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Did you know that nearly 50 million people in the United States alone engage in hiking each year? Beyond being a popular recreational activity, hiking offers profound benefits for physical health, mental clarity, and even creativity. But with thousands of trails available nationwide, which ones truly stand out as must-explore paths that combine natural beauty, accessibility, and unique experiences? Here, we delve into some of the best hiking trails to explore this spring, each offering something special for both novice trekkers and seasoned hikers. Whether you seek panoramic vistas, serene forest walks, or challenging terrain, these trails promise memorable adventures. Trails That Showcase Dramatic Landscapes 1. Angels Landing, Zion National Park, Utah Renowned for its vertiginous ridges and breathtaking views of Zion Canyon, Angels Landing is a trail that challenges both mind and body. The 5.4-mile round trip includes steep switchbacks known as Walter’s Wiggles and narrow

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April 25 has been a date marked by pivotal moments in world history, shaping nations and influencing global events across centuries. Moving back in time, April 25, 1915, marks the beginning of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War I. Allied forces, primarily from Australia and New Zealand, launched an assault on the Gallipoli Peninsula in modern-day Turkey. The campaign was intended to secure a sea route to Russia and knock the Ottoman Empire out of the war. However, it turned into a grueling and costly stalemate with heavy casualties, highlighting the brutal realities of trench warfare. This day is commemorated as ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of those soldiers. In a completely different sphere, April 25, 1792, witnessed the establishment of the guillotine as the official method of execution in France. This invention became a symbol of the French Revolution's radical quest for equality and justice, although it also represented the

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Oliver Properties has expanded its downtown portfolio by acquiring the historic Bogen Lofts.

The St. Louis County Police Department is investigating the death of a woman Friday.

Sammy Hagar has released the new single, “Encore, Thank You, Good Night,” which is described as "a celebration and expression of appreciation” of his time in Van Halen.Sammy has said…

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Officers were called to the 400 block of Lee Drive just before 3 a.m. Friday. Someone was yelling for help in the street, said Lt. Susan Shields of the St. Charles Police Department.

The project would add a new residential building and pickleball facility, and renovate an existing home on the site.

The shooting happened late Sunday night at an apartment on St. Ferdinand Avenue, police said.

Homicide Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a male dead on March 30, 2025 in the 4300 block of Saint Ferdinand.

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Police said the incident was not random, but no arrests had been made as of Friday morning.

Curtis L. Sills was charged Tuesday in the death of Shaun Mooring, of Rock Hill, whose body was found the previous morning in the 3400 block of North Market Street.

Police were called to a home in the 2100 block of Edison Avenue for a home invasion and kidnapping.

Homicide Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead on April 23, 2025 in the 2800 block of N. Vandeventer.

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A few days ago I talked about how the Trump administration is desperate to present the illusion it still cares about consumer protection and “antitrust reform.” Via executive order, regulatory capture, DOGE cuts, and a rightward-lurching court system, Trump 2.0 really is taking an absolute hatchet to consumer protection, labor rights, corporate oversight, environmental law, […]

Boeing's CEO reveals the company's plan to navigate the choppy waters of international trade, as the aerospace giant faces unprecedented challenges in key markets.

Missouri House Republicans aren’t ready to give up on dual goals of enacting a flat income tax and cutting the overall rate, and have loaded a Senate bill with their latest plan — flat tax and capital gains cut now, rate cuts later. On April 7, the state Senate approved a bill exempting capital gains […]