Residents of a quiet residential neighborhood are going spare at the number of driverless Waymo cars invading their area. Locals on Battleview Drive in Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia, say their cul-de-sacs are being clogged by dozens of cars every day after appearing two months ago. WSB-TV 2 spoke to incensed residents who are now pleading with the autonomous driving tech firm to stop. “It’s almost every little cul-de-sac around our area, so I think it’s a real problem,” one resident told the station. “Yesterday morning, we had 50 cars that came through between six and seven.” They erected a makeshift bollard to stop them from entering the cul-de-sac, which only created a terrible traffic jam. “We had... eight Waymos that were stuck, trying to figure out how to turn around,” the resident said. Locals said the increase in traffic was making them worried about the kids and pets in the area, especially since children are trying to catch the school bus in the mornings. One told Atlanta News First that they had seen a cat and a dog have near-misses in two separate incidents. “We would just like to see them stay on main traffic roads,” one said.
Two people have died after a small aircraft they were on board crashed into a home in Ohio, erupting into a wall of flame, the local fire department has said. Authorities in the city of Akron reported that the impact took place just shy of 4 p.m. Two people were found dead inside the 1963 Piper Cherokee, which had taken off from Akron Fulton Airport just after 2 p.m. They are yet to be identified. No one inside the house at the time was hurt, though its occupants and neighbors were evacuated as a safety measure. Footage shared on social media and broadcast by ABC News shows dense black smoke billowing over a suburban street, with orange flames flickering toward the base of the column. The crash is under investigation.
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As spring ushers in a season of resets, consumers are rethinking their drinking habits—seeking ways to scale back on alcohol without sacrificing the social ritual. Functional beverages are a great zero-proof alternative to spirits, offering a gentle mood boost sans the side effects. Kava Haven is a non-alcoholic spirit with a flavor profile that hits like a lemon drop shot with a ginger kick.
It’s crafted with noble kava (a South Pacific plant root used to promote relaxation), white grape juice concentrate, and a blend of vanilla, ginger, lemon, and cardamom extracts—all with no added sugar. Drink it straight to savor the strong, smooth flavor, on the rocks for a refreshing twist, or swap it in for traditional spirits in your favorite cocktails.
Plus, if you need some mocktail inspiration, Kava Haven has recipes on its site. And since it’s non-alcoholic, you can skip the electrolytes, painkillers, and the hours of couch recovery the next morning.
An independent 22-day observational study found that people who drank Kava Haven reported lower stress and reduced overall alcohol consumption. Anecdotally, users have reported a noticeable sense of calm that eased social interactions. While the research was observational rather than clinical, the consistency of responses echoed what many customers report anecdotally: Kava Haven can promote a sense of calm while serving as a satisfying alternative to alcohol.
The award-winning director behind Wendy’s iconic “Where’s the beef?” advert has died at the age of 92. Joe Sedelmaier died at his home in Chicago last Friday, his son J.J. confirmed, according to The New York Times. He was featured in Esquireand 60 Minutes, pieces that delved into his talent for touching the fears of everyday life in just seconds. Among his most famous works was the FedEx advert featuring speed talker John Moschitta Jr., with the tag line, “Federal Express: When it absolutely has to be there overnight.” In an email to the Times following Sedelmaier’s death, former Advertising Age critic Bob Garfield praised how he “overstated by understatement. Human movement was reduced to near paralysis. Voices were monotone. The camera was locked at dead center. Nobody even blinked. Maximal minimal minimalism. And the effect was absurdity.” Speaking about his craft to the Chicago Tribune in 1993, Sedelmaier said, “I don’t feel there’s that much to be serious about in a commercial… You’re serious about selling the guy’s product, but comedy has a way of putting things in perspective.” He added, “What I find funny is when people play things straight. I don’t like comedy that winks at you.”
Alex Murdaugh sits in court with his legal team, including attorney Margaret Fox, during a judicial hearing before Judge Clifton Newman in the Colleton County Courthouse on Aug. 29, 2022. (Tracy Glantz/The State/Tribune News Service via Getty Images) The State/TNS
Alex Murdaugh, 57, was reportedly left in total disbelief after a South Carolina judge overturned his double murder conviction on Wednesday. Speaking to The Sun, defense attorney Jim Griffin said the disgraced former lawyer struggled to process the bombshell ruling reversing his 2023 conviction for murdering his wife, Maggie Murdaugh, 52, and their 22-year-old son, Paul Murdaugh. “He was incredulous because every ruling has gone against him since he got in the spotlight,” Griffin said. According to Griffin, Murdaugh carefully read the judge’s order before admitting, “Jim, I read it, I see it, I still don’t believe it. That’s just sinking in.” In a 5-0 ruling, the court determined former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill, 58, improperly influenced jurors while promoting her tell-all book Behind the Doors of Justice: The Murdaugh Murders, with the judge concluding she had effectively put her “fingers on the scales of justice.” Despite the major legal victory, the former personal injury attorney still faces 67 years in prison, tied to the financial crimes he pleaded guilty to. Defense attorney Dick Harpootlian said the team is already eager to begin preparing for a retrial that he predicts could take place as early as spring 2027.
