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Jun 17 2026HEALTH

Holistic Beauty: A New Way to Feel Good Inside and Out

Laura Cala, a Colombian plastic surgeon who runs a popular medspa, is growing her education hub called Cala 360. The site mixes health tips, emotional support and beauty advice so people can feel better on all levels. The platform works together with her podcast, “Beauty Without Filters, ” giving

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Jun 17 2026HEALTH

Older Adults, New Weight‑Loss Drug: A Look at Muscle Loss Risks

A new review examines how a popular class of weight‑loss medicines, called GLP‑1 receptor agonists, affects muscle health in seniors. Older people often find it hard to change habits that keep them overweight, and they also face many long‑term illnesses. Because of this, doctors are turning more

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Big Storms Headed for Midwest Farms

The Midwest is set to face two powerful windstorms called derechos in the coming week, one on Wednesday and another early next week. These storms will bring strong straight‑line winds, heavy rain, and even tornadoes from Iowa to Indiana. Derechos usually start as a single thunderstorm that grows whe

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Sunny Heat and a Cool Breather Ahead

Tonight will stay mostly clear, with dry air and gentle southwest breezes around 5 to 10 mph. The temperature will linger near 60 degrees overnight. Wednesday brings a sharp rise in heat, with highs ranging from 95 to 105 degrees across most of the region. A Red Flag Warning will cover a large part

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Jun 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Smart Device That Changes Scents to Help You Sleep Better

A new gadget called Kimba is getting attention for combining sleep tracking with smell-based tricks. Instead of just logging how well you sleep, it releases scents automatically based on your breathing, movement, and even data from fitness trackers like Apple Watch or Fitbit. The idea is simple: sme

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Heavy rains bring major flooding and fresh weather warnings across the South

The southern United States is facing serious flooding after days of relentless rain. Over 16 million people now live under flood alerts stretching from Texas through the Gulf Coast and into Mississippi. More areas in Alabama could join the list soon. Heavy downpours continue to raise concerns, with

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Jun 17 2026SPORTS

England vs New Zealand 2026 Test Series: What to Expect at The Oval

The second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval isn’t just another cricket match. It’s a clash of strategy, fresh faces, and unexpected challenges. England enters the game with a lead after winning the first Test by 115 runs, but their lineup looks completely different this time. With ca

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Weather watches in Southeast Michigan: One county under storm alert

Tuesday started with scattered storms rolling through Southeast Michigan, but only one county faced a serious warning. Oakland County got a severe thunderstorm alert that lasted until early afternoon. The rest of the region stayed calm, with no alerts issued in Wayne, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston,

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Heavy rains loom over Southwest Louisiana as storm threat grows

A developing weather system in the Gulf of Mexico could bring major disruptions to Southwest Louisiana in the next few days. Meteorologists predict wet conditions starting Tuesday, with rain falling in waves until at least Thursday. Some areas might get over a foot of rain, raising concerns about fl

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Finding free sandbags near you in Louisiana before the storm

Storms are coming to Louisiana, and local leaders are handing out sandbags to help people protect their homes. Sandbags act like tiny walls that block water from flooding buildings. Instead of waiting until the last minute, officials want residents to grab sandbags now and get ready early. In Lafay

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