OWEN T CLARKE

Apr 18 2026HEALTH

College Degree Linked to Rising Colon Cancer Deaths in Young Adults

The number of young adults dying from colon cancer is climbing, but the trend hits those without a college education harder than those with degrees. A new study in JAMA Oncology examined over 101, 000 deaths of people aged 25 to 49 between 1994 and 2023. Overall, deaths went from about three p

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

New York Mayor Takes on War Costs and Rising Prices

The city’s newest mayor, a self‑described democratic socialist, recently discussed how the ongoing conflict in Iran is pushing up gasoline and other living expenses for New Yorkers. He said that while the war is a separate issue, it only adds to an already steep cost‑of‑living crisis that has been p

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

Fluid Management Trial: A Fresh Look at Cardiac Monitoring

The study explores whether using a quick heart‑rate device helps patients over 50 who need urgent gut surgery stay healthier after the operation. Researchers are comparing this new method with the usual way doctors give fluids during surgery. \n\nA team from many hospitals ran a random test. Patient

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Dogs and Homes: Finding the Right Match

The idea that some dogs are simply “difficult” is misleading. A lot of the traits people find annoying—like constant barking or high energy—were once useful for jobs such as herding or guarding. When a dog that was bred to chase cattle is left alone in an apartment, its natural instincts can feel

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Survivors Speak: How Women Heal After Breast Cancer

The study dives into how women who have finished breast cancer treatment feel and act as they move forward. It gathers stories from survivors to uncover the ups and downs of adjusting to a new normal. Participants share moments when they felt strong, like gaining confidence after therapy, and tim

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

Hornets vs. Magic: A Play‑In Showdown

The final two games of the NBA play‑in tournament will decide who moves on to the Sweet 16. Charlotte’s Hornets face Orlando’s Magic, while Golden State’s Warriors meet Phoenix’s Suns. The winners earn a spot in the first round of the playoffs, with the Hornets’ victory giving them an No. 8 seed and

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Apr 18 2026WEATHER

Tornadoes strike Washington County: What we know and what's coming next

Two tornadoes swept through Washington County late Tuesday night after forming in Oklahoma. The first one began near Christie, Oklahoma, at 11:46 p. m. before crossing into Arkansas near Cincinnati. The second started near Baron, Oklahoma, around 11:54 p. m. and reached Lincoln in Arkansas. Both sto

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Apr 18 2026WEATHER

A quick look at New Jersey's wild weekend weather shift

This weekend, New Jersey isn't just getting rain—it's getting a full weather makeover. While the northern and western parts brace for sudden downpours and gusty winds, the Jersey Shore will trade sunny skies for cooler temperatures. Saturday brings a noticeable drop, with inland areas hitting the 70

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

Why Cincinnati’s Spring Football Showcase Got Cancelled—and What It Means for Fans

The big outdoor football showcase planned for Cincinnati’s Bearcats never happened. Heavy rain and storms were expected, so the event was scrapped last-minute. Fans who bought parking passes will get refunds, but that doesn’t change the fact that the spring game—usually a chance to see new talent—wa

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Georgia's Democratic governor race: Quiet primary, big stakes ahead

This year’s race for Georgia’s next governor on the Democratic side feels more like a marathon with no clear front runner rather than the high-energy showdown four years ago when Stacey Abrams nearly broke fundraising records. With the primary just weeks away, Democratic candidates are scrambling fo

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