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The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy

Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength, stress reduction, and resilience. The findings challenge the long-standing obsession with germs as threats and instead highlight the hidden health benefits of biodiversity. This shift could influence everything from urban design to environmental restoration.

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Jan 4 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • sciencedaily.com
China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable

Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extreme densities if its interaction with the reactor walls is carefully controlled. This finding removes a major obstacle that has slowed progress toward fusion ignition. The advance could help future fusion reactors produce more power.

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Jan 4 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Signatures filed for WA initiative to block transgender athletes from girls' sports

Supporters of two citizen initiatives, one focused on parental rights and another on barring transgender athletes from girls’ sports, moved closer Friday to getting those measures before the Washington state Legislature, and potentially voters.

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Jan 3 • 3:50 PM EST • Sports • washingtonstatestandard.com
‘You bet’ — why they just don’t trust sports anymore

Over the last six months, I have had multiple people with a deep understanding of the sports world volunteer a truly dejected and disgusted version of the same complaint: “I Just don’t trust sports…

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Jan 3 • 12:00 PM EST • Sports • thehill.com
Health officials warn of measles exposure at 3 South Carolina locations

The South Carolina Department of Health has reported three instances of public exposure to measles in Greenville and Spartanburg after an infected individual visited several locations in late December.

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Jan 3 • 11:38 AM EST • Health • wrdw.com
‘Jeopardy!’ Contestant Explains Controversial Responses: ‘Greetings From a Second Chance Loser’

‘Kimodo’ dragon instead of Komodo dragon? ‘An Indecent Proposal’ instead of just ‘Indecent Proposal’? Allow Dondi DeMarco to justify himself…

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Jan 3 • 11:05 AM EST • Entertainment • wyomingnewsnow.tv
10 Of The Coolest New Gadgets You'll Want For Your Desk

These cool gadgets can help turn a standard workstation into a setup that gets you excited to start your day.

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Jan 3 • 10:02 AM EST • Technology • bgr.com
Tattoos Affect Your Immune System in Ways We're Only Beginning to Understand

What's in your ink?

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Jan 3 • 9:00 AM EST • Science • sciencealert.com
Nintendo has trademarked Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash

Nintendo has recently trademarked The Legend of Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash. It is more than likely that this is just standard trademark renewal by Nintendo, but it would be…

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Jan 3 • 8:04 AM EST • Technology • mynintendonews.com
Rams assistant connected to Steelers as potential Mike Tomlin replacement

Could the Rams lose Chris Shula to the Steelers?

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Jan 3 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think

The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information across these timescales. The way this timing is organized affects how efficiently the brain switches between activity patterns tied to behavior. Differences in this system may help explain why people vary in cognitive ability.

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Jan 3 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Tierra Verde Marina expansion withdrawn, too late for some businesses

The owners withdrew their proposal amid community resistance, but not before forcing out local businesses.

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Jan 3 • 5:30 AM EST • Business • tampabay.com
Packers-Vikings Preview

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Justin Jefferson has hardly been admired more by the Minnesota Vikings than during this season of frustration for their once-potent offense, despite production by the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver that has lagged well behind his remarkable standard.

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Jan 2 • 8:13 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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A hidden brain problem may be an early warning for Alzheimer’s

Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup linked to memory loss and cognitive decline. In some cases, they may signal Alzheimer’s earlier than other commonly used brain markers. This could help physicians detect the disease earlier, before irreversible damage sets in.

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Jan 2 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions

Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme cosmic environments.

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Jan 2 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Best Of: The Science And Stories Of Time Travel : 1A

Have you ever fantasized about going back in time to relive a moment — or change it?Maybe you’re more interested in traveling to the future where cars fly and the code to immortality has been cracked.If the idea of time travel resonates with you, you’re far from alone — particularly during a year of political upheaval.Scientists moved one step closer to understanding time travel, at least hypothetically, this year. Two physicists at the University of Queensland in Australia created a model for studying the phenomenonWe’re not there yet. But when it comes to books, movies and TV shows, that’s a different story. We’ve been thinking about hurtling through history for a very, very long time.Why do we return time and time again to stories about time travel? Will it ever become a reality?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.

