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Jan 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Farewell to a Soap Legend: Leslie Charleson's Enduring Legacy

Leslie Charleson, who played Monica Quartermaine on the beloved soap opera "General Hospital, " passed away at the age of 79 on Sunday morning. Her longtime friend and show executive producer, Frank Valentini, shared the news. "It's a heavy blow, " he said. "Leslie was like a beloved matriarch to al

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Using Inflammation to Target Cancer with Neutrophils

Tumors are tricky because they don't all look the same. This makes it tough to hit them with the right medicine. But scientists have found a clever way to use inflammation to guide special cells called neutrophils, which carry drugs, right to the tumor site. They do this by causing a tiny, controlle

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Adding a Side Ligament Fix to ACL Surgery: Benefits and Risks

In recent years, doctors have started doing something extra during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions. They're adding a procedure called anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) or lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET). This involves fixing a ligament on the outer side of the kne

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

Pete Hegseth's Blackmail Blunder: Why He’s Not Fit for Defense

Pete Hegseth, nominated by President Trump for Secretary of Defense, found himself in hot water after admitting he paid off a woman accusing him of sexual assault to protect his job and family. This revelation puts him in a tough spot. National security rules ban people who are vulnerable to blackma

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Rebuilding L. A. : Governor Newsom's Big Plan after Devastating Fires

After the destructive fires that hit Los Angeles, Governor Gavin Newsom is planning a massive rebuilding project, calling it a "Marshall Plan" for the region. This plan aims to reimagine the city with input from various leaders, including those from the city, civic groups, businesses, nonprofits, an

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Jan 12 2025WEATHER

Rain on the Horizon: What to Expect This Sunday

Hey there! If you enjoyed the sunshine on Saturday, prepare for a change. Sunday is bringing us mainly cloudy skies, with a good chance of rain as the day goes on. The clouds are moving in early, so don't expect much sun today. Rain will be light and scattered during the day. But as the sun sets, ge

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

President Biden: New Judges, Delayed Justice

President Biden recently said no to a new law that would add more federal judges. This law, called the Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved (JUDGES) Act, aimed to solve a problem that's been around for decades: not enough judges handling too many cases. The bill would have added

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Finding Key Cancer Genes: A New Approach

Cancer, we know, is caused by tweaks in our genes. Scientists are hot on the trail of these mutated drivers, hoping to shed light on how cancer starts. But figuring out which genes are common or unique to different cancers is no walk in the park. This study aims to change that. Scientists have whipp

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

California Wildfires: Should Aid Depend on Forestry Changes?

An Ohio Congressman, Warren Davidson, suggests halting disaster relief for California until the state changes its forest management practices. He argues this during a discussion about federal aid needed to prevent a government shutdown. In 2025, a relief act allocated $110 billion for hurricane-hit

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Jan 12 2025SPORTS

Rams' Playoff Game: A Unique Home Away from Home

The NFL is turning Arizona's State Farm Stadium into a temporary home for the LA Rams, who are playing their wildfire-displaced playoff game there. Rams President Kevin Demoff shared on social media how they're working with the Cardinals and the NFL to create a home-field atmosphere. The team's seas

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