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May 08 2026BUSINESS

Omada Teams Up With Lilly to Make Weight‑Loss Drugs Easier for Workplaces

Omada Health has joined forces with Eli Lilly’s Employer Connect program, stepping in as an independent manager of a new weight‑loss medication pathway. The partnership lets employers give employees access to the GLP‑1 Care Track, which covers medical checks, prescriptions and ongoing drug monitorin

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Perimenopause: Simple Tips for a Healthier Transition

When a woman’s ovaries start to change, she enters perimenopause. It is the time before menopause when hormones become uneven and periods may skip or feel different. These changes can bring many symptoms, like hot flashes and mood swings. Everyone experiences them in their own way. Alcohol m

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sports Shows on Your TV Guide – A Quick Peek

The latest update to the channel lineup lets fans spot their favorite games right in the TV guide. Subscribers now get a handy “Sports” section that pulls together live matches, highlights, and analysis from across the network. Each week’s schedule is refreshed automatically, so viewers can plan ah

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Rapamycin: A Lifesaver That Might Slow Your Workout Gains

A drug that many people take to try and live longer is showing a surprising twist. Scientists expected rapamycin, known for helping transplant patients stay healthy, to boost the good effects of exercise. Instead, research shows it may actually reduce some of those benefits. Rapamycin is already ap

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

A Call for Action: Why Waiting on Social Security Is a Gift to Chaos

In the early 1990s, a small Connecticut town promised growth and community. Instead it lingered on the edge of possibility, waiting for investment and leadership that never arrived. A recent gathering of advocates, lawyers, and Social Security users echoed the same refrain: “We’re treading water. Ou

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

How tech hubs can power up their neighborhoods instead of draining them

Many people worry that when a giant tech building moves into town, it will hog all the electricity and jack up local power bills. That fear isn’t baseless—big data centers do chew through a lot of juice. But fresh engineering ideas show these energy-hungry giants can flip the script and become commu

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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Spring walks near Rochester: small steps, big health gains

Winter finally loosens its grip in western New York, and many locals start to feel cooped up by early spring’s mix of drizzle and slush. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, residents are discovering that even a brief outdoor walk can boost energy, mood, and heart health. Scientists have gathered

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Apr 23 2026OPINION

Virginia weighs risky dental cuts in budget squeeze

Virginia lawmakers face tough choices as they look for ways to balance the state budget. One proposal under review would limit Medicaid dental coverage for adults—a move that might seem like quick savings but could actually cost more in the long run. Research shows that when states cut dental benefi

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Apr 21 2026HEALTH

Getting Around Campus: How Students Move and Why It Matters

Walking or biking to school isn’t just about getting exercise. For many students, it’s part of a daily routine they don’t even think about. But researchers wanted to know how common this habit really is. They studied thousands of students across Canada to see how many actually choose active ways to

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

Working Parents Need More Than Just Words

Many people agree that raising kids these days is tougher and pricier than ever. Some leaders say they have the answers, but how much of it is real help versus just talk? One high-profile voice suggests solutions like better childcare, paid leave, and early education. These ideas aren’t new—they’ve

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