Katie Ledecky remains unbeatable in the 1,500 freestyle taking the title again at the worlds
Katie Ledecky won the 1,500-meter freestyle again Tuesday in the swimming world championships in Singapore, finishing in 15 minutes, 26.44 seconds.
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As Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour draws to a close, Blue Ivy emerges as a star
“Who they came to see?” Beyoncé asks as she performs her 2023 single “My House” during the Cowboy Carter tour. For many, the answer has been Blue Ivy.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ scores Marvel’s first $100 million box office opening of 2025
Marvel’s first family has finally found box office gold. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” the first film about the superheroes made under the guidance of Kevin Feige and the Walt Disney Co., earned $118 million in its first weekend in 4,125 North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Over 60,000 Palestinians killed in the 21-month Israel-Hamas war, Gaza’s Health Ministry says
Over 60,000 Palestinians have been killed in the 21-month Israel-Hamas war, Gaza’s Health Ministry said Tuesday. At least 77 were killed over the past 24 hours, most while seeking food.
Gunman who killed 4 at Manhattan office building was targeting NFL headquarters, mayor says
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday that a gunman who killed four people at a Manhattan office building was trying to target the headquarters of the National Football League but took the wrong elevator.
Extreme heat warning issued for Ocala as heat index could reach 115 degrees
Near record temperatures and dangerous humidity levels prompt weather alerts across North Central Florida.
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday returns August 1: Save on supplies, clothing, and tech
Families can enjoy a full month of tax-free shopping on school essentials, with savings on laptops, backpacks, and more through August 31.
Belleview hosts first Community Resource and Conservation Fair on World Nature Conservation Day
More than 30 organizations gathered to share wellness, education, and sustainability resources with residents at the Belleview Community Center.
HCA Florida to open new freestanding ER along SR 200 to serve west Marion growth
The $15M, 11,000-square-foot facility will offer full-service emergency care, expanding access for On Top of the World and nearby communities.
Online sting to protect children: 15 arrested in Ocala operation
Police say suspects believed they were meeting minors after engaging in explicit online conversations with undercover officers.