Meet the world's oldest aquarium fish | USA TODAY
Methuselah the Australian lungfish enjoys a wide array of snacks and likes belly rubs.
The 4-foot, 40-pound fish is thought to be an evolutionary link between fish and amphibians due to the species having both lungs and gills.
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Pileup shuts down Colorado interstate | USA TODAY
Semi-truck jackknifes, pileup shuts down snowy interstate
A 10-15 vehicle crash prompted closure of the northbound lanes of Colorado's I-25 amid a winter weather advisory.
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Biden's shortlist for the Supreme Court vacancy | USA TODAY
President Biden will honor a campaign pledge to name the first Black woman to the Supreme Court this year.
"The person I will nominate will be someone with extraordinary qualifications, character, experience and integrity," Biden said. "And that person will be the first Black woman ever nominated to the United States Supreme Court. It's long overdue in my view."
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Artist creates incredibly realistic miniature film sets | USA TODAY
Bridget McCarty started creating tiny pieces as a hobby, but it soon turned into her full-time job.
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'Star Wars' fan's real lightsaber earns Guinness World Record | USA TODAY
"Star Wars" fan and Russian YouTuber Alex Burkan was recognized by Guinness World Records for creating the world's first retractable lightsaber.
Alex Burkan, behind the YouTube channel Alex Lab, was recognized by Guinness World Records for the over 3 foot plasma blade that reaches temperatures over 5,072 degrees Fahrenheit and can cut through steel, according to a news release.
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China avalanche: Tourists avoid icy entrapment | USA TODAY
Tourists in southwestern China's Yunnan Province avoid being engulfed by an avalanche.
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Pittsburgh bridge collapses | USA TODAY
The collapse occurred on the same day that the President visited the area to discuss his infrastructure plan.
Ten people were injured and three were taken to a hospital after a snow-covered bridge in Pittsburgh collapsed Friday morning, sending the bridge - and the morning commuters on it - crashing into a ravine.
Rescue teams continued Friday to search through the pancaked slabs of concrete for any potential victims. A large crane sat on one side of the now-destroyed bridge, helping pull vehicles that fell into the snowy pass.
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Bison in Yellowstone excitedly prances in fresh snow | USA TODAY
Bison in Yellowstone National Park were spotted enjoying some fresh snow.
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Powerful winter storm slams the East Coast | USA TODAY
A powerful winter storm has created blizzard conditions on the East Cost, leaving thousands without power.
Officials banned non-emergency travel in some areas and urged drivers to stay off roads. Meanwhile, thousands of flights were canceled Saturday as the storm hit, according to FlightAware. Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey said more than 85% of scheduled flights Saturday have been canceled due to the storm.
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Actor Howard Hesseman from 'WKRP in Cincinnati' dies | USA TODAY
Actor Howard Hesseman from 'WKRP in Cincinnati' passed away at age 81.
Howard Hesseman was known for his role as Dr. Johnny Fever in the CBS show.
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Biden family adopts a new pet cat named Willow | USA TODAY
The Biden family has brought in a new member to live with them at the White House, a cat named Willow.
A 2-year-old, green-eyed, gray and white farm cat from Pennsylvania, “Willow is settling into the White House with her favorite toys, treats, and plenty of room to smell and explore,” said Michael LaRosa, the first lady's spokesperson.
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Playful dog gets 'zoomies' in the snow | USA TODAY
Excited pup loses his mind in the snow.
After dumping a half-foot of snow on areas from New York City to Maine — creating blizzard conditions in some regions — a powerful winter storm brought a mix of more heavy snow and strong winds to the East Coast.
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