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Unless you’ve got the memory of an elephant, taking notes is a must. Remarkable has built a name for itself with innovative tablets that cut out distracting apps and focus on productivity. In fact, a study by Remarkable found that users experience 35 percent less stress and 20 percent more focus when using a paper tablet compared with working on a PC. Today, the brand is unveiling a new offering—the Remarkable Paper Pure.
The new 10.3-inch model is a marked improvement in every way. The battery is longer lasting (up to three weeks on a single charge), it features a crisper black-and-white canvas display, and it is 50 percent faster than the Remarkable 2. Like its predecessor, writing on the Remarkable Pure Paper is, well, remarkable. It feels just like writing on paper with the digital ink appearing in as little as 21 milliseconds—faster than the blink of an eye.
The custom-made marker can be used as a ballpoint pen, pencil, or even highlighter. Plus, since the tablet is held together with screws and snaps, not glue, repairs aren’t a headache for professionals.
Need a weekly planner? There’s a template for that. Want a notebook with ruled lines? There’s a template for that, too. You can even connect with productivity apps like Outlook, Slack, Google Drive, and OneDrive to pick up writing on your laptop. Whether you’re using it for work, school, or just as a journal, the Paper Pure is an all-in-one note-taking device.
Canadian hockey player Paul Boutilier of the New York Islanders skates with the puck, March 1984. (Photo by Bruce Bennett Studios via Getty Images Studios/Getty Images) B Bennett/Getty Images
Former New York Islanders hockey player Paul Boutilier has died at 63, according to the NHL Alumni Association. Boutilier, a defenseman, played five seasons with the Islanders during the 1980s while splitting time with the Canadian Hockey League’s Indianapolis Checkers. Boutilier played in two playoff games for the Islanders during their 1983 Stanley Cup run, helping the franchise secure its fourth consecutive title and earning an engraving of his name on the Stanley Cup. He started his hockey career in the QMJHL with the Sherbrooke Castors in 1980 before being picked up by the Islanders in the first round of the NHL draft the following year. Following his 213 regular-season games with the Islanders, Boutilier played for the Boston Bruins, Minnesota North Stars, the New York Rangers, and the Winnipeg Jets. After his career as a player, Boutilier became an assistant coach for Saint Mary’s University in Canada. “We send our deepest condolences to Paul’s family, friends, and former teammates during this incredibly difficult time,” the NHL Alumni Association said in a statement shared to Facebook. Boutilier’s cause of death was not revealed.
A vacation in paradise ended in tragedy for five Italian tourists in the Maldives. A group of tourists died while exploring underwater caves 160 feet below the surface in the Vaavu Atoll, according to local media. Last Thursday morning, the tourists set off for their diving expedition. When they didn’t resurface around midday, authorities began to receive reports of divers’ disappearances. Their bodies were later recovered in a search and rescue operation. Initial reports indicated that the tourists disappeared near Alimatha, one of the most popular diving spots in the atoll. Two of the victims have been identified as Monica Montefalcone, a 51-year-old marine biologist, and Giorgia Sommacal, her 20-year-old daughter. The three other victims were identified by name as Muriel Oddenino, Gianluca Benedetti, and Federico Gualtieri of Borgomanero. The Italian foreign ministry has confirmed the deaths. “Following an accident during a scuba dive, five Italians died in the Vaavu atoll, in the Maldives,” it said in a statement.
A 30-year-old rugby player died after sustaining an “unsurvivable” injury during his team’s opening game last week, league officials in New Zealand have announced. Eugene Hanna was playing for the Glenora Bears’ Premier Reserves on May 2 when he sustained the injury before being taken to a hospital in Auckland, where he remained for 10 days before dying. The specific nature of the injury has not been released publicly, but the New Zealand Rugby League’s statement on his death mentioned its head injury protocols. His former club, the Australian rules football team Waitakere Magpies, said in a statement that Hanna’s death would leave a “big hole in our hearts” but that his legacy would live on there, especially a game-winning goal he scored in 2016. Another club, Lynn-Avon United AFC, wrote in a statement that Hanna “will be remembered as a genuine all-round good bloke.” His own club’s chairwoman, Janet Hunt, wrote in a statement that “there are not enough words to express the unimaginable loss and grief” that his loved ones are feeling.
