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Colorectal cancer now deadliest type for certain group of Americans, study finds
New American Cancer Society research reveals colorectal cancer deaths rising among younger adults, while other cancer mortality rates decline significantly.
FTX exec Caroline Ellison is now a free woman
Caroline Ellison, the former Alameda Research CEO, was freed this week after spending about 14 months of her two-year sentence in federal custody.
Woman who embezzled $2.6M from Lynchburg business will spend another 5 years behind bars
A woman who embezzled $2.6 million from a Lynchburg business will spend another five years behind bars.Teresa Proffitt was sentenced on January 21.EARLIER: Wo
Which sports offer the biggest longevity boost? | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Certain sports may provide more longevity benefits than others, according to research.
Michelle Obama says US moving toward having a woman president
Former first lady Michelle Obama said in a new interview that the country is moving toward the direction of having a woman president — taking a softer approach after previously saying the country is not ready for one.
Common vitamin byproduct may help cancer evade immune system, study finds
A Vitamin A byproduct could weaken the immune system's cancer-fighting ability, according to new Princeton University research.
A woman and her dad spent $80,000 renovating a 1930s Texas home
Ali Michel's home was marketed as a teardown. She transformed it into her dream cottage instead, celebrating its 1930s origins with the design.
How Trump turned a January 6 death into the politics of ‘protecting women’
In the wake of the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, President Donald Trump quickly took up the cause of a 35-year-old veteran named Ashli Babbitt.“Who killed Ashli Babbitt?” he asked in a one-sentence statement on July 1, 2021. “An innocent, wonderful, incredible woman, a military wom...
Trump urges Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow to run for U.S. Senate: ‘Run, Julia, Run!”
Trump referred to Letlow as a “Highly Respected America First Congresswoman” and said she is “Great Star, has been from the very beginning, and only gets better!”
Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency
President Donald Trump has leaned into his presidential clemency powers much more aggressively in his second term –in fact, he’s pardoned one woman twice.
Video Why one Texas woman married for healthcare
Mila Clarke from the Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition shares why she made the decision to marry her partner so she could join his health plan after her diabetes treatment premiums skyrocketed.
A woman and her husband built her mom a tiny home on their property
When Yeli Heidecker and her husband discovered it would cost at least $63,000 to have a tiny home built for her mom, they decided to do it themselves.
I replaced my compulsive scrolling with these apps — and my attention span actually recovered
This is the story of how I fixed my attention span
New pardons from President Trump, including one for a woman he let out of prison before
Trump Sets Fraudster Free From Prison for a Second Time
The president issued a raft of clemency grants this week, including pardoning a woman he had given relief to once before and a man whose daughter had donated millions to a Trump super PAC.
SC: Upstate woman wins in court, says business has yet to pay what's owed
An Upstate woman claims she is having a hard time getting what the court says she is owed from a business. It comes after she says she saved up to buy a vehicle, but the deal she thought she had turned out not to be so sweet.
A woman and her husband saved $20,000 living in her parents' basement
Caroline Navarrete's parents bought a home and transformed the finished basement into an apartment for their daughter and her husband.
The Minneapolis mayor ‘grabbed the megaphone’ and told ICE to leave his city. Trump doubled down instead
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivered a stern message one week ago to federal agents following the deadly shooting of a Minnesota woman who was protesting their efforts to round up immigrants in the state. “Get the f**k out of Minneapolis,” Frey said.
As rumors swirl about Midtown Costco, KC acts to preserve current retail format
Mayor Quinton Lucas and Councilwoman Melissa Patterson Hazley proposed an ordinance to partner with Costco to retain its Midtown warehouse offerings.
Forcing an early wake-up time could harm your health, sleep doctors warn
Experts say forcing a 6 a.m. wake-up isn’t healthy for everyone. Your chronotype affects sleep quality, mood and health more than waking early.
The Bare Minimum You Need to Move Weekly to Improve Your Health
If you have a goal to improve your health this year, here is the bare minimum to aim for when it comes to cardio, mobility and strength training.
Scientists find a natural sunscreen hidden in hot springs bacteria
Researchers studying cyanobacteria from hot springs in Thailand have discovered a new natural UV-blocking compound with impressive antioxidant power. Unlike conventional sunscreens, it’s biocompatible and potentially safer for both people and the environment. The molecule is produced only under UV and salt stress and uses a unique biosynthetic pathway never seen before. This could help drive a new generation of eco-friendly sunscreens and skincare products.
