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In 1998, a man illegally cut holes in a Tucson street curb. The result changed the law.
18+ hour, 3+ min ago (344+ words) He ratted himself out to the city when it was clear his water diversion plan had worked. When you live in a hot, desert city that only gets 11 inches of rainfall per year, water is a precious resource. And yet,…...
Home Alone's Daniel Stern unveils lifelike bronze 'Marv' sculpture for film's fully restored house
1+ week, 2+ day ago (502+ words) He’s calling it “Marv by Marv.” Home Alone remains one of the most popular movies in the United States. In fact, a 2026 YouGov survey reported it as America’s third-favorite film of all time. Stern, who has left Hollywood to embark…...
Daughter tells dad she's pregnant with triplets. His comedic reaction has touched millions.
1+ week, 3+ day ago (662+ words) “I prayed too hard, I think.” Getting pregnant with triplets is rare. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, triplet (or higher) births happen in an average of 71.3 births per 100,000. It was unexpected, and admittedly overwhelming, news for…...
Portlanders host hilarious 'Parallel Parking Competition' with pool noodle bumpers and prizes
1+ week, 4+ day ago (531+ words) They turned the dreaded parking maneuver into a fun celebration. Parallel parking can trigger serious anxiety. With so little space and so many angles to perfect, nailing a parallel parking job deserves a prize. The citizens of Portland, Oregon, gave…...