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Jan 2 • 6:21 PM EST • Science • npr.org
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It’s been 10 years since the Malheur armed standoff shook Oregon and national politics

Here’s a look at the Jan. 2, 2016 takeover that launched the age of confrontational populism in the U.S.

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Jan 2 • 3:14 PM EST • Politics • oregonlive.com
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CT to get $154M through federal rural health grant for 2026

CT will receive federal assistance to improve health care and access in rural parts of the state ahead of anticipated cuts to Medicaid.

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Jan 2 • 2:44 PM EST • Health • ctmirror.org
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5 Resolutions for 2026 That Won’t Expire by February

Achieve your 2026 resolutions guided by the power of micro-goals, SMART goals, and understanding plateaus with Michael Caine of Cone Health Sagewell Health & Fitness.

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Jan 2 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • conehealth.com
UCLA study links scar healing to dangerous placenta condition

New research led by UCLA Health suggests that how this scar tissue heals could be the key to better understand how placenta accreta spectrum develops, who is at risk and why the placenta attaches abnormally.

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Jan 2 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • uclahealth.org
Top 10 must-see metro Detroit concerts, entertainment events in 2026

Morgan Wallen has a two-night stand at Michigan Stadium, Detroit finally lands a K-pop show and a Hunger Games" prequel is on the way.

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Jan 2 • 6:01 AM EST • Entertainment • freep.com
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Researchers ask how gender-diverse people feel about donating their bodies to science

A new study at Western seeks to better understand what sex and gender diverse people think about donating their bodies to science. Researchers say this information can better inform future healthcare professionals on respecting their patients' identities.

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Jan 2 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • cbc.ca
Dybala wants to stay at Roma, ready to accept paycut

Paulo Dybala, La Repubblica reports today, has no intention of parting ways with Trigoria and has reportedly expressed his willingness to substantially renegotiate his salary in order to stay. An init...

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Jan 2 • 4:25 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Analysis: 2026 is a hinge in history that will define Trump’s second term and legacy

2026 will be a defining year for the political standing and ultimate substance and legacy of President Donald Trump’s second term, at home and overseas.

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Jan 2 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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A guide to choosing the right Apple Watch

The gap between Apple's standard and budget smart watches has never felt smaller.

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Jan 1 • 7:20 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Chevy Chase says 'misunderstanding' led to 'Community' exit, insists 'I'm not racist'

Chevy Chase has reacted to new remarks about his controversial 'Community' exit and use of the N-word on set, chalking it up to a 'misunderstanding' and insisting, 'I'm not racist.'

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Jan 1 • 4:56 PM EST • Entertainment • ew.com
No iPhone 18 Launch This Year, Reports Suggest

Apple is not expected to release a standard iPhone 18 model this year, according to a growing number of reports that suggest the company is planning a significant change to its long-standing annual iPhone launch cycle. Despite the immense success of the iPhone 17 in 2025, the iPhone 18 is not expected to arrive until the spring of 2027, leaving the iPhone 17 in the lineup as the latest standard model for over 18 months.

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Jan 1 • 11:43 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
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This 100-year-old teaching method is beating modern preschools

A first-of-its-kind national trial shows that public Montessori preschool students enter kindergarten with stronger reading, memory, and executive function skills than their peers. These gains don’t fade — they grow over time, bucking a long-standing trend in early education research. Even better, Montessori programs cost about $13,000 less per child than traditional preschool. The results suggest a powerful, affordable model hiding in plain sight.

