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Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'
The music legend and multimillionaire businesswoman used her wealth for good
Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'
The music legend and multimillionaire businesswoman used her wealth for good
Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'
The music legend and multimillionaire businesswoman used her wealth for good
Dolly Parton’s business savvy helped her earn – and give away
Dolly Parton was a savvy businesswoman, with the Forbes 2025 list of America’s Richest Self-Made Women placing her net worth at $450 million. But she gave away millions more.
Business Beat: Coldwater woman nominated for Michigan Wheat Promotion Committee
LANSING, MI (WTVB) - Governor Gretchen Whitmer has nominated Kala Pierucki of Coldwater to serve on the Michig...
Ohio business sues Columbus woman over one-star Google review
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A northeastern Ohio business is suing a Columbus woman over a one-star Google review that she wrote. Starr Manufacturing Inc., a company in Vienna that builds oil and …
Business owners squeezed as costs rise, profits fall, Minneapolis Fed survey finds
Most businesses in the Upper Midwest report that their profits are down from last year, according to a new survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.
Can nonverbal people accurately communicate through technology? Here’s what the science says
Nonverbal communication methods like Rapid Prompting Method are receiving renewed scrutiny in the news. Here's how to tell the story.
400-year-old 'vampire' grave discovered in Poland
The wealthy young woman was buried with a sickle over her neck and a padlock on her toe.
Former mental health nurse denies sex with Homerton patient
Jason Forde deniws having sexual intercourse with a woman at a mental health unit at Homerton Hospital.
No Place on Earth Is Safe if All Hell Breaks Loose, But One Place Is Safer Than The Rest
Somewhere to ride out the storm?
World First: Mitochondria From a Woman's Leg Were Injected Into Her Eyes
Here's what happened.
Entertainment Mogul Ralph Carr Handed Six-Year Prison Sentence Over Rape Convictions
Ralph Carr has been jailed for six years after he was found guilty of raping and sexually assaulting a woman.
Dead cats, abandoned animals found inside grooming business; owner wanted by police
An Alabama woman is wanted by police on felony animal cruelty charges after authorities discovered several dead cats and abandoned live animals inside her grooming business.
Dead cats, abandoned animals found inside grooming business; owner wanted by police
An Alabama woman is wanted by police on felony animal cruelty charges after authorities discovered several dead cats and abandoned live animals inside her grooming business.
Dead cats, abandoned animals found inside grooming business; owner wanted by police
An Alabama woman is wanted by police on felony animal cruelty charges after authorities discovered several dead cats and abandoned live animals inside her grooming business.
Dead cats, abandoned animals found inside Dothan grooming business; woman wanted by police
Police are actively searching for Tyrrell and ask anyone with information on her whereabouts to call the Dothan Police Department at (334) 793-0215.
I've gotten over a dozen Amazon drone deliveries; fun, convenient
A woman in the greater Phoenix area shares why she enjoys receiving Amazon deliveries by drone. She says they're convenient fun.
Book Review: ‘Heart of Glass,’ by Jennifer Hillier
In Jennifer Hillier’s new book, a woman must confront her traumatic past after a body washes up on the shores of her seaside town.
Craig T. Nelson mourns ‘extraordinary’ ‘Coach’ costar Shelley Fabares: ‘I’ll remember you with love’
Craig T. Nelson has shared a heartfelt tribute to his ‘Coach’ wife, Shelley Fabares, telling EW that the ‘extraordinary woman’ was ‘a foundational part of my life’ during the sitcom’s nine-year run on ABC.
Politics Now: August 22, 2026
This week on Politics Now with host John Langeler– A federal court says acting U.S. Attorney for Nevada Sigal Chattah isn’t serving legally. We interview Republican Assemblywoman Lisa C…
New golf-oriented entertainment venue proposed for Homewood
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WBMA) — A new golf-oriented outdoor entertainment venue could be coming to Homewood, with the proposal taking its next step before the Homewood
San Diego woman, 41, has arms and legs amputated after routine checkup went horribly wrong
The Spring Valley woman had gone for a routine heart checkup in May this year when doctors found that she was suffering from a life-threatening Type A aortic dissection.