Scientists discover how the uterus knows when to push during childbirth
Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure and stretch sensors in uterine muscles and surrounding nerves work together to trigger coordinated contractions. When these sensors are disrupted, contractions weaken and delivery slows. The discovery helps explain stalled labor—and could one day lead to better ways to manage childbirth.
Helena Moreno sworn-in as mayor of New Orleans
The former journalist is the second woman and the first person of Hispanic descent to serve in the office.
Mary Peltola enters Alaska U.S. Senate race
The former congresswoman is challenging incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan. Nationally, Democrats have high hopes that she can flip the seat.
Mary Peltola Runs for Senate in Alaska, Lifting Democrats’ Hopes
The former congresswoman is the latest top-tier recruit for Democrats, who face a difficult Senate map this year as they try to retake control of the chamber.
Favorite US national park, from woman who's been to all 63
As someone who's been to every US national park, Grand Teton is my favorite. From the mountains to the cute towns nearby, there's so much to love.
Minnesota state legislators go to rural communities to better understand healthcare needs
Rural Minnesotans face rising health care costs and clinic closures. Lawmakers are holding listening sessions to hear residents’ challenges and explore solutions.
Minnesota finds itself in an unwelcome, divisive political spotlight
Minnesota has found itself at the epicenter of the political world, reeling from tensions sparked by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shooting a woman — an incident that…
Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it's not a cure-all
Weighted vests are among the latest fitness trends. But like any tool, their effectiveness depends on their use.
Small crowd confronts federal agents in St. Cloud, Minnesota
A crowd surrounded and shouted at federal agents to leave after they followed a woman into a shopping center parking lot in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Missing woman last seen at AnMed Health Campus, police say
Her case number is 26-00381.
Think The World Is Getting Worse? Science Has Some Surprising Good News
It's not as bad as you think.
We’ve finally found the mental ‘brake’ behind procrastination | BBC Science Focus Magazine
A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off.
Minnesota prosecution of ICE officer faces new political obstacles under Trump
The Trump administration made its opinion known almost immediately after an ICE agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday: The officer acted heroically in defending himself from Renee Nicole Good, who was intent on running him over with her Honda Pilot in an act of “domestic terrorism.” “The officer, fearing for his […]
Mutual distrust derailed plans for a joint FBI and state criminal investigation into Minneapolis ICE shooting
Mutual distrust between federal and state authorities derailed plans for a joint FBI and state criminal investigation into Wednesday’s shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer, leading to the highly unusual move by the Justice Department to block state investigators from participating in the probe.
Science history: Sophie Germain, first woman to win France's prestigious 'Grand Mathematics Prize' is snubbed when tickets to award ceremony are 'lost in the mail'
Sophie Germain was a brilliant, self-taught mathematician who won one of France's most prestigious prizes, yet she declined to attend the award ceremony because the committee members didn't respect her work.
Roger Arliner Young | Black Zoologist, Women in Science, Women of Color, Race, & Fellowship
Roger Arliner Young was the first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in zoology in the United States and is known for her biological research and teaching as well as social activism.
Analysis: JD Vance just sharply undercut the Trump team’s ICE shooting narrative
Mere hours after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent killed a woman Wednesday in Minneapolis, the Trump administration staked out a maximalist position.
Vance calls criticism of Minneapolis ICE shooting 'preposterous'
JD Vance said the immigration agent who fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis acted in "self defense," and the woman was to blame for the incident.
JONATHAN TURLEY: Minnesota Democrats' choose 'rage politics' over sanity
New York Democrat Rep. Dan Goldman and Minneapolis officials dismiss due process in case involving shooting of woman who sped toward ICE agent.
People in Brazil are living past 110 and scientists want to know why
Scientists are uncovering why Brazil may be one of the most important yet underused resources for studying extreme longevity. Its highly diverse population harbors millions of genetic variants missing from standard datasets, including rare changes linked to immune strength and cellular maintenance. Brazilian supercentenarians often remain mentally sharp, survive serious infections, and come from families where multiple members live past 100. Together, they reveal aging not as inevitable decline, but as a form of biological resilience.
