No injuries reported after Sterling barn blaze

La Crescenta-Montrose, CA · 29d

Missing since 1960 in a California forest: Bruce Howard Kremen was only 6 when he disappeared

Bruce Howard Kremen has been missing from Montrose, California (Los Angeles County), since July 12, 1960. He would now be 73, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

Thomas Smith

Mailing These 7 Surprising Things Could Get You Arrested

Mailing a package feels about as risky as licking a stamp—but federal law treats the mail stream as sacred ground, and a surprising number of everyday items can turn a friendly care package into a federal offense. Here are seven that trip up well-meaning people all the time.

Jim O’Rear

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Florida Man’s Poop Fight Goes Completely Off the Rails.

Folks, I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Florida is the only place where a disagreement over dog poop can apparently escalate into a felony case, an assault with a scooter, and enough body-cam footage to make Netflix start taking notes.

Leesburg, FL · 17d

Eat Like No One Else

The Steak Cut Most People Overlook (But It Can Be Surprisingly Tender)

Don't overlook the Chuck Eye steak when shopping for steaks at the grocery store. If cooked right, they can be tender with a ton of beefy flavor. To find the Chuck Eye on a cow you must go to the front of the animal, near the head. This part of the cow has a lot of flavor but the muscles do a lot of work so they can be tough.

20d

intentionalhospitality

I Stopped Frying Bacon On The Stove and Used This 9 Minute Trick

Frying bacon in a skillet means standing at the stove, wiping down grease splatters, and scrubbing a pan afterward. This microwave method skips all of that. A full package of bacon is done in about 9 minutes, using nothing but a plate and paper towels.

28d

Thomas Smith

Iceberg Lettuce Outbreak Has Now Sickened 11,458 People -- And Routine Tests May Miss It

A massive foodborne illness outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has now sickened at least 11,458 people across 20 states, according to federal health officials. The outbreak has also resulted in 495 hospitalizations and two deaths, making it one of the most consequential produce-linked outbreaks in recent years.

Texas · 1d

Thomas Smith

Thousands Have Been Sickened in America’s Worst Cyclospora Outbreak -- Here’s What To Avoid

A record-setting outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite has sickened thousands of Americans, triggered a major lettuce recall and now been linked to the first two reported U.S. deaths associated with the outbreak.

28d

CJ Coombs

Seven-month-old Hamza Ali vanished from Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, in 2013, and was never found

Hamza Ali has been missing from Upper Darby, Pennsylvania (Delaware County), since April 8, 2013, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Hamza would now be 13 years old if still alive. He was last seen at home.

Upper Darby, PA · 21d

CJ Coombs

Missing since 1995 from Carmel, New York: Robin Frances Murphy disappeared when she was 17

Robin Frances Murphy has been missing from Carmel, New York (Putnam County), since April 9, 1995. According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), Robin would be 48 now.

Carmel Hamlet, NY · 28d

intentionalhospitality

The Corn-Buying Tricks Most Shoppers Never Learn

For years I picked corn the same way most people do. I'd grab a few ears, maybe peel one back to check, and hope for the best. Half the time I got home with something starchy and bland instead of sweet and juicy.

12d

National Weather Force

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Future Hurricane Marie Will Impact Southern California With Storms

Southern California Weather Force has issued a Hurricane Statement, effective between September 5th and 7th, 2026 ... As stated way before other sources, Southern California Weather Force numbers predicted a hurricane or tropical storm to move in or closer to the Southwestern United States. Paths are crossing to make scenarios now.

Southern California, CA · 16h

Thomas Smith

Never Pour These 7 Common Things Down the Drain, Experts Warn

Pouring the wrong items down the sink can trigger expensive plumbing repairs, environmental contamination, and municipal sewer backups. Plumbing professionals and wastewater experts warn against letting these seven everyday substances anywhere near your drain.

15d

Eat Like No One Else

The One Mistake People Make When Bringing Home Tomatoes

Let me share why putting your tomatoes directly into the fridge when you bring them home might be a mistake. Years ago I learned from Alton Brown that putting tomatoes in the fridge was a no-no. The reason being that the flavor of the tomato will forever be changed once they have gone below a certain temperature. Alton says that.

19d

Thomas Smith

California Is About to Make a Huge Legal Change For Car Buyers

Buying a used car in California is about to become significantly less risky. Beginning Oct. 1, 2026, Californians who buy or lease most used vehicles priced at $50,000 or less will have three days to cancel the deal for any reason.

California · 6d

Kateable

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This Backyard Weed Heals Cuts Faster Than Neosporin

If you've got plantain growing in your yard, you're basically sitting on a first aid kit and don't even know it. It's one of those "weeds" most people pull and toss without a second thought, but it's actually one of the best skin healing herbs out there. I started using it on scrapes and cuts a few years ago and never looked back. 😊

17d

intentionalhospitality

The Egg Storage Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes Without Realizing

There's a good chance you're storing your eggs wrong right now, and it has nothing to do with how fresh they were when you bought them. Most people focus on picking good eggs at the store and stop there. But a few small habits at home, ones almost nobody thinks twice about, can quietly cut down how long those eggs actually stay good.

10d

Thomas Smith

Massive 19.1 Million Salmonella Egg Recall Is Sadly Expanding With More People Sick

A massive egg recall has taken a more serious turn as federal health officials investigate a multistate Salmonella outbreak involving nearly 19.1 million eggs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now placed the Midwest Poultry Services recall in Class I, its most serious risk category. The designation means exposure to the recalled product could cause serious health consequences or death.

Texas · 17d

Thomas Smith

There's a Wrong Way to Defrost Meat, Food Safety Experts Warn

Leaving a frozen package of chicken, ground beef or steak on the kitchen counter may seem like an easy way to get dinner started. Unfortunately, food safety experts say this familiar shortcut can allow dangerous bacteria to multiply before the meat is fully thawed.

15d

Dianna Carney

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She Survived a Kill Shelter: Now Nancy the Little Chihuahua Mix is Finally Safe & Looking for Love

Nancy, a 5-year-old Chihuahua mix weighing 18 pounds, has arrived in Rhode Island and is now looking for a permanent home through Small Dog Rescue of New England. The volunteer-run, nonprofit organization, focused on helping small dogs find loving forever homes, explain Nancy “was pulled by our Texas rescue partner from a high kill shelter after having puppies,” and that they are “so happy she is here in RI to find a fabulous home!”

Rhode Island · 12d

Dianna Carney

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9-Week-Old Chihuahua and Dachshund Mix Puppy Searching For New Home After Being Dumped

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Twix Candy, a playful little puppy who recently came into their care alongside several siblings. According to the rescue, “The CANDY litter are a mix of adorable pups who were dumped at a ferry landing in Tennessee. They're excited to leave the stray life behind and find their way to candy land!” He is now living with a loving foster family.

Massachusetts · 11d

Thomas Smith

California Homeowners Will Have to Change Their Yards Under New Wildfire Rules

California is moving ahead with sweeping new wildfire rules that could eventually force nearly 2 million homeowners to change the landscaping immediately surrounding their houses.

California · 12d

Kateable

user · 8.2K followers

This Stops Nausea Almost Instantly—No Dramamine Needed

Nausea is one of those things that can hit out of nowhere, car rides, upset stomachs, you name it, and I got tired of keeping Dramamine on hand for something I could easily make myself.

Thomas Smith

McDonald's Just Launched a Fall Coffee Flavor -- and It Isn't Pumpkin Spice

Pumpkin spice may dominate coffee menus every fall, but McDonald's is trying something different in 2026. The fast-food giant has launched a new Caramel Apple Pie coffee flavor, combining two familiar fall tastes with a McDonald's dessert that has been around for generations.

10d

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This Old-Fashioned Iowa Amish Grocery Store Feels Like Stepping Back In Time

There is a grocery store in rural Iowa where the lights overhead run on gas, the door swings open with a pneumatic hiss, and you pay with cash or a check, just like people did generations ago. No credit card readers, no self-checkout kiosks, no background music competing with the sound of wooden floors underfoot.

Kalona, IA · 3d

CJ Coombs