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Stabbing at Utah Mall Sparks Fear of Targeted Hate

July 16, 2026

A 48‑year‑old man was taken into custody in Utah after a violent encounter at the Valley Fair Mall. The attacker, Peter Michael Larsen, stabbed a Muslim employee multiple times, claiming he chose the victim because of his faith. Authorities say the attack happened just before 3 p. m. on July 13, whe

crime

A Stabbing at a Utah Mall Sparks Hate‑Crime Concerns

July 16, 2026

The incident happened in the afternoon of Monday at Valley Fair Mall, southeast of Salt Lake City. A Muslim employee was attacked with a knife by a man named Peter Michael Larsen, who said the motive was the victim’s religion. The attack left the employee with more than fifteen stab wounds, but he s

celebrities

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16, 2026

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

entertainment

Future of the Fantastic Four: A New Vision

July 14, 2026

New concept sketches by artist Jerad S. Marantz show how a third Fantastic Four film might have looked if it had been made. The drawings reveal updated costumes for Reed and Sue, a bulkier Thing, and a blue‑tinted flame for Johnny. The team is shown in mid‑action, suggesting that the creators intend

crime

Deputy Who Lied About Crypto Fraud Gets 18‑Month Sentence

July 14, 2026

A former Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy, Scott Allen Simpkins, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison and fined $10, 000 for lying to investigators. Simpkins was once a SWAT officer who helped a crypto fraudster, Adam Iza, avoid jail by giving false testimony. Iza, 25, ran scams tha

politics

Drag Performance at Elementary School Sparks Debate

July 12, 2026

A pride celebration held on June 28 in Westport took place at an elementary school, drawing criticism after footage showed adult performers dancing provocatively. The event was backed by State Senator Michael Rodrigues and other local sponsors. Four drag artists were announced as “Drag Family Perfor

entertainment

Submarine Rocket Dreams: From Ocean Depths to Space Stories

July 12, 2026

A 1960s movie opens with a crew aboard the deep‑sea vessel Seaview planning to launch a rocket into orbit to clear falling rocks. The plan sounds absurd, yet the film treats it as plausible by featuring a gigantic nuclear missile. Despite scientific errors, the realistic naval routines and period‑st

sports

Big‑Name Fans Watch Sinner vs. Zverev at Wimbledon

July 12, 2026

The final match of Wimbledon’s men’s singles draws the biggest crowd on Centre Court. Jannik Sinner, the Italian who won his first Grand Slam at Roland Garros, is defending his title against Alexander Zverev, the German who already holds two majors. The match promises drama and a chance for Zverev t

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The Joker’s Planned Victim and a Lost Beetlejuice Connection

July 12, 2026

In the late 1980s, director Tim Burton and actor Michael Keaton had already teamed up on a wildly imaginative film about mischievous ghosts. When Burton later chose Keaton to portray the brooding hero, some fans were uneasy about the switch, but history showed Burton’s confidence was justified. Dur

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Celebrating 250 Years: Aspen’s Festive Parade and Community Fun

July 5, 2026

Aspen gathered its residents and visitors for a lively Fourth of July parade that marked the United States’ 250th anniversary. The event stretched for about an hour and a half, drawing many local groups to the downtown streets for music, marching, and displays of pride. The parade’s grand marshal w