Just 10 minutes of exercise can trigger powerful anti-cancer effects
A brief, intense workout may do more than boost fitness—it could help fight cancer. Researchers found that just 10 minutes of hard exercise releases molecules into the bloodstream that switch on DNA repair and shut down cancer growth signals. When these molecules were applied to bowel cancer cells, hundreds of cancer-related genes changed activity. The discovery helps explain how exercise lowers cancer risk and hints at future therapies inspired by movement.
Another violent death in Minneapolis lays bare the nation’s fractured politics
Analysis: The killing quickly became the latest explosive incident in the second term of Donald Trump that is dragging politics to a bitter breaking point.
Wethersfield woman’s bonnet business made her an early female entrepreneur
While Danbury is known as the Hat City of the World, Wethersfield has its own claim to headwear fame through a woman who turned local grass into a thriving bonnet business.
Popular intermittent fasting diets may not deliver the health benefits many expect
New study suggests intermittent fasting may not deliver promised health benefits beyond weight loss, challenging beliefs about time-restricted eating.
Surveillance video shows woman set fire outside Hollywood business
A South Florida woman was arrested for a case of arson at a business that was caught on camera.
Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. A Rice psychologist is investigating how irrelevant visual information interferes with our ability to stay on task and why certain distractions slow us down more than others.
Woman Says Boyfriend Asked for ‘Break’ Over Her Health After a Short Hospital Stay. So She Chose a Permanent Goodbye
A woman says her boyfriend asked for a break moments after she was hospitalized and admitted he couldn’t picture a future with her due to her health. Feeling blindsided and hurt by what she saw as conditional love, she chose to end the relationship permanently and sought validation from Reddit.
Family calls for change after metal health calls 'ignored'
The family of a Southampton woman who took her own life wants better logging of calls to the NHS.
Woman arrested for burglary at LaGrange towing business
A woman was arrested early Saturday morning after police said she broke into a towing business and entered a vehicle on the lot.
Shrewsbury woman's six-figure business started from doing nails at home
Becci Hollis started off teaching people from her bedroom, now she sells products worldwide.
Aberdare woman swaps personal trainer for AI ahead of half marathon
Could AI be changing the fitness industry by offering a cheaper alternative to personal trainers?
Oregon Health Plan to remain in network at Salem Health in 2026
Salem Health and PacificSource reached a new contract agreement to cover patients on Medicaid, a Salem Health spokeswoman said Tuesday. The news comes a day before the existing contract was set to expire.
Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia's Public Service Commission
Alicia Johnson will become the first Black woman elected to a statewide post in Georgia that isn’t a judgeship
New PSC commissioner sworn in, making Georgia history for Black women
Democrat Alicia Johnson made history Monday when she was sworn in as the first Black woman to serve on the Georgia Public Service Commission.
Georgia GOP congresswoman rips ‘Mar-a-Lago sexualization,’ Trump’s lack of ‘faith’
"I’ve always been uncomfortable with how those women puff up their lips and enlarge their breasts."
Creative Cypher enters new era with first woman president of entertainment powerhouse
On the heels of two Emmy nominations, three Telly Awards and major festivals, Creative Cypher - the innovative content collective founded by visionary creative and producer Troy Pryor - is entering a bold new era.
Record-breaking flu numbers reported in New York state, sparking warnings from officials
New York reports record flu surge with over 71,000 cases in one week - the highest since tracking began in 2004. Health officials urge vaccination.
Housing market expected to offer little relief for buyers in 2026 despite modest improvements ahead
The U.S. housing market is expected to show modest improvement in 2026, with mortgage rates dropping slightly and home sales increasing 2%.
Brigitte Bardot Dies: Iconic French Actress Was 91
In the late '50s and '60s, she earned the nickname 'Sex Kitten,' and was best known for 'And God Created Woman.'
Lenoir County woman charged with felony larceny following investigation at local business
Upon reviewing surveillance video, deputies determined that Spruill, an employee of Fuel Warehouse, had unlawfully removed $2,289.01 from a money bag.
California woman delivers healthy baby after ‘essentially unheard of’ ectopic pregnancy
Suze Lopez found out she was pregnant only days before giving birth, due to fetus hiding behind 22lb ovarian cyst
NYC woman driven to suicide by 'extreme work stress' at Hell's...
Walking in snow can have a surprising effect on your mental health...
Huntsville Nightlife Businesses Launch Unified Safety Initiative While Navigating Privacy Questions
Huntsville City Councilwoman Michelle Watkins joined local club and restaurant owners to announce a coordinated, business-led effort to improve safety across
Eating more vitamin C can physically change your skin
Vitamin C doesn’t just belong in skincare products—it works even better when you eat it. Scientists discovered that vitamin C from food travels through the bloodstream into every layer of the skin, boosting collagen and skin renewal. People who ate two vitamin C–packed kiwifruit daily showed thicker, healthier skin. The findings suggest glowing skin really does start from within.
Proposal would end in-play sports bets in New York
Yet another piece of legislation has been introduced seeking further limits on sports betting in New York state. Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City, recently introduced legislation (A.9343) that would no longer allow casinos and mobile sports betting platforms to accept in-play wagers. In-play sports betting, also known as live betting or in-game betting, is…
Proposal Would End In-Play Sports Bets In N.Y.
Yet another piece of legislation has been introduced seeking further limits on sports betting in New York state. Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City, recently introduced legislation (A.9343) that would no longer allow casinos and mobile sports betting platforms to accept in-play wagers. In-play sports betting, also known as live betting or in-game betting, is […]
My husband died unexpectedly 6 years ago. I'm so grateful for the many holiday photos and videos I have of him.
After her husband died weeks after Christmas, a woman reflects on their last holiday together and why capturing everyday moments now matters.
'If She Knows, Run': Woman Doesn’t Know How to Open Door to McLaren. Her Date Calls It a ‘Green Flag’
A man says it was a 'green flag' that his date couldn't figure out how to open his McLaren's doors. So how do they work?
Woman Suffers AI Psychosis After Obsessively Generating AI Images of Herself
A woman working for a generative AI image startup says the tech led her into a manic bipolar episode, which triggered psychosis.
Wisconsin judge sends Slender Man attacker back to mental health institution after group home escape
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin woman who almost killed her sixth-grade classmate to please the fictional horror villain known as Slender Man was ordered back to a state psychiatric hospital Tuesday after she escaped from her group home last month.
This is what the ‘most attractive woman alive’ looks like, according to science | - The Times of India
Trending News: Discover the statistical profile of the 'most attractive woman alive' based on analysis of Maxim's Hot 100 lists from 2016 to 2025, identifying key traits and trends in modern beauty standards.
From CIA officer to Governor: Abigail Spanberger on intelligence and politics : Sources & Methods
Virginia governor-elect Abigail Spanberger will be the first woman and the first former CIA officer to lead the commonwealth.Host Mary Louise Kelly talks to Spanberger about her unconventional career path that took her from Langley to D.C. and now to Richmond, and how some of her skills from gathering intelligence come in handy in politics. Email the show at sourcesandmethods@npr.orgNPR+ supporters hear every episode without sponsor messages and unlock access to our complete archive. Sign up at plus.npr.org.
Springville woman given probation for hitting employee with car after stealing sports cards
A Springville woman pleaded guilty to hitting an employee with her car after stealing sports cards from an antiques store.
Ephrata theater celebrates 45 years with Sondheim, ‘1776,’ ‘Spider Woman,’ ‘Cinderella’
Whether you’re interested in classic or contemporary musicals from the American theater canon, edgy plays that seek to come to terms with uncomfortable parts of American history or theatrical revues,
'I've lived it': Valeria Alarcón pushes for state funding for rural, tribal health councils
"As a woman of color, cancer survivor in this field of work, it feels like all of my life experiences are ... to inform the work that I do —
Woman accused of identity theft arrested at Stanton County business
Deputies say information on her arrest will be forwarded to federal authorities for possible additional charges.
East Lyme business owner sentenced to probation for tax fraud
An East Lyme woman who operated a cleaning business was sentenced to three years of probation for tax fraud after underreporting her income by hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Bella Abzug's Impact on NYC Politics | The Brian Lehrer Show
Errol Louis talks about his new podcast about the impact of the former Congresswoman Bella Abzug, plus the latest local political news.
Woman charged after authorities bust rooster-fighting ring behind north Houston business
A 58-year-old Houston woman has been charged, two weeks after authorities uncovered an active rooster-fighting ring behind a north Houston business.
