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3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

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JMU’s Louisell, Nhial earn weekly Sun Belt Volleyball honors

After going 3-0 at the LD&B Insurance Invitational, James Madison volleyball's Kennedy Louisell is the Sun Belt Conference Offensive Player of the Week and Ayen Nhial is the Defensive Player of the Week.

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James Madison’s Jaspers named Sun Belt Men’s Soccer Defensive Player of the Week

Following a shutout 1-0 victory against UCF, Erik Jaspers has been named Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced on Tuesday afternoon.

3 weeks ago in Features

Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?

After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.

3 weeks ago in National

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Jaxson Dart injures his knee as several Giants stars get banged up in loss to Rams

If there were a list of most important New York Giants, seemingly all those key players got hurt at some point during a 28-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, starting with quarterback Jaxson Dart injuring his left knee during his team's first series.

3 weeks ago in World

Polo strengthens to a Category 5 hurricane off Mexico’s Pacific coast

Hurricane Polo grew into a Category 5 storm Tuesday in the eastern Pacific off southwestern Mexico and was forecast to bring heavy rain to southwestern Mexico but remain offshore.

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JMU’s Patrick Rea named Sun Belt Special Teams Player of the Week

James Madison punter Patrick Rea has been named the Sun Belt Conference Special Teams Player of the Week, the league announced on Monday.

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Dukes and Marshall to kick off at 3:45 PM on October 3

James Madison's Sun Belt home opener against Marshall will kick off at 3:45 p.m. ET, on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Bridgeforth Stadium and will be aired live on ESPNU, the Sun Belt Conference announced on Monday.

4 weeks ago in World

World leaders in New York to grapple with climate. Fuel prices, AI and disasters complicate things

World and business leaders gathering this week in New York are being forced to grapple with the increasingly urgent costs of climate change, soaring energy prices and the human toll from this summer's oppressive heat waves, prolific wildfires and catastrophic Nepal flood.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family representative says

Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at age 27, a family representative said. Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?

The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars

Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home

The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.

4 weeks ago in Trending, World

Tiny wild cat newly identified as a species draws curious visitors in Bolivia

A tiny wild cat hidden away in the cloud forests of Bolivia has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing a stream of visitors hoping for a glimpse of the animal that scientists have identified as a brand new species.

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Prescott throws 4 TD passes as Cowboys beat Commanders, who again lose Daniels to dislocated elbow

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dak Prescott celebrated breaking Tony Romo’s career franchise record for touchdown passes in a victorious locker…

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Your work week forecast: Several days of rain followed by sunshine at week’s end

The best chance for measurable rain will be from tonight through Tuesday night with rainfall totals possibly reaching one and a half to two inches.

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JMU Volleyball sweeps George Mason for 300th career win

James Madison volleyball posted a 3-0 victory over George Mason (8-4) to close out the LD&B Insurance Invitational on Sunday to secure Head Coach Lauren Steinbrecher's 300th win at the helm.

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Bridgewater Field Hockey falls at home to Gettysburg, 2-1

The Bridgewater College field hockey team dropped a tight contest to Gettysburg, 2-1, on Sunday.

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12 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Al Pacino to get lifetime achievement award from the Screen Actors Guild

Al Pacino has been named the next recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. The 86-year-old star of "Dog Day Afternoon," "Scent of a Woman" and a trilogy of "Godfather" films is the 62nd actor to receive the highest honor handed out by the Screen Actors Guild -American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

12 hours ago in Trending, World

Prince Harry and Meghan cheered as they make first joint appearances since returning to UK

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together in a trio of charity visits Thursday, their first joint public appearance since moving back to England, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties six years ago.

2 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Local

Theatre at Bridgewater College presents “The House of Bernarda Alba”

Theatre at Bridgewater College (BC) will present “The House of Bernarda Alba” from Wednesday, October 28, through Saturday, October 31, at 7 p.m. nightly in Cole Hall on the College’s campus.