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1776 All-Stars: Why George Mason Is Extremely Underrated

I'm not saying that just because I teach at the university named after him.

Reason

A mother wanted to keep her six children connected forever. The unique names she gave them became a symbol of their success

A Virginia mother gave her six children unique names inspired by US states. Nevada, Montana, Indiana, Arizona, Missouri, and Dakota were chosen to represent hope and togetherness. The mother wanted her children to believe in a future beyond their immediate surroundings. The siblings have grown up close, with each pursuing…

The Economic Times

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Soft Cheese May Have Circulated in the U.S. Food Supply for Three Years Undetected, and the Contaminated Batch's Sell-By Date Was Yesterday

A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy requesón/soft ricotta cheese has killed 1 and hospitalized 8 across Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Illness samples date to March 2023 — a potential 3-year undetected contamination. The contaminated batch had a sell-by date of June 14, 2026. Maryland has suspended the…

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The IIHS Tells Us Which Driver Aids Actually Work—And Which Don't

Motor1 visited the IIHS Vehicle Research Center in Virginia to learn why some driver-assistance systems may actually increase distraction.

Motor1

US campaigner warns Scotland to 'run like the plague' amid AI data centre boom

A PROMINENT campaigner in the US has warned Scotland about the country’s planned AI data centre boom ...

The National (Scotland)

Court extends block on ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

A federal judge in Virginia on Friday extended a block on the Trump administration proceeding with an $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, finding the administration’s claims of its demise insufficient. Ruling from the bench, Judge Leonie Brinkema of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia said the administration…

Roll Call

Four Democrats compete for party nomination to challenge Republican incumbent in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District

Four candidates — Nila Devanath, Bill Fleming, Elaine Luria, and Patrick Mosolf — are running in the Democratic primary for Virginia's 2nd Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Devanath and Luria lead in fundraising and media attention.

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Many Virginians’ criminal convictions about to be sealed under ‘Clean Slate’ law

A new Virginia law will seal the criminal records of many people convicted of low-level offenses

The Independent UK

Virginia Records Most Measles Cases Ever as Buckingham County Outbreak Continues

Virginia has reported a record 77 measles cases in 2026 with an active outbreak in Buckingham County. The VDH issued a clinical alert to healthcare providers on June 3.

Medical Daily

Listeria Outbreak Kills One, Hospitalizes Seven: Soft Ricotta and Requeson Cheese Recalled in New York, Virginia, Maryland

A Listeria outbreak linked to Clover Hill Dairy soft ricotta and requesón cheese has killed one person and hospitalized seven others across three states.

Medical Daily

New Poll Shows People Hate Data Centers: Billions in Tax Exemptions Are One Reason Why

Data centers in Virginia and other states are sparking backlash about how AI, cloud computing, and investment affect local communities.

Kiplinger

Jan. 6 rally organizer getting another $1.2 million from taxpayers to promote ‘Trump Accounts’

First in The Independent: A Virginia firm that organized Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021, ‘Stop the Steal’ rally is set to receive a further $1.2 million in taxpayer funds to help promote ‘Trump Accounts’

The Independent UK

Virginia man used a fetish website to lure a man to his house for a ‘violent fantasy encounter.’ Then he staged the entire scene

Banfield maintains that he is innocent.

We Got This Covered

5 ways data centers endanger their local communities and the country as a whole

Every internet search, streamed video and AI-generated response depends on a data center somewhere. Driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cryptocurrency, data centers have become the backbone of the modern digital economy. But though their key role is in enabling virtual and remote experiences, data centers…

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Medical Daily

Virginia Records Highest Measles Count on Record While Major World Cup Gateway Links to Mexico's Growing Outbreak

Virginia has recorded a record 77 measles cases in 2026 as Washington Dulles, a major World Cup travel gateway, connects travelers from countries facing active outbreaks, raising public health concerns ahead of the tournament.

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 213 — Live From ISDC With Gerry Griffin

On Episode 212 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by Apollo legend Gerry Griffin live from the International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in McLean, Virginia.

The Independent UK

Brewery brings back George Washington’s beer recipe to celebrate 250 years of America

America’s first president recorded the recipe while he was serving as a colonel in the Virginia militia

International Business Times

Virginia Man Sentenced To Life In Double-Murder Plot Involving Brazilian Au Pair

The sentencing concludes a closely watched Virginia murder case that centered on an affair, a fabricated online identity and the deaths of two unsuspecting victims.

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The Independent UK

Judge orders pretrial detention for ex-CIA official accused of stashing $40M in gold bars at home

A magistrate judge has ordered pretrial detention for a former senior CIA official accused of stealing over $40 million worth of gold bars from the federal government and storing them in the basement of his Virginia home

The Independent UK

Husband jailed for life after killing his wife and man he lured from fetish website

The couple’s 4-year-old daughter was home during the killings

We Got This Covered

Virginia woman sues Outback Steakhouse for $1.5m over mashed potato-related accident

Lawsuit says it happened on Mother's Day.

The Guardian - US

Eight alleged US thieves indicted for stealing $5m worth of cheese, beef and cigarettes

‘Retail theft ring’ stole goods from logistics sites in Pennsylvania, Virginia and New Jersey and sold them in New York, officials say

Ballotpedia

Virginia's new Democratic trifecta approved 49 election-related bills and resolutions during the 2026 legislative session, a 250% increase over previous three-year average with divided government

The Virginia General Assembly adjourned its 2026 regular session on April 22 after sending 51 election-related bills to Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) and adopting three resolutions. Spanberger signed 46 bills and vetoed five.

AAP

Fatal Virginia crash raises questions about bus safety and the records of the driver and company

A commercial bus crash in Virginia that killed five people and injured dozens of others has raised questions about the driver, the company that employed him and the overall safety of the industry

AAP

Fatal Virginia bus crash raises concerns about the long list of unfulfilled safety recommendations

Commercial buses still lack the kind of collision-avoidance technology and emergency braking systems that have become standard on many new cars despite the fact that the National Transportation Safety Board has been recommending it for years

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