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former US senator from Kansas, dies aged 94
Kassebaum Baker became the first woman elected to the US Senate without following a spouse into office
Nancy Kassebaum, First Woman to Chair a Major Senate Panel, Dies at 94
A moderate Republican from Kansas, she served three terms before tiring of political strife. “I couldn’t get elected today,” she said in 2013.
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former U.S. senator from Kansas, dies at 94
Kassebaum, a Republican, became the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate without following a spouse into office.
Former Kansas Sen. Nancy Kassebaum Baker dies at 94
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a Kansas governor’s daughter who became the first woman elected to the US Senate without following a spouse into office, has died. She was 94.
After tree falls on house, VB woman feels ‘gratitude’ for health, neighbors
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — At first glance, the Bally Lynn Shores section of Virginia Beach didn’t appear to get much storm damage. That is, until you see the back of Raven Lauren’s home. &…
Bakersfield police seek public’s help identifying suspects in White Lane business burglary
The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man and a woman allegedly involved in a burglary investigation.Bakersfield
Human remains found in Trumann, AR house
TRUMANN, Ark. — An investigation into a missing woman led to the discovery of human remains in a house Friday, police in Trumann, Arkansas say. Officers discovered the remains around 8:15 Friday mo…
Montgomery County woman dies from West Nile virus, health officials confirm
A Montgomery County woman in her 90s has died from West Nile virus, marking the county’s first confirmed death from the mosquito-borne illness in 2026, health officials said.
How States Leverage Policy to Build Up Community Health Workers
Learn how states are bolstering CHWs through training, funding, and more in this Health Policy Update.
White House lashes out at Rosie O’Donnell’s Donald Trump criticism on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
Donald Trump’s White House lashed out at Rosie O’Donnell’s repeated criticism on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ in a response slamming the comedian: ‘Nasty woman’ whose ‘brain has been completely destroyed.’
World's oldest living person just turned one year older. Meet Ethel
They say each birthday is a blessing, and one woman living in southeast England has had 117 of them. The woman, Ethel Caterham, turns 117 years old on Friday, Aug.
Democrats rally behind progressive Aisha Wahab after win in California special election
First Muslim woman and Afghan American elected to California legislature held lead throughout race over main opponent Melissa Hernandez
Salinas proposes program to bolster first responder mental health
Editor’s note: This story discusses suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting “988” or chatting online at http://988lifeline.org/. An Oregon congresswoman is proposing a new grant program to support the mental health needs of firefighters […]
Endometriosis diagnosis linked to long-lasting mental health burden
Women who are later diagnosed with endometriosis have a markedly higher use of antidepressant and anxiety medication and are far more often in contact with psychiatric hospital departments than other ...
Woman sought in officer’s death co-founded mental health group for police and other first responders
A woman who started a group that advocates for the mental health of police officers was being sought by authorities Wednesday after a Massachusetts cop was found dead at the home they owned together.
Maternal Systemic Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases Tied to Higher Risk for Mental Disorders in Kids
Children born to mothers with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases have higher risks for a range of mental health conditions, particularly anxiety disorders, a study finds.
Woman sought in officer’s death co-founded mental health group for police and other first responders
Police began searching for Karen Solomon after 31-year Worcester police veteran Kurt Solomon was found dead.
Action 9 helps consumer get tax refund after double health insurance enrollment
A woman discovered she owed thousands of dollars for two health insurance policies after switching to private coverage.
Woman sought in Massachusetts officer's death co-founded mental health group for cops
Police investigating the death of an off-duty police officer in Massachusetts in what they called a domestic matter are searching for a woman who co-founded a g
Founder of group dedicated to officers' mental health sought after Worcester, Massachusetts police officer found dead
The search resumes Wednesday for a woman wanted in connection with the death of an off-duty police officer found dead at a Worcester, Massachusetts home.