Beachy Head Woman may be ‘local girl from Eastbourne’, say scientists
Exclusive: DNA advances show Roman-era skeleton, once hailed as first black Briton, came from southern England
Democratic socialists gain visibility in Detroit amid national movement
Detroit City Councilwoman Gabriela Santiago-Romero and Council member-elect Denzel McCampbell both identify as democratic socialists.
Working Families Party makes early endorsements
The party voted to back Assemblywoman Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas over State Sen. Jessica Ramos.
Home health care aide steals elderly woman’s credit card info, police say
A home health care aide and her partner are accused of stealing an 81-year-old woman's credit card information to make more than $1200 in payments.
On Politics: Republicans are giving Kathy Hochul a re-election gift
It was already going to be hard for Elise Stefanik, the Republican congresswoman, to beat Gov. Kathy Hochul next year.Now she’ll have to contend with Bruce Blakeman, who recently announced his plans to run for governor and will, at the minimum, make life more difficult for her in the Republican primary. Stefanik has come out swinging against the Nassau County executive, attacking him as a perennial candidate who is too liberal for Republican primary voters.Stefanik should win. A large chunk of the GOP primary vote is concentrated north of the New York City suburbs, where she is strongest. She has the support of the state party chair, Ed Cox, and a wide array of politicians and local organizations. She is a loyal ally of Donald Trump and a frequent presence on cable TV.
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar says ICE agents pulled over her son
Somali-born Minnesota representative says her son was let go once he produced his ID
Staff complaints, financial pressures roil Planned Parenthood in Minnesota
Planned Parenthood faces external pressures from federal budget cuts and hostile state governments. But current and former employees at the organization’s Minnesota-based Midwest affiliate complain that management is making matters worse.
LAPD at Rob Reiner-linked home in Brentwood, two people found dead: Live updates
Two people, a 78 year-old man and 68-year-old woman, have been found dead a home linked to Hollywood director Rob Reiner, officials said.
Nutrient deficiency linked to heart disease risk for millions, new study warns
Global omega-3 deficiency affects 76% of people worldwide, significantly increasing risks for heart disease, cognitive decline and chronic inflammation.
Exclusive: Is America ready for a woman president? Nancy Pelosi's surprising take.
Exit interview: After four decades, the most powerful woman in the history of the United States heads home. She's still defiant.
Investigation underway after business owner says woman’s body dumped in southwest Miami-Dade
An investigation is underway after a woman’s body was allegedly dumped outside a business in southwest Miami-Dade early Friday morning, according to the owner who discovered the scene.
Sharon Osbourne says Ozzy's infidelity didn't faze her until he brought another woman into their home
Sharon Osbourne was both aware of and largely unbothered by the indiscretions of her late husband, Ozzy Osbourne — with one notable exception.
Congresswoman Goes There With Wild Theory on Trump’s Health
A Democrat is posting a much-whispered theory as she “asks questions.”
'Supergirl' trailer reveals Jason Momoa's Lobo, Milly Alcock taking flight
Supergirl and Jason Momoa's Lobo take flight in the first trailer for next year's Milly Alcock-fronted DC Studios movie, based on the 'Woman of Tomorrow' comic.
According to 'Forbes,' Taylor Swift is the most powerful woman in entertainment
Who's the most powerful woman in media and entertainment? It's not the head of a TV network or a movie studio — it's Taylor Swift.That's according to Forbes, which has published its annual list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women, based on four main metrics: money, media, impact and spheres of influence. Taylor comes in at #21 on the list, which makes her the highest-ranked, and therefore the most powerful, woman in the Media & Entertainment category.
Only one American woman in politics makes Forbes most powerful list
Only one American woman in politics, White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, made Forbes’s 2025 list of most powerful women. Wiles, the White House’s first female chief of staff, is ran…
Launching this spring, a new graduate certificate will allow UF students to explore their passion for sports media
Last year, Jada Ross, a UF journalism major on the sports and media track, found herself on a coverage team for the 124th U.S Open. There, despite being the youngest reporter in attendance and the only woman in the group, she was given the opportunity to ask the first postgame interview question to Ludvig Åberg, a Swedish professional golfer.
5 of Indy's top women sports execs open up: 'You have to be better'
This story is part of IndyStar's project "Only woman in the room:" How Indy became top city in nation for women sports execs