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The front pageFriday, August 14, 2026 — what's gaining coverage right now

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Sunflower Festivals Reported Across States Attracting Crowds

Sunflower festivals are in full swing across the U.S., from DeBuck’s Family Farm in Belleville, Michigan, to KC Wine Co. in Olathe, Kansas, and multiple Seattle-area farms, offering bloom-filled fields, self-guided photo spots, wellness activities, and ticketed admissions. Visitors can expect peak blooms, family-friendly attractions, and opportunities to pick bouquets or enjoy additional festival experiences through late summer and early fall.

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Carter Caves Draws Visitors With 20+ Caves

Travel writing this round spotlights hidden gems and historic sites—from Kentucky’s Carter Caves with its 20 caves to Vancouver Island’s road-era attractions and the ongoing evolution of roadside tourism—while Iowa crafts from state fairs gain national exposure at the Smithsonian. The coverage also highlights local culture and preservation efforts, including Loveland and Fort Collins events in Colorado and the historic Fairbank Townsite in Arizona, which offer visitors a mix of history, nature, and community programming.

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Jul 27, 2026

Space Needle BASE Jumpers Prompt Security Review

Two thrill-seekers conducted an illegal BASE jump from the Space Needle’s observation deck, sparking an active investigation as officials review security footage and work with police; the stunt has drawn mixed reactions online and raised questions about potential tighter security at Seattle’s landmark. Authorities have not released the jumpers’ identities or any charges, but the incident has underscored ongoing concerns about safety at popular attractions.

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IJRUncle Sam Brought Home The Bacon Last Month. But There’s A Catch.The federal government collected $334 billion in revenues in July while burning through $766 billion over the same period, according to Treasury Department figures released Wednesday.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 13

Jul 24, 2026

Midcoast Halloween Festivities Unfold Across Multiple Venues

A regional roundup highlights Halloween-specific events in Maine, including library screenings and haunted attractions; Central Virginia offers pumpkin patches and corn mazes for fall family fun; West Virginia hosts the Head for the Hills Festival with camping, concerts, and a poker tour; and Missouri showcases the Dark Sky Festival with star parties and astronomy talks.

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Jul 23, 2026

Arctic Corsair's Final Journey to Hull North End Shipyard Planned for August 13–17

Hull’s last remaining sidewinder trawler, the Arctic Corsair, will move to its final home at North End Shipyard in a highly complex operation scheduled for August 13–17, with the exact date to be confirmed after assessing tides, weather, and river conditions. The move, which requires multiple bridge openings and dredging of about 3,500 cubic metres of silt and a new dock gate, will position the Corsair as the centerpiece of a new visitor attraction as part of Hull’s £65m maritime redevelopment.

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Reporting·Jul 1, 2026

Birdlovers Celebrate Hatching Of One Of ‘world’s Deadliest Chicks’

The birth of the Southern Cassowary chick is a major milestone for the Bourton-on-the-Water wildlife attraction – which has been trying to breed the giant birds on site for more than 25 years. BIRDLAND PARK & GARDENS…

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Reporting·Jun 8, 2026

Hunter Biden’s Online Comeback Draws Millions of Eyes

Hunter Biden has turned a once-dormant X account into one of social media’s most unexpected attractions, drawing hundreds of thousands of followers with a mix of humor, personal reflections, and political jabs…

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Reporting·Jan 22, 2026

Goldie Hawn Says Passion and Freedom Keep Her and Kurt Russell Together After 42 Years

After more than four decades together, Goldie Hawn says commitment doesn’t come from obligation — it comes from connection, attraction, and mutual respect. According to Fox News , the 80-year-old actress reflected on…

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Reporting·Dec 18, 2025

Trump’s White House Walk of Fame Sparks Headlines With Fiery Plaques Targeting Biden, Obama, Clinton

The White House’s newest attraction is drawing attention for more than its polished bronze finish. According to Fox News , visitors walking through President Donald Trump’s Presidential Walk of Fame are encountering a…

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IJRWhy Did Pollsters Get Michigan And Wisconsin Primaries So Wrong?Polling for races in Michigan and Wisconsin did not accurately reflect the actual election results due to open primaries and the willingness from the further-left candidates' bases to be surveyed, pollsters said.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 13

Reporting·Nov 22, 2023

Woke Disney ‘Excited’ To Roll Out Employee Pronoun Pins As Films Flop, Stock at Lowest Level in Almost a Decade

The Disney corporation recently revealed a new “pronoun pins” program that will soon be rolled out to all employees of its Epcot Center attraction, despite losing billions after years of highly charged political and…

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Reporting·Jul 19, 2023

Author of ‘Sound of Freedom’ Hit Piece Exposed As LGBT Activist Who Fretted Over Stigmatizing Pedophiles

CORRECTION , July 20, 2023: A previous version of this article misstated Noah Berlatsky’s arguments in a piece published by the Prostasia Foundation. He argued that destigmatizing pedophilia or “sexual attraction to…

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VS BattleQuentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese · 157 votes — pick a side

Opinion·Dec 5, 2022

Iconic Disney Ride Set to Close in Less Than 2 Months Due to Being ‘Not Appropriate in Today’s World’

Even Disney theme parks aren’t immune from the onslaught of wokism. In January, Disney is finally closing its iconic Splash Mountain attraction at Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida (“The Magic…

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Opinion·Jul 25, 2022

Mystery Deepens: Something Was Supposed to Be Beneath Razed Georgia Guidestones, but Where Is It?

The Georgia Guidestones: They were a strange, cryptic roadside attraction that some called the “American Stonehenge” and others claimed were satanic. They are no more, thanks to an unknown vandal setting off a bomb at…

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Reporting·Jul 3, 2022

Disneyland's 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Ride Reopens with a Detail Amber Heard Won't Like at All

On Friday, an adoring public trooped to see Captain Jack Sparrow as the “Pirates of the Caribbean” attraction at Disneyland reopened. The ride was mobbed with fans that created long lines, according to Deadline . The…

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Jun 30, 2022

Three Florida Teens Discover Body While Swimming at Picturesque Waterhole

Three teens headed out early on June 22 to “Buford Springs Cave,” a beautiful natural attraction that boasts crystal-clear water and a tantalizing cave deep below the surface in Brooksville, Florida. The teens, aged 15…

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QuizMeet your future selfAnswer honestly and the AI writes back as the you of ten years from now — where you ended up, and what you'd say to today's you.3 min · today's quiz

May 23, 2022

'Absolutely a Miracle': Rescue After Teen Falls Off 50-Foot Waterfall, Gets Wedged Between Rocks

For many lovers of nature, the thrill of the hunt is in reaching little-known attractions and pitting themselves against difficult terrain. And once they get there, victory is often not complete until they can get a…

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Dec 31, 2021

Tiger's Fate Decided After Attacking Cleaning Worker at Florida Zoo

Some of the most common attractions at the zoo are the large, dangerous, exotic animals. They’re unusual and the power they represent is alluring to many people. So alluring, that some will make very poor choices for…

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