five-day ordeal on Gannett Peak. Despite achieving his goal of reaching the summit, he faced severe dehydration and confusion near Scott Lake. Fortunately, search teams successfully located him amidst the challenging terrain, and…

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Spinning and dipping, Minnesota fairgoers delight in the classic Tilt-A-Whirl ride as it turns 100

With screams and giggles, Minnesota fairgoers are taking delight in the magic of the Tilt-A-Whirl ride as it turns 100 years old

The Independent UK

A private landowner has given up development rights on 145 acres beside Zion National Park; the land can no longer become hotels, condos or restaurants and will remain protected

Visitors who approach Zion National Park from the east are greeted by a winding, scenic drive that feels worlds away from the crowded gateway towns surrounding many other national parks. That sense of serenity is now locked in place, thanks to a new conservation deal announced this week by the…

The Times of India

Federal government extends pause on Big Bend National Park border construction until mid-September

The federal government has agreed to extend the pause on border construction in Big Bend National Park until mid-September

The Independent UK

Rollercoaster at LA’s Six Flags shut after two riders suffered brain injuries, inquiry finds

X2 ride at Magic Mountain has been closed for a month after one rider experienced brain compression and another remains in coma

The Guardian - US

Extreme rollercoaster ‘leaves two women with brain injuries’

The X2 rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain is marketed for the ‘ultimate daredevil’

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Rockstar is cautious about what to satirize in GTA 6: "Specific political issues or memes will date fast"

"We have to be careful"

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'It's Got To Stop': Two Women Suffer Brain Injuries After Riding Six Flags X2 Days Apart

Two women suffered severe brain injuries after riding Six Flags' X2 roller coaster, prompting a state safety inspection and the ride's closure. The investigation follows previous incidents and lawsuits.

The Independent UK

Stolen shoes, sabotaged cars and licked faces: How marmots are causing havoc for hikers in America’s West

One California hiker woke from a nap in Sequoia National Park to find a marmot licking his ear in one of many unwelcome encounters

The Guardian - US

Can the Philly Classic ignite another golden age of US road cycling?

The race was at its peak when American riders were regularly challenging for titles. Its return could help prompt a revival

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Passenger on Scotland to Chicago flight recounts how weather turned flight into 20-hour ordeal: ‘Bathrooms filled up’

The flight from Edinburgh is typically about 8 hours long — but turned into a much longer travel nightmare for some

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Oregon town is so broke that it shut down all of its parks to save a buck

The city of Independence said it will enforce the closures and is not liable for anyone who enters the parks

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The US fall foliage forecast is out. Here’s where to see the most vibrant colors this year

Climate change-driven drought and heat is turning leaves brown earlier than usual in some areas

The Times of India

Work began in 1928 on New York City’s first municipal airport; today, Floyd Bennett Field spans more than 1,300 acres of grassland and marsh

Established in 1931, Floyd Bennett Field was New York City's municipal airport before evolving into a vital naval aviation site for decades. After its deactivation by the U.S. Navy in 1971, the area transformed into part of Gateway National Recreation Area. Presently, the former airfield has become a haven for…

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"You're going to see an oversized bat eat the head off of a human." Take a look inside Universal Studios' Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness haunted house

Be afraid, be very afraid

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A Kentucky county closed a 225-acre golf course after it averaged only 9,000 to 10,000 rounds a year; the site is now becoming one of the county’s largest new public parks, with 70% preserved as greenspace

A Kentucky county closed its 225-acre Fox Run Golf Course after it averaged just 9,000 to 10,000 rounds annually. Now, the former golf property is being transformed into a major public park featuring trails, climbing areas, biking facilities, water features and family spaces. Around 70% of the site will remain…

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Tourist dies after car gets stuck in mud at Death Valley National Park

His travel companion called for help after reaching National Park Service rangers but it was too late

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