A Mississippi city’s tax break spurred post-Katrina building. But will homes stand the next storm?

GULFPORT, Miss. — Rocking on his front porch overlooking the Mississippi Sound, former Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes questions how anyone wouldn’t want to live there. “People are always going to gravitate to the water,” he said. “And we have a beautiful waterfront.” But it was far from certain that people would return after 2005’s Hurricane … Read more

Shamita Shetty breaks her silence on breakup with Raqesh Bapat: ‘It is a chapter that is erased in my life…’ |

Shamita Shetty has addressed her breakup with Raqesh Bapat, stating that she has moved on and is now prioritizing her independence and peace. She described her relationship with Bapat as a closed chapter, emphasizing the importance of self-growth. Shetty also expressed her unwillingness to compromise her happiness for a relationship that doesn’t respect her soul. … Read more

Top Florida official says ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ will likely be empty within days, email shows

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A top Florida official says the controversial state-run immigration detention facility in the Everglades will likely be empty in a matter of days, even as Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration and the federal government fight a judge’s order to shutter the facility dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” by late October. That’s according to an … Read more

The Latest: Shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school injures at least 5 children, hospital says

MINNEAPOLIS — At least five children were injured in a shooting Wednesday morning during the first week of classes at a Minneapolis Catholic school, authorities and a hospital said. Gov. Tim Walz called the shooting “horrific.” The Minneapolis city government said the shooter had been “contained” after the gunfire at Annunciation Catholic School, and there … Read more

Ashish Vidyarthi reveals how he celebrated his National Award win amid financial struggles: ‘Even the teetotallers wanted to drink that day…’ |

Ashish Vidyarthi, despite winning a National Award for ‘Drohkaal,’ faced financial difficulties, struggling to even afford a celebratory dinner. He accepted numerous roles, including in B-grade films, to support his parents. The actor’s anxieties peaked during the celebration, worrying about covering the bill, highlighting the challenges he navigated despite his success. Even after achieving one … Read more

Fantasy football buzz – Thielen’s Vikings move opens up opportunities in Carolina

Aug 27, 2025, 12:00 PM ET Everything that happens in the NFL has some additional context when viewed from a fantasy football perspective. From position battles to injuries and so much more, the news cycle will constantly affect player values in fantasy football. Our fantasy football buzz file, with contributions from our ESPN fantasy writers … Read more