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Jun 09 2026HEALTH

Weight Loss Programs Work Differently Across Communities

A new study looks at how a popular weight‑loss program performs for people from different racial, ethnic, income and education backgrounds. The research team pulled data from many trials to see if the program’s results vary by these factors. The analysis shows that people who belong to racial or

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Jun 09 2026HEALTH

New Ways to Spot Colon Cancer Early in Maryland

Maryland’s latest colon cancer rules give people more chances to catch the disease before it gets serious. Doctors used to say a colonoscopy every ten years was the only reliable test. Now, they add home stool kits and a blood test called Shield that can be done at a regular doctor’s visit. Even i

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

Perth Airport Picks DXC Technology to Power Its Future Terminal

DXC Technology has been chosen by Perth Airport as the master systems integrator for its new terminal project. The company will design, link, test and hand over more than 70 IT and operational systems that will run the new hub. The terminal is set to open in 2031, bringing all commercial flights int

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Jun 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Building Real Connections in a Digital Age

In today’s fast‑moving world, people often feel more alone than ever. A decade ago, a simple act—cooking pasta for strangers in a tiny Manhattan flat—showed that genuine moments can happen without any agenda or marketing. That early experiment sparked a movement called GiveMaxxing, which encourages

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Jun 09 2026FINANCE

Sports Retailer Raises Q1 Forecast

A Texas‑based sports retailer is preparing to reveal its first‑quarter earnings on June 9 before the market opens. Forecasts from analysts expect a profit of $0. 92 per share, an increase over the $0. 76 earned last year. Revenue is projected to hit roughly $1. 44 billion, up from the $1. 35 billion

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Jun 09 2026SCIENCE

Estimating Bone Plate Depth with Simple CT Scans

In the world of joint health, a thin layer called the subchondral bone plate plays a big part. Scientists wanted to see if everyday CT scans could tell where this layer starts and how thick it is, without needing fancy equipment. They used 18 arm bones taken from nine preserved bodies and scanned th

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Heatwave Brings Possible Power Cuts in Northern California

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG E) warns that people in several Northern California counties may lose power mid‑week as temperatures rise and wildfire risk grows. The alert covers Colusa, Glen, Lake, Napa, Sonoma, Sutter, Tehama and Yolo counties. It is valid until Friday and will list exact addresses

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Heat Wave Hits Eugene: Expect 90‑Degree Days This Weekend

The Eugene and Springfield area is set for a sharp rise in temperatures, moving from the mild 60s at the start of the week to scorching highs by mid‑week. The National Weather Service notes that after a cool, wet beginning, a multi‑day heat event will begin late in the week and extend into the weeke

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Maine’s Sunny Voting Day

A warm and dry Tuesday is on the cards for voters across Maine, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast shows temperatures climbing into the 80s, with many areas reaching as high as 87 degrees. The heat is expected to begin a short warm spell after a cooler Monday, driven by a ridge

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Jun 09 2026POLITICS

Crowd Control: Trump’s NBA Trip Triggers Tight Security at Madison Square Garden

The New York Police Department announced that for the next few hours, people walking near Madison Square Garden will face strict limits. This move comes because former President Donald Trump plans to watch Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the New York Knicks host the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks

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