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South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto uprising, but challenges linger for its youth
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (549+ words) JOHANNESBURG " South Africa on Tuesday marks the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising when over 200 young people protesting against the apartheid education system were shot and killed by the police. The events of June 16, 1976 " now commemorated annually as Youth Day " are…...
Do you live in one of the states with the shortest lifespan? See where it ranks among all 50, according to data.
5+ hour, 1+ min ago (1305+ words) According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released in January 2026, American life expectancy has reached an all-time high. The average lifespan across the entire population in 2024 was 79 years, an increase of 0. 6 years from 2023 and surpassing…...
Do you live in one of America's best-run cities? These are the top 25, based on data.
11+ hour, 19+ min ago (1594+ words) Stacker listed the 25 best-run U. S. cities using 2025 data from Wallet Hub's Best- and Worst-Run Cities in America. (Mihai_Andritoiu // Shutterstock/Mihai_Andritoiu // Shutterstock) Cities and towns throughout the United States vary drastically in terms of how well they are managed and operated on a daily…...
Challenger with same name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan is ineligible for Alaska ballot, official says
6+ hour, 55+ min ago (642+ words) JUNEAU, Alaska " A top Alaska elections official on Monday ruled that a U. S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state's August primary ballot. Division of Elections Director…...
Republican divides and strange alliances emerge ahead of Georgia runoff
5+ hour ago (545+ words) ALPHARETTA, Ga. " The final days of Georgia's Republican primary campaigns have exposed internal party fault lines, produced unusual alliances and will test the party's ability to consolidate quickly to match Democrats' head start on the general election campaign. The melee,…...
25 most covered songs in rock music history, according to data
6+ hour, 37+ min ago (1733+ words) From Elton John to Cyndi Lauper to the Beatles, Stacker looked at the 25 most covered rock songs of all time, using Second Hand Songs'data. (Michael Ochs Archives // Getty Images/Michael Ochs Archives // Getty Images) When it first emerged in the…...
Atlanta World Cup 2026 Guide: Matches, Fan Festival, and What to Expect
5+ hour, 59+ min ago (597+ words) ATLANTA " The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway in Atlanta, bringing international soccer matches, official fan programming and major events to Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park. On Monday, Cape Verde, making its debut at the World Cup, pulled off a…...
Sleep Number files for bankruptcy, will combine with Sleep Country Canada
8+ hour, 29+ min ago (238+ words) MINNEAPOLIS " Mattress manufacturer Sleep Number filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Friday and has a deal in place to be acquired by Sleep Country Canada for $415 million. The Minneapolis-based company filed in U. S. Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York,…...
Who's your favorite cooking show host? See the top 20 in TV history, according to viewers " 95. 5 WSB
5+ hour, 33+ min ago (895+ words) Everyone eats, which means most people cook every day. For those who have anxiety about cooking, don't know a saucepan from a skillet, or just need a little inspiration, help is on TV. Stacker looked at You Gov data on…...
New day center in Decatur expands help for people experiencing homelessness
4+ hour, 59+ min ago (135+ words) ATLANTA " A new day center at New Life Church in Decatur is offering short-term assistance to people experiencing homelessness, including food and shelter support. De Kalb County Community Development Director Alan Mitchell said the goal is to create a longer-term…...