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Jun 17 2026HEALTH

Why healthy habits beat diabetes pills for long-term health

A long-term study tracking adults at risk for diabetes discovered that exercise and diet outperform metformin, a common diabetes drug, in preventing multiple chronic diseases over decades. The research followed people from 1996 to 2021, comparing three groups: those who changed their lifestyle, thos

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Jun 17 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin ETFs Take a Backseat as Smaller Crypto Funds Grow

Monday turned out to be a mixed bag for crypto exchange-traded funds. While most altcoin funds saw fresh money coming in, Bitcoin ETFs faced a net loss of $64 million. Ether funds led the gains with $22. 5 million, followed by Hyperliquid at $17. 2 million. XRP and Solana funds each added about $2.

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Jun 17 2026SPORTS

Baseball stars shine bright across Illinois

Across Illinois, high school baseball and softball teams are celebrating standout players recognized for their skills this season. Two seniors from different schools made headlines by earning first-team All-State honors in Class 1A. Johnathon Stunkel from Putnam County dominated at bat with a . 438

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Jun 17 2026SPORTS

Cole Ragans’ elbow trouble: What’s really going on?

Cole Ragans, the Royals’ left-handed pitcher, still can’t throw because his elbow keeps bothering him. The team shut down his throwing session last Friday when he felt sharp pain, and no one has figured out why yet. On Tuesday, manager Matt Quatraro confirmed Ragans remains on the injured list, stil

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Jun 16 2026WEATHER

Sunny Skies Ahead for Jersey High School Graduations

A handful of rainy days are on the radar, but they won’t ruin the start of graduation season in North Jersey. From June 17 to 19, chances of showers hover between 40% and 60%, a window when many schools schedule their ceremonies. The expected rain will be brief and light, so the likelihood of it dis

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Jun 16 2026WEATHER

Heat, Humidity and Storms Shape Maryland’s Week

The day started bright in Maryland, with sunny skies and warm temperatures. By evening the air felt a bit more humid, setting up conditions for clouds to gather tomorrow. Wednesday will see higher heat and moisture. The forecast calls for temperatures in the mid‑to‑upper 80s. Most of the d

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Jun 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Elmer the Mastodon’s Big Move and Other Local Headlines

A giant relic of the Ice Age, nicknamed Elmer by students at Oakland Community College, will leave its old home in Levinson Hall for a new exhibit at the Cranbrook Institute of Science. The move starts next week and will involve carefully disassembling the 10‑foot skeleton, shipping it to Bloomfield

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Jun 16 2026SCIENCE

Big Earth Shakes and Storms That Changed the World

A volcanic blast on Thera about 4, 600 years ago pushed the Minoan Empire toward collapse and paved the way for the Mycenaeans to rise. The eruption threw ash into the sky, flooded nearby coasts with tsunamis, and shattered trade routes that had kept the Minoans powerful. Historians even link this e

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Jun 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Remembering Oliver Tree: Fans and Friends Share Their Loss

The music scene felt a sudden jolt when news surfaced that Oliver Tree, the 32‑year‑old artist known for his hit “Life Goes On, ” had died in a helicopter crash on June 14, 2026. The tragedy shocked fans and fellow musicians alike, prompting a wave of heartfelt tributes across social media. Bebe Re

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Jun 16 2026POLITICS

Worcester Bars Face Midnight Confusion Over New Drink Rules

A recent change in Worcester’s drinking laws let bars serve alcohol until 3 a. m. on the weekend of June 12‑14, but the same extension did not cover music or TV. Because entertainment licenses stayed unchanged, every venue had to shut off all screens and games at 2 a. m. The result was a confusing

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