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14 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running
Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.
21 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100
The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
March Madness tournaments will expand to 76 teams each starting next season
The NCAA announced Thursday that it will expand its two March Madness tournaments by eight teams each next season, a long-expected move that will drop more games into the first week of the highly popular and lucrative showcase without substantially changing its overall form.
Nation/World
14 hours ago in World
Spain readies for evacuations as a hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for the Canary Islands
Spanish authorities on Friday were preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands, where health officials have said they will perform careful evacuations.
21 hours ago in World
Man charged with harassing former Prince Andrew near his home
A man has been charged with harassing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after reports the former Prince Andrew was threatened by a masked man while walking dogs near his home.
2 days ago in National
US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns
The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.
2 days ago in World
Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with US
Iran has created a government agency to vet and tax vessels seeking passage through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, a shipping data company reported Thursday, as Tehran said it was reviewing the latest U.S. proposals for ending the war.
2 days ago in National
A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released
A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history
The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.
Entertainment
20 hours ago in Entertainment
Blake Lively’s lawyers fuel feud with claim of victory after ‘It Ends With Us’ settlement
The bitter public feud between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni may outlive their court fight after all. Three days after announcing a settlement of the lawsuit brought by Lively over the 2024 film "It Ends With Us," her lawyers put out a statement Thursday calling the deal a "resounding victory."
21 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100
The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Afrobeats star Burna Boy called ‘Dai Dai’
The Colombian singer shared a minute-long teaser clip on Thursday of a new song, writing on social media, "From Maracaná Stadium, here is "Dai Dai," the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026." She also included a mention of Afrobeats star Burna Boy.
Concerts/Events
News from Jonesboro Right Now
13 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
$2M Cash-Only Bond Given to Suspect in Fatal Shooting in Jonesboro
A West Memphis man arrested in connection with a Jonesboro shooting made his first court appearance Friday, where he was given a $2 million cash-only bond.
14 hours ago in Business, Food, News
McAlister’s Deli to Return to Jonesboro
Real estate sale pending that would lead to new McAlister's built at 2024 Fair Park Blvd
Arkansas State Soccer Announces Fall 2026 Schedule
Arkansas State Women’s Soccer announces its 2026 fall season schedule, headlined with nine home games and non-conference games hosting Central Arkansas and Little Rock.
16 hours ago in Community, Government & Politics, Health & Wellness, News
Arisa Health to Not Renew Contract for Community Mental Health Centers; 41 Counties, Including Craighead Affected
Arisa Health, which is the designated community mental health center (CMHC) in 41 counties in Arkansas, including all of Northeast Arkansas, will not submit a bid to the State of Arkansas for a new CMHC contract.
19 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
UPDATE | Lane of Traffic Partially Blocked Due to Accident
A lane of traffic is partially blocked due to a pedestrian accident with injury, according to Jonesboro E911 Dispatch.
20 hours ago in Community, News, Summer Fun Guide
NEA PRIDEfest 2026 Set for Downtown Jonesboro in June
NEA Progress and OutNEA announced that NEA PRIDEfest 2026 is set for mid-June.
21 hours ago in Education, News
College of Liberal Arts and Communication Announces Top Graduates for 2025-26
The most outstanding graduating students in the College of Liberal Arts and Communication were recognized during Arkansas State University’s Convocation of Scholars.
A-State Students Compete in National Student Advertising Competition
The competition included participation from assistant professor Leslie Parker’s spring graphic design class of 22 students.
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