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I have had two envious work assignments in Puerto Rico, one on the northern coast and one on the southern. My experiences in both cases were picturesque and charming, as I enjoyed pleasant Caribbean springtime respites from my Western Pennsylvania doldrums. My heart aches today as I think of…
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MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Ticks are extremely resilient even when temperatures vary wildly, according to scientists who are working to better understand the spread of Lyme disease.
Prince Harry is heading back to the UK, but it won’t be for a family reunion. He is expected to be a witness in his case against Mirror Group Newspapers on June 6. However, while he is in London, his father, King Charles, is on a private holiday in Romania. Buzz60’s Keri Lumm has more.
The USS Chung-Hoon, a Navy destroyer, was operating in the area with a Canadian companion frigate. Over the radio the Chinese vessel then announced a change of course, as it then cut off both North American ships, crossing just 150 yards in front of them. Veuer’s Tony Spitz has the details.
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Screening mammograms saves lives, and consistency counts for a lot.
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- There’s a "loneliness epidemic" in the United States, and feelings of isolation have been linked to heart disease, stroke and other health conditions.
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- U.S. gun deaths and injuries in children have risen at astronomical rates. Yet, among kids on Medicaid, only about two of every five children who get shot receive mental health care within six months of these traumatic incidents, researchers say.
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Summer vacation has begun for some families and screen use may already feel like too much.
MONDAY, June 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- It’s tempting to treat little skin bumps on your own, but that delays proper diagnosis and treatment that may work better, federal regulators cautioned.
(The Center Square) – The legislative fight against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs in education is picking up steam nationwide.
When it comes to letting someone go, a great deal of sensitivity is required to ensure a respectable standard of workplace conduct. Here are some things to consider to safely, effectively and thoughtfully terminate a team member. Veuer’s Chloe Hurst has the story!
SATURDAY, June 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Summer is here and so, too, is swimming season.
Scientists say that making sure existing parks work to protect animals and plants is as crucial for safeguarding biodiversity.
The black hole is a staggering four million times the mass of our Sun.
SmartAsset crunched the numbers to find the overall costs – and opportunity costs – of putting down 20% vs. 10% vs. 5% on a home in today's environment.
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(The Center Square) – Commercial bankruptcy filings increased 31% in May 2023 from May 2022, according to a report from a company that tracks bankruptcy filings.
California Lawsuit , Seeks $10 Million Over , Aldi's 'Naturally Flavored' Cereal Bars. 'Newsweek' reports that Aldi is facing a class action lawsuit alleging that the supermarket chain falsely claims its fruit and grain bars contain all-natural ingredients. The specific product in question i…
A new CDC report shows the post-pandemic baby boom was more of a blip than an explosion. Data shows U.S. birthrates were flat from 2021 to 2022, but the report does reveal some new trends. Numbers revealed that women seem to be waiting later in life to have kids. For the past 16 years, the …
Stacker searched for the least popular jobs in America. It found them in Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Fort Bragg Changes Name , as Part of Army Base’s Rebranding. Fort Bragg got rid of its Confederate namesake on June 2, AP reports. . It will now be known as Fort Liberty. The change occurred as part of a Department of Defense initiative to rename certain military installations , following Bl…
FRIDAY, June 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- It may not be necessary for people who have prolapse surgery for pelvic floor disorders to wait to get started exercising again.
CIA Director , Meets With Chinese Leaders , Amid Increased Tension. According to an unnamed U.S. official, CIA Director William Burns traveled to Beijing to meet with his Chinese counterparts last month. According to an unnamed U.S. official, CIA Director William Burns traveled to Beijing to…
In the face of a recession and economic turmoil, how can you tackle home improvements? Financial planner Eric Maldonado told MarketWatch to start with an emergency fund. Veuer’s Maria Mercedes Galuppo has the story.
Over 4,000 pages of newly released documents shed new light on the final days of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Scientists in China have embarked on an ambitious project to dig the deepest hole ever attempted in the country's history.
Mike Pence Will Not Face Criminal Charges , in Classified Document Probe. According to a DOJ letter obtained by CNN, the investigation into whether Pence mishandled classified documents by bringing them to his home has been closed. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department’s Nat…
Unemployment ticked up in May, but employers kept pumping out jobs — more than enough to beat expectations. The U.S. added 339,000 jobs in May, according to Friday’s jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That’s well above the 190,000 gain forecast by economists surveyed by the news agency Reuters. It’s the 29th...
