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Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Talking to your BFF about your relationship troubles (and why it might not be a good idea)
Talking about your troubles to a trusted friend can be helpful, right? Well, unfortunately, it’s not always a good idea.
Tulsa neighbors: Obituaries for October 20
Read through the obituaries published today in Tulsa World.
Ex-etiquette: When imitation isn't flattery
Q: What do I do with my husband’s ex-wife? She’s obsessed. It’s the weirdest thing I’ve ever seen. She was brunette when I met her and now, she’s blonde. Not just blonde, but the exact color blonde as my hair.…
Gary Varvel for Oct 20, 2026
Gary Varvel for Oct 20, 2026
Gary Varvel for Oct 20, 2026
Euro-Wine Decoder
Several historic wine regions around the world, like Spain, Italy and France, produce fine wines that carry only the name of the district from which they come.
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Go away with ... Dana Carpenter
BUSAN, South Korea – After Marilyn Monroe married Joe DiMaggio in 1954, the couple went on what would become a working honeymoon. While her husband was busy coaching local baseball teams in Japan, Monroe accepted an invitation to entertain the…
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Dana Carpenter said that working on the film “Flesh Impact” gave her an idea of what Marilyn Monroe could be like today. (Jae-Ha Kim)
Rick Steves’ Europe: Bone voyage: Exploring Europe's cemeteries and crypts
Every time spooky season approaches, I think back on some of my favorite European cemeteries and crypts. Over the years, I've popped into a lot of burial grounds – some peaceful and scenic, some eerie and evocative – with all…
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At the " Merry Cemetery" in Maramureș, Romania, each grave is blue and comes with a whimsical poem and a painting of the departed doing something they loved.
At the "Merry Cemetery" in MaramureÈ™, Romania, each grave is blue and comes with a whimsical poem and a painting of the departed doing something they loved. (Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves' Europe)
Tulsa Public Schools board votes to close 17 schools as proposed
Dozens of community members urged Tulsa Public Schools’ board of education Monday night to delay voting on a proposal that would close 17 schools and repurpose Central High School at the end of the current academic year.
Tulsa coach Tre Lamb analyzes Rice win, previews Army
Tulsa football coach Tre Lamb's weekly press conference, Oct. 19, 2026.
Tulsa RB Trequan Jones, CB Tyson Williams review Rice win, look ahead to Army
Tulsa running back Trequan Jones (left) and cornerback Tyson Williams at a press conference, Oct. 19, 2026.
Revised analysis of governor's race doesn't signal an upset, Oklahoma pollster says
The "likely Republican" analysis looked similar when Democratic candidate Joy Hofmeister challenged Gov. Kevin Stitt in 2022, said Pat McFerron, who said "the Mazzei campaign has a lot more room to grow than the Munson campaign."
Manny Choice tries to build on recent success for OU football
Hear from the sophomore receiver during Mississippi State week.
Hayden Hansen tells teammates 'don't flinch now' after OU football loss
Hear from the Sooners tight end ahead of Mississippi State.
How can OU football start a winning streak? Reggie Powers answers
Hear from the Sooners DB ahead of the Mississippi State roadtrip.
For the Record: Scores, results, boxscores and linescores | Oct. 19
SEC efficiency ratings: Sooner offense still hasn’t reached 28 points in an SEC game
Georgia has reached 28 points 16 times in SEC games the last 2½ years; Sooners still trying to break their maiden
Where did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & Chet Holmgren fall short against the Spurs in '25-26?
The Thunder and Spurs played 12 games against each other last season; let’s go inside the numbers of those showdowns
How to watch Thunder-Spurs on Tuesday night and the Thunder all season
With a new primary outlet for Thunder games, fans will need to make sure they have the right platforms to view games
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Watching every Thunder game on TV in Tulsa will require a combination of both broadcast and streaming access for the 2026-27 season.
TPS Board Meeting Speech
Ken Malloy, the eighth of 25 citizens who spoke to the TPS Board ahead of possible school closures/consolidations, shares his thoughts.
Drew Mestemaker’s second-half surge ends on the OSU sideline at Houston
Drew Mestemaker wanted the ball back, not someone to blame. After OSU’s loss at Houston, he pointed to the offense’s three first-half points.
Owasso at Yukon football
Owasso Hudl highlights from a 37-10 win at Yukon on Oct. 15, 2026.
Thunder-Spurs kicks off NBA ‘26-27 season and renews the newest great basketball rivalry
12 rousing games last season fueled Thunder-Spurs into the NBA’s latest great rivalry
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Tulsa Public Schools board members during meeting about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Kara Tilly speaks to the Tulsa Public Schools board about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Tulsa Public Schools board members during meeting about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Linda Jones Sosa speaks to the Tulsa Public Schools board about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Tulsa Public Schools board members Calvin Moniz and Dr. Ebony Johnson listen to concerned citizens about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Tulsa Public Schools board members during meeting about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
TPS Closures
Jennifer Viaene speaks to the Tulsa Public Schools board about school closures in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Photos: TPS School Closures
Tulsa Public Schools meeting on school closures
OSSAA releases 6A-5A state volleyball pairings; Jenks-Owasso matchup highlights 6A quarters
Jenks is looking for its third state volleyball title in six years, but first since 2023. Owasso is in the state tournament for the first time since 2023 and its lone state title was in 2008.
OU football: Edge terror Jake Kreul showed signs of 'special' present and future vs. Kentucky
Kreul totaled 2.5 sacks in the defeat — the most by any freshman since Brian Bosworth as a redshirt rookie totaled three sacks in a 1984 win over Iowa State.
Bill Haisten: Next for the Tulsa defense – Army’s ball-control brilliance
The Black Knights are the national leaders in rushing yards per game (357.5) and rushing yards per attempt (6.5).
Osage legislators seek answers after warrant served on homeschool co-op
"I’m guessing there’s a difference between search warrants for weapons versus books and peanut butter and jellies," Speaker Alice Goodfox said in an emergency meeting Monday.
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From left: Rep. Mike Lay, R-Jenks, will co-chair the bipartisan Oklahoma Reading Caucus with Sen. Ally Seifried, R-Claremore; Rep. Suzanne Schreiber, D-Tulsa; and Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City.
Lawmakers form caucus to oversee implementation of childhood literacy legislation
The group is particularly interested in the bill, influenced by Mississippi legislation, focused on improving #oklaed literacy scores. The measures include strict retention requirements for third-grade students not meeting standards.
Tulsa's sheriff defends Flock cameras, challenges judge's ruling on privacy rights
The ruling found a Tulsa County sheriff's deputy used the database to violate a woman's Fourth Amendment rights. Sheriff Vic Regalado said he wants the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on how automated license plate reader technology is used.
Major BOK Center upgrades hinge on Tulsans approving hotel guest tax increase, leaders say
The vote is Nov. 3. Tulsa's downtown arena hasn't been updated since "the times of the BlackBerry, and that does not keep us competitive with Oklahoma City and Kansas City," Kathy Taylor pointed out Monday.
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A rendering shows plans to replace the video scoreboard at the BOK Center.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) walks off the field after their defeat to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) stops to sign autographs on his way off the field after a loss to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) stops to sign autographs on his way off the field after a loss to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
Tahlequah Sequoyah finishes as state runner-up in season honoring teammate Holli Carnes
Tahlequah Sequoyah honored Holli Carnes throughout a 37-6 season. The run ended Monday with a loss to Washington in the Class 3A championship game.
Tahlequah Sequoyah players hold a poster of Holli Carnes after the 3A fastpitch softball state championship
Tahlequah Sequoyah players hold a poster of Holli Carnes after the Class 3A fastpitch softball state championship game against Washington.
Tahlequah celebrates 5A fastpitch state title win over Pryor
Tahlequah players celebrate after beating Pryor 4-0 in the 5A fastpitch softball state championship game on Monday.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) stops to sign autographs on his way off the field after a loss to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) walks off the field after their defeat to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
Oklahoma vs. Kentucky
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) stops to sign autographs on his way off the field after a loss to Kentucky in their football game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 in Norman, Okla.
WR Manny Choice's breakout game a bright spot in OU football loss to Kentucky
Choice made his first career start versus the Wildcats and totaled a career-high five catches for 98 yards in the defeat.
Mayor Nichols talks about reason for hotel tax
BOK Center needed upgrades from hotel tax
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades including a new center video board and repair roof to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades including a new center video board and repair roof to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades including a new center video board and repair roof to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades including a new center video board and repair roof to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades including a new center video board and repair roof to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
Hotel Tax
Keller Taylor explains the needed upgrades to the BOK Center and the use of the hotel tax in Tulsa, Okla., on Oct. 19, 2026.
