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Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career home run Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium — but two baby raccoons bumbling around under the outfield wall padding may have stolen the show. Video of the tiny stowaways went viral, and honestly, between the milestone homer and the raccoon cameo, it was quite an evening at the ballpark. (Source: ABC7) 🦝 aol.com/articles/baby-…

A World Cup camera operator caught what appeared to be a tense couple's argument in the stands during South Africa's match — and the internet immediately took sides. The man was spotted on his phone, his partner noticed, words were exchanged, and then he bounced back to snacking and dancing like nothing happened. Fans are calling it the new Coldplay kiss cam moment. (Source: Bored Panda) 📱 aol.com/articles/coupl…

When England scored the winning goal against Norway at the World Cup, David Beckham leaped out of his seat — while Victoria sat perfectly still and reached for her phone. The contrast went viral, prompting David to jump to her defense in the comments: 'She was celebrating inside I promise.' (Source: People) ⚽ aol.com/articles/david…

Erling Haaland's World Cup run may have ended, but the Norway striker left America with a very on-brand souvenir — a taxidermied raccoon clutching a tiny bottle of alcohol. 'It followed me home,' he wrote on Instagram, adding yet another chapter to the viral legend he built during the tournament. We miss him already. (Source: The Independent) ⚽ aol.com/articles/norwa…

That image of happy chickens roaming a sunny field on your egg carton? It may not reflect reality. 'Free range' sounds idyllic, but the label doesn't require a minimum amount of outdoor space per bird, vegetation, or even a set amount of time outside — the space can legally be concrete or gravel. Here's what the label actually means, and which certifications are worth looking for. (Source: Simply Recipes) 🥚 aol.com/articles/egg-c…

In 2024, Richard Simmons passed away at his Los Angeles home — one day after his 76th birthday. The beloved fitness icon had spent a decade out of the public eye but was finally ready to return, working on a Broadway musical about his life at the time of his death. Here's a look back at his final days, and the joy he carried with him until the end. (Source: People) 🔗 aol.com/articles/happe…

Isaac Newton — the father of modern physics — wasn't just calculating gravity. Hidden in his 1704 writings was a doomsday prediction: that civilization as we know it would end in 2060. Based on his careful study of biblical texts, Newton calculated that Christ would return around the mid-21st century, and that prediction is now just 34 years away. (Source: The Mirror) 🔭 aol.com/articles/isaac…

A WNBA game between the New York Liberty and the Toronto Tempo took a wild turn Sunday when Liberty guard Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was ejected for throwing a teammate's shoe that hit an opponent in the back. Laney-Hamilton says she was just trying to get the shoe back to her teammate — but with tensions already running high between the 2 players, the refs saw it differently, and it cost the Liberty the game. (Source: New York Post) 👟 aol.com/articles/liber…

Sam Neill, the beloved actor best known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in the original 'Jurassic Park,' has died at age 78. Over a decades-long career, he brought to life an extraordinary range of characters — from the antichrist in 'The Omen III' to a ruthless villain in 'Peaky Blinders' — but it was his warmth and wonder on Spielberg's dinosaur island that made him unforgettable. (Source: BBC) 🔗 aol.com/articles/sam-n…

Before they were household names, some of Hollywood's biggest stars got their start — or at least a cameo — on 'Days of Our Lives.' From Mila Kunis playing a young character at age 11 to Christina Applegate appearing as a 3-month-old baby, the long-running soap opera has an unexpectedly star-studded résumé that goes back over 60 years. (Source: People) 📺 aol.com/articles/17-ce…

From Chuck Berry's 'Johnny B. Goode' and Nirvana's 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' to Kate Bush's 'Wuthering Heights' and Prince's 'Let's Go Crazy,' Entertainment Weekly has ranked the 25 greatest rock songs of all time — and the list is guaranteed to spark some debate. Do you agree with their picks? (Source: Entertainment Weekly) 🎸 aol.com/articles/25-gr…

Before big-box stores and national chains reshaped American retail, Main Street was lined with family-run grocers, corner drugstores, and barbershops where the owner knew your name. These 20 historic photos capture small-town America as it once was — a world of independent businesses that gave every community its own character and identity. (Source: Wealth Gang) 🏘️ aol.com/articles/20-ph…

Married women on Reddit are sharing the one thing they wish someone had told them before they said 'I do' — and the advice is refreshingly unfiltered. From never giving up your financial independence to seeing your partner for who they are (not who you hope they'll become), these 12 pearls of wisdom are worth a read before the big day. (Source: BuzzFeed) 💍 aol.com/articles/one-t…

Lifetime has been serving up gloriously unhinged made-for-TV movies for over 40 years — and the titles alone are a gift. Entertainment Weekly rounded up 16 of the most ridiculous, from 'Mother, May I Sleep With Danger?' to 'Psycho Storm Chaser' to 'Identity Theft of a Cheerleader,' and honestly every single one is better than the last. (Source: Entertainment Weekly) 📺 aol.com/articles/16-mo…

You don't need a passport to reach some of the most stunning tropical destinations in the world — you just need to know where to look. From the bioluminescent bays of Puerto Rico and the pristine reefs of the US Virgin Islands to the remote beaches of American Samoa, these 13 US territories offer paradise without the customs line. (Source: Only In Your State) 🏝️ aol.com/articles/13-tr…

Costco's rotisserie chicken has long been considered the gold standard — but a new Consumer Reports taste test has dethroned it. Sam's Club took the top spot, praised for its succulent texture, depth of flavor and a roasted, garlicky taste, while also undercutting Costco's price by one cent. The study also tested all 10 chickens for plastic-sourced chemicals, with some notable findings. (Source: Allrecipes) 🍗 aol.com/articles/rotis…

Neil the Seal is a 5-year-old southern elephant seal who has become a full-blown celebrity in Tasmania — known for blocking traffic, playing with road cones, knocking down fences and generally refusing to respect personal boundaries. He's racked up millions of views on social media, but officials are now urging fans to keep their distance, warning that too much attention could force them to make a very unpleasant decision. (Source: A-Z Animals) 🦭 aol.com/lifestyle/neil…

Amid the drama surrounding Prince Harry's recent UK visit, a pointed nickname reportedly used by royal staff has resurfaced. According to The Times' royal editor, staff dubbed Harry and his uncle Prince Andrew after a classic American TV show — because, as she put it, 'chaos followed both of them.' (Source: Reality Tea) 👑 aol.com/articles/princ…

Costco fans, your favorite seasonal cookie is back. The warehouse's Kirkland Signature Marshmallow Crispy Cookies — a mashup of brown butter sugar cookies and Rice Krispies Treats with marshmallow bits and crispy rice throughout — have returned to bakery shelves, and shoppers are already stocking up. At $9.99 for 24 cookies, they tend to disappear fast. (Source: Allrecipes) 🍪 aol.com/articles/costc…

A Michigan mom of 3 is speaking out about her 2-week battle with cyclosporiasis, the parasitic infection behind a growing outbreak across the US. She describes symptoms that felt like 'COVID fatigue mixed with norovirus that wouldn't end,' including losing 10 pounds in 5 days — and she still doesn't know exactly what she ate that caused it. (Source: USA Today) 🔗 aol.com/articles/explo…