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Iran names Khamenei’s son to succeed him, signaling no letup in war as oil prices surge

Iran named the hard-line Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his late father as supreme leader on Monday, signaling no letup in the war launched by the United States and Israel. Oil prices surged as Iran attacked regional energy infrastructure and the U.S. and Israel bombed targets across Iran.

5 days ago in Sports, Trending

Ohtani has grand slam, 5 RBIs as Japan routs Taiwan 13-0 in its WBC opener

Shohei Ohtani doubled on the first pitch of the game, then hit a go-ahead grand slam and an RBI single in a 10-run second inning to lead defending champion Japan over Taiwan 13-0 Friday night in its World Baseball Classic opener.

6 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Britney Spears arrested and released, California sheriff’s records show, though charge is not clear

Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early Thursday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's office, which didn't say what charge she faces.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

An Oscar race that looked like a runaway may be a close call, after all

Who says to beware the Ides of March? A March 15 Academy Awards may feel late. By then, it will be almost a year since "Sinners" sunk its teeth into moviegoers last April. Some nominees have been on the campaign trail since the Cannes Film Festival in May.

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5 hours ago in Lifestyle

Do you really need a water filter? Here’s what experts say

U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Challenging your brain helps keep it healthy. Here’s how to do it

One recent study linked a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline to lifelong learning, meaning intellectually stimulating experiences — reading and writing, learning another language, playing chess, solving puzzles, going to museums — from childhood into retirement.

5 days ago in Back to School Guide, Education, Home & Garden Guide, Lifestyle, Local Spotlight, News, Summer Fun Guide

Jonesboro EAST students partner with NEACTC to build emergency playground medical boxes

Jonesboro EAST students partner with NEACTC to build emergency playground medical boxes

A group of Jonesboro students is working together to make sure medical attention can be quickly provided during recess.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

What to say if you’re in recovery and your workplace encourages social drinking

Picture this: It's lunchtime in the 1960s, and you're out with co-workers enjoying not one, not two, but three cocktails with your meal. While the three-martini lunch seems improbable today, workplaces still can be boozy places. After-work happy hours, corporate parties and client meetings at fancy bars are still expected in many areas of American corporate culture.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Apple’s ‘big week’ launches a pair of $599 devices aimed at budget buyers

Apple CEO Tim Cook promised a "big week" of product announcements has seen the introduction of a new budget-friendly iPhone trim, an entry-level MacBook tier, updated iPad Air models, refreshed monitors and higher-end chipsets. All of which was on display at hands-on media events held Wednesday in New York, London and Shanghai.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

The weight loss boom is reshaping American aesthetics

An estimated 63% of weight loss drug patients now seeking facial treatments have never set foot in a cosmetic clinic before. Thirty-one million Americans are now taking GLP-1 weight loss medications, according to KFF polling data from November 2025.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Starter home hotspots: These metros are best for first-time buyers

moveBuddha highlights top starter home cities for first-time buyers, with Oklahoma City leading in affordability, availability, and livability.

1 week ago in Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Native Advertising, News, Senior Living, Wellness

Harvest Hearing in Jonesboro on the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline

Researchers have found a strong connection between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline.

Entertainment

1 day ago in Entertainment

‘Dancing with the Stars’ pro Mark Ballas leaps back to Broadway in ‘Chicago’

Mark Ballas is returning to Broadway in "Chicago" and the "Dancing with the Stars" pro will be reuniting with an old friend. Ballas, playing slippery lawyer Billy Flynn starting April 6, will share the stage with his Roxie, Whitney Leavitt, the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star who was his dancing partner on "Dancing with the Stars" last year.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Multiple gunshots fired near Rihanna’s LA home and a woman is taken into custody

Los Angeles police took a woman into custody after she fired gunshots outside Rihanna 's gated home, according to authorities and news reports on Monday.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ bounds to No. 1 as Warner Bros.’ ‘The Bride!’ is on life support

Disney and Pixar's environmental adventure "Hoppers" topped the North American box office this weekend with $46 million in domestic ticket sales in its opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Sports

4 hours ago in Sports

Bam! Heat’s Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history

Bam Adebayo had a night for all time on Tuesday, with a point total second to only Wilt Chamberlain in the NBA record books. Adebayo scored 83 points, setting league marks for free throws made and attempted in a game for the Miami Heat in a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards.

5 hours ago in Sports

Italy stuns the US 8-6 in World Baseball Classic, leaving the Americans needing help to advance

Kyle Teel, Sam Antonacci and Jac Caglianone homered as Italy built a big lead and held on to stun the United States 8-6 Tuesday night in the World Baseball Classic.

5 hours ago in Sports

MLB report settles World Series Game 7 plate drama: IKF was out by feet, not inches

It was the most debated play of the year in Major League Baseball, perhaps the most dissected and discussed sequence in World Series history. Should Isiah Kiner-Falefa have taken a bigger lead? Why did the third base coach draw a line in the dirt right there? What if IKF sprinted to the plate instead of sliding?

18 hours ago in News, Sports

A-State surge in ninth leads to win over Little Rock

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A-State erupted with nine runs in the top of the ninth inning to secure the win Tuesday afternoon

1 day ago in Sports

Inside the numbers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ties Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record

Wilt Chamberlain has some NBA records that might never get touched, like the 100-point game, 4,000 points in a season and a 50-point-per-game scoring average. And that means that when he does get caught — in any category — it's a big deal.

2 days ago in Sports

Tatis’ grand slam, 6 RBIs leads Dominican Republic over Israel 10-and into WBC quarterfinals

Fernando Tatis hit a grand slam and drove in six runs, and the Dominican Republic clinched a spot in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals with a 10-1 win over Israel on Monday in Miami.

2 days ago in Sports

Kenneth Walker joins Mahomes in KC and Malik Willis starts QB reset in Miami, AP sources say

Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III is the new running back for Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City, Miami settled on Malik Willis for a reset at quarterback and receiver Mike Evans is leaving Tampa Bay after 12 years.

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2 minutes ago in Election Guide, Government & Politics, News

Voting information for Craighead County in Arkansas Secretary of State Republican runoff

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Early voting for the Arkansas Secretary of State runoff is set to begin soon.

2 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Food, News

Arkansas Roots Music Festival happening in April in Dyess

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The 11th Arkansas Roots Music Festival is set for April and will honor the musical roots of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.

3 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Education, News

Education events planned in March at the Jonesboro library

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The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several education events planned in March.

5 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Back to School Guide, Business, Giving Guide, Health & Wellness, News

Jonesboro gaming lounge to host fundraiser for Zachary’s Sensory Gym

Coin Goblin Gamer's Lounge

Finding an environment where special needs children can play without feeling overwhelmed can sometimes be a challenge.

18 hours ago in News, Sports

A-State surge in ninth leads to win over Little Rock

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A-State erupted with nine runs in the top of the ninth inning to secure the win Tuesday afternoon

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