3 hours ago New report proposes redefining obesity by adding body fat and health status to BMI

New guidance from a team of health experts around the world proposes expanding the definition of obesity beyond the popular body mass index (BMI) measure.

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11 hours ago With $30 million in new funding, SEEQC thinks chips are key to building useful quantum computing

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang may have said that “very useful quantum computers” are probably still 20 years away, but his company is also hedging its bets beyond classical chips with investments and partnerships in that very space. Now one of the companies that Nvidia partners with in quantum development is announcing funding. SEEQC, a quantum […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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3 hours ago Seattle prepares to share World Cup 2026 spotlight with 9 Washington fan zone cities

Seattle prepares to share World Cup 2026 spotlight with 9 Washington fan zone cities  KOMO News

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2 hours ago L.A. fires live updates: Strong winds create ‘critical’ fire conditions as deaths rise to 25

L.A. fires live updates: Strong winds create ‘critical’ fire conditions as deaths rise to 25  The Washington Post

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3 hours ago SEC sues Elon Musk, says he didn't disclose Twitter ownership on time before purchase

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission says Musk failed to disclose his ownership of Twitter stock in a timely manner before buying the site and underpaid by $150 million for shares he bought.

Technology

2 hours ago Kate Middleton Is in Cancer Remission. It Doesn’t Always Mean the Illness Is Cured.

While the announcement is good news for the Princess of Wales, cancer experts describe the challenges of a life shadowed by an earlier diagnosis.

Science

4 hours ago CWG Live updates: Evening flurries with new cold front and bitter winds through Wednesday

CWG Live updates: Evening flurries with new cold front and bitter winds through Wednesday  The Washington Post

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6 hours ago Washington (WIAA) high school boys basketball scores, live updates (1/14/2025)

Washington (WIAA) high school boys basketball scores, live updates (1/14/2025)  Sports Illustrated

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3 hours ago Los Angeles fire maps show updating view of where Palisades, Eaton and more fires are burning right now

Los Angeles fire maps show updating view of where Palisades, Eaton and more fires are burning right now  CBS News

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6 hours ago Why some doctors have started asking patients about their spiritual lives

Indiana University's hospital system is pairing patients with local faith groups to ease feelings of loneliness and isolation. The unique new program comes as more doctors are seeing a need to care for patients' spiritual as well as physical health.

Science

4 hours ago Vikings rookie JJ McCarthy shares cryptic post following crushing playoff defeat

Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy shared a cryptic post on social media following the team's crushing defeat to the Rams in the Wild-Card round on Monday night.

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21 hours ago Rainier Beach vs. Eastside Catholic: Live score, updates of Washington high school boys basketball (1/13/2025)

Rainier Beach vs. Eastside Catholic: Live score, updates of Washington high school boys basketball (1/13/2025)  Sports Illustrated

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3 hours ago L.A. fires updates: Death toll rises to 25 as crews search for missing people

L.A. fires updates: Death toll rises to 25 as crews search for missing people  San Francisco Chronicle

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8 hours ago Alcohol Offers Some Health Benefits but Raises Cancer Risks, Report Finds

The second of two analyses intended to shape the upcoming U.S. Dietary Guidelines questions alcohol’s overall benefits.

Science

5 hours ago Biden admin’s final rule banning Chinese connected cars also bars robotaxi testing on U.S. roads

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a final rule Tuesday that would ban the sale or import of connected vehicles from China and Russia due to national security concerns. The rule would also bar Chinese car companies, such as WeRide and Pony AI, from testing self-driving cars on U.S. roads.  “China is trying to dominate […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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5 hours ago California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire 25% Contained Amid Dangerous Conditions

California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire 25% Contained Amid Dangerous Conditions  Forbes

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9 hours ago Princess Catherine Announces She's In 'Remission' From Cancer After Surprising Patients At Hospital Where She Was Treated

