Dustin Barnes
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Jackson, MS, United States
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'Sightings all over the world.' Another former federal official discusses UFOs, upcoming congressional report
The director of National Intelligence and secretary of defense were tasked with creating the upcoming report for Congress, expected by June 1. → Read More
12 shocking images that show how bad the COVID-19 crisis is in India
COVID-19 cases are growing exponentially in India. As this new wave sweeps the nation, hospitals are running out of room and supplies. → Read More
Was Ted Cruz really sleeping during Joe Biden's speech? Twitter has some thoughts
Twitter users quickly pointed out the sleepy-eyed Sen. Ted Cruz as video surfaced of him with his eyes closed during Biden's address. → Read More
Frenzy of marine worms swarm coastal waters in South Carolina, an annual event that means spring is here
Millions of clam worms were spotted in a harbor earlier this month, but don't worry. Even though they can bite, they're not here to eat people. → Read More
Dog that put family through 'demonic Chihuahua hellscape' adopted after viral Facebook post
Prancer, a "haunted Victorian child in the body of a small dog that hates men and children," is living it up in Connecticut with his new mom. → Read More
One of the smallest black holes — and the closest to Earth so far — discovered. Scientists call it 'the Unicorn.'
The black hole was given the nickname because it's so rare but also because it was discovered in the constellation Monoceros, which means unicorn. → Read More
'Demonic Chihuahua hellscape': Meet Prancer, the puppy everyone wants after a brutally honest Facebook post
"Prancer only likes women. Nothing else. He hates men more than women do, which says a lot," part of the brutally honest Facebook post read. → Read More
Velveeta skin care? Bud Light pizza seltzers? Educational toilet paper? Companies embrace April Fools' Day pranks
Velveeta skin care products? LEGO SmarkBricks? Toilet paper that teaches you a new language? Here are some 2021 April Fools' pranks companies shared. → Read More
US and Canada setting up for showdown with 'murder hornets' as 2021 nesting season starts
The agencies are collaborating on their plans to track, trap and eradicate any Asian giant hornets they find in 2021. → Read More
Severe storms, tornadoes are moving through the South. People are sharing stunning images, videos.
One man shared a video he took on the road that showed a tornado behind him near Waynesboro, Mississippi. → Read More
Columbia University offering graduation ceremonies based on race, ethnicity, income status
Native, Asian, Latinx and Black graduations are among the options where students can register for these multicultural events. → Read More
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We all need good news. Now you can get happy, inspiring stories in your inbox every Friday. Sign up for our Happy Hour newsletter today. → Read More
How many of these Nashville Valentines speak to your heart?
Anyone who's lived in Music City is bound to love these special Valentines cards. → Read More
If Amtrak came back to Nashville, which train route would get you on board?
Currently, the only Amtrak stops in Tennessee are in Memphis and Newbern-Dyersburg. → Read More
You can keep your #PizzaRat, NYC! Nashville has its own #PizzaSquirrel
Because let's face it — #PizzaSquirrel is a lot like #PizzaRat, but with a cuter outfit. → Read More
Listen to this cat. Do you hear a meow or 'Well Hi' in a Southern accent?
Anyone who's been in the South for more than 2 minutes likely has heard this expression — just not from a cat. → Read More
August 16: The date music's King and Queen died
Two of the biggest icons in music (as well as a Sultan) passed away on the same calendar date of Aug. 16. → Read More
August 16: The date music's King and Queen died
Two of the biggest icons in music (as well as a Sultan) passed away on the same calendar date of Aug. 16. → Read More
Instagram down: 'Couldn't refresh feed' error message popping up across the country
For the second time in as many days, it appears Instagram is down again. → Read More
Going to see Ariana Grande at Bridgestone tonight? Then these bags are not allowed
Only certain types of bags are allowed in Nashville's Bridgestone Arena for the Sweetener Tour. → Read More