The stark messages include "poison in every puff" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
In Swiftonomics, years of pent-up demand for experiences, combined with Taylor Swift's mastermind decision to do a career-spanning tour, have resulted in nearly inelastic demand for Eras Tour tickets. Augusta Saraiva reports. https://trib.al/ti4VHOT
Eighth-grader Dev Shah became this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee champion after 15 rounds in the finals. Throughout the week, the Largo, Florida, 14-year-old outspelled 228 other students from around the country and world. He spoke with Scripps News' "Morning Rush" hosts Rob Nelson an…
Even though the American housing market is skyrocketing, there are still a few states where homes can be bought for under $150,000. Mississippi. The state of farmers and fishermen is known for being extremely affordable to live in, with its average home value at $166,966. The state’s capital…
Some shoppers are boycotting LEGO after an influencer claimed that the company was selling transgender building sets. The influencer, Oli London, referred to LEGO's 2022 "A-Z of Awesome" campaign, which showed builds created by LGBTQ+ LEGO fans. However, LEGO has clarified that these sets ar…
When your finances start to spiral and it becomes increasingly difficult to keep up with credit card payments or build toward financial goals, switching your payment method temporarily to cash or debit could help. Spending with credit cards can stimulate the brain’s reward center and drive you to make more purchases, according to a recent...
The lowest disenrollments were in Idaho, Pennsylvania, and Nebraska, data showed.
The post Half a million people in less than a dozen states have lost Medicaid coverage since April appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
(The Center Square) – A federal agency is warning consumers that digital payment apps such as PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App lack federal insurance protections.
According to the CDC, U.S. life expectancy dropped to 76.1 years. That is the lowest it has been in 27 years.%c2%a0
Using American weapons, the Taliban exchanged heavy gunfire with Iran along Iran's border with Afghanistan.
In England, a 99-year-old WWII veteran took to the skies once more, taking off from the same airfield he flew missions from 80 years ago. A chance encounter with a local pilot led the pair to fly together as their families watched in tears. Yair Ben-Dor has the story.
FRIDAY, June 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- There is no cure for nearsightedness, but medicated eye drops can slow down its progression in children, a new trial finds.
The U.S. economy added 339,000 jobs in May, smashing estimates of 190,000, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 3.7%.
FRIDAY, June 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Genetic mutations caused this latest bird flu season to become more severe, increasing the risk it poses to humans and other mammals, a new study finds.
URBANDALE, Iowa — Former President Donald Trump said Thursday in Urbandale he was confident he will continue to hold his lead in Iowa. “There’s no way I can lose Iowa,” Trump told the crowd. “We’re going to have to do some really bad things to lose at this point.” Trump spoke to a packed room […]
The post Former President Donald Trump comes after DeSantis on Iowa campaign trail appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
FRIDAY, June 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A former Obama administration official with extensive experience in federal and state health services could be the next leader of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
At one time, no one had ever heard of a telegraph operator. An electrician. Auto mechanic. TV producer. X-ray technician. Software developer. Webmaster. Cybersecurity specialist.Advancements in technology have always spawned new kinds of jobs while rendering other ones obsolete. Artificial intelligence will be no exception. Right now, we don't fully know what those jobs will...
(The Center Square) - Gov. Kevin Stitt will send Oklahoma National Guard troops to the southern border, joining other Republican governors who have made similar commitments.
At an Indian village, a team rushed to a well where a 2-year-old leopard fell 80 feet into the cold waters, struggling to stay afloat. According to the charity, the leopard was lucky, sustaining no injuries, remaining active and healthy. Veuer has more.
What is it about the grass that dogs love? Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!
Foothold Technology examined research and perspectives on housing development and zoning to explain some unseen barriers to affordable housing.
A New York gynecologist who was accused of using his own sperm to impregnate multiple patients has died in an aircraft crash. Morris Wortman and his medical practice were sued in 2021. The woman claimed that he used his own semen to impregnate her mother in 1985. The lawsuit alleges that the…
FRIDAY, June 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Medicare will soon cover a new class of Alzheimer's drugs if they receive full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, with some key limits.