The Lowdown
Lee Raybon (Ethan Hawke) and Lonnie (Austin Amelio) face off in the third episode of the new season of FX's "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
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Ethan Hawke searches for truths amid darkness in FX's "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
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Lee Raybon searches for truths in FX's "The Lowdown," but that's a dangerous business. Shane Brown/FX
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Gary Farmer, who appeared in Sterlin Harjo's series "Reservation Dogs," also is in the season two cast of Harjo's follow-up series, "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
The Lowdown
Ginger (Betty Gilpin) and Lee Rayborn (Ethan Hawke) team up to solve a missing person-related mystery in FX's "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
The Lowdown
Lee Raybon (Ethan Hawke) speaks with Otis Sharpe (Gary Farmer) in the third episode of the second season of FX's "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
How Brent Venables, Ben Arbuckle defended questionable coaching in OU's loss to Kentucky
Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables and offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle had to defend a number of questionable coaching calls after the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to Kentucky last Saturday night.
The Lowdown
Ginger (Betty Gilpin) encounters Otis Sharpe (Gary Farmer) while searching for answers about a missing client in FX's "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
The Lowdown
Lee Raybon (Ethan Hawke) confronts Lonnie (Austin Amelio) in the third episode of the second season of "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
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Rafael Casel is Johnny in FX's shot-in-Tulsa series "The Lowdown." Shane Brown/FX
OU football: Does John Mateer's vicious cycle of turnovers have any near end in sight?
John Mateer and, resultantly, Oklahoma football, have been stuck in a vicious cycle this season that seemingly has no immediate end.
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Feb 1, 2023; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) looks to keep the ball away from Penn State Nittany Lions defenders during the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
Former Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn has joined Kansas.
Flop 10: Big upsets, bad refs and more meh Arch Manning
The Flop 10 is about the 10 low moments across the entire country. But in Week 7, the Flop 10 truly belonged to the top 10.
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Oregon wide receiver Evan Stewart scores a touchdown during the second half against UCLA at Autzen Stadium on Oct. 10 in Eugene, Ore.
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Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons drives to the basket between forward Keldon Johnson, left, and center Tarris Reed, Jr. during the second half of a preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on Oct. 16 in…
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace moves the ball down the court as Indiana Pacers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. defends during the second half of a preseason game at Paycom Center on Oct. 13 in Oklahoma City.
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard watches the game from the sidelines Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, during the preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard watches a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons from the sidelines on Aug. 22 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts drops back to pass during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Oct. 11 in London.
On October 7, 2026, a roofer removes shingles from a house in New Bedford, MA that features a whale decoration, before putting
On Oct. 7, a roofer removes shingles from a house in New Bedford, Massachusetts, before putting on a new roof.
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Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso was one of the few bright spots for a team that finished 79-82.
2027 Oscars: These are the top 10 best picture contenders right now
With about five months until the Oscars, it's a bit early for ironclad guarantees, even if it feels like it would take the winds of Poseidon to blow "The Odyssey's" best picture campaign off course.
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's roster includes (from left) Will Gibson, Ryan Allen, Clay Grogan, Jake Dodson, Rusty Rowe and Nathan Wilson. Dylan Johnson/Giantclick
Asking AI for health or money advice? Here's where it gets its answers from.
Stacker reports on AI platforms' top-cited sources for health and finance topics, highlighting trusted sites like PubMed and Experian, with an emphasis on verifying information.
Here's why a financial checkup matters and when to get started
A piggy bank illustrated with financial checkup graphics as a concept of financial planning.
Here's why a financial checkup matters and when to get started
Achieve reports that a financial checkup helps assess progress toward goals any time of year. Key steps include reviewing income, spending, and planning for future expenses.
St. Michael's Alley chili is one of Tulsa's most requested recipes
St. Michael's Alley opened in 1960 at 31st and Harvard and closed in the early 1980s before reopening in 1988 under new management for a 10-year run.
How Royal Neighbors and Ballet Quad Cities are helping women and girls discover the confidence to say, ‘I can do that’
Content by Royal Neighbors of America®. Through a $20,000 Nation of NeighborsSM Empowerment Grant, Royal Neighbors of America is helping Ballet Quad Cities take their work further.