Two Brothers Granted Clemency After Illegal Sentences
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves grants clemency to Maurice Taylor, weeks after his brother Marcus, after both served sentences far exceeding the legal maximum. Read the full story.
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Student recalls John Carey's 'sharp' Oxford tutorials in 1958
A former student remembers literary critic John Carey's formidable teaching at Oxford in 1958-59 and reflects on his complex relationship with the university's class consciousness. Read the full tribute.
Napiers Forced Out of Home Town Spin-Off by Canadian Law
HGTV stars Ben and Erin Napier reveal they cannot host the new Canadian season of 'Home Town Takeover' due to strict local regulations. Discover the details and fan reactions here.
Mississippi's Giant Lazy Susans Unite Strangers at Table
A unique Mississippi restaurant uses giant revolving tables to bring strangers together for family-style Southern meals, creating unexpected friendships and community. Discover how this dining tradition fosters human connection.
Historic Black Hawk Bridge set for explosive demolition
A 94-year-old bridge linking Iowa and Wisconsin will be imploded this Friday, making way for a modern £110 million replacement. Watch the live stream of this historic event.
Century-old Black Hawk Bridge demolished by implosion
Watch as the 94-year-old Black Hawk Bridge is imploded over the Mississippi River. The iconic structure, making way for a $140m modern crossing, held deep sentimental value for thousands. Read the full story.
US Town Sues Drax Over Toxic Emissions from Pellet Plant
Residents of Gloster, Mississippi, are taking legal action against British energy giant Drax, alleging its wood pellet plant is causing severe health issues. The facility exports biomass to the UK, classified as renewable energy. Read the full investigati
James Woods in tears over Rob Reiner's murder
Actor James Woods fought back tears on Fox News, describing how director Rob Reiner saved his career. The emotional tribute comes after Reiner and his wife were found murdered in their LA home. Read the full story.
Botched gas chamber execution changed US law
The harrowing execution of serial killer Jimmy Lee Gray in a Mississippi gas chamber, where he died banging his head against a steel pole, led to the abolition of the method. Read the full story.
Man pleads guilty to killing LGBTQ+ graduate in Mississippi
Sheldon Herrington Jr. pleads guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Jimmie 'Jay' Lee, a prominent LGBTQ+ figure. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
'Rage-bait' named Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
Oxford Student Admitted Celebrating Charlie Kirk Shooting
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
Oxford Union President Apologises for Charlie Kirk Remarks
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
Egg Bowl Chaos: Brawl and Jersey Theft Shock College Football
The Egg Bowl descended into chaos as a massive brawl erupted between Ole Miss and Mississippi State, hours after a bizarre security breach involving a stolen quarterback jersey. Discover how the drama unfolded.
Shonda Rhimes funds Emmett Till memorial barn
Television producer Shonda Rhimes donates $1.5 million to preserve the Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was lynched, creating a 'sacred' memorial site set to open by 2030.
Emmett Till's Barn to Open as Memorial Site by 2030
The Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was tortured and killed will open as a sacred memorial by 2030, purchased with a $1.5m donation from Shonda Rhimes. Explore this pivotal Civil Rights history.
Mississippi Declares Agricultural Emergency Over Farm Losses
Governor Tate Reeves announces emergency measures as Mississippi faces unprecedented agricultural devastation, with farmers reporting near-total crop losses following extreme weather conditions.
Second escaped monkey shot dead in Mississippi
Chaos ensues in Mississippi as authorities hunt down and euthanise second escaped monkey, raising serious questions about animal transport safety protocols.
Escaped monkey shot dead after dramatic Mississippi chase
A rhesus monkey that escaped from a wildlife sanctuary met a tragic end after being shot by authorities in Mississippi, sparking animal welfare concerns and questions about exotic animal management.
Deadly Tornado Outbreak Ravages Mississippi and Louisiana
Severe tornadoes have torn through Southern US states, causing multiple fatalities and widespread damage to homes and infrastructure across several communities.
Photo Oxford Festival Review: Captivating Visual Journey
Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
Mother shoots escaped monkey protecting her kids
A Mississippi mother became an unlikely hero when she shot and killed an escaped rhesus macaque monkey that threatened her children in their own backyard. The dramatic incident has raised serious questions about exotic animal ownership and public safety.
Woman shoots escaped monkey in Mississippi
A Mississippi woman took matters into her own hands when she encountered an escaped monkey on a highway, shooting the animal in what authorities are calling a highly unusual case.
Escaped monkey shot dead in Mississippi zoo breakout
A monkey that escaped from a Mississippi zoo has been fatally shot by authorities, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about animal containment protocols.
Mississippi murder suspect captured after escape
A dramatic multi-state manhunt ends as murder suspect Steven Lorenzo Heidelberg is apprehended in Louisiana after escaping Mississippi custody during hospital visit.
Teen charged with grandmother's murder in Mississippi
A 17-year-old from Mississippi faces capital murder charges after allegedly confessing to killing his grandmother following an argument about church attendance in a shocking family tragedy.
Research monkeys escape in Mississippi containment drama
Dramatic escape of research monkeys in Mississippi sparks major containment operation and raises questions about animal transport safety protocols.
Mississippi firm accused of trafficking Mauritian workers
A US federal lawsuit alleges a Mississippi-based company engaged in human trafficking by bringing workers from Mauritius under false pretences and subjecting them to exploitative conditions in New Orleans hotels.
Chihuahua Missing During 700-Mile Mississippi-Florida Move
A family's cross-country move turns to despair as their cherished Chihuahua, Bella, disappears during a rest stop, sparking a desperate multi-state search and emotional appeals for her safe return.
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