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Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.

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1 day ago in Entertainment, News

Ebertfest 2026 opens in Champaign with “The Last Dance” theme

Interior of a historic theater with ornate balconies, warm lighting, and a full audience seated waiting for a performance

Two-day film festival begins with opening remarks and full slate of screenings.

2 days ago in Entertainment, News

Illinois State Fair arena tickets go on sale April 21

Two battered derby cars collide on a dirt track as a cheering crowd watches from the stands behind them, smoke rising slightly in the air.

Rodeo, truck pulls and demolition derby headline 2026 entertainment lineup.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

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Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Recent Headlines

Ebertfest 2026 opens in Champaign with “The Last Dance” theme

Illinois State Fair arena tickets go on sale April 21

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

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