Woman sought in Massachusetts officer's death co-founded mental health group for first responders
Police in are still searching for Karen Soloman after off-duty officer Kurt Solomon was found dead at a Worcester home on Tuesday.
China arrests local official over assault on woman at business event
A businessman from a state-owned company was also arrested in connection with the alleged assault.
China arrests local official over assault on woman at business event
A businessman from a state-owned company was also arrested in connection with the alleged assault.
Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan Advance in Key Alaska Senate Contest
The Democratic former congresswoman and the incumbent Republican senator will face off in November. Whether a potential spoiler candidate with the same name as the senator qualifies alongside them has not been determined.
Popular daily drinking habit could nearly triple risk of deadly cancer, major study finds
Mass General Brigham research links one daily sugary drink to nearly three times higher stomach cancer risk, with fructose identified as a key factor.
Breast cancer is surging among Asian American women — and scientists don’t know why
Breast cancer is rising rapidly among Asian American women, with some of the most alarming increases occurring in younger women and in aggressive or advanced cancers. Researchers say screening alone can't explain the surge, suggesting important risk factors may still be undiscovered.
Apple pulls AI ‘nudify’ app promoted in Meta ads
Meta ran ads for a now-pulled App Store app that let users create AI-generated pornographic deepfakes of real people, including one featuring a woman resembling a prominent US politician.
Dan Sullivan, another Dan Sullivan and an ex-congresswoman face off in Alaska's U.S. Senate primary
Alaska voters are choosing candidates for November's general election in a series of primary contests Tuesday, including a U.S. Senate race that will be among the most closely watched in the nation this fall.
Community is her lab; citizens are her scientists
Learn more about Community is her lab; citizens are her scientists, News and College of Arts and Sciences. Texas Woman's University (TWU) is the nation's larges
She told no one about her agony except ChatGPT. What her death reveals about AI risks
A 29-year-old woman confided her suicidal thoughts to an AI chatbot — not to her therapist, not to her parents, not to her best friend. What can AI learn from her death?
Dear Abby: Toxic Relationship Affects Woman’s Health
Seeking advice on matters of life, family or protocol? Jeanne Phillips and the staff of Dear Abby are here to help.
2 Dan Sullivans face off in Alaska's US Senate primary, which also features a former congresswoman
A U.S. Senate contest featuring a former congresswoman and a challenger with the same name as the incumbent headlines Alaska’s primary
2 Dan Sullivans face off in Alaska's US Senate primary, which also features a former congresswoman
A U.S. Senate contest featuring a former congresswoman and a challenger with the same name as the incumbent headlines Alaska's primary.
2 Dan Sullivans Face off in Alaska's US Senate Primary, Which Also Features a Former Congresswoman
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska voters are choosing candidates for November's general election in a series of primary contests Tuesday, including a U.S. Senate race that will be among the most closely watched in the nation this fall. The campaign featured over a dozen contenders in each of the top ...
WHO/UNICEF report highlights gaps in health facility sanitation
Despite notable gains since 2015, only four in ten facilities meet basic sanitation standards and fewer than six in ten achieve basic environmental cleaning standards such patient rooms and wards, operating theatres, examination and treatment areas, toilets and sanitation facilities, leaving patients and health workers exposed to preventable health risks.
Oregon congresswoman proposes program to support first responder mental health
Salinas’ bipartisan proposal is similar to a 2017 law that provided funding for mental health programs for law enforcement.
Woman's Doctor: Why are women more prone to sports injuries?
In this Woman's Doctor segment, what's behind the several factors that may make women more prone to sports injuries than men?
Low-fat vegan diet helps people lose weight without eating less
A low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without counting calories, shrinking portions, or feeling constantly hungry. In a 16-week clinical trial, people eating mostly fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes consumed about 357 fewer calories per day even though the total amount of food they ate barely changed.
