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MTG Arena previews Lorwyn Eclipsed with a full card gallery and an early-access event on January 14, offers two preorder bundles, and debuts Arena Powered Cube 2.0; Historic gets pre-banned to curb non-interactive combos (Devoted Druid and Painter's Servant), with detailed event schedules and rewards outlined.
The 2025 Bears made NFL history by becoming the first team to win six games in a season after trailing in the final two minutes, showcasing their resilience and never-give-up attitude in close games, including multiple overtime victories.
Democrats achieved historic firsts in US elections, including electing the first woman governor of Virginia, the first Muslim woman to statewide office, New York's first Muslim mayor, Detroit's first woman mayor, a Massachusetts city to divest from Israel, and California's response to redistricting efforts.
The historic Molly Stark Sanatorium in Ohio, a former tuberculosis hospital that operated for over 65 years, is set to be demolished after sitting abandoned since 1995, with plans to convert the site into park space, ending decades of challenges including vandalism and maintenance costs.
A millennial couple in Pennsylvania bought the world's oldest operating drive-in theater, Shankweiler’s, in 2022 with a $1 million loan and their savings, aiming to preserve a historic entertainment venue while building a successful business through summer events and special screenings.
A Pennsylvania couple, Lauren McChesney and Matt McClanahan, saved the world's oldest operating drive-in theater, Shankweiler's, which opened in 1934, turning it into a successful business and preserving a piece of American entertainment history while also getting engaged there.
A fire is burning in the Doerner Fir, one of the world's tallest and oldest trees in Oregon, causing significant damage and lowering its height by about 50 feet. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze, which is not yet a threat to fully destroy the tree, and the cause is under investigation, with efforts focused on saving this historic natural monument.
Cole’s French Dip, a historic downtown LA restaurant and landmark since 1908, is closing after 117 years due to economic challenges like COVID-19, rising costs, and urban issues, marking the end of an era for the beloved eatery.
The 73rd Miss Universe competition in 2024 was notable for several historic firsts, including the debut of countries like North Macedonia and the Maldives, the participation of the oldest-ever contestant, and the first contestant to wear a hijab. Victoria Kjær Theilvig became the first Miss Denmark to win the crown, while other contestants like Ruby Pouchet from Bonaire and Marianela Ancheta from Cuba marked significant returns or debuts for their countries. The event highlighted diversity and inclusivity, with participants like Miss Egypt Logina Salah, the first woman with vitiligo to compete, using the platform to advocate for social issues.
The famed battleship USS New Jersey, the most decorated battleship in Navy history, floated down the Delaware River from Camden, New Jersey, to the Philadelphia Navy Yard for extensive maintenance work, including repainting the hull, fixing the anti-corrosion system, and inspecting through-hull openings. The ship, built in the 1940s and retired in 1991, is expected to undergo two months of maintenance. Veterans who served aboard the ship attended the ceremony, expressing their fond memories and the ship's historical significance.
The historic Lutsen Lodge Resort in Minnesota, the state's oldest operating resort, was destroyed by fire for the third time in 75 years. The fire, which engulfed the main lodge, caused a total loss to the building, but no guests were on site and no injuries were reported. The Minnesota Fire Marshall is investigating the cause of the fire, while the lodge expressed determination to rebuild and preserve its legacy as the oldest resort in Minnesota.
The historic Lutsen Lodge, Minnesota's oldest operating resort, was destroyed by a fire, with the building completely engulfed and confirmed as a total loss. No injuries were reported, and the State Fire Marshall is leading the investigation. The lodge, popular for weddings and honeymoons, holds a significant place in Minnesota's history, with its origins dating back 139 years. The resort's Facebook post garnered somber reactions from many who reminisced about their stays at the lodge, while fire departments from multiple areas responded to the scene.
The historic Lutsen Lodge in Minnesota was destroyed in a fire, with no guests present and no injuries reported. The lodge, founded in 1885, has a history of rebuilding after previous fires. The owner expressed devastation but vowed to rebuild, while the community mourns the loss of the iconic resort. The state fire marshal is investigating the cause of the fire, and efforts are being made to support the lodge's staff and guests with future bookings.
The historic Lutsen Resort lodge on the North Shore was destroyed by a fire early Tuesday, with no reported injuries as staff but no guests were present. The building, dating back to 1885, was fully engulfed in flames as crews from eight fire departments battled the fire, and resort officials have confirmed it as a total loss. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating, and the resort has expressed determination to rebuild.
A structure fire destroyed the historic Lutsen Resort main lodge along Lake Superior, with the cause still undetermined. No guests were on-site, and no injuries were reported. The State Fire Marshall will investigate the incident. The resort, established in the mid-1880s, has experienced fires in the past. The owner had been conducting renovations, and the community has shown support for the resort during this difficult time.