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Can’t talk about it. Can’t live without it. From the White House to Capitol Hill, Washington relies on autopens. How did a ...

A view of external damage to a neighboring house from a Tuesday house fire on Seasons Drive in Godfrey on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. GODFREY — A large fire left a Godfrey home at the 1200 block of ...

Don’t let an empty parking lot fool you. These Florida restaurants are always packed inside with locals who know exactly ...

Fried chicken lands crisp and peppery, pork chops come covered in gravy, and the sides such as collards, cornbread, macaroni, ...

Picture yourself in a rocking chair on your wraparound porch, French doors wide open, and no clutter in sight. If you’re dreaming of paring down to the basics, the tiny house lifestyle can make it a ...

Given the spread and seemingly irresistible appeal of tiny houses, you'd be justified in saying that you've "seen it all" when it comes to them. Still, the Cube 800 will surprise you: a smart tiny ...

By attempting to appease those forces seeking to destroy them, the BBC has helped trigger a crisis that now threatens its ...

Some sit proudly on cliffs or above rivers, others have been absorbed into towns, their towers peeking over rooftops. Together, they trace the country’s layered history: medieval frontiers, Habsburg ...

But savvy travellers are starting to turn their back on that – albeit spectacular – volcanic caldera and find another way of ...

For reality TV fans, Prime Video has a huge selection of entertaining shows like 'Cosmic Love' and 'The Simple Life' to watch ...

Boasting 687 feet of private sandy beach frontage, this unique property offers unmatched privacy with 20-plus beautiful acres ...