How menopause can impact mental health
Dr. Lulu Zhao, a mood disorder specialist at Cleveland Clinic, says during perimenopause, a woman’s hormone patterns can become erratic, which can impact their mental health.
Kate Douglass is looking like an Olympic force, and more Pan Pacs takeaways
The new fastest woman alive, Douglass is showing off her versatility and medal potential two years ahead of the L.A. Olympics.
Liechtenstein changes its rules to allow women to inherit the Alpine principality’s throne
Liechtenstein’s royal house says the tiny country’s rules of succession will be changed so that a woman could in the future inherit the principality’s throne.
Scientists solve the mystery of a brain “switch” that can trigger weight loss in opposite ways
Scientists have uncovered why two seemingly opposite ways of targeting the same brain receptor can both promote weight loss. In mice, activating the GIP receptor in the brainstem reduced appetite, while blocking it in the hypothalamus removed a kind of “brake” on fullness signals. The discovery helps explain why very different obesity drugs can achieve similar results and suggests that carefully combining GIP-targeting treatments with GLP-1 drugs like those related to Wegovy and Ozempic could produce stronger effects.
Miller-Meeks Visits Davenport Guns & Shooting Club for Shooting Sports Month
Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) visited Davenport Guns & Shooting Club to celebrate Shooting Sports Month, meeting with owner Jeanelle Westrom and local constituents.
Alzheimer’s can run but not hide from researchers, policymakers
The war on Alzheimer’s disease has been underway for so long that people can’t help but think it may be unwinnable. Now comes a fresh set of reasons to think again and hope anew.
When is a mental health crisis too severe for telehealth? Warning signs families shouldn't ignore
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist had 14 virtual visits but never met her in person, raising questions about telehealth mental health treatment limits.
Effort to ban genetically modified animals dies in California Legislature
A bill that would have banned the sale of genetically-modified pets for cosmetic reasons died in committee Thursday.
Charred, scorched: Woman denied bond after setting metro Atlanta business on fire
A judge denied the woman bond and she remains in jail, described in court records as a danger to the community.
New review prioritizes maternal mental health during pregnancy
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Young business professional of the year focuses on helping FGCU students
A woman dedicated to helping FGCU students get internships all around Southwest Florida has won the award as Young Professional of the Year, given by the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce.
'Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave' preview: Anime chess is back with a vengeance
Featuring one very mean and cool woman.
How Thanksgiving Became Political: Francesca Hong’s Tweets Explained
Ahead of Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, a past tweet by the assemblywoman that called for the holiday to be canceled was resurfaced.
A woman on a mission
Mindy Engevik, Ph.D., is a woman on a mission. Make that TWO missions. Her vocation is studying the interaction between gut microbes and the gastrointestinal tract. Her avocation is advancing the careers of young women in science. She’s passionate about both goals, and she’s recently earned two prestigious national awards recognizing her achievements.
DC’s Amanda Waller, ‘Paradise Lost’ series put on the backburner
DC’s Amanda Waller series with Viola Davis and Wonder Woman offshoot ‘Paradise Lost’ are on the back burner, though they remain in various stages of development.
‘Barbie 2’ in Crisis: Sequel Could Be Shelved Amid Pay Battle and Crumbling Deal Talks
“Do you guys ever think about dying?” Margot Robbie asks at the start of 2023’s “Barbie.” It’s one of many moments of existential dread that her character faces on the journey to becoming a real woman...
Louisiana woman makes cast of ‘The Traitors.’ She wants to win for her daughter.
See why she says being from Louisiana will help her strategy.
The political power of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's egg freezing
In showcasing the balancing act of career ambitions and fertility, the congresswoman is once again flexing her political prowess.
WHO receives US$4 million from CERF to sustain health services and strengthen health system resilience across Syria
Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic, 11 August 2026 – The World Health Organization (WHO) has received US$4 million from the United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to protect access to essential health...
