Blind date: ‘Numbers have been exchanged and dates have been suggested’

Ursula, 29, an events coordinator, meets Culann, 34, a charity worker

The choices that we make

WHEELING, West Virginia — West Virginia is the only state in the United States that is located entirely within the 13-state, 423-county Appalachian region. Much of the beauty, sorrow, and challenges we think of when it comes to the region originated here, where isolation, a strong work ethic, and an ability to spin a good story are well-regarded characteristics.

A police officer thought he had a muscle cramp. He ended up fighting for his life.

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Saks to shutter most Saks Off 5th stores as bankrupt retailer cuts costs

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Massive trove of Epstein files released by DOJ, including 3 million documents and photos

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The week around the world in 20 pictures

ICE in Minneapolis, Russian airstrikes in Kyiv, Alex Honnold climbing a Taipei skyscraper and Sabalenka at the Australian Open – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists