1 hour ago The silent killer increases your risk of stroke and dementia. Here's how to control it

New recommendations for early treatment for hypertension to prevent strokes, heart attacks and dementia come as an experimental medication is shown to lower blood pressure in hard to treat patients.

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3 h. ago Pope Leo canonizes Carlo Acutis, the teen deemed ‘God’s Influencer’

Pope Leo canonizes Carlo Acutis, the teen deemed ‘God’s Influencer’  The Washington Post

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4 h. ago A teen nicknamed 'God's influencer' is becoming the first millennial saint

Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia at 15 in 2006, is known in the Catholic Church as "God's influencer" for harnessing technology to spread the word about miracles.

Technology

4 h. ago A teen nicknamed 'God's influencer' has become the first millennial saint

Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia at 15 in 2006, is known in the Catholic Church as "God's influencer" for harnessing technology to spread the word about miracles.

Technology

5 h. ago Recognition of Palestinian state is 'disastrous', US ambassador says

Recognition of Palestinian state is 'disastrous', US ambassador says  BBC

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8 h. ago Former teen idol Shaun Cassidy had to relearn his own hits for first major tour in 45 years

Former teen idol Shaun Cassidy admitted that he had to take guitar lessons and relearn his own songs ahead of his first major tour in 45 years.

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11 h. ago West Point alumni group scraps prestigious award celebrations honoring Tom Hanks

The 69-year-old actor and veterans' advocate had been scheduled to receive the prestigious Sylvanus Thayer award at an official ceremony and parade on Sept. 25.

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14 h. ago Teens accused in murder of congressional intern appear in court

Teens accused in murder of congressional intern appear in court  NBC4 Washington

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14 h. ago ‘Father Mother Sister Brother’ Takes Top Prize at Venice Film Festival

The film, directed by Jim Jarmusch, details three stories of three families. “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” about a Palestinian girl in a car under fire by the Israeli military, won second place.

Culture

15 h. ago Massachusetts makes progress on regional health care coalition

The Boston Globe's Jason Laughlin explains how Massachusetts and other states are forming independent healthcare coalitions to fill in the gap on healthcare policy left by sweeping federal changes.

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15 h. ago Transit Month has arrived: San Francisco officials say hop on for a smoother ride

Transit Month has arrived: San Francisco officials say hop on for a smoother ride  Local News Matters

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16 h. ago Firefighters in Tok Remain Vigilant as Cooler Weather Arrives

Firefighters in Tok Remain Vigilant as Cooler Weather Arrives  Alaska Wildland Fire Information

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17 h. ago 49ers RB Brian Robinson arrived in San Francisco with a chip on his shoulder

49ers RB Brian Robinson arrived in San Francisco with a chip on his shoulder  49ers Webzone

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18 h. ago Scrolling on your phone on the toilet raises health risk no one wants to talk about

A new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center finds that using smartphones in the bathroom increases hemorrhoid risk by nearly 50%.

Technology

18 h. ago Suspected serial killer abducted teen who chewed through bindings to escape

Norma Countryman escaped suspected serial killer Warren Forrest at age 15 by chewing through bindings,. She's sharing her story in new true-crime podcast, "Stolen Voices of Dole Valley."

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23 h. ago Miss America hopeful swaps combat boots for evening gown, says military service gives her purpose

Army National Guard soldier Alexia Rodrigues uses her Miss America platform to raise awareness about foster care reform and support for military women.

Events

24 h. ago Delivery giant's data breach exposes 40,000 personal records

OnTrac data breach between April 13-15, 2025, exposed personal information of over 40,000 people including Social Security numbers and medical records.

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26 h. ago Amid debate about U.S. history, Harlem Hellfighters receive Congressional Gold Medal

The Harlem Hellfighters, who became legends for their service during World War I, were honored this week with a Congressional Gold Medal.

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27 h. ago Jean Twenge Is Still Warning Parents About Teens and Screen Time. Is Anyone Listening?

The researcher and author Jean Twenge has a prescription for the harmful effects of screen time on children. If only parents would listen.

Events

27 h. ago Where things stand with Trump's National Guard threats in Chicago and other cities

Local officials and community members prepare for the possible arrival of National Guard troops under President Trump.

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