Friday, October 30, 2026 12:16 PM ET
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Indian national jailed for 8 years in US over laundering case targeting elderly people; ordered to pay $2.4m to victims9 minutes ago
A Pennsylvania family has owned Penn's Cave since 1908 and expanded its land to protect its water; 118 years later, the 1,400-acre attraction with a cavern, wildlife park and airport is seeking a new owner9 minutes ago
US - Oct 30, 2026 - A letter Martha Washington wrote in 1760 about her four-year-old daughter's illness sold for $47,500; the Library of Congress has acquired the rare document, its first original letter in Martha's own handwriting - A personal letter from Martha Washington, describing her daughter's recovery, has found a new home at the Library of Congress. This 1760 correspondence, directed to Margaret Green, sheds light on Martha's motherhood journey and is the first handwritten piece by her in the library's archives. Its acquisition underscores women's vital roles during colonial America, adding depth alongside Mary Todd Lincoln's letters.54 minutes ago
Elon Musk clarifies how often he meets his 13 children and how many staffs are involved in the entire process54 minutes ago
An 18-year-old Mississippi woman who relied on family for rides to work was blindfolded by a family friend and surprised with a free car after a local repair business stepped in to help54 minutes ago
Dolly Parton's father could not read or write; his struggle inspired her free book programme, which began in one Tennessee county and has now gifted over 330 million books worldwide24 minutes ago
In 2002, two friends began selling $15 tickets to a strip-mall haunted house in Denver; by 2026, their business had expanded to 18 Halloween attractions and around 4,500 seasonal jobs1 hour ago
Meet Landon Hoberman, 17, from New Jersey, whose campaign to stop unwanted plastic cutlery is credited with preventing 8.1 million single-use utensils and saving restaurants more than $200,0001 hour ago
Indian-origin woman who went missing in August found dead in a canal in California. Detectives had looked into the canal before but could not locate her54 minutes ago
'My suffering goes beyond physical': US convict Christa Pike recounts ordeal after botched execution attempt2 hours ago
Meet Sophia Parekh, 12, from Westfield, New Jersey, who started giving away books at age 7 and has now distributed more than 8,000 free books to children and classrooms across the US2 hours ago
Dolly Parton started giving free books to children 31 years ago; a new October 29 report says her Knox County programme attracted nearly 950 sign-ups in August and raised over $150,000 following her death2 hours ago
Red Baron Pizza makes viral dad Walt Z employee of the month after he stands up to influencer who was making a prank video; fundraiser nears $500k3 hours ago
Boston Celtics owners donate over $200 million to children's hospital after one billionaire couple's $100 million pledge inspired others to match their gift; the money will fund mental health care, medical research and nursing training3 hours ago
A Tennessee husband claimed the marital home was worth up to $300,000 during the divorce, but the court valued it at $160,400 and awarded 75% of its equity to his wife; an October 27 appeal upheld the division4 hours ago
In 2025, Indiana University opened a free AI course to its alumni network of 805,000 people; more than 114,000 learners had already enrolled4 hours ago
Arkansas officials took just 1.62 acres from a family trust's land and initially valued the loss at $417,825; after an 11-year fight over road access, an appeals court upheld a $3 million jury award3 hours ago
A Georgia couple won a $37 million jury verdict after their three-year-old son died during hospital treatment, but a judge cut it to $2 million; an October 28 appeals ruling now raises the judgment to $3 million4 hours ago
An anonymous Connecticut family donated $50 million to a global health charity; the record gift will expand access to lifesaving medicines, support healthcare centres and secure the organisation's financial future4 hours ago
In 1999, an Indiana woman bought a home with a $10,000 loan from her grandparents; 22 years later, her former partner's brother acquired half the property and tried to force a sale, but an appeals court let her keep it4 hours ago
In 2023, a California couple began a divorce with competing requests for protection orders; three years later, a court overturned the husband's $39,000 legal-fee award because he filed too late5 hours ago
A man paid just $60 for two paintings at an Arizona estate sale in 1996, then discovered they were genuine Martin Johnson Heade artworks worth $1.072 million; the sellers later went to court but lost5 hours ago
An Indiana mother was ordered to pay $21,020 in attorney fees amid a custody dispute, then told that no further hearings would be held until she paid; an appeals court ruled on October 28 that the restriction was improper but upheld the fee award5 hours ago
An Idaho couple who have farmed beside a barbed-wire fence since 1979 fought the state over 5.95 acres, and an October 27 Supreme Court ruling reversed the state's title victory and reopened their ownership claim6 hours ago
Brittany Mahomes helped raise over $200,000 for food allergy charity in 2023, now a project she launched with Patrick has its first approved Kansas City restaurant, with trained staff and strict kitchen rules6 hours ago
US eyewear retailer accused of sharing customers' prescription details and eye-exam activity with Meta as appeals court revives privacy lawsuit7 hours 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 boundary8 hours ago
1886: A New Hampshire family had an architect build 8-year-old Fanny a log playhouse with a working stove; it still welcomes visitors9 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 passion9 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 objected9 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 public10 hours ago
US targets Chinese telecom giants in proposed ban on direct access to American phone numbers10 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 fund10 hours ago
In 2011, Oregon biology professor Helen Stafford left Reed College $8 million; most went to student aid, while $1 million supported the department10 hours ago
First Mahatma Gandhi statue in North Dakota unveiled at Bismarck's Peace Park10 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 days11 hours ago
'You are disgusting, put yourself in shape': Trump mocks reporter's appearance after being questioned about his health11 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 complex11 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 198311 hours ago
US Federal appeals court revives religious groups' legal challenge to immigration enforcement at churches, synagogues and mosques; what the ruling means for worshippers11 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 place11 hours ago
Mid-air collision near Oregon airport: 3 killed as two helicopters crash into each other US12 hours ago
US midterms: Trump skips Iowa, Kansas rallies, backs Republicans through phone campaign13 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 careers14 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 park15 hours ago
'Nvidia chief seen as target of China spy plot'15 hours ago
NY enacts ban on 'unsafe' chatbot with kids as states push AI regulation boundaries15 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 3115 hours ago
Fired US general admits leaking classified Iran, Ukraine information to journalists: Report16 hours ago
Rare White House visit by top US commander puts Trump's Iran strike options in focus17 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 concert17 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 202618 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 2218 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 196419 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 chloroplasts19 hours ago
Michigan Red Baron worker targeted in viral prank by influencer, receives over $280,000 in GoFundMe donations as internet rallies behind him20 hours ago