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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Weight and waist size may signal COPD risk

More belly fat often means bigger health concerns, but one measure – the weight-adjusted waist index – might hint at trouble in the lungs too. Researchers looked at thousands of adults and found that people with higher WWI scores had a tougher time breathing over time. COPD, the disease that slowly

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

A Quiet Exit for a Controversial Apple Fitness Leader

Jay Blahnik, who helped shape Apple’s fitness tech for over a decade, is stepping down this summer. His departure follows years of complaints about his management style, including claims of verbal abuse and inappropriate behavior. The news comes just as Apple’s Fitness+ service faces scrutiny over i

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Sustainable Shoes Big Name Struggles with Huge Loss in Value

A once-famous shoe brand from California just got sold at an incredibly low price. It was worth billions at its peak but now its entire company is changing hands for just $39 million. The brand made shoes from wool and eucalyptus, attracting eco-conscious buyers in tech hubs like Silicon Valley. Sta

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

New Marketing Leader Joins Company with Big Plans

A new marketing chief has recently taken charge at a company making big moves. Amanda Butler stepped into the role in mid-January, taking charge of how the company connects with consumers. Her work covers ads, branding, and data insights across multiple brands under the same roof. Two of those brand

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Giannis Antetokounmpo's smart business moves beyond basketball

Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't just dominating on the court, he's building a smart financial future off it. At 31, the Bucks star understands that NBA careers don't last forever, so he's making smart investments to secure his family's wealth. His latest move? Partnering with IM8 Health, a nutrition com

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Farewell to a Waltham Favorite: The Federal’s Seven-Year Run Ends

Waltham’s dining scene just lost a staple after seven years. The Federal, a spot known for its seafood and steak, shut down recently citing steep costs that made staying open unsustainable. Opened in 2018, the restaurant called itself a seafood and chophouse, serving dishes like fresh oysters, crab

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Wind Makes Tower Cranes Wobble More Than Expected

Tower cranes sway when they lift heavy loads, but strong winds make that wobble unpredictable. Scientists used to assume wind acted in a simple way, like a steady push, but real wind gusts keep changing speed and direction. This makes loads swing in ways old models couldn’t predict. A new study test

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Shares Sea Defense Tricks for Tough Waters

After years of fighting in the Black Sea, Ukraine has figured out ways to keep ships moving despite enemy attacks. Now the country’s president wants to help others do the same in a different hotspot: the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow waterway between Iran and Oman sees millions of barrels of oil pas

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Apr 02 2026HEALTH

Fitness and Blood Flow in Older Fishermen

Older fishermen who dive for their work show a mix of health traits that scientists want to understand. Researchers first looked at how the blood vessels, body shape, and everyday habits of these men differ from younger people. They also measured how strong the fishermen’s arms and legs were d

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Apr 02 2026HEALTH

High‑Cost, High‑Benefit: A New Look at MS Drugs in Brazil

A large Brazilian health insurer recently ran a study to see how expensive but powerful medicines for multiple sclerosis (MS) stack up against one another. The goal was to find out which drugs give the best value for money when they are used by many patients. Instead of simply listing prices, the

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