Princess Catherine is in “remission”! Taking to X (Twitter) on Tuesday, the Princess of Wales shared the wonderful news after visiting The Royal Marsden, the hospital where she was treated, earlier in the day. She expressed: “I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to The Royal Marsden for looking after me so [...] Read More... The post Princess Catherine Announces She's In 'Remission' From Cancer After Surprising Patients At Hospital Where She Was Treated appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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5 hours ago Biden admin’s final rule banning Chinese connected cars also bars robotaxi testing on US roads

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a final rule Tuesday that would ban the sale or import of connected vehicles from China and Russia due to national security concerns. The rule would also bar Chinese car companies, such as WeRide and Pony AI, from testing self-driving cars on U.S. roads.  “China is trying to dominate […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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6 hours ago WATCH: LA residents share what they lost in fires in emotional video series

Kalina Silverman's @makebigtalk video series documenting how residents have been impacted by the fires has raised more than $1.2 million for those featured in her videos.

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5 hours ago Professor, author and podcast host Kate Bowler on trying to be less efficient

Duke Divinity School professor Kate Bowler draws a card from the Wild Card deck and talks about trying to be less efficient in her life.

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7 hours ago L.A. Fires Live Updates: Residents Watch for More Evacuation Orders and Warnings

L.A. Fires Live Updates: Residents Watch for More Evacuation Orders and Warnings  The New York Times

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5 hours ago Nintendo Switch 2 could be announced this week: The rumors (and facts) so far

With CES 2025 finally in the rearview, it’s time to move on to the next round of big hardware announcements. Rumors have emerged over the last few weeks, pointing to an imminent announcement for the next-generation of Nintendo’s wildly successful hybrid Switch console. In particular, word from industry stalwart Eurogamer (among others) pegs a January […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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7 hours ago Paris Hilton Volunteers At Animal Shelter & Fosters Displaced Dog Just DAYS After Her Home Burned Down In LA Fires!

Nothing will EVER stop Paris Hilton from being an animal person Even her home burning down. Last week, her Malibu pad was reduced to a pile of ash and rubble. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paris Hilton (@parishilton) So, so sad. But she’s thinking beyond her own pain — feeling the [...] Read More... The post Paris Hilton Volunteers At Animal Shelter & Fosters Displaced Dog Just DAYS After Her Home Burned Down In LA Fires! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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6 hours ago Live updates: Pete Hegseth, defense secretary pick, grilled during Senate confirmation hearing

Live updates: Pete Hegseth, defense secretary pick, grilled during Senate confirmation hearing  The Washington Post

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7 hours ago Death Toll in Gaza Likely 40 Percent Higher Than Reported, Researchers Say

Analysis found that more than 64,000 Palestinians may have been killed by traumatic injury in the first nine months of the war.

Events

7 hours ago Donald Trump to Launch 'External Revenue Service' to Collect from 'Foreign Sources'

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he would create the "External Revenue Service" on the first day of his administration "to collect our Tariffs, Duties, and all Revenue that come from Foreign sources." The post Donald Trump to Launch ‘External Revenue Service’ to Collect from ‘Foreign Sources’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

8 hours ago Hegseth grilled about sexual misconduct allegations, view on war crimes

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick for defense secretary, faced tough questions from senators during his confirmation hearing.

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7 hours ago Trump announces new ‘External Revenue Service’ to collect tariff funds

Trump announces new ‘External Revenue Service’ to collect tariff funds  The Washington Post

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9 hours ago California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire’s Forward Progress Stopped As NWS Warns Of ‘Particularly Dangerous Situation’ With Rising Winds

California Wildfire Live Updates: Auto Fire’s Forward Progress Stopped As NWS Warns Of ‘Particularly Dangerous Situation’ With Rising Winds  Forbes

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7 hours ago Global health agency on chopping block as Republicans threaten to cut off funds

Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy is leading House GOP lawmakers with legislation that would block U.S. taxpayer funding to the World Health Organization.