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Jan 1 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Revisited: the real science of weight loss

In this episode from October, the leading nutritional scientist Kevin Hall tells Ian Sample what he wants us all to understand about diet, exercise and weight loss, and what led to his departure from the National Institutes of Health

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Jan 1 • 12:00 AM EST • Science • theguardian.com
Our most memorable business stories of 2025

Do you want to know what’s happening in the eastern Idaho business scene? We’ve got you covered. Here is a rundown of this week’s business news across the valley. BIZ BUZZ IDAHO FALLS Looking back at some of our favorite business stories this year Jon Cooney, center, with daughter, Ashli, right, and son, Tristan, opened […]

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Dec 31, 2025 • 10:00 PM EST • Business • eastidahonews.com
Top 10 people in science for 2025, according to Nature

From a CRISPR baby to a young AI disruptor, 2025 has seen some serious leaps in science and technology. It's also seen some people stand up to the growing pressures facing the science community. Now, the world's leading science journal, Nature, has named 10 prominent figures behind the year's standout moments, which stretch from the darkness of the deep sea to the far corners of the universe.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 7:03 PM EST • Science • newatlas.com
Christian Barmore faces domestic assault charge, Patriots release statement

Barmore is the second standout New England player to face criminal charges in the past two days

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Dec 31, 2025 • 1:08 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Meet the man who invites 1,000 people to his house every month

Once a month for 15 years, David Weiner has hosted a jazz party, inviting everyone he knows and many people he’s never met over to his D.C. rowhouse. Today, we revisit one of our favorite episodes of the year and go inside the wildly welcoming ritual to understand how he’s built this community — and kept it going.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • washingtonpost.com
How is Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill changing US taxes and healthcare in 2026?

Big changes are coming in the new year as healthcare subsidies expire and requirements for food assistance take effect.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 11:19 AM EST • Health • aljazeera.com
The year in Bay Area sports: Stories that show why 2025 was bigger and better

Steph Curry injured his hamstring and Fred Warner fractured his ankle, but it wasn’t all bad. The Valkyries’ rise and the 49ers’ late-season surge captured our attention.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Sports • sfstandard.com
The best in military entertainment from 2025 (and what sucked)

While 2025 was a mixed bag for military-veteran entertainment, what stands out is that no one tells the veteran story better than veterans.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Entertainment • wearethemighty.com
What if AI becomes conscious and we never know

A philosopher at the University of Cambridge says there’s no reliable way to know whether AI is conscious—and that may remain true for the foreseeable future. According to Dr. Tom McClelland, consciousness alone isn’t the ethical tipping point anyway; sentience, the capacity to feel good or bad, is what truly matters. He argues that claims of conscious AI are often more marketing than science, and that believing in machine minds too easily could cause real harm. The safest stance for now, he says, is honest uncertainty.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
The duo kite-skiing 4000 kilometres across Antarctica for science

An explorer and a glaciologist are kite-skiing across Antarctica with a ground-penetrating radar to gather data that will help understand the past and future of the ice sheet

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Dec 31, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Science • newscientist.com
How Pakistan’s Asim Munir became Trump’s ‘favourite field marshal’

The army chief, analysts say, has driven Pakistan's geopolitical reemergence over the past year as a soldier-diplomat.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 12:41 AM EST • Politics • aljazeera.com
Advancing the America First Global Health Strategy Through a Landmark Bilateral Global Health MOU with Côte d’Ivoire - United States Department of State

Under the America First Global Health Strategy, the United States is refocusing global health assistance to protect the American people from infectious disease threats, while ending open-ended dependency on U.S. taxpayers. That approach is being put into action through Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that require U.S. assistance recipients to invest their own resources and take […]

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Dec 30, 2025 • 9:00 PM EST • Health • state.gov
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Burnley analysis: Spirited response after nightmare start

Scott Parker's final instructions would still have been ringing in his players' ears when Joelinton put Newcastle United in front. It was the quickest goal Burnley have conceded in a Premier League game. If that was not bad enough, Yoane Wissa made it 2-0 just a few minutes later with Burnley aggrieved after Laurent was bundled over in the build-up by Bruno Guimaraes, only for the goal to stand following a check by the video assistant referee.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 5:04 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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IRS increases business mileage rate by 2.5 cents for 2026

The standard mileage rate for the business use of a car, truck, van or other vehicle will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026. The IRS announced Monday that beginning Jan. 1, the standard mileage rate for a qualifying vehicle will be 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents from 2025. The rate will be 20.5 […]

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Dec 30, 2025 • 3:00 PM EST • Business • businessreport.com
Giorgio Armani, Stanley Fischer Among Business Leaders Who Died in 2025