Ocasio-Cortez faces a crossroads in politics
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is at a career and life crossroads that many women face at the age of 36, even without the pressure of a potential White House run. The congresswoman, still l…
Judge orders ex-business manager to pay over $11,490 to school in Key West
A 60-year-old woman who was accused of stealing from a private school in Key West — as she allegedly abused her position as a business manager until 2014 — was behind bars on Monday in Monroe County, records show.
Woman’s Perinatal Mental Health Unit leads a new approach to maternal mental health
The Perinatal Mental Health Unit at Woman’s Hospital is being honored with a Community Impact Award for its work establishing mental health care for pregnant and postpartum women. The award is part of Business Report’s inaugural Excellence in Healthcare Awards. The hospital opened the Perinatal Mental Health Unit, Louisiana’s first inpatient psychiatric unit dedicated exclusively […]
3 things to avoid in middle age could mean 13 more years without dementia, study finds
NYU Langone Health research reveals how avoiding high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking in midlife could add nearly 13 dementia-free years.
Ella’s Top Corral celebrates 50 years of business
On Aug. 6, Ella, the woman behind the name of ‘Ella’s Top Corral,’ celebrated her birthday.
Ella’s Top Corral celebrates 50 years of business
On Aug. 6, Ella, the woman behind the name of ‘Ella’s Top Corral,’ celebrated her birthday.
Minnesota woman sues Chipotle after burrito bowl allegedly caused Salmonella infection, sepsis
A Minnesota woman is suing Chipotle after allegedly contracting Salmonella from a burrito bowl, as health officials investigate a multistate outbreak tied to recalled jalapeños.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says she’s freezing her eggs
The Democratic congresswoman, 36, said she made the decision to undergo the fertility procedure to “feel more in control of my life.”
Decatur County woman hosts health expo to teach community about scam prevention, wellness
A Decatur County woman hosted a health expo Saturday, Aug. 8, aimed at teaching community members how to identify and prevent scams, while also addressing a range of health and financial topics.
Decatur County woman hosts health expo to teach community about scam prevention, wellness
A Decatur County woman hosted a health expo Saturday, Aug. 8, aimed at teaching community members how to identify and prevent scams, while also addressing a range of health and financial topics.
He Died Before Beating Zelda. She’s Finishing What He Started.
How The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom allowed one young woman to process the death of a loved one
How one Louisiana woman found joy in low-stakes, creative self-portrait fun
Jan Risher says she's never been able to draw well. Lately, though, she's been putting paper over her face and drawing self-portraits blind. It’s weird, it’s fun and she believes she's learning something with every attempt. This week’s column is about the unexpected joy of making something without worrying about whether it’s good.
How one Louisiana woman found joy in low-stakes, creative self-portrait fun
Jan Risher says she's never been able to draw well. Lately, though, she's been putting paper over her face and drawing self-portraits blind. It’s weird, it’s fun and she believes she's learning something with every attempt. This week’s column is about the unexpected joy of making something without worrying about whether it’s good.
Frequent cannabis users wake up with their “stress hormone” already elevated
Frequent cannabis users may wake up with unusually high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, suggesting their daily stress rhythms could be disrupted. Researchers say the finding raises questions about whether using cannabis for stress relief might, over time, interfere with the very system that helps the body handle stress.
For decades, we were told to choose low-fat dairy. New research says otherwise
Full-fat dairy may be healthier than conventional advice has suggested. In a 12-week study, adults who ate three servings a day showed no meaningful increases in weight, body fat, cholesterol, or insulin resistance. They also experienced improved blood pressure and consumed more calcium, protein, and vitamin D. The findings suggest dairy’s complex structure may matter more than its saturated fat content alone.
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard
A "granny pod" ad inspired Caitlin Swann to build an ADU in her backyard for her parents when they retired. Now they're steps from their grandkids.
A woman built her parents a 725-square-foot cottage in her backyard
A "granny pod" ad inspired Caitlin Swann to build an ADU in her backyard for her parents when they retired. Now they're steps from their grandkids.