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21 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Rush Hour 4’ will be distributed by Paramount after Trump’s reported request
After President Donald Trump's reported intervention, Paramount Pictures is set to distribute Brett Ratner's "Rush Hour 4," a project that Hollywood had eschewed after earlier sexual misconduct allegations against the director.
21 hours ago in World
Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power
Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state television Wednesday saying they have seized power in the country, following reports of gunshots near the presidential palace, three days after national elections. The president told French media he had been deposed and arrested.
21 hours ago in Sports
Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers … and stock … to the public
The Enhanced Games is going public in two ways — with a new listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange and also by offering a direct-to-consumer business focused on performance products in a move it says "aims to democratize access to performance enhancement tools and protocols."
21 hours ago in National
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn’t known, AP sources say
A suspect is in custody in the shooting of National Guard members in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, police said.
21 hours ago in World
3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire leaves at least 36 dead and 279 reported missing
Police in Hong Kong arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter, several local news media reported, in connection with a blaze that has killed at least 36 people and left another 279 missing in the city's deadliest fire in years.
1 day ago in National
National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks
The National Park Service said Tuesday it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites, while leaving them out of fee-free days that will be reserved for American residents.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony
President Donald Trump didn't bring much holiday cheer Tuesday when bestowing ceremonial pardons on two Thanksgiving turkeys, dispensing more insults than goodwill at the traditional White House ritual.
1 day ago in Entertainment
How Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal found the emotional power of ‘Hamnet’
In "Hamnet," Chloé Zhao's adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's prizewinning 2020 novel, Paul Mescal plays William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley his wife, Agnes. It's a fictional, speculative drama with basis in historical fact.
1 day ago in Sports
More flag-planting celebrations could be in store for college football’s rivalry week
Coaches, players, administrators and maybe even security will be on high alert in hopes of dissuading or even preventing flag plantings that wreaked havoc during rivalry week in 2024.
1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games — missing a little of its usual magic. Bad weather lashing western Greece forced organizers to move the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, from Olympia's ancient stadium and temples to a nearby museum.
Greenfield prepares Salvation Army warming center for the winter
The city of Greenfield is preparing for harsh winter weather conditions and will be reopening the overnight warming center at the Chapman Street Salvation Army whenever a wind chill advisory goes into effect for at least three hours.
Construction begins on Orange water tower
Work on the new water tower on Governor Dukakis Drive in Orange has officially begun.
Avery Brook Road closed in emergency announcement
Avery Brook Road in Heath is closed to all through-traffic, according to an emergency announcement from the Heath Highway Superintendent.
Two perished in house fire, son arrested on murder charges
The two individuals who were found deceased in their North Adams residence during a fire on Monday, have been identified as Venture and Donald Hazard.
Athol man in alleged stabbing incident expected back in court today
Athol man, Jack Newbrough, was arraigned Friday on charges stemming from an alleged assault on a related female victim with a kitchen knife.
Patriots kicker comes to Turners Falls for turkey distribution event: “Let’s do this”
New England Patriots rookie placekicker Andres "Andy" Borregales was recently presented with a unique situation where he could utilize his built-in desire to help others. Borregales, who was born in Venezuela and came with his family to south Florida as a one-year-old, was told of the food insecurity issues in one of farther reaches of Patriots Nation: Franklin County. An opportunity was put forth to hold a turkey distribution event in Turners Falls, and Borregales' response came quickly: "Let's do this".
RMV warns public about outstanding bill scam
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles is alerting the public to a scam currently circulating which involves texts stating a person owes money for outstanding motor vehicle violations and that the individual should contact the RMV immediately.
Hatfield Tree Farm celebrates Governor’s “Green Friday” declaration
Governor Maura Healey has declared Friday, November 28th, 2025 as “Green Friday.”
Two found deceased in North Adams fire
A house fire claimed two lives in North Adams Monday Morning.
