Australia to launch nationwide gun buyback following Bondi Beach attack
New South Wales plans to begin a gun buyback program in November, the first step in the country’s response to a deadly Hanukkah shooting at Bondi Beach, officials say.
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Trump blames vandals for dead grass on National Mall after July 4 celebration
President Donald Trump accused vandals of damaging grass on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial, where he hosted a July 4th event, without providing evidence.
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Faith in Action: Navigating Challenges with Hope and Justice
As our community faces political, social, and moral dilemmas, the Christian call to love, justice, and humility guides us through turbulent times.
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Attorney General Todd Blanche backs U.S. Attorney Pirro despite Trump criticism
Attorney General Todd Blanche expressed support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro amid recent comments from President Donald Trump criticizing her work.
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Sen. Ossoff criticizes Trump over Iran war claims
Sen. Jon Ossoff accused former President Trump of lying the nation into war with Iran during a rally in Atlanta.
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Navy reviews aircraft carrier design to suit Trump’s preferences
The U.S. Navy said it is conducting an internal review of its next class of aircraft carriers to consider design changes requested by President Donald Trump.
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Von Miller signs with Dallas Cowboys in Texas homecoming
Von Miller announced he is signing with the Dallas Cowboys for his 15th NFL season. Terms were not disclosed, and Miller called the move a ‘homecoming’ on social media.
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Hayden Panettiere, actress from ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
The actress Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36, her representative confirms. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
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NYPD officers fatally shoot man armed with butcher knife in Lower East Side
Officers responded to reports of an assault and shot a man wielding a large knife after he advanced toward them, police say.
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Miss. agency to offer free seafood HACCP workshop in Biloxi
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources will offer a free, three-day Seafood HACCP workshop Sept. 15-17 in Biloxi for industry members and others, MDMR said. The course meets FDA training requirements and awards certificates from the Association of Food and Drug Officials.
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4 more belugas arrive at Shedd Aquarium from Marineland
Shedd Aquarium said four belugas arrived in Chicago as part of a government-approved rescue plan to move animals from Marineland to aquariums in the U.S. and Spain.
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Extreme heat warning continues through Monday in Columbus
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Monday at 8 p.m., with heat index values approaching 110 degrees, WCBI reported. Rain chances return later in the week as high pressure breaks down.
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Kosciusko returns experienced core after state championship trip
Kosciusko enters the 2026 season led by returning players who reached last year’s state championship, coach Casey Orr said. The Whippets open Aug. 21 against Richland.
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MEMA to open five disaster centers in four Mississippi counties
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five disaster service centers at noon Aug. 18 to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur in June, the agency said.
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Jackson luncheon raises funds for breast cancer awareness
Women gathered in Jackson for the Women Inspire Women Luncheon to elevate mindsets, foster community and raise money for breast cancer awareness, organizers said.
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Mississippi State depth faces test, commentators say
Commentators Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said Mississippi State’s first preseason scrimmage raised questions about whether the roster can sustain aggressive play calling by Jeff Lebby and Zach Arnett.
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Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom aims to unseat incumbent senator in rare upset
Scott Colom, a Democrat and district attorney from Mississippi, is attempting to defeat Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, a feat not achieved since 1942. His campaign faces long odds in a heavily Republican state.
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Corinth Elks Lodge donates $4,100 to NEMCC FFA Alumni and Supporters
The Corinth Elks Lodge contributed $4,100 to the NEMCC FFA Alumni during the third annual Bobby Wayne Memorial Dart Tournament, honoring the late land-loving enthusiast.
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Mississippi opens five disaster centers for Tropical Storm Arthur survivors
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five Disaster Service Centers at noon Tuesday to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, the agency said.
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Heat wave to continue through midweek; heat index may reach 115 degrees
Forecasters say the heat wave will persist through Wednesday with afternoon heat index values between 105 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler conditions and lower heat indices are expected by next weekend.
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