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Sister’s year-round Halloween obsession worries family

A reader says their 43-year-old sister is completely obsessed with Halloween: her condo is fully decorated year-round with scary animatronics, she wears Halloween knee socks and shirts every...

Published Jul 25, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

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Top NFL and college football headlines — July 20–24

As summer continues and the football season draws nearer, here are the top NFL and college football headlines from the week of July 20–24. This roundup collects the...

Published Jul 25, 2026, 2:02 AM EDT

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Rare 1795 U.S. half cent sells for $5,856

The United States minted the half cent from 1793 to 1857. At a recent auction, a 1795 half cent sold for $5,856, and two half cents together fetched...

Published Jul 24, 2026, 9:33 PM EDT

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Mega Millions jackpot at $743 million for July 24 drawing

LANSING, MI — Mega Millions players nationwide are hoping for a win in Friday’s drawing, where the estimated grand prize is $743 million with a $323.4 million cash...

Published Jul 24, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT

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House approves up to 7% pay raise for service members

The U.S. House has approved a plan that could boost military pay by up to 7% beginning in fiscal 2027. Final pay rates still must be negotiated and...

Published Jul 24, 2026, 5:16 PM EDT

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Where to watch WWE SmackDown in Oakland tonight

The superstars of WWE return to action Friday with SmackDown at Oakland Arena. Tonight’s edition is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET with TV coverage on USA...

Published Jul 24, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT