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Jul 04 2025WEATHER

Kerrville's July 4th Flood: A Community in Crisis

Kerrville faced a severe challenge on July 4th as heavy rains led to dangerous flooding. The situation was so serious that the mayor had to declare a disaster. Sadly, at least six people lost their lives. The rain was intense, with 5 to 10 inches falling before dawn. This caused the Guadalupe River

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

Africa's Fight Against HIV/AIDS: Progress, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

In 2001, African leaders made a bold promise to tackle HIV and AIDS. They called it the Abuja Declaration. Since then, there have been some wins. More money has been put into the fight. New ways to test and treat HIV have been found. Efforts to stop mothers from passing HIV to their babies have work

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

How Faith Might Help Keep Minds Sharp

Ever wonder if going to church or temple could help keep your brain healthy? Some researchers decided to find out. They studied older adults with mild memory problems. They discovered that those who went to religious services more often had fewer issues with behavior and thinking. This was true at t

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Unveiling the Health Questions: Biden's Team Faces Scrutiny

The House Oversight Committee is digging into claims that President Biden's team downplayed his health issues. They've called in key figures, including former press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and ex-chief of staff Jeff Zients, to answer questions. This comes after reports that Biden's inner circle

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

A New Hope in the Fight Against Multiple Myeloma

Multiple myeloma is a tough cancer to treat. It's a disease that affects plasma cells and, despite many treatments, it's still not curable. Scientists are always looking for new ways to fight it. Recently, they tested a bunch of small-molecule inhibitors to see which ones could stop the growth of my

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Jun 23 2025HEALTH

A New Way to Spot Alzheimer's Early

Alzheimer's disease is a growing concern, especially as people live longer. One key to fighting it is catching it early. That's where the amyloid beta 42/40 ratio comes in. This ratio, which compares two types of amyloid beta proteins, can signal Alzheimer's before serious symptoms show up. But how

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Jun 18 2025CRIME

Jury's Confusion in Karen Read's Murder Retrial

The courtroom drama unfolded as Judge Cannone faced a puzzling situation during Karen Read's murder retrial. The jury had a pressing question that seemed to stump the judge. They wanted to know what happens if they can't agree on one charge but find Read not guilty on the other two. Judge Cannone de

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Jun 17 2025FINANCE

Retail Slump: Why May Saw a Dip in Consumer Spending

Consumer spending took a hit in May, with retail sales dropping by 0. 9\%. This decline was worse than the predicted 0. 6\% decrease, according to seasonally adjusted figures. The slowdown was largely due to a drop in gas sales and growing economic uncertainty. This dip followed a modest 0. 1\% decr

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Jun 16 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: Airport Exposure and Vaccination Concerns

Measles, a highly infectious disease, has raised alarms at Dulles International Airport. A traveler arriving from abroad tested positive, putting many at risk. This person moved through various parts of the airport and even used public transportation, increasing the chances of spreading the virus. A

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Jun 16 2025OPINION

Saratoga's Heartbeat: The Power of Volunteers

Saratoga is a city that thrives on the dedication of its volunteers. From the Saratoga Library to the lively Saratoga Nights, these events and places are the result of countless hours given by people who care deeply about their community. However, there's a growing concern: many local groups are str

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