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Virginia Beach man’s world record gum wrapper chain, 23 miles long and growing, a 60-year obsession
Land surveyors were at Gary Duschl's home Tuesday to update his world record 23-mile-long gum wrapper chain with the Guinness Book of World Records. "I enjoy doing it, and we'll keep doing it until I reach my next goal, which is the marathon length (of 26.2 miles)," Duschl said.
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In his own words: Trump takes credit for stock market rises but casts aside blame for sell-off
A look at some of Trump’s observations on the stock market over the last year.
Politics
‘In DOGE we trust:’ House GOP governs by embracing Trump’s effort to cut government
The story the Democrats have leveraged for years may no longer be as true.
Local News
Hampton Roads leaders speak of their challenges and triumphs for International Women’s Day
S.H.E. — Strong, Hopeful and Empowered — Talks was created by the Hampton Roads Networking Group. The Networking Group's founder said women in the region have incredible stories, stories that should be heard.
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Crime and Public Safety
Portsmouth man answered officer’s knocks by opening door and shooting him, police say
Rakeem Walker Christian, 26, of Pepperwood Place, is charged with attempted aggravated murder of a...
Sports
David Teel: Hokies can only blame themselves for ACC Tournament loss to Cal
Coach Mike Young has lamented this young team’s ball security from the start, but the...
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High school scoreboard: Norfolk Academy victorious in three sports
The Bulldogs prevail in baseball, girls lacrosse and girls soccer. Greenbrier Christian also wins in...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
Savory olive oil and buttery pistachios bring sophisticated flavors to tangy-sweet lemon bars
Bring balance to the dessert by incorporating a small measure of olive oil.
Opinion
Editorial: Measles case at Dulles stresses the importance of vaccination
A measles case as Dulles, coupled with an outbreak in New Mexico and Texas, is...
National News
A look at the status of US executions in 2025
Twelve other people are scheduled to be put to death in six states through 2025.
Military
Kaine pushes bill to reinstate thousands of fired veterans: ‘This is unacceptable’
With Virginia hit hard by mass firings, lawmakers and veteran groups are rallying behind an...
National Politics
Justice Department is expected to slash public corruption unit, AP sources say
The unit was created after Watergate to oversee criminal prosecutions of federal public corruption cases.
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