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Red nail theory has turned into a religion on social media as of late. Creators are buzzing about how rocking red manis almost magically turns heads and gets the guys' attention. It's almost like a ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Last weekend, Mayor Tim Keller delivered his State of the City address. He touted a drop in crime, and hyped up new opportunities down the road. While statistics and blueprints ...

An exploding new talent is turning heads in Modesto for both his voice and his look. A 26-year-old TikTok sensation calls himself Talibelico — a combined term for magical impact, "talisman," and a ...

HONG KONG — A 12-year-old Chinese swimmer has become a global sensation with her history-making times, even as observers and fans back home caution against overhyping the young athlete. On Thursday, ...

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