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Business Insider identified the most famous author born in every state. To determine the list, we considered ubiquity, literal acclaim, and financial success. An author earned bonus points for setting their work in their home state. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email. First, we scoured coast to coast to find the most…

Prosecutor says slain teenager in the city of Marseille was allegedly hired by a 23-year-old prisoner to intimidate a member of a rival gang.A 15-year-old boy was “stabbed 50 times” and burned alive earlier this week in southern France, in an apparent case of drug-related violence that appeared to be linked to a second murder case, according to prosecutors in the city of Marseille. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Marseille prosecutor Nicolas Bessone said the teenager was murdered on Wednesday, describing the case as one of “unprecedented savagery”. Marseille, France’s second-largest city but also one of its poorest, has been…

Travis Kelce Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Travis Kelce is celebrating another year around the sun, with some help from his home team. Kelce, who turned 35 on Saturday, October 5, got a shout-out from the official Kansas City Chiefs instagram and X accounts for his birthday. The team shared a graphic with photos of the three-time Super Bowl champion and the words “Happy Birthday Travis.” The team referenced Kelce’s own Super Bowl speech in the caption, writing “No need to fight for your right to party today. HBD, @killatrav!” Kelce himself was making a reference with that quote, after the…

A life-size model of the new Marvel Universe movie “Deadpool & Wolverine” authorized by Disney is seen in Shanghai, China, on July 26, 2024.Cfoto | Future Publishing | Getty ImagesHollywood’s franchise frenzy is only just beginning.The 2024 box office has been inundated with sequels, prequels and remakes, with the top 10 titles of the year all coming from existing intellectual property. That trend will continue, and expand, in 2025.The industry’s top studios are returning to familiar characters and settings to drive movie ticket sales, a strategy that is hardly new, but seems to be growing exponentially.Looking at the current 2025…

Maldivian President Mohammed Muizzu has told the BBC that he is confident that India will come to the aid of the island nation as it faces an economic crisis.Muizzu, who begins a five-day visit to India on Sunday, is expected to seek a bailout worth hundreds of millions of dollars.The Maldives is staring at a debt default as its foreign exchange reserves have dropped to $440m (£334m), just enough for one-and-a-half months of imports.“India is fully cognizant of our fiscal situation, and as one of our biggest development partners, will always be ready to ease our burden, find better alternatives…

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders Jan. 22-24, 2025. Ricky Carruth, real estate coach and agent with 22 years of sales experience, says, “When you’re dependent upon a third party for leads, whether you’re paying for them or not, your business is susceptible to rule changes, market changes, and other factors that are out of your…

Business Insider asked gardeners and designers about this season’s backyard trends.Experts said outdoor kitchens, drought-resistant plants, and less-manicured gardens are in.All-white patios and artificial decor, however, are out of style. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email. Summer may have been all about picnics and barbecues, but even if it’s a little cooler,…

Beirut, Lebanon –  Israel waits until dusk to bomb Beirut. The shockwaves from explosions, the buzzing of drones, and the rumble of warplanes terrify the population – including Palestinian refugees. Most attacks have focused on Dahiyeh, a southern suburb of the capital, reducing the once-bustling area to rubble and killing many civilians. Nearby areas have seen thousands flee to displacement centres dotted around the city out of fear of Israeli attacks. Shatila, the Palestinian refugee camp where some 20,000 people normally live squeezed on a single square kilometre (0.3 sq miles), is no exception. The usually packed narrow streets are…

Grayson McCall Lance King/Getty Images North Carolina State University quarterback Grayson McCall suffered a harrowing head injury during the team’s Saturday, October 5, game against Wake Forest University. McCall, 23, was running with the ball when he was tackled by several opponents, who were subsequently able to pick up the pigskin and continue the play. McCall, meanwhile, was knocked to the ground and struggled to get up. In social media footage, it appears as if McCall’s helmet was knocked off before the tackle. The college athlete was lifted onto a stretcher, where additional footage showed McCall briefly moving his arm.…

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