A city-enhancing “starchitect,” a savior of IBM, a revered fashion designer and the founding chairman of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission were among the notable business and finance figures who died in 2025.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 1:55 PM EST • Business • bloomberg.com
IRS increases 2026 business mileage rate by 2.5 cents

WASHINGTON (AP) — The standard mileage rate for the business use of a car, truck, van or other vehicle will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026. The IRS announced Monday that beginning Jan. 1, the standa…

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Dec 30, 2025 • 12:39 PM EST • Business • thehill.com
IRS increases 2026 business mileage rate by 2.5 cents

The IRS announces an increase in the standard mileage rate for business use of vehicles

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Dec 30, 2025 • 12:39 PM EST • Business • abcnews.go.com
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IRS Increases 2026 Business Mileage Rate by 2.5 Cents

WASHINGTON (AP) — The standard mileage rate for the business use of a car, truck, van or other vehicle will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026. The IRS announced Monday that beginning Jan. 1, the standard mileage rate for a qualifying vehicle will be 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents from 2025. The rate ...

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Dec 30, 2025 • 12:39 PM EST • Business • usnews.com
Weekly scores and standings for Binghamton-area high school sports

Here's a quick rundown of tournament results, game scores and standings for 12/22 - 12/28.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 12:34 PM EST • Sports • pressconnects.com
Samsung's $250 Galaxy Tab A11+ is a big upgrade by budget Android tablet standards

The Galaxy Tab A11+ just went official and it actually seems like a pretty decent Android tablet for its $250...

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Dec 30, 2025 • 11:40 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
GameSir put a tiny force feedback steering wheel on its new Swift Drive controller

Motors in the wheel and triggers provide resistance in response to what’s happening in-game.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 10:59 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Samsung Welcomes Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ to the Galaxy Ecosystem

Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ deliver innovative experiences for every kind of user — from improved displays and new features to stand out cameras

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Dec 30, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • news.samsung.com
Scientists stunned by a massive hydrothermal field off Greece

Scientists have uncovered an extensive underwater vent system near Milos, Greece, hidden along active fault lines beneath the seafloor. These geological fractures act as pathways for hot, gas-rich fluids to escape, forming clusters of vents with striking visual diversity. The discovery surprised researchers, who observed boiling fluids and vibrant microbial mats during deep-sea dives. Milos now stands out as one of the Mediterranean’s most important sites for studying Earth’s dynamic interior.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Brennan Johnson transfer news: Crystal Palace agree £35m fee with Tottenham for winger

Brennan Johnson is yet to make a final decision on whether to join Crystal Palace, Sky Sports News understands; Johnson joined Tottenham for £47.5m from Nottingham Forest; 24-year-old has scored 27 goals in 107 games, including the Europa League final winner

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Dec 30, 2025 • 6:20 AM EST • Sports • skysports.com
LG has announced a rival to one of Samsung’s most controversial TVs

Will LG’s lifestyle TV offer style and substance?

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Dec 30, 2025 • 6:03 AM EST • Technology • whathifi.com
Prisco's NFL Week 18 Power Rankings: Kyle Shanahan coaching season of his life

Pete Prisco breaks down where every team stands entering the final week of the regular season.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Game Preview: Hurricanes vs. Rangers

Carolina closes out their homestand against New York.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 2:11 PM EST • Sports • canescountry.com
Citrus Burn Cited in Scientific Discussion of Metabolic Health and Dietary Support

Citrus Burn is discussed in the context of consumer and scientific discourses with wider discussions on the topic of metabolic health, dietary supplements, and wellness decision-making Citrus Burn Citrus Burn New York City, NY, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dietary supplements positioning, understanding, and appraisal by the general population have become a subject of consumer reporting and scientific debate as interest in metabolic health and weight-related wellness and in the role dietary

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Dec 29, 2025 • 12:42 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
What Health Care Consumers Need to Know About ACA Marketplace Coverage for 2026 - State of Delaware News

Dover, DE (December 30, 2025) —Time is running out – enroll for 2026 now. January 15 is the final deadline to enroll in an ACA Marketplace plan for 2026. Individuals who don’t act by Jan. 15, 2026, may not get coverage for 2026 unless they qualify for a Special Enrollment Period based on circumstances such […]

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Dec 29, 2025 • 11:55 AM EST • Health • news.delaware.gov
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Breaks Ryan Seacrest’s Heart With $100,000 Loss

Did you figure out this four-word puzzle?

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Dec 29, 2025 • 11:51 AM EST • Entertainment • wyomingnewsnow.tv
Why AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Is Falling Today

Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) fell 3.2% in the morning session after investor concerns about the company's underlying financial health overshadowed a report of strong moviegoer attendance over the final weekend of 2025. The company reported that 5.5 million people visited its theaters globally. Despite this positive attendance, the stock's decline reflected deep skepticism about the company's future. Financial data revealed significant challenges, including a substantial

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Dec 29, 2025 • 10:55 AM EST • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Bengals' updated NFL draft order standing after Week 17 win

The Bengals impacted their spot in the NFL draft order with the win over the Cardinals.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 9:41 AM EST • Sports • bengalswire.usatoday.com
Encore: Bridging Distances with AI and Telemedicine, and Destigmatizing Mental Health for Health Care Workers

As we close out 2025, we’re excited to share highlights from two impactful episodes of the Advancing Health podcast that sparked dialogue around improving health care in America.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 7:18 AM EST • Health • aha.org
Americans in 1998 tried to predict 2025. Here’s what they got right

In the year 1998 – when Bill Clinton was president, most households still had landline phones, and CNN’s website looked like this – Gallup and USA Today called up 1,055 Americans on those landlines and asked them for their best predictions about a year in the distant future: 2025.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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One number controls your early retirement health costs — understand it and say goodbye to Medicare fears

Here's how it can make or break your health care costs in early retirement.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Palm Beach County professionals on the move for the week of Dec. 29

Top Palm Beach County business professionals moving up within their industry or standing out in their community.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 6:02 AM EST • Business • palmbeachpost.com
'Raising questions' isn't enough. The best films of the year took a stance

Now is not the time for subtlety, nostalgia or neutrality on screen.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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HKSH Medical Group and Southern University of Science and Technology Collaborate for Medical and Medical Physics Training, Enhancing Medical Education and Research Innovation

HKSH Medical Group ("HKSH") and Southern University of Science and Technology ("SUSTech") officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") on 15 December 2025, a significant initiative to deepen collaboration between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland in the fields of medicine and medical physics.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 3:12 AM EST • Science • finance.yahoo.com
Kratom and 7-OH products are widely available. They’re also at the heart of a public health debate. : Short Wave

Kratom and 7-OH products are available in many smoke shops. But earlier this year, the FDA recommended certain 7-OH products be scheduled alongside opioids. This isn’t the first time kratom has come under scrutiny. Nearly a decade ago, the DEA wanted to make certain active ingredients in kratom controlled substances. Meaning products would go from being widely available to highly restricted. After a massive wave of protest, the DEA decided not to move forward. Producer Rachel Carlson joins host Emily Kwong to talk about what could happen this time around, and what scientists know – and don’t know – about kratom and 7-OH. Interested in more of the science behind drugs and supplements? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Morgan Stanley upgrades Galaxy Entertainment stock to Overweight By Investing.com

Morgan Stanley upgrades Galaxy Entertainment stock to Overweight

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Dec 29, 2025 • 2:52 AM EST • Entertainment • investing.com
4 more African nations secure $2.3bn US health funding under America First strategy

The United States has signed four new Global Health Cooperation Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with Ethiopia, Botswana, Sierra Leone and Madagascar, marking a major expansion of Washington’s health engagement in Africa under President Donald Trump’s America First Global Health Strategy

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Dec 29, 2025 • 1:57 AM EST • Health • africa.businessinsider.com
From Pinky’s to plating: Sheila Crowe’s catering business grows beyond the stand

After 10 summers serving sweet treats from her signature pink trailer on Owensboro’s west side, Sheila Crowe has closed the chapter on Pinky’s SnowCones and Snacks — but her food journey is far from over.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 1:13 AM EST • Business • owensborotimes.com
Panthers shine through ups and downs in 2025 fall sports