Politics

9 hours ago Live updates: Defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth grilled on scandals during confirmation hearings

Live updates: Defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth grilled on scandals during confirmation hearings  The Washington Post

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8 hours ago Live updates: Defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth grilled during Senate confirmation hearing

Live updates: Defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth grilled during Senate confirmation hearing  The Washington Post

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9 hours ago L.A. Fires Live Updates: Palisades and Eaton Fires Remain Far From Contained

L.A. Fires Live Updates: Palisades and Eaton Fires Remain Far From Contained  The New York Times

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9 hours ago Nagase America announces distribution agreement in the United States for Westlake Epoxy's resins, curing agents, and modifiers

Nagase America announces distribution agreement in the United States for Westlake Epoxy's resins, curing agents, and modifiers  Yahoo Finance

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10 hours ago Live updates: 88,000 remain under evacuation orders in LA County fires

Live updates: 88,000 remain under evacuation orders in LA County fires  NBC Los Angeles

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10 hours ago Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, Confirms She Is in Remission from Cancer

In an Instagram post on Tuesday, she wrote: “It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery.”

Politics

10 hours ago Strong winds return to LA area, creating 'dangerous situation' as fires rage: Live updates

Strong winds return to LA area, creating 'dangerous situation' as fires rage: Live updates  USA TODAY

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10 hours ago Green hydrogen: Study shows big gaps between ambition and global implementation

In recent years, more than 60 countries have developed strategies to stimulate the market ramp-up of hydrogen, particularly in the industrial sector. However, in 2023, less than 10% of the originally announced green hydrogen production was realized, shows a new study published in the journal Nature Energy.

Politics

10 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires live updates: An additional 84,000 people could be ordered to evacuate, officials warn

Los Angeles wildfires live updates: An additional 84,000 people could be ordered to evacuate, officials warn  The Associated Press

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10 hours ago Kate Middleton's cancer is 'in remission' as she remains 'focused' on recovery

On Tuesday, Kate Middleton, who first announced her cancer diagnosis in March 2024 and completed her treatment in September, revealed her cancer is now in remission.

Politics

11 hours ago L.A. Wildfires Live Updates: Severe Winds Feed ‘Particularly Dangerous’ Conditions

L.A. Wildfires Live Updates: Severe Winds Feed ‘Particularly Dangerous’ Conditions  The New York Times

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10 hours ago Biden announces names of future aircraft carriers: USS William J Clinton, George W Bush

President Biden announced the names of new Navy aircraft carriers: USS William J. Clinton and USS George W. Bush, which will be constructed in "years ahead."

Politics

11 hours ago Live updates: Hegseth faces questions on women in combat, says he’s a ‘smear campaign’ victim

Live updates: Hegseth faces questions on women in combat, says he’s a ‘smear campaign’ victim  The Washington Post

Events

11 hours ago Biden announces $770 checks for residents impacted by California wildfires

President Biden said the federal government will provide one-time payments of $770 to people impacted by the ongoing California wildfires.

Politics

12 hours ago California fires live updates: Firefighters still battle Los Angeles, Ventura blazes as ‘particularly dangerous’ winds warning in effect

California fires live updates: Firefighters still battle Los Angeles, Ventura blazes as ‘particularly dangerous’ winds warning in effect  Yahoo! Voices

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11 hours ago Top lawmaker 1st Republican to launch gubernatorial campaign in race to succeed Michigan's Whitmer

Republican state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt announced his candidacy, becoming the first major party candidate in Michigan to launch a gubernatorial campaign in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Politics

13 hours ago L.A. Fires Live Updates: "Extremely critical fire weather" forecast for Southern California

L.A. Fires Live Updates: "Extremely critical fire weather" forecast for Southern California  CBS News

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11 hours ago Final round of funding announced for Washington County, Virginia small business owners

Final round of funding announced for Washington County, Virginia small business owners  WJHL-TV News Channel 11

Politics

13 hours ago LA fires live updates: How the Palisades Village managed to survive the firestorm

At least 24 people are believed to be dead and more than a dozen others remain unaccounted for as multiple wildfires rage across Southern California.

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