Friday, October 30, 2026 5:07 AM ET
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US eyewear retailer accused of sharing customers' prescription details and eye-exam activity with Meta as appeals court revives privacy lawsuit29 minutes ago
An Arkansas couple said their land was reachable only by boat across Beaver Lake or through a neighbour's property; they paid $8,000 for an 18-foot easement, but an appeals court upheld a route along the boundary1 hour ago
US - Oct 30, 2026 - 1886: A New Hampshire family had an architect build 8-year-old Fanny a log playhouse with a working stove; it still welcomes visitors - In the late 1800s, affluent families built playhouses for their children to cultivate homemaking abilities. Fanny Glessner's log cabin playhouse, constructed in 1886 in New Hampshire, served as a venue for childhood parties and preserves. Fanny later evolved into Frances Glessner Lee, a trailblazer in forensic science, and today, her enchanting playhouse is part of The Rocks estate, welcoming visitors yearning for a glimpse into history.2 hours ago
After 15 years in accounting, Linda Harrison left office work to raise fainting goats in Tennessee; 2½ years later, she called ranching her passion2 hours ago
An Ohio man bought a house in a neighbourhood of about 140 homes and advertised it on Airbnb, arguing it was also his residence; on October 26, an appeals court upheld a zoning ban after neighbours objected2 hours ago
In 2020, conservation partners began securing Maine's Chadbourne Tree Farm; six years later, more than 27,000 acres of working forest are permanently protected from development. The forest remains open to the public3 hours ago
US targets Chinese telecom giants in proposed ban on direct access to American phone numbers3 hours ago
In 2025, NYU Stern professor Jim Finch pledged $10 million through a bequest for scholarships and donated $150,000 to its student investment fund3 hours ago
In 2011, Oregon biology professor Helen Stafford left Reed College $8 million; most went to student aid, while $1 million supported the department3 hours ago
First Mahatma Gandhi statue in North Dakota unveiled at Bismarck's Peace Park3 hours ago
In 2026, a Massachusetts woman skied 700 miles to the South Pole alone, without support; she finished the frozen crossing in exactly 57 days3 hours ago
'You are disgusting, put yourself in shape': Trump mocks reporter's appearance after being questioned about his health3 hours ago
A Virginia textile mill built in 1920 closed in 1996 and stood largely empty for decades; after a $110 million redevelopment, it now has residents and offices, with 190 apartments planned across the complex4 hours ago
Why this US woman filled two homes with 13,201 frog-themed items after a tiny tree frog appeared in her kitchen in 19834 hours ago
US Federal appeals court revives religious groups' legal challenge to immigration enforcement at churches, synagogues and mosques; what the ruling means for worshippers4 hours ago
A North Dakota pipeline route drew objections from landowners and two counties over safety and local rules. A judge has now backed local setback powers and ordered more scrutiny, but the state permit remains in place4 hours ago
Mid-air collision near Oregon airport: 3 killed as two helicopters crash into each other US5 hours ago
US midterms: Trump skips Iowa, Kansas rallies, backs Republicans through phone campaign6 hours ago
A 1996 foundation created by Tiger Woods and his parents marked 30 years of education work in 2026; its learning labs have helped students explore science, technology and careers7 hours ago
Taylor Swift gave $100,000 to revive a Tennessee playground destroyed by floods in 2010, now the city is seeking a roughly $3 million grant for an inclusive play area and sports upgrades at the same park7 hours ago
'Nvidia chief seen as target of China spy plot'8 hours ago
NY enacts ban on 'unsafe' chatbot with kids as states push AI regulation boundaries8 hours ago
A Michigan father and his family have added a pirate ship to their front-yard Halloween world, complete with blue lighting and skeleton sailors, with live actors set to take over on October 317 hours ago
Fired US general admits leaking classified Iran, Ukraine information to journalists: Report9 hours ago
Rare White House visit by top US commander puts Trump's Iran strike options in focus9 hours ago
At 99, Pauline Kana became the world's oldest crowd-surfer; the internet-famous 'Gangster Granny' achieved the Guinness World Records title at a Texas concert10 hours ago
Growing up without being able to afford Halloween costumes, Texas man Christophe Waggoner began October's Child in 2017; he has gifted 8,000 costumes to families and plans to give away 4,000 in 202610 hours ago
A California community searched nearly 20 years for a permanent place to gather and worship; after raising funds and beating competing offers, it completed a $16.5 million Cupertino property purchase on October 2211 hours ago
In 1953, a New Jersey woman gave away her name and possessions, then spent 28 years walking America; she covered 25,000 miles for peace by 196412 hours ago
A NASA wheat test on the ISS lasted 73 days: plants grew 10% taller than Earth controls, while microgravity also changed their leaves, cells, and chloroplasts12 hours ago
Michigan Red Baron worker targeted in viral prank by influencer, receives over $280,000 in GoFundMe donations as internet rallies behind him12 hours ago
Oil crews tested a North Dakota wheat field with dynamite; Iverson's 1951 well yielded 585,000 barrels over 28 years, helping the farmer retire at 4412 hours ago
After leasing hundreds of Kansas wheat acres, Karl Willey reportedly earned over $2 million; one of his first Sumner County wells brought in royalty checks, including one worth over $20,00012 hours ago
After leasing drilling rights on his 71-acre Tennessee farm for 12.5%, Vernon Lawhorn saw an oil strike reportedly bring in $30,000 a month and bought a $6,500 Dodge13 hours ago
After buying a Pennsylvania farm in 1850, James McCray sold an oil lease to fund a nearby well; the venture brought him $70,000, and he later refused $1 million13 hours ago
If you hire H-1B, you won't get grants: Texas Agriculture Department's new rule for businesses; 'Taxpayers work hard for their money'13 hours ago
Drilling for water on his Texas farm, Fritz Fuchs hit oil at 300 feet; a deeper test followed, and leases paid $84,000 in cash plus a 1/6 royalty on 482 acres13 hours ago
In 2021, Detroit renovators Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas bought an abandoned house for $1,000, gave it a Palm Springs-inspired makeover and sold it for $81,000; the reported profit was about $35,00013 hours ago
Map that came to symbolise America's divide over slavery auctioned for nearly $1 million13 hours ago
UT students wanted to condemn comments targeting Indian-origin students but university thought it was not just Bo French14 hours ago
Built in 1925 and vacant for over 20 years, Texas's historic Imperial Sugar Char House survived stalled redevelopment plans; the city has approved a $15 million rescue, with preservation work due through 202814 hours ago
Facing drought, Texas cotton farmers drilled by their hog pen in 1918; the well struck 2,500 barrels a day, and investors sold the stake for $1.8 million13 hours ago
10-year-old US girl abducted from home at midnight, found tied up in closet 13 hours later14 hours ago
Florida mom arrested for leaving 4 kids alone during 5-day Las Vegas work trip15 hours ago
A Connecticut couple has committed $410 million to turn a 125-acre former coal and oil power plant into a waterfront park; zoning approval moves the long-closed industrial site closer to public use15 hours ago
In 1980, a Texas man called his stepson his child in a will; after the man died in 2020, the stepson battled surviving relatives over inheritance, but a jury found there had been no legal or informal adoption15 hours ago
In 1600, William Gilbert argued that Earth was a giant magnet and coined the language of electricity; his book passed through a historic library and several auctions before selling for Rs 58.5 lakh in 202616 hours ago
Trump official reacts to leaked video of Microsoft's AI chief telling staff company wants to bring in foreign talent: 'You were hoping we were kidding'12 hours ago
In 2016, Texas residents began challenging developer control of their neighbourhood associations; 10 years later, the homeowners own their park, roads, ponds and guardhouse after a long legal fight17 hours ago
In 2016, an Indianapolis flower charity began with $9,000 raised in 45 minutes and its first hospital delivery, ten years later it has reportedly reached 175,000 bouquets for patients across the city17 hours ago
Steve Ballmer built a $164 billion fortune; his philanthropy is shifting towards locally led foundations tackling poverty and expanding education, including a preschool initiative worth up to $1.7 billion17 hours ago
He wrote a book on 'Black Money', Feds tracked his $900K loan fraud: Indian-origin accountant jailed in Texas, investigator says 'I can only imagine his shock...'18 hours ago
2 college students found dead after going missing during Colorado mountain hike amid snowstorm18 hours ago
University of Florida seeks an H-1B for a financial analyst, president Bell says it was made without his approval19 hours ago
A Mississippi father willed 0.86 acres and the family home equally to his three children, then signed a deed giving the land to his wife; an October 27 court rejected his daughter's bid to undo the transfer19 hours ago
Minnesota prosecutors have charged conservative activists James O'Keefe and Cam Higby with two felonies after an undercover voting stunt, though both say they were testing election rules and neither cast a ballot20 hours ago