Record-breaking performances, thrilling matchups and standout athletes defined Chapman’s season across football, soccer, volleyball, water polo and cross country.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 9:13 PM EST • Sports • thepanthernewspaper.org
Top New Mexico sports stories of 2025 (non-prep)

Coach Jason Eck transformed the Lobos into Mountain West champions while Diego Pavia made history and UNM distance running dominated the national stage.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 7:11 PM EST • Sports • abqjournal.com
Why Karoline Leavitt’s pregnancy is so rare in American – and world politics | World News - The Times of India

US News: Karoline Leavitt announced on Friday that she was expecting a baby girl in May. She did so quietly, with an Instagram post showing her standing beside.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 6:36 PM EST • Politics • timesofindia.indiatimes.com
A guide to choosing the right Apple Watch

The gap between Apple's standard and budget smart watches has never felt smaller.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 3:00 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Zohran Mamdani’s victory bridges long-standing divisions within the city's Muslim community

As Zohran Mamdani prepares to be inaugurated as the city’s next mayor, Muslim New Yorkers say his victory represents more than a historic first.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 3:00 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Year in review: The standout health stories of 2025, from measles outbreaks to AI-made viruses

Catch up on the latest trends in health news in this roundup of long-reads compiled by Live Science's health channel editor.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Health • livescience.com
Thousands in Kabul attend Afghanistan’s national buzkashi championship

Taliban authorities attend traditional sport characterised by limited formal rules and fierce physical competition.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 5:28 AM EST • Sports • aljazeera.com
Charleston's top business stories of 2025

A $9 billion AI investment from Google, a snapback at Boeing South Carolina and the final year-round Carnival cruise from downtown Charleston were among the biggest headlines of the past year.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • postandcourier.com
Pittsburgh should stop making businesses pay income taxes

Thank you for today’s editorial supporting a land-value tax and explaining the logic behind it. I ask you, who seem to understand that taxing something...

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Dec 28, 2025 • 4:30 AM EST • Business • post-gazette.com
5 instant takeaways from the Ravens’ win over the Packers

The Ravens steamrolled the Packers on Saturday night. Here are the top takeaways from the 41-24 win.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 1:31 AM EST • Sports • baltimorebeatdown.com
EA-War on Politics 24 VideoCast: Can Ukraine and Europe Break Putin's Invasion?

32 minutes on negotiations and state of Kyiv's resistance of Russian invasion: can Ukraine and Europe get US support to halt Vladimir Putin?

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Dec 28, 2025 • 1:26 AM EST • Politics • eaworldview.com
The week ahead in business

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Dec 28, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Business • postandcourier.com
Scientists Rule Out Existence Of Particle After 10 Years Of Research

This discovery is important because it ruled out a major possibility for new physics beyond the Standard Model.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 10:55 PM EST • Science • ndtv.com
87,000+ MongoDB Instances Vulnerable to MongoBleed Flaw Exposed Online

A high-severity vulnerability in MongoDB Server that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to siphon sensitive data from database memory.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 10:41 PM EST • Technology • cybersecuritynews.com
2025 Business School Rankings: The Complete Collection

Wondering where your favorite business schools stand? P&Q's annual collection of all the business school rankings that matter

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Dec 27, 2025 • 7:52 PM EST • Business • poetsandquants.com
Raptors look to regain consistency vs. Warriors

The Toronto Raptors need to use their five-game homestand that opens Sunday afternoon against the Golden State Warriors to regain the consistency they have been missing.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 4:01 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Google founder Sergey Brin tells Stanford engineering students: I made the mistake of thinking I am the next Steve Jobs and can make ... - The Times of India

Tech News News: Google co-founder Sergey Brin recently shared an important tip that he said he learned from one of the company's biggest hardware failures. During a t.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 1:36 PM EST • Technology • timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Rainbow Six Siege Is Being Hacked, As Players Are Gifted 2 Billion Credits, While Ban Logs Are Spammed With Digs At Ubisoft

