Zelenskyy touts air defenses as Kyiv targeted ahead of winter
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said air-defense forces repelled Russian attacks targeting Kyiv and other regions in the first such assault on the capital in more than two months as his country prepares for winter....Read more
US to rush aid to Ukraine before Trump takes over, Blinken says
The Biden administration is committed to ensuring “every dollar we have at our disposal” is pushed out to Ukraine before Donald Trump takes office, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday.
Blinken made a...Read more
Biden highlights 'peaceful transfer of power' as he hosts Trump in the White House
President-elect Donald Trump will meet with his former rival President Joe Biden at the White House on Wednesday, a routine part of the transition process that became fraught in 2020 as Trump tried to overturn the election...Read more
Biden set to welcome Trump back to the White House
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is set to welcome President-elect Donald Trump back to the White House on Wednesday for the traditional meeting with the incoming commander-in-chief.
The lame-duck president wants the ...Read more
Brain-training games remain unproven, but research shows what sorts of activities do benefit cognitive functioning
Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults over 65 – more than 4% – have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in.
And whether it’s due to ...Read more
One election victory does not make a new era in American politics − here’s what history shows
According to The New York Times, “… a newly triumphant Republican president” is “once again in the headlines.”
What will it take to break “the present national divide, between the narrow but solid ...Read more
What would happen if fluoride were removed from the water supply under a Trump presidency?
Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed that if President-elect Donald Trump appointed him to a health leadership position, the first thing he would work on would be removing fluoride from water.
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18 most anticipated movies in holiday season 2024
How about a little popcorn for the holidays? Here’s a sampling of what you’ll find on big and small screens all over town during the festive season. Note that all release dates are tentative and subject to change.
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Open enrollment: Tax issues to know and avoid
Since open enrollment season is here, you’re probably swamped trying to figure out which coverage is best for you or your family. But did you know that your benefit choices can potentially impact your tax situation?
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Environmental Nutrition: How to cut back your sugar intake
It’s hard to distance yourself from sugar. Sure, it’s in your favorite desserts, but it’s maybe also lurking in your sandwich bread and go-to bottled salad dressing. It’s everywhere in the supermarket, which is why...Read more
3 simple ways to help reverse prediabetes
Your doctor broke news you didn’t want to hear: you have prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar is elevated, but not high enough to be considered Type 2 diabetes. The thing is, with that info, you’re one of the ...Read more
Sexually transmitted infections: What parents need to be sure their teens know
It’s never easy for parents to talk to their teens about having sex. Many parents feel that talking about it is the same as condoning it, so they are hesitant to do so. But according to the most recent Youth Risk ...Read more
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Proper posture and body alignment is beneficial to your overall health
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to “stand up straight” and “put your shoulders back.” She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I’m only 17. Does it ...Read more
Mary McNamara: 'Heretic's' villain treats women as props. Unfortunately the film does, too
[Warning: This column includes spoilers for the film "Heretic."]
LOS ANGELES — I went to see "Heretic" four days after the election. It was too soon.
Drawn by the promise of jump scares and Hugh Grant in maniacal-...Read more
Directors remake 'Sunset Blvd.,' 'Romeo + Juliet' and 'Our Town' for a new Broadway era
Three shows well known to theater audiences have undergone radical Broadway makeovers this fall at the hands of directors who recognize that plays and musicals must be in dialogue with their times.
Not everyone is on ...Read more
Review: 'A Wonderful World' on Broadway tries to sum up the whole of Louis Armstrong
NEW YORK — Louis Daniel Armstrong, variously nicknamed “Satchmo” and “Pops,” is the subject of “A Wonderful World,” a musically rich if wordy and information-heavy Broadway show that serves as a reminder of ...Read more
Gadgets: Accessories that make everyday life a little easier
Smartish, an Austin, Texas-based company is celebrating its 15th year of business. Their mission is to create accessories that make everyday life a little easier, such as innovative smartphone cases and clever stuff with...Read more
Review: HyperX Cloud Mix Buds 2 checks the boxes for earbuds but is limited
HyperX has made a name for itself with its over-the-ear headsets that offer solid sound with exceptional comfort, but earbuds are quickly becoming the form factor that wireless fans desire. They’ve become ubiquitous ...Read more
Jim Rossman: First Apple Intelligence features roll out
Recently, Apple released an update to its operating systems that introduced the beginnings of a new suite of artificial intelligence tools called Apple Intelligence.
Apple has been talking about Apple Intelligence since...Read more
California expanded Medi-Cal to unauthorized residents. The results are mixed
California this year took the final step in opening Medi-Cal, its Medicaid program, to every eligible resident regardless of immigration status. It’s a significant expansion for an already massive safety net program.
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