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Gordon S Wood, Pulitzer-prize winning historian, dies after being struck by a car in Rhode Island

A renowned academic, Wood was hit by a car as he was crossing a supermarket’s parking lot and later died of his injuries

The Guardian - US

These houses of worship are older than America. How they outlasted wars, schisms and lawsuits

Four houses of worship in southern New England are examples of the estimated 1% of congregations in the U.S. that have endured since the nation’s founding in 1776

The Independent UK

US judge invalidates travel and visa ban on 39 countries: What happens next?

A US federal judge ruled on Friday that the Donald Trump administration's immigration ban on 39 countries imposed after last November's DC shooting was unlawful. Chief US District Judge John McConnell in Providence, Rhode Island, ruled that the US Citizenship and Immigration Services had adopted a series of unlawful policies…

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Tartan Army 'love fest' in unofficial World Cup HQ as 'TA in the Park' announced

Tartan Army fans have developed a 'love fest' with their unofficial World Cup HQ in Rhode Island, according to the mayor of the state…

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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Wedding Venue in Doubt After Senator Claims Singer Gave Location a 'Pass'

Speculation about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding location intensifies after a Rhode Island senator suggests the state may no longer be the chosen venue, reigniting public interest.

International Business Times UK

Rhode Island man spent $640 on a pink Trump-branded watch for his wife. Then it allegedly showed up reading ‘Rump’ with the T missing

Not what he ordered.

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North Carolina voters to decide on two measures on property and income tax limits in November

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POTUS Branded Watch Spells 'Rump' Instead of 'Trump,' Leaving a MAGA Supporter's Wife in Tears

A Rhode Island couple received a misprinted Trump watch, sparking disappointment and highlighting broader issues in celebrity licensing and product quality control.

International Business Times UK

MAGA supporter buys $640 Trump watch for wife, left stunned after spotting one mistake: 'How could they process this?'

A Rhode Island couple who spent more than $600 on a Donald Trump-branded watch were left shocked when the product arrived with a mistake.

The Times of India

'Whole House Shook': Wild Meteor Theory Emerges After Massive 'Sonic Boom' Rocks Boston and Rhode Island

A sonic boom shook Boston and Rhode Island, with meteorologists suggesting a bolide meteor as the cause. The noise, heard across multiple areas, remains officially unexplained.

International Business Times UK

Another 'Trump Scam'? MAGA Couple Furious After Receiving Their Trump Watch With the 'T' Missing for $640

A Rhode Island couple received a Trump watch with a missing 'T,' sparking national attention and raising questions about the quality of licensed merchandise.

International Business Times UK

Meteor explodes over New England, double boom jolt buildings Massachusetts, Rhode Island, claim reports. What we know so far

American Meteor Society program monitor Robert Lunsford said the group received dozens of reports from Delaware to Montreal with people either hearing the double boom.

The Economic Times

What caused the massive boom heard across Boston? Here's what happened

A spectacular meteor explosion lit up the skies off the Massachusetts coast Saturday afternoon, unleashing a powerful sonic boom felt across the state and even into Rhode Island. Satellite data pinpointed the meteor's atmospheric entry near Boston, prompting widespread reports to authorities. Experts confirm such events can create loud booms…

The Economic Times

Legislatures in Arizona, California, and Rhode Island will decide on legislatively referred ballot measures in June

Three states—Arizona, California, and Rhode Island—have June deadlines for referring measures to voters. In Arizona, where legislators extended their session through June 30, 31 measures have passed one chamber and are awaiting a vote in the other. California's legislature does not adjourn until August 31, but legislative measures must be…

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Sports Illustrated

Kalshi Faces Another Legal Challenge From Rhode Island

Rhode Island Attorney General is suing Kalshi for offering sports prediction. There are 12 states that have taken action against prediction markets.

The Economic Times

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce signing a prenup? Where will their billion-dollar prenup be signed? Here's everything you need to know

As wedding rumors swirl, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce face a crucial decision: where to draft a prenup. State laws significantly impact asset protection, with Rhode Island, Kansas, and Tennessee reportedly offering strong options for the billionaire couple. The chosen location could be as vital as the ceremony itself.

Reason

Transgender Subpoena Leads To Transdistrict Struggle

A District Court in Rhode Island attempts to quash a subpoena issued by a District Court in Texas.

The Independent UK

Judge blocks DOJ’s demand for Rhode Island hospital records of transgender kids: ‘unworthy of this trust’

The subpoenas demanded Rhode Island Hospital surrender birth dates, Social Security numbers, and addresses for every patient who received transgender care over the past five years

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The Times of India

6 lakes larger than Rhode Island in the US: Lake Huron and Lake Michigan are nearly 15 times larger

Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the United States by area, but comparing it with some of North America’s largest lakes makes it seem even tinier. The state covers just 1,214 square miles, which is surprisingly small once you realise that six freshwater lakes in or partly connected…

International Business Times UK

'Nothing Is Allowed to Leak': Taylor Swift Allegedly Has Multiple Wedding Gowns to 'Confuse People'

Taylor Swift is taking extreme measures to keep her wedding to Travis Kelce private, using decoy dresses and relocating the ceremony to New York for added security.

The Times of India

5 most snake-populated waters in New England

New England, a northeastern region of the United States comprising the states of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. New England boasts a wide range of water landscapes, including large reservoirs and meandering coastal rivers. These waters are not just playgrounds for visitors; they also offer crucial…

The Guardian - US

Two buses, three hours and 13 miles: how Americans in ‘transit deserts’ get groceries without cars

As Covid-era funding dries up and bus services are cut, a food insecurity crisis is brewing from Tennessee to Rhode Island

International Business Times UK

What Happened to Smokey Bones? Inside the BBQ Chain's Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and Sudden Nationwide Closures

Smokey Bones BBQ chain closes multiple US locations on 28 April 2026, amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy by parent companies Fat Brands and Twin Hospitality, affecting states like Ohio, Rhode Island, and New York.

International Business Times UK

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Split Rumours Explained: Shock as Viral Breakup Claim Hits Social Media

A viral parody post has triggered a wave of panic over claims Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have split, but there is still no evidence of a breakup or a cancelled engagement.

The Independent UK

Offshore wind farms take shape along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump wants to stop them

Offshore wind turbines roughly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty were spinning off the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday, sending clean electricity to the region

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