Content creators urge players to stay offline until the problem has been resolved, given the extent of the breach.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 11:46 AM EST • Technology • thegamer.com
Stanford scientists uncover why mRNA COVID vaccines can trigger heart inflammation

Stanford scientists have uncovered how mRNA COVID-19 vaccines can very rarely trigger heart inflammation in young men — and how that risk might be reduced. They found that the vaccines can spark a two-step immune reaction that floods the body with inflammatory signals, drawing aggressive immune cells into the heart and causing temporary injury.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 10:53 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
CFP Futures Betting Report: Action on Standalone Playoff Games Reaching NFL Heights

CFP quarterfinals games are giving the NFL a run for its money when it comes to the betting action. Patrick Everson has insight on how the cash is coming in.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 10:27 AM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
Ten-man Derby were 'outstanding'

Derby manager John Eustace is full of his praise for his side as they earn a draw at Birmingham City despite playing more than half the game with 10 men.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 8:14 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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Christmas Standings: How the Penguins sit after a December fall

The Penguins got to Thanksgiving holiday and the end of November with the fourth best points percentage and similar spot in the division. December didn’t go as smoothly, they leave in seventh place in points, and barely sixth in points%, thanks to a 1-5-4 slump that saw losing every which way you can go. We’ll […]

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Dec 27, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Sports • pensburgh.com
5 Of The Most Reliable German SUVs, According To Consumer Reports

What are the most reliable German SUVs? According to Consumer Reports, models like the BMW X3, X5, X5 Plug-In Hybrid, X7, and Audi Q7 stand out.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 5:25 AM EST • Technology • jalopnik.com
Prisma moves to restrict child visitors in light of rising flu rates in SC

Greenville-based Prisma Health, which serves much of the Midlands and Upstate SC, is cutting child visitors as flu infections rise in South Carolina.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 6:00 PM EST • Health • postandcourier.com
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petgugu to Showcase Its AI-Driven Pet Health Ecosystem at CES 2026, Featuring the World’s First Self-Flushing Smart Cat Toilet

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- petgugu, a leading pet technology company focused on AI- and robotics-enabled intelligent care systems, will introduce its full AI Pet Health Ecosystem at CES 2026 (January 6–9, 2026), at Booth 53162 in the Venetian Expo Halls A–D. The ecosystem is designed to help families better understand and manage their pets’ well-being through continuous monitoring, data insights, and automated hygiene technologies. AI Pet Health Ecosystem: A Data-Driven Framewo

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Dec 26, 2025 • 5:25 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
The Rearview Mirror: Arts, culture and entertainment in and around Ogden shined in 2025

Editor’s note: As 2025 winds down, the Ogden Standard-Examiner is taking a look back at the year that was for the region. Today we present the fourth of four stories recounting the Top 5 stories in Major Events, Entertainment & Culture, Government and Local First Responders recounting some of the greatest highs and most devastating […]

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Dec 26, 2025 • 3:13 PM EST • Entertainment • standard.net
My 65-year-old mom is healthy, but she started purging her stuff. Being part of the process is helping me learn about my family.

My mom began Swedish death cleaning to prepare for the future — but what she really gave me was peace, connection, and understanding.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 2:38 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Updated NFC playoff picture headed into Week 17

Where do things stand going into the penultimate weekend?

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Dec 26, 2025 • 1:41 PM EST • Sports • seahawkswire.usatoday.com
Try not to smile at these 5 feel-good science stories from 2025 | BBC Science Focus Magazine

We run down five of the best good-news science stories from 2025 – from beating ageing to uncovering the distant Universe

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Dec 26, 2025 • 10:30 AM EST • Science • sciencefocus.com
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New science points to 4 distinct types of autism

When Marc and Cristina Easton’s son was diagnosed with autism at 20 months, the Baltimore couple left the doctor’s appointment in confusion. Their toddler - who was very social - didn’t resemble the picture of the condition they thought they knew. And the specialists could offer little clarity about why or what lay ahead. It wasn’t until four years after their child’s diagnosis that the Eastons finally began to get answers that offered them a glimmer of understanding. This summer, a team from Pr

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Dec 26, 2025 • 9:33 AM EST • Science • yahoo.com