Downton’s Lady Mary looking oh so modern, and not saddled with a dreary, totally unnecessary male suitor. Hooray.
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Michelle Dockery, best known for her role as Lady Mary Crawley in Downton Abbey, has welcomed her first child with husband Jasper Waller-Bridge. The 44-year-old kept the happy news under wraps for four months, her friend told the Daily Mail. “She and Jasper are thrilled, and they are loving being parents. She gave birth around four months ago, and life is really good for her after the horrid heartache she has been through,” the source said. Michelle Dockery revealed her pregnancy in September of last year during the premiere of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale in London. She and her director husband began dating in 2019 and married in the fall of 2023 in a private, star-studded affair in London. The wedding was attended by Jasper’s sister, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and several of Dockery’s Downton Abbey co-stars, including Laura Carmichael, who served as a bridesmaid. Dockery and Waller-Bridge first connected four years after the death of Dockery’s fiancé, John Dineen, who died in 2015 after battling a rare form of cancer.
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One of the rarest luxuries isn’t a destination or extravagant dinner—it’s an evening entirely your own. Make those solo (or partnered) nights at home a little more indulgent with Lelo’s luxury intimacy devices. The brand’s annual Masturbation Month sale is back, offering up to 50 percent off its most popular products designed to elevate self-care and pleasure. Plus, shoppers can save an extra 10 percent off with code YESYOUMAY10 at checkout.
Among the brand’s bestselling devices is the Sila Cruise, which features a wide mouthpiece and sonic wave technology designed for deeply satisfying external stimulation. With eight intensity levels ranging from soft and teasing to more powerful pulses, it offers a customizable experience that’s equal parts luxe and intuitive.
Meanwhile, the Soraya 2 is engineered to deliver dual stimulation with customizable settings and an ergonomic design that adapts comfortably to your body. With twelve intensity levels and flexible features for a more personalized fit, it’s easy to see why it’s become one of the brand’s bestsellers.
Unlike most male masturbators, the F1S V3 doesn’t try to simulate familiar sensations. Its sonic waves stimulate the entire phallus from every angle, with no thrusting required. Paired with the Lelo app, the toy uses real-time feedback to adjust the experience.
Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a partner, Lelo’s limited-time sale is the perfect excuse to upgrade your nighttime routine with a little extra luxury. After all, self-care comes in many forms—and right now, this one just happens to be up to 50 percent off.
Clarence Carter performs on TV show, UK, circa 1972. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) Michael Putland/Getty Images
Iconic soul singer Clarence Carter died on Thursday at age 90. The “Patches” singer was recently diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer and was simultaneously battling pneumonia and sepsis, according to his spokesperson. Rodney Hall, president of FAME Studios, was the first to confirm the news of his death in a statement to Rolling Stone after speaking to Carter’s ex-wife, fellow soul singer Candi Staton. Carter, born blind, began his music career in the 1960s as part of the duo Clarence and Calvin after graduating from Alabama State College. After a brief stint in the group, he went on to have a successful solo career with the 1968 hit “Slip Away” and later in the ’70s, one of his biggest hits in the world of soul, “Patches.” The song hit No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 at its peak. But Carter wasn’t done yet; he made a comeback in 1988 with the raunchy song “Strokin’.” He is survived by his ex-wife and their son, Clarence Carter Jr.
Actor Jason Biggs and wife Jenny Mollen attend the Season 2 premiere of the television series "Girls" in New York January 9, 2013. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly (UNITED STATES - Tags: ENTERTAINMENT) Andrew Kelly/REUTERS
Another longtime Hollywood couple has reportedly called it quits. Jason Biggs, 48, and Jenny Mollen, 46, have separated after nearly 20 years together, according to People. The pair, who share two sons—12-year-old Sid and 8-year-old Lazlo—are reportedly still on good terms despite ending their marriage. A representative told the outlet the former couple remains “very much connected” as co-parents and are “doing great.” The source added that Mollen and Biggs even celebrated the American Pie star’s 48th birthday together on Tuesday as a family, adding that they have “no doubt” the pair will “remain on excellent terms.” Biggs and Mollen’s team did not immediately respond to the Daily Beast’s request for comment. The actors first met while filming My Best Friend’s Girl in 2007 and became engaged just months later. They eloped in April 2008 before later hosting an intimate 40-person wedding celebration in Napa Valley, California. Even after tying the knot, the duo continued blending their personal and professional lives. Biggs remained a regular guest on Mollen’s podcast, All the Fails With Jenny Mollen, appearing